Rancho Santiago Community College District
Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education
Beginning ESL 3 Course Overview
Instructor:
Class Information: Beginning ESL 3, Site__, Room__, Days__, Time__
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Course Description:
Emphasizes comprehending, participating in and sustaining simple conversations, reading short
passages with understanding, and producing short written passages. This is the fourth course in
the Continuing Education ESL continuum. Open Entry/Open Exit.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs):
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to
 answer questions about a familiar context after a level-appropriate listening prompt
 discuss information using visuals previously learned
 read sentences on a simple form
 record correct responses on a given topic
 describe a chart to make an informed decision.
Tests/Lessons/Homework Assignments:
Students take ESL pre/post tests, CASAS tests and other tests/assessments as provided by the
instructor. Classroom lessons/materials focus on the following life skills categories: basic
communication, consumer economics, community resources, health and safety, occupational
knowledge, and government and law. Homework assignments may be given.
Grading Standards:
Students who attend at least one class meeting receive one of the following grades at the end of a
semester/session:
P
(pass)
SP
(satisfactory progress)
NP
(no measurable progress)
Attendance Requirements:
Students who do not attend the first class meeting, or are absent for five day classes or four
evening classes within a 2-week period without the instructor’s approval may be dropped .
Textbooks/Materials:
SCE website for ESL students: http://www.sac.edu/ContinuingEducation/ESL/Pages/default.aspx
Testing/Assessment Information:
ESL Tests
CASAS Tests
Date
Score
Date
Score
CASAS Form
Date
Score
ESL Pre
ESL Post
EL Civics Assessments
Unit Theme
Date
Score
Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education Mission Statement
The Santa Ana College School of Continuing Education is a responsive community leader dedicated
to adult student success through innovative educational programs and services. The School of
Continuing Education prepares students to transition to college, improve language and workforce
skills, increase civic involvement, and promote lifelong learning.
SCE website for ESL students: http://www.sac.edu/ContinuingEducation/ESL/Pages/default.aspx