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Apr 23, 2024
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Catalog 2018-2019 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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EASL 085 ESL/ABE Learning Strategies6 credits
This course contextualizes reading, writing, speaking, and listening with metacognitive and self-regulation skills. Upper-level ESL/ABE students build resilience and motivation to transition into college-level classes. The course addresses language learning styles and navigating the US academic culture. Students learn research-based techniques to reduce college and cultural-related anxiety and improve self-confidence in one’s abilities to succeed.
Prerequisites: EASL 040 (or equivalent CASAS placement) and instructor permission
Corequisites: EASL 050 or higher
Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:
- Compare and contrast learning styles as applicable to one’s language learning IQ
- Identify and use strategies to balance reflective with impulsive language learning styles
- Describe and employ techniques to balance right-brain with left-brain preferences
- Identify the influence of one’s native language and English-specific self-confidence
- Explain affective (emotions, mindsets, attitudes) influence on the learning process
- Develop individualized plan for developing self-confidence and lowering anxiety
- Explain and apply emotional self-regulation skills during tests and presentations
- Compare and contrast US academic culture with one’s native academic culture
- Demonstrate college and career readiness (CCR) skills aligned with the national CCR standards
Total Hours: 60 Lecture Hours: 60
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