Transfers ToCSUDescriptionESL 155 is designed to help advanced nonnative English speakers to effectively speak publicly in English. Students are introduced to communication theories and various public speaking and listening comprehension strategies. The course focuses on cross-cultural communication, vocabulary, challenges for non-native English speakers, idioms, and pronunciation in a variety of public speaking environments. Students strengthentheirspeakingskillsbyanalyzing theiraccentandnon-verbalbehavior,practicing in groups, and making informative and persuasive presentations. Speaking topics focus on local and global awareness, social justice and socio-cultural identities.Usually HeldTue Thu 10:45am–12:10pm 