EAL 062 - EAL Communication in English

Credits: 3
3 Lecture Hours

Prerequisites: EAL placement test

Description
This course helps multilingual and non-native speakers become better English speakers. Students practice talking with others in different situations by joining in conversations and sharing ideas in group discussions.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will:

Comprehend spoken English in various contexts.
Create speeches for argumentative and informative purposes.
Perform a five-minute dialogue project with a classmate.
Identify the appropriate approach to discussion based on context.
Recognize social cues, formalities and signals in verbal and non-verbal communication in English.

Listed Topics

Reading and discussing the news
Talking about oneself
Taking a position on a topic
Summarizing information
Speaking in public
Memorizing dialogue
Listening and observing discussions in different contexts

Reference Materials
Current textbooks and digital media

Students who successfully complete this course acquire general knowledge, skills and abilities that align with CCAC’s definition of an educated person. Specifically, this course fulfills these General Education Goals:

Communication
Culture Society & Citizenship

Approved By: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock Date Approved: 04/13/2025
Last Reviewed: 04/13/2025

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