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Basic English as a Second Language with Workplace Themes
In response to the growing need throughout Westerm Massachusetts for basic English
instruction, The Center for Professional Development has designed several courses
for individuals for whom English is not their primary language. We realize
that many people need to improve their English speaking, listening, reading and
writing skills, not only to function better in society and in their daily lives,
but also to obtain employment or advance their employment.
Students will practice speaking about formal and informal topics such as employment, education
and everyday life. They will complete listening exercises and answer comprehension questions.
Students will read and write in this course and learn basic grammar structures. The
emphasis is on general English.
Students will read and write about beginning reading materials. They will learn to identify main ideas and supporting information and write sentences and paragraphs. Students will learn basic grammar structures. The emphasis is on general English.
Speaking & Listening, Level II Students will learn to speak about formal and informal topics such as work, home, school, and places around town such as clinics, supermarkets and the library. They will learn to listen to and understand beginning to higher level listening materials and answer comprehension questions in sentences and short writings. Students will learn grammar structures. The emphasis is on general English.
Students will learn to read and understand higher level reading materials and answer comprehension questions. They will learn to write sentences and paragraphs about everyday topics in English, workplace English, and academic English. Students will learn grammar structures. The emphasis is on general English.
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