English Language Certification
ESOL Certification

• 10 Lesson (2 hours each) - 5 weeks and
• Unlimited Practice Exam and Tutor consultation
• Guaranteed Practical Experience
• Optional Books
• Max 10 Student per class

ESOL – English Language Certification Course Detail:

Prerequisite Skills:None

Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student should be able to:

1. Communicate with a greater command and understanding of the English language, including:
1. Grammar points (level appropriate)
2. American English sounds and intonation patterns
3. Reading skills (level appropriate)
4. Writing fluency (level appropriate)
5. Conversation skills

 Course Content:

1. Academic English and grammar
2. Active reading
3. American English sounds and intonation
4. Academic writing
5. Interpersonal communication in college

 Methods of Presentation:

1. Instructor-student assessment of language needs and development of a learning plan
2. Individualized instruction
3. Computer-assisted instruction
4. Collaborative peer groups
5. Development of a learning plan

 Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Student Progress:

1. Typical Assignments
1. Select a newspaper article on a local issue. After reading, write a summary of the article. Then underline the subjects and verbs; check for correctness. Then, meet with a tutor or instructor to discuss your writing.
2. Select a reading card and answer sheet from the Multicultural Reading Workshop box. Answer the prereading questions first. Then read the passage and answer the comprehension questions. Write all answers on the answer sheet. Check with the Answer Key, a tutor or an instructor. Write your score on the answer sheet.
3. Complete unit 14 of Focus on Grammar Basic CD. Take the review test at the end then view your test score and record it on your learning plan.
2. Methods of Evaluating Student Progress
1. Successful completion of ESL 126 learning plan
2. Final exam

 Textbooks(s) (Typical):
Focus on Grammar: A Basic Course for Reference and Practice, 2nd Ed., Irene E. Schoenberg, Longman, 2000
The Multicultural Workshop Box: A Reading and Writing Program, Blanton and Lee, Heinle and Heinle, 1995
Pronunciation in American English, Kathy L. Hans, AmEnglish.com, 2000

Special Student Materials