Basic and Transitional Studies

Students: Come to Seattle Central Community College, Room 3122 or call 206-587-4180, and sign up for the next testing appointment. Summer Quarter is full.

All new students are required to attend a 1 credit orientation. More information will be given at the office

New students who want to study in Fall 2010 need to come to 3122 on September 1st, 2010 to sign up for an orientation and more information.

We serve immigrants and refugees in this program only.

http://seattlecentral.edu/learn/esl/

English as a Second Language (ESL) classes are offered to help non-native speakers to communicate in English through the development of skills in listening and observing, speaking, reading, and writing. At the beginning level, emphasis is on improving listening comprehension, vocabulary development, and English structure. The courses advance to notetaking, composition, oral presentation, and class discussion at the more advanced levels. An ESL Skills Lab provides additional opportunities for individualized practice in listening, pronunciation, reading and writing. Classes (for eligible students) are offered both day (8am, 9am, 11am, 12pm Monday through Friday) and evening (6-8:20pm Monday through Thursday). The total tuition fee for each quarter (for non-College Preparatory classes) is $25.

College Preparatory English for Non-native Speakers

Students:Call the Seattle Central Testing Office to make an appointment for the COMPASS Test (206-587-6344). All of the College Preparatory classes (ESL096-ESL099) have standard college tuition. Contact the Registration office for the current fee schedule.

DAY CLASSES

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 1 - READING
PREREQ: Appropriate placement on the English Placement Test or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for ESL students. It offers extensive work increasing reading comprehension and speed, improving vocabulary and building confidence using college preparatory materials.
5358 - ESL096 - 01 - 5

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 1 - WRITING

PREREQ: Appropriate placement on the English Placement Test or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers. It offers practice in writing correct English sentences and developing coherent paragraphs into short essay answers and lab reports. Emphasis is on strengthening writing skills.
5360 - ESL097 - 01 - 5

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 2-READING

PREREQ: Grade 2.0 or better in ESL 096, appropriate placement on the English Placement Test, or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers. It offers advanced work in reading comprehension, improving vocabulary, and critical reading skills using college materials.
5362 - ESL098 - 01 - 5

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 2-WRITING

PREREQ: Grade 2.0 or better in ESL 097, appropriate placement on the English Placement Test, or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers. They will develop advanced writing skills by using various formats and devices typically found in college compositions and reports.
5364 - ESL099 - 01 - 5

EVENING CLASSES

(Evening Transitional classes are not offered every quarter.)

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 1 - READING
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement on the English Placement Test or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers and is offered as the first in a two-part series. It offers extensive work increasing reading comprehension and speed, improving vocabulary and building confidence using college preparatory materials. This class is jointly offered with ESL 098.
5445 - ESL096 - 02 - 5
OR
COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 2- READING
Prerequisite: Grade 2.0 or better in ESL 096, appropriate placement on the English Placement Test, or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers, and is the second in a two- part series. It offers advanced work in reading comprehension, improving vocabulary, and critical reading skills using college materials. This class is jointly offered with ESL 096.
5446 - ESL098 - 02 - 5

COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 1-WRITING
Prerequisite: Appropriate placement on the English Placement Test or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers, and is the first course in a two-part series. It offers practice in writing correct English sentences and developing coherent paragraphs into short essay answers and lab reports. Emphasis is on strengthening writing skills. This class is jointly offered with ESL 099.
5447 - ESL097 - 02 - 5
OR
COLLEGE PREPARATORY ENGLISH FOR NON-NATIVE SPEAKERS 2- WRITING
Prerequisite: Grade 2.0 or better in ESL 097, appropriate placement on the English Placement Test or by instructor’s permission. This course is designed for non-native speakers, and is the second course in a two-part series. Non-native speakers develop advanced writing skills by using various formats and devices typically found in college compositions and reports. This class is jointly offered with ESL 097.
5448 - ESL099 - 02 - 5

For further information regarding this program, see the Basic and Transitional Studies Division, BE3122 or phone 587-4180.

Tutoring Program

The Basic Studies Volunteer Tutoring Program provides individual and small group tutoring for students enrolled in Seattle Central classes (Adult Basic Education and English as a Second Language classes), so that they can gain the academic skills needed to advance to their next class level. For those individuals who are waiting to enter ESL classes, the program provides "Talk Time" sessions so that they can heighten their conversation and comprehension skills in preparation for a classroom experience.

Program Coordinator:

Phone: 206.344.4378  Room: 3124

Talk Time

Talk Time is a weekly ESL conversation group for students and community members, coordinated by staff and volunteers. Talk Time is open to anyone who wants help with their conversational skills. For Fall 2009, Talk Time is on Tuesdays from 1-2pm in room 3117 and Wednesdays from 5-6pm in room 3117. Call 206.344.4378 for any questions you may have.

Training

Tutor trainings are offered regularly at Seattle Central through Literacy NOW for ESL and ABE tutors. Talk-Time Facilitator trainings are also offered at Seattle Central. Interviewed and screened volunteers are eligible for these trainings.

How to Get Involved

Call, write, or e-mail for an information packet.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers find that tutoring in this Program is excellent preparation for future teaching opportunities here and abroad. Many share the excitement of interacting and developing friendships with people from all over the world. But all share the passion and commitment to improving literacy in our community! Volunteers are recruited from both the community and the College and are trained to tutor basic reading, writing, and English as a Second Language. The program provides opportunities in the following areas:

• Individual or Small-Group Tutoring: Tutors have the option of working with students on a one-to-one basis, or in a group of 2-4.
• Classroom Instructional Aides: Classroom aides may request to assist instructors in their classroom. This setting provides an excellent learning opportunity for those interested in pursuing a teaching-related profession.
• Talk Time Facilitators: Volunteers practice conversation with various groups of students in an informal, social setting. This allows students to build conversational skills in a lively, non-threatening atmosphere.
• Lab: Volunteers give one-on-one assistance to ESL students in the Skills Lab. Volunteers assist students who are using language mastery cards as well as tapes and head sets.

Faculty Advisor for Tutoring for Credit:

Tutor for Credit

Unique opportunities are available to students who have completed ENG 101 (or ESL 096, 097, 098 and 099), to tutor for elective credit (EDU 197/198 and 199) through the Office of Cooperative Education/Basic Studies. For two credits, students put in 4 hours a week, either tutoring small groups, participating in language swaps, or assisting in ESL/ABE classrooms/ the ESL computer lab. Work-study students are welcome. This is a particularly great experience for students who intend to pursue careers in education or travel abroad. Participation is by permission either from Mrs. Trottier or from the Coop.Ed. office.