ABED 080 ESL/ABED College Transition

3-15 credits

College Oral Communication (3 credits)

• Self-identify and plan to address needs pertaining to fluency, vocabulary, and pronunciation in college communication
• Recognize the influence of one’s native language and develop accent reduction strategies
• Take information from short lectures and use it for other tasks such as tests and group discussions
• Reword statements, ask for clarification, and apply appropriate strategies for helping others to understand him/her

College and Career Exploration (3 credits)

• Set realistic educational goals and demonstrate understanding of English and Math class sequence
• Identify class sequence, prerequisites, and campus contact for desired technical program
• Plan a visit of at least one hour to a relevant college class/desired technical program, interview the instructor and/or a student in the class, and prepare a report based on the interview and observation
• Access campus resources such as the tutoring center, the writing center, the testing center, and the financial aid office

Reading and Study Skills (3 credits)

• Monitor and enhance reading speed by keeping a reading log
• Apply reading comprehension skills (skimming, scanning, and breaking down larger phrases) to authentic college-level reading selections
• Read timed readings and answer comprehension questions and/or summarize
• Demonstrate knowledge of time management, organization, and test taking strategies.

Grammar (3 credits)

• Use grammar structures correctly in order to participate effectively in a variety of academic situations, including discussions/presentations, written assignments, student study groups, and office meetings with college instructors
• Employ knowledge of word parts to guess the meaning of unfamiliar vocabulary
• Identify and improve English language skills and grammar structures as related to transitioning into developmental and college-level English classes

Writing Skills (3 credits)

• Create effective paragraphs/essays using the writing process
• Exercise and apply basic critical thinking skills
• Edit and revise college-level writing

Digital Literacy (3 credits)

• Explain the components of a computer, explore operating system basics, and effectively use a mouse and a keyboard
• Connect to the Internet, browse Web pages, navigate Web sites, use search engines, and exchange e-mail with others
• Demonstrate familiarity with fundamentals of word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, and databases