American English 035

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Prerequisite: none. Semi-intensive or full time classes in English as a Second Language arranged on an individual tutorial or class basis if enrollment permits, as in the case of special or sponsored groups. Students receive instruction in beginning listening and speaking skills along with appropriate communicative responses, with out-of-class exposure to native speakers in the form of field trips and daily situational encounters. Appropriate phrases and structures for daily use are introduced along with the basic cultural elements that make beginning communication possible. Students are familiarized with the basics of the English alphabet and handwriting. Beginning level sentence patterns are introduced as well as the rudiments of English punctuation. Basic English literacy skills are introduced with materials appropriate for adult learners.