TransfermaticESL at El Camino College

    ESL 52A - Introduction to Reading and Vocabulary Building

    Recent Professors
    Ms. Rebecca A. Loya, Ms. Debra M. Mochidome
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    18–36 students
    Credits
    5
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of ESL 52A
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This is an introductory course designed to transfer literacy in the first language to English by building basic reading skills and expanding vocabulary. Through the use of reading texts, reading kits, main idea exercises, and skimming and scanning activities, the foundation skills are developed through regular application. The aim of the course is to identify and reinforce good reading habits and to free students from over-dependence on dictionaries, with a focus on context as the key to meaning. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:40am–12:10pm, Tue Thu 5:35pm–8:05pm, Tue Thu 9:40am–12:10pm, Wed 9:40am–12:10pm