WELCOME TO ESL LEVEL 5, SUMMER 2011!
Here is the course information that you need. The book this semester is Transitions. It is available at the main campus bookstore on Colorado Blvd.
Course Information Sheet
Summer 2011
Course: English as a Second Language ESL 1040A, Condensed, Level 5, Section 9355
Description:
Advanced English proficiency level in listening, speaking, reading, and writing to meet most life and work-related demands with little problem. Emphasis is on increased use of grammatical functions to prepare students for greater academic success at both high school and college levels.
Location: Community Education Center / Pasadena City College
3035 East Foothill Blvd.
Pasadena, CA. 91107
Room number: CEC 220
Instructor: Bonnie Cheeseman
Contact information: english4work@yahoo.com
Class website: http://myeslclass.blogspot.com
Classroom Hours: 7:30 am to 10:30 am (break is 20 minutes)
Monday through Thursday
Class starts: June 27 through August 4, 2011
Text/Material: Ventures Transitions - Student Book (ISBN # 978-0-512-18613-1)
Ventures Transitions - Workbook (ISBN # 978-0-521-18614-8)
TESTS:
• ESL Appraisal Assessment ………………Diagnostic Test
• CASAS Pre Test …………………………………………Required
• CASAS Post Test ………………………………………Required
• Quiz after each unit is required to evaluate student’s understanding and comprehension of each unit’s content (listing, grammar, and reading/comprehension).
Attendance Policy:
Four consecutive absences can result in student being dropped. However, the teacher may allow limited excused absences as required. Students must notify the teacher ahead of time when possible (for example tell the teacher, tell your classmate, or call the administration office @ (626) 585-3000 and leave a message for the instructor). Please, explain absence to Ms. Cheeseman when you return.
Yay! Let's have a great 6 weeks!
Best,
Bonnie C.
