For the following classes, please make an appointment for ESL assessment when applying. These classes are limited to students whose first language is not English.
Intensive English
ESL 10S, Multiple Skills Preparation 6 units
• Prerequisite: None.
ESL 10S is the compressed version of ESL 10 for fewer units. It is a low-intermediate multi-skills course designed to improve the English language skills of non-native speakers. The course concentrates on speaking/listening, reading/vocabulary, dictionary use, sentence writing, and computer assisted language learning. *Course credit may not be applied toward satisfaction of Associate in Arts Degree requirements.
1380 8:00a-12:05p MF BUS 101 Spector A L
8:00a-12:05p TTh BUS 101 Spector A L
8:00a-12:05p W DRSCHR 203 Spector A L
ESL Writing
ESL 11A, Basic English 1 6 units
• Prerequisite: ESL 10.
ESL 11A is an intermediate, multi-skills course with an emphasis on paragraph writing for non-native speakers of English who have completed ESL 10 or score at Level C on the SMC Placement Examination.
1381 8:00a-12:15p MTWTh ESL 123 Lodmer E L
1382 10:15a-2:30p MTWTh ESL 105 Nightingale M D
ESL 11B, Basic English 2 3 units
Transfer: UC*, CSU • Prerequisite: ESL 11A.
ESL 11B is an intermediate, multi-skills course for non-native speakers of English who have completed ESL 11A. It focuses on paragraph writing and introduces the essay. *ESL 11B, 21A, 21B, and 25 combined: maximum credit 8 units.
1383 8:00a-10:05a MTWTh ESL 104 Carr K J
1384 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh ESL 104 Carr K J
1385 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh ESL 104 LaBarge M D
4088 6:30p-9:40p TTh ESL 123 Salley S R
Above section 4088 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 17 to Aug 07.
ESL 21A, English Fundamentals 1 3 units
Transfer: UC*, CSU • Prerequisite: ESL 11B.
ESL 21A is an intermediate communicative writing course for non-native speakers. ESL 21A is the first part of the ESL 21A/B sequence. *ESL 11B, 21A, 21B and 25 combined: maximum credit, 8 units.
1389 8:00a-10:05a MTWTh ESL 103 Hoover J
1390 8:00a-10:05a MTWTh ESL 105 Garate E M
1391 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh ESL 125 Garate E M
1392 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh ESL 103 Hoover J
1393 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh ESL 123 Grollmus J
4089 6:30p-9:40p MW ESL 105 Lowi R
Above section 4089 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 16 to Aug 06.
ESL 21B, English Fundamentals 2 3 units
Transfer: UC*, CSU • Prerequisite: ESL 21A.
This course is the second part of a two part course ESL 21A, B. It continues the emphasis of essay writing, editing of grammar and mechanical errors, reading, and critical thinking. *ESL 11B, ESL 21A, ESL 21B, and ESL 25 combined: maximum credit, 8 units.
1394 8:00a-10:05a MTWTh LA 243 Kagaya C
1395 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh LA 243 Kagaya C
1396 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh ESL 125 Graziadei K N
1397 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh BUS 101 Turner P A
NEW 1805 12:30p-2:55p MTWThF HSS 155 Harclerode J E
Above section 1805 meets for 4 weeks, Jun 16 to Jul 11.
1398 2:45p-4:50p MTWTh ESL 123 Michelson M M
4090 6:30p-9:40p MW ESL 125 Dykman P C
Above section 4090 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 16 to Aug 06.
ESL 25, Composition Fundamentals Review 3 units
Transfer: *UC, CSU • Prerequisite: ESL 21B or English 21B or equivalent placement.
This course reviews and reinforces writing strategies including: the composing process, editing, and revision for English language. Extensive help will be given in vocabulary acquisition and word forms, sentence structure, and word order. *ESL 11B, 21A, 21B and 25 combined: maximum credit 8 units.
1399 10:15a-12:20p MTWTh LA 220 Stolz P
Speaking and Listening
ESL 15, Conversation and Culture in the U.S. 2 units
• Prerequisite: ESL 10.
This speaking/listening course for group “A”, “B”, and “C” level non-native speakers of English examines the cross cultural differences that affect communication. It prepares students to understand and speak English more clearly and fluently in pairs, groups, class discussions, interviews, panels, and speeches. Conversation techniques, vocabulary acquisition, and reading, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills are employed.
1386 12:30p-2:35p MTWTh ESL 103 Stolz P
Grammar
ESL 20A, Advanced Grammar Workshop 1 3 units
• Prerequisite: ESL 11A/B. • Advisory: Concurrent enrollment in ESL 21A.
This is the first half of an advanced ESL grammar course designed to increase students’ grammar and editing proficiency. Students will recognize and employ more sophisticated language necessary for the successful completion of ESL/English 21AB, English 22 and English 1.
1387 3:00p-6:10p MW ESL 125 Graziadei K N
Above section 1387 meets for 8 weeks, Jun 16 to Aug 06.
ESL 20B, Advanced Grammar Workshop 2 3 units
• Prerequisite: ESL 11AB.
This is the second half of an advanced ESL grammar course designed to increase students’ grammar and editing proficiency. Students will recognize and employ more sophisticated language necessary for the successful completion of ESL/English 21A/B, English 22, and English 1.
Concurrent enrollment in ESL/English 21A or English 21B is recommended.
1388 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Harclerode J E
Above section 1388 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).
Vocabulary
ESL 28, Academic Vocabulary Skills 3 units
• Prerequisite: None.
This course is designed for students who wish to develop their techniques for understanding academic vocabulary and using English words idiomatically. It emphasizes context and usage of academic words from the Academic Word List (Coxhead 1998) or a similar corpus. Students will learn to comprehend and use approximately 200 new words to improve their reading comprehension, speaking, and writing skills for academic success.
1400 Arrange-9 Hours ONLINE-E Randall T R
Above section 1400 is a Distance Education course conducted over the internet. For additional information, go to smconline.org (schedule of classes).