ESL 088 - Literacy and Communication

    Recent Professors
    J. Van Slyck, A. Barkzi, D. Estay, H. Nguyen, S. Gongora Baltazar, W. Hakim, M. Poupard, E. Moore and 1 more
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    25 students
    Credits
    6
    Prerequisite
    "Pass" grade in ESL 078 (credit or non-credit) and 078R (credit or non-credit), or advisory placement in ESL 088 or equivalent.
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ESL 088
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This is an English language development course for non-native speakers of English at the beginning level. Students learn basic reading, writing, and grammar skills through the exploration of genre-based thematic units. Students will become aware of audience and purpose, and will develop an understanding of college culture necessary for academic success. Students will also grow in their cultural competence as they examine texts and media and interact with peers and instructors in a multicultural classroom setting. This course is offered on a Pass/No Pass basis only. (Nondegree credit course)
    Usually Held
    Tue Thu 9:45am–12:50pm, Mon Wed 5:15pm–8:20pm, Mon Wed 9:00am–12:05pm, Tue Thu 12:30pm–3:35pm