ESOL 0043 - Listening and Speaking IV

Credits: 4
Hours/Week: Lecture None Lab None
Course Description: This course provides students practice in the listening, speaking and note-taking skills that are needed to be successful in college courses. Coursework includes listening to lectures while taking notes, participating in class discussions, giving presentations, and practicing clear speech.
MnTC Goals
None

Prerequisite(s): Placement into ESOL 0043 OR completion of ESOL 0033  with a grade of “C” or higher.
Corequisite(s): None
Recommendation: None

Major Content

1. Listening
   1. Comprehending spoken English in different contexts
   2. Note-taking during lectures
   3. Understanding new vocabulary in lectures
2. Clear Speaking/Pronunciation
   1. Articulation
   2. Word and sentence stress
   3. Reductions and linking

3. Speaking

   1. New vocabulary
   2. Preparing and giving individual or group presentations
   3. Small and large group academic discussions
   4. Presentation delivery skills

1. demonstrate understanding of longer academic lectures, media programs, discussions, and presentations.
2. demonstrate intermediate note-taking skills with attention to organization and distinction between main ideas and details.
3. prepare and give individual or group presentations.
4. participate effectively in small and large group academic discussions.
5. demonstrate comprehension of academic and conversational English.
6. demonstrate composure and clear delivery of information during presentations.
7. demonstrate improvement in articulation, word and sentence stress, reductions, and linking.
8. exhibit recognition and production of new vocabulary.

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