ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)

 

ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)  (460)                                                                                              1 credit

ADVANCED ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (462)                                                                                     Full year

 

ESOL is designed for non-native speakers of English. Students are recommended by parents or a staff member. Emphasis is on integrating students into regular classes. In addition to providing students with the skills and knowledge necessary for academic success in content areas of English, history and ESOL courses will help students adjust to the school culture and American culture in general.

 

The ESOL curriculum is designed to give students mastery of English through an integrated skill approach. All four skills, reading, writing, speaking and listening, are emphasized. Authentic English readings and videos lead to class discussion and writing assignments. Grammar is studied within the context of high-interest topics and readings. Students are assessed by means of written/oral tests and quizzes. In addition, class participation and completion of homework are essential for success in ESOL.