ESOL 010  English for Speakers of Other Languages-Literacy  (1-15)

Low-beginning level of ESOL for students who are permanent resident of Washington state. These students are generally literate in their first language, but have no English or limited English. They may have some verbal skills, but little or no reading or writing skills. Students study the alphabet, phonics, the calendar, numbers, family vocabulary and communicating basic personal information both orally and in writing. Students learn organizational skills and learn to function in a classroom setting. PREREQUISITE: ESOL 010, placement test, and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 012  English for Speakers of Other Languages-Level 2  (1-15)

High-beginning level of ESOL for students who are permanent resident of Washington state. Students begin to understand simple spoken or written learned phrases and new phrases containing familiar vocabulary. Students express essential survival needs including asking questions and communicating personal information. Students write short sentences on familiar subjects and fill out basic personal information on forms. Students learn organizational skills and learn to function in a classroom setting. PREREQUISITE: ESOL 012, placement test and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 014  English for Speakers of Other Languages Level 4  (1-15)

Intermediate level of ESOL for students who are permanent resident of Washington state. Students listen to English on a wide-range of topics relating to their community and work and participate in small-group conversations. Students read simplified materials, begin to read independently, and write simple multi-paragraph narratives. Students use vocabulary and grammar to speak and write effectively. Students use language-learning strategies to assume a productive role in their community, participate fully in family and work situations, and succeed in pursuit of vocational or academic goals. PREREQUISITE: ESOL 014, placement test, and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 016  English for Speakers of Other Languages-Level 6  (1-15)

Advanced level of ESOL for students who are permanent resident of Washington state. Students listen to native-speaker level of English on academic topics, participate in and lead class discussions, and learn to give short presentations on beginning research projects. Students use vocabulary and grammar to speak effectively. Students develop English learning skills and strategies to be successful in college classes. PREREQUISITE: ESOL 015, placement test, and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 016.2  ESOL Level 6 Reading and Writing  (1-6)

Low-beginning level community-based English class for ESOL students who are permanent resident of Washington state. These students are generally literate in their first language, but have no English or limited English. These students may have some verbal skills, but little or no reading/writing skills. Students study phonics, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students learn organizational skills, how to function in a classroom, and work collaboratively with classmates, aides and teachers.

ESOL 018  Community-Based ESOL Level 2  (1-10)

High-beginning level community-based English class for ESOL students who are permanent resident of Washington state. These students are generally literate in their first language, but have no English or limited English. These students may have some verbal skills, but little or no reading/writing skills. Students study phonics, reading, writing, speaking and listening. Students learn organizational skills, how to function in a classroom, and work collaboratively with classmates, aides and teachers. PREREQUISITE: ESOL 018, or placement test and instructor’s permission.

ESOL 031  ESOL Conversation 1  (1-5)

Provides beginning ESOL students with language practice opportunities to share ideas, opinions and experiences. Students become active participants in conversations and improve their ability to manage conversations. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 033  ESOL Conversation 3  (1-5)

Assists participants in preparing for the U.S. naturalization examination and interview. Focus is on correctly completing application, studying materials necessary to pass the interview and examination, and practicing examination/interview skills. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 035  ESOL Citizenship Preparation Level 5  (1-4)

Assists participants in preparing for the U.S. naturalization examination and interview. Focus is on correctly completing application, studying materials necessary to pass the interview and examination, and practicing examination/interview skills. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 046  English Grammar for Level 2  (1-5)

To provide additional support for current students in ESOL 014, 015 or 016 who need to improve their conversational skills. PREREQUIISTE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 048  ESOL Conversation Support-Level 5  (1-5)

To provide additional support for current students in ESOL 014, 015 or 016 who need to improve their conversational skills. PREREQUIISTE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 050  Technology Assisted Language Learning-Level 1  (1-5)

Provides students at all levels of English with opportunities to learn and use English through technology, extensive reading, and conversation groups. As they use technology, ESOL students enhance the ESOL language instruction they receive in other classes, and discover new ways to improve their language learning skills. Students become familiar with basic computing skills needed as a worker, community member, family member and student. Students study individually, with the instructor, in small groups, and together as a whole class. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 052  Technology Assisted Language Learning-Level 3  (1-5)

Provides students at all levels of English with opportunities to learn and use English through technology, extensive reading, and conversation groups. As they use technology, ESOL students enhance the ESOL language instruction they receive in other classes, and discover new ways to improve their language learning skills. Students become familiar with basic computing skills needed as a worker, community member, family member and student. Students study individually, with the instructor, in small groups, and together as a whole class. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 055  Technology Assisted Language Learning-Level 5  (1-5)

Provides students at all levels of English with opportunities to learn and use English through technology, extensive reading, and conversation groups. As they use technology, ESOL students enhance the ESOL language instruction they receive in other classes, and discover new ways to improve their language learning skills. Students become familiar with basic computing skills needed as a worker, community member, family member and student. Students study individually, with the instructor, in small groups, and together as a whole class. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 062  ESOL Writing Support-Level 2  (1-5)

For current students in ESOL Level 3 who want to improve their writing skills, and especially for students who have stronger speaking/listening skills than reading/writing skills for their level. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 064  ESOL Writing Support-Level 4  (1-4)

For current students in ESOL 014, 015, or 016 who want to improve their writing skills, and especially for students who have stronger speaking/listening skills than reading/writing skills for their level. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 066  ESOL Writing Support-Level 6  (1-4)

For ESOL Level 2 students who have much stronger speaking/listening skills than reading/writing skills for their level. It is for students who want to improve their writing skills. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 073  ESOL Intensive Writing Level 3  (1-15)

For ESOL Level 4 students who have much stronger speaking/listening skills than reading/writing skills for their level. It is for students who want to improve their writing skills. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 091  Special Topics 1  (1-15)

Prepares ESOL students to enter an I-BEST program. Course content varies each time it is offered. It may include English language skills for specific content areas such as Early Childhood Education, Welding, or Health Services. For ESOL students in Level 2. PREREQUISITE: Appropriate assessment score and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 093  Special Topics 3  (1-15)

Course content varies each time it is offered. It may include English language skills for specific content areas such as STARS certification for childcare workers, English language skills for Welding (integrated or in cooperation with the professional/technical program), or English language skills for Health Services. For ESOL students in levels 4-6. PREREQUISITE: Appropriate assessment score and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.

ESOL 095  Special Topics 5  (1-15)

Course content varies each time it is offered. It may include English language skills for specific content areas such as STARS certification for childcare workers, English language skills for Welding (integrated or in cooperation with the professional/technical program), or English language skills for Health Services. For ESOL students in levels 4-6. PREREQUISITE: Appropriate assessment score and instructor's permission. This is a pass/no credit course.