English as a Second Language (ESL) ced.unlv.edu/esl
Language Skills for Professionals
A strong command of English can help you thrive in business, academics, and everyday life. UNLV Continuing Education’s English as a Second Language (ESL) courses are tailored to fit your skill level and will help you progress from non-speaker to full fluency. You will learn from qualified, professional instructors at a respected American university and study alongside peers who are determined, eager, and focused on learning academic English skills—primarily grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, pronunciation, speaking, conversation, and writing. The three ESL levels will help you improve and develop your English skills while learning about American culture and traditions. Moreover, you will finish confident in your ability to communicate and engage with different kinds of people from around the world. Join the series at the Beginning level, or take the Duolingo English Test at englishtest.duolingo.com/online to see if you qualify to start at a higher level.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Beginning
This course is for beginners with limited English language skills. The classes will build your vocabulary and basic grammar to allow you to develop confidence in speaking and writing in English. Focus on conversational skills, understanding idiomatic expressions, and developing comfort in presenting in English. Required Textbook(s): Interchange Level 1 Student’s Book with Online Self-Study and Online Workbook (ISBN: 9781316620441) Prerequisite: No test required. Recommended for those who score 55 or lower on Duolingo English Test. For more information, visit ced.unlv.edu/esl Continuing Ed Staff TTh | Jun 8-Aug 12 (meets 20x) | 6-9pm | $599 Online-UNLVGO and Zoom | 212LA2125 | 6 CEUs
English as a Second Language (ESL) Intermediate
Expand your use of oral English and gain confidence when speaking, reading, and writing in professional and everyday settings. You will read and comprehend passages on common, high interest topics. You will also write short narrative paragraphs using level-appropriate grammar. You will develop proficiency by attentively listening to increasingly complex verbal explanations, conversations, and instructions, then respond with confidence. Required Textbook(s): Passages Level 1 Student Book (ISBN: 9781107627055) & Workbook (ISBN: 9781107627253) Prerequisite: ESL Beginning or take Duolingo English Test and score 60-115. For more information, visit ced.unlv.edu/esl Cecilia P Ordinario, M.Ed. Sa | May 15-Aug 21 (meets 15x) | 9am-1pm | $599 Online-UNLVGO and Zoom | 211LA1124B | 6 CEUs
English as a Second Language (ESL) Advanced ESL Advanced will effectively progress learners to full English language proficiency for a professional environment. You will develop advanced reading and listening strategies, enrich the quality and quantity of your vocabulary, improve grammar accuracy, and write well organized essays. You will learn to communicate with sophistication in professional settings, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and polish academic writing, listening, and reading. Required Textbook(s): Passages Level 2 (ISBN: 9781107627079) Prerequisite: ESL Intermediate or take Duolingo English Test and score 120-160. For more information, visit ced.unlv.edu/esl Katia Abou-Haidar, MAAL TTh | Jun 8-Aug 12 (meets 20x) | 6-9pm | $599 Online-UNLVGO and Zoom | 212LA1126 | 6 CEUs
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