Linked Classes
ESL 078-078R are linked classes. This means you will take all three classes together in the same semester,
for a total of 12 units. You will study with the same cohort of students in all three
classes, and your instructors will work together to enhance community, collaborative
learning and critical thinking. You may choose to take these courses for non-credit
or non-degree credit.
These courses are for true beginners in the English language. Students at this level
cannot read or speak English.
Linked Classes
ESL 088-088L-088R are linked classes. This means you will take all three classes together in the same semester,
for a total of 12 units. You will study with the same cohort of students in all three
classes, and your instructors will work together to enhance community, collaborative
learning and critical thinking. These courses are for non-degree credit.
Read the statements below. You are ready for this level if you can say 'yes' to most
of these statements.
- I can read and write the alphabet in English.
- I can read words in English about a topic I know well, such as family, health, school,
and food.
- I can watch and understand a short (2-3 minutes) video in English on a topic that I
know well. I need clear pictures and captions.
- I can say a few words in English about a topic I know well, such as family, health,
school and food.
- I can write a few words in English about a topic I know well, such as family, health,
school and food.
- I can understand instructions in class if the teacher speaks slowly, repeats, and
shows pictures.
- I can read this Sample Reading. I don't understand every word, but I understand the main idea.
Click the links below to see examples of syllabi and materials at this level.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 088
Literacy and Communication
Sample Reading
Sample syllabus
Sample calendar
088 Sample Activity
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 088L
Understanding and Speaking American English in College and Everyday Life
Sample listening activity
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 088R
Reading and Vocabulary for College and Everyday Life
Sample reading activity 1
Sample reading activity 2
Linked Classes
ESL 098-098G-098P are linked classes. This means you will take all three classes together in the same semester,
for a total of 12 units. You will study with the same cohort of students in all three
classes, and your instructors will work together to enhance community, collaborative
learning and critical thinking. These courses are for non-degree credit.
Read the statements below. You are ready for this level if you can say 'yes' to most
of these statements.
- I can read and understand a short article or story (1-2 pages) in English about a
topic I know well.
- I can watch and understand a short (3-5 minute) video in English about a topic I know
well.
- I can speak (3-5 sentences) about personal and familiar topics such as family, health,
school, and food. My speaking is not perfect, but my listener understands the main point.
- I can write (3-5 sentences) about personal and familiar topics such as family, health,
school, and food. My writing is not perfect, but my reader understands the main point.
- I can understand instructions in class if the teacher speaks slowly and repeats some
words.
- I can read this sample reading. I don't understand every word, but I understand the main idea.
Click the links below to see examples of syllabi and materials for this level.
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 098
Introduction to Academic English
Sample syllabus and calendar
098 Sample Reading
Sample textbook
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 098G
Essential Grammar for Written and Spoken Communication
Sample textbook
ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE 098P
Sounds and Rhythms of American English
Sample Textbook