ESL 312 - Introduction to the Essay

    Recent Professors
    Claudia Trinidad, Leslie Y. Takei, Marika J. Yuma, Zerrin Erkal
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Spring 2026
    Class Size
    28 students
    Credits
    5
    Prerequisite
    ESL 322 or ESL 522 and ESL 323 or ESL 523 and ESL 324 or ESL 524 ; Minimum grade P
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of ESL 312
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Students will read and write multiple-paragraph compositions with the depth and complexity of high-intermediate academic texts. They will expand their study of well-written paragraphs to include short essays on academic topics. They will acquire grammar, writing, revision, and editing skills for college-level academic work. Concurrent enrollment in ESL 312L is required for computer-assisted grammar and writing practice with lab assistance. ESL 312 is a high-intermediate writing course for non-native speakers of English three levels below ENGL C1000.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 10:00am–12:50pm, Mon Wed 6:15pm–8:35pm, Tue Thu 6:15pm–8:35pm, Tue Thu 8:30am–10:50am