ESL 053 - English as a Second Language Advanced

Institution:

University of Hartford

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Description:

The purpose of this course is to help students attain mastery of the English language in order to achieve academic success at the university level. Students will build strategies for improving reading speed and comprehension while improving vocabulary. They will focus on the structure of American English as it is used for reading, writing, and speaking, especially in an academic context. Students will listen to lectures and take notes, give oral presentations, and participate in group discussions. Focus will be on several forms of academic writing: journal, summary, and essay writing. Scholarly reports or research papers will also be introduced. Prerequisites: TOEFL score of 500/173-549/212 and/or successful completion of ESL 052.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.hartford.edu

Phone Number:

(860) 768-4100

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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