ESL 192 - ESL Writing Workshop

Institution:

Connecticut State Community College Norwalk

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Description:

Prerequisite: ESL 152 with a grade of C or better or specified score on an ESL Placement Examination or permission of instructor. 4 credits formerly ESL 120 Paired Course Option (Credit applicable to ESL Advanced Certificate) Counts as a Humanities/Liberal Arts elective In this advanced writing course, students continue to develop fluency, clarity, organizational skills and the mechanics of effective writing with a focus on the linguistic and rhetorical requirements of second language learners. Course content and writing assignments are based on reading selections, out-of class research, complete works and student texts. Students write, revise and edit drafts, participate in group work and confer with teachers and peers. Assessment will be based on portfolios in addition to quizzes and tests. At least one section of this course may be offered in an online/hybrid version. Paired Course Option: A special section of ESL 192 is offered with a "paired" course such asSociology or Psychology. Students get credit for a course that normally would require eligibility for ENG 101. Writing assignments and class discussions are based on short reading selections, complete works, and student texts, all of which are related thematically to the paired course. Students write, revise, and edit drafts; participate in group work; and confer with teachers and peers. To assist students in mastering the material in the content course some time will be devoted to clarifying concepts, developing study skills, and revising assignments. Tutoring may be provided. Portfolio assessment required. Not offered every semester.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ncc.commnet.edu

Phone Number:

(203) 857-7060

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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