2021-2022 Pierce College Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 Pierce College Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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ESL 040 Low Intermediate ESL Speaking-4 (1 to 5 credits)



Course Description
A high intermediate level ESL course which develops the verbal ability to pursue realistic and long-term personal, career or academic goals, and to participate confidently and resourcefully in their overall environment.

Student Outcomes
1.Request, confirm, and clarify basic information in a variety of situations. (A, B, D, E, F, G)
2.Give a reason or excuse for personal behavior or actions. (A, B, D, E, F, G)
3.State a personal opinion and make simple statements of agreement or disagreement with other’s opinions. (A, B, C, E, F, G)
4.Explain the steps in a process. (A, B, E, F, G)
5.Provide accurate personal background and employment history in social or employment settings. (A, B, F, G)
6.Ask for and give directions using a map. (A, B, D, E, F, G)
7.Use and be aware of appropriate non-verbal language such as eye contact, body movement, and vocalizations while conversing. (E, F, G)
8.Demonstrate the conversation skills of showing comprehension, asking questions, interrupting and encouraging others to participate. (A, B, C, E, F, G)
9.Pronounce words and phrases in a manner usually understandable to the general public using appropriate stress, rhythm and intonation. (C, D, E, F)



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