Course Description:
Advanced English has been designed to develop your English language proficiency in an academic setting. Similar to College English, this course will provide instruction in all four skills: reading, writing, speaking and listening, with a particular emphasis on reading and writing:
- Listening: Students will listen to English of native speakers via their instructor and other media. They will also listen to English spoken by their peers. They will practice focusing on the speaker’s message in order to comprehend and produce a meaningful response.
- Speaking: Students will practice speaking in English through class and small group discussions with their peers. Students may also be asked to complete assignments and projects that will require them to use English outside the classroom and present information to the entire class.
- Reading: Students will read a variety of texts, including biographical writings, news articles, and research reports. Through these readings, students will develop more advanced reading comprehension and critical thinking skills with guidance from the instructor and through discussions with their peers.
- Writing: Students will be given a number of opportunities to write in and outside the classroom. Through these writing tasks, students will continue to practice skills developed in College English and acquire more advanced writing skills necessary for success in courses taught in English. By the end of the semester, students will be able to craft a cohesive multi-paragraph piece of writing that reflects effective use of various writing techniques such as rhetorical strategies and incorporating outside materials.
