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  • ESLN 310E: Esl- Comprehensive V

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course provides a bridge for noncredit non-native speakers of English preparing to enroll in credit academic and vocational classes. The course provides a basic introduction to the writing process and the development of critical thinking skills. The course emphasizes communication fluency in authentic personal and academic modes. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-310D or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 388A: Esl- Conversation I

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This first level course in ESL Conversation focuses on simple communication skills relevant to the student's daily life. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 388B: Esl- Conversation II

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This second level course in ESL Conversation reinforces previously learned skills from Level I. Fluency and communication are emphasized through vocabulary study involving real-life situations. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-388A or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 388C: Esl- Conversation III

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This third level course in ESL Conversation reinforces skills presented in level II and emphasizes skills needed to communicate in small group situations. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-388B or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 388D: Esl- Conversation IV

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This fourth level course in ESL Conversation focuses on recognizing appropriate responses in various conversational situations. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-388C or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 388E: Esl- Conversation V

    3.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This fifth level course in ESL Conversation focuses on American culture and using complex grammatical forms in conversational situations. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-388D or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 389A: Esl- Introductory Computer Skills

    0.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This noncredit course is designed to help English learners from high beginning through intermediate levels to develop their oral and written comprehension and writing skills using computers. Students will develop an understanding of computer technology and its importance in the development of English skills. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-310A CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 390B: Esl- Pronunciation And Vocabulary

    0.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This noncredit course is designed to help intermediate- level students to better communicate orally through practice in recognition and production of the sounds, syllables, rhythm and intonation of Standard English words. In addition, students will learn about word meaning and usage and receive help with common errors for conversation purposes. Emphasis is placed on developing confidence in oral production through enhanced clarity of communication as well as vocabulary acquisition and building. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-310C or appropriate ESLN Placement Test score or Instructor recommendation CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 391B: Esl Movies: Language And Culture

    0.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This noncredit course is designed to help English learners of intermediate and high levels to learn about American culture and language through movies. Students will watch and discuss American movies from various eras that show different aspects of the country's rich culture, such as music, food, accents, language, and the influence of other cultures. Students will be encouraged to notice cultural differences and respect them. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Prerequisite: ESLN-310C CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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  • ESLN 399: Esl- Language Laboratory

    0.00 Credits
    College of the Desert

    This course satisfies the laboratory component of the noncredit English as a Second Language program and is required when enrolled in the noncredit ESL program. A student will gain greater practice and improvement in oral, auditory, reading, and writing skills in the learning of the English language through the use of multi-media equipment and materials. Class Hours: Open Repeatable: Yes Grading: K Corequisite: Any noncredit ESL course CAN: None Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NONC COD GE: None CSU GE: None IGETC: None
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