Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2021

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 55 Textbook Required SPECIALIZED ESL COURSES REMOTE TOEFL Preparation Workshop This course is designed to help learners improve their English language skills in four areas, reading, listening, speaking and writing in preparation for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), through TOEFL practice tests and focused instruction and practice in academic reading and listening comprehension, grammatical accuracy and clarity in speech and writing. Additionally, students develop valuable test-taking and critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance in regular college credit programs. Prerequisite: high intermediate to advanced proficiency in English (ELI Level 6+). ELI-ESL 1300 (Select D or Q) (D) 22 Tues./Thurs. Evenings, Jan 26-Apr 15 (skip 3/16,18), 7:00-9:30 pm, $249. #21685 (Q) 22 Tues./Fri. Mornings, Jan 26-Apr 16 (skip 3/16,19), 9:15-11:45 am, $249. #21686 REMOTE English for Academic Purposes Program (EAP) Prepares students for matriculated college study through a contextualized academic curriculum that integrates English language skills with academic content. English for Academic Purposes offers an introduction to academic literacy with a focus on building academic vocabulary and reading and writing skills applied to academic tasks. The course also develops independent study skills, test preparation, and communication skills needed for college readiness. ELI-ESL 1650. (C) 24 Mon./Wed. Evenings, Jan 23-Apr 16 (skip 11/25), 6:30-9:30 pm, $328. #21687 REMOTE Pronunciation: The Sound System of English Designed for intermediate to advanced learners whose spoken English is at ELI level 4+. Students will learn the difference between similar English sounds and become better at articulating them. Participants will also identify problematic areas in their speech related to the production of vowels and consonants. ELI-ESL 1524-D, 10 T/Th, Jan 26-Feb 25, 7:00-9:00 pm, $173. #21683 REMOTE Business English for Internationals A contextualized, advanced level, ESL pathway course providing learners with the opportunity develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing English skills in preparation for study in academic business programs. Participants build fluency and knowledge through study of texts, completion of assignments, and participation in activities related to business communication, marketing, management, global business, entrepreneurship, business administration, and economics. Prerequisite: ELI Level 6 proficiency. ELI-ESL 1420, 10 T/Th., Mar 2-Apr 8 (skip 3/16, 18), 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm, $173. #21684 REMOTE TESOL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM The intensive, 12-week, non-credit TESOL certification program prepares you to teach ESL to adults in the U.S. or abroad. Practical classroom instruction integrated with observation and discussion of ELI classes allows for development of knowledge and teaching skills, which you apply and hone by practice teaching in our diverse array of courses which span a broad range of proficiency levels. Additional details at www.sunywcc.edu/TESOL. Form I-20 is available for TESOL students. ELI-TESL 3000, M/W/Th, Jan 11-Apr 12 (skip 1/18; 3/15-18), 6:30-10:00 pm, Remote, $1989 [#21678] CITIZENSHIP EXAM PREP Designed for students whose English is at least at a high-beginning level (ELI Level 3+). Learn about American history and government, and practice your English skills as you prepare for the civics and English portions of the US Citizenship Exam. ELI-ESL 1860, FREE but you must pay $9.75 in fees. *For Spring 2021 citizenship course schedules, and to register, call Eileen McKee, Welcome Center Director, at 914-606-5626. F-1 International Students F-1 Students study 18+ hours per week: Students who have F-1 visa or status (have form I-20) meet the full-time study requirement by enrolling in the Accelerated English Program ELI-ESL 2019-GLSW and Accent on Fluency (ELI-ESL-1215) See description & schedule on pages 1 & 2. Note: For the Fall 2020 semester, NEW F-1 students (not already in the USA) will not be able to obtain a visa or enter the United States for online ESL study. If you want to start in January 2021, please contact us: 914-606-7744, ELI@sunywcc.edu , and we will assist you with important F-1 information and an application. Immigration form I-20A/B (for F-1 student visa/status) is available to full-time ESL students in enrolled in Accelerated English Program or the TESOL Certificate Program.