Workforce Development and Community Education: Fall 2021

51 | Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce Textbook Required IN-PERSON Accelerated Immersion Levels 0, 1 & 2 (12 hrs/week x 6 weeks: 75 hours) At Mount Vernon Extension Center (17 S. Fifth Avenue)  4 mornings / week (UA) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/F (levels 0-2), Sept. 7-Oct. 22 (skip 9/8-10), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $295. #84030  Placement test on 9/7, 6:30 pm  1st class on 9/13 (VA) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/F (levels 0-2), Oct. 22-Dec. 8 (skip 10/25-26; 11/26), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $295. #84031  Placement test on 10/22, 9:00 am  1st class on 10/27 At Yonkers Extension Center (Cross County Shopping Center)  4 evenings / week (UP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Sept. 15-Nov. 2 (skip 9/16-21), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $295. #84032  Placement test on 9/15, 6:30 pm  1st class on 9/22 (VP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Nov. 2-Dec. 21 (skip 11/3-4; 11/24-25), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $295. #84033  Placement test on 11/2, 6:30 pm  1st class on 11/8 REMOTE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (9 OR 15 HOURS/WEEK: 75 STUDY HOURS) A multi-level program in English as a Second Language providing balanced instruction in all language skills. Classes are taught remotely using Zoom, Google Classroom, and other technologies. Classes are live/synchronous and have a fixed schedule. Eight levels (0 to 7). New students are placed by online exam. REMOTE (ACL1) 5 Mornings: 25 M-F, Sept. 20-Oct. 28, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $295. #84035  Placement test: Sat. 9/20, 9:00 am (online)  1st class on 9/27 (online) REMOTE (ACL2) 5 Mornings: 25 M-F, Nov. 8-Dec. 21, 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $295. #84036  Placement test: Sat. 11/8, 9:00 am (online)  1st class on 11/15 (online) REMOTE (TWRP) Tues/Wed/Thurs Evenings: 25 classes per session, two sessions available of 75 hours each 6:30-9:30 pm, $295 each session. ESL 2019-TWRP, 25 T/W/Th, 9/21-11/18 (skip 4/28-4/29) #84037  Placement tests: 9/21, 6:30 pm (online)  1st class: 9/28 (online) SPECIALIZED ESL COURSES IN-PERSON 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 college degree programs. Prerequisite: high intermediate to advanced proficiency in English (ELI Level 6+.) ELI-ESL 1300 (Select D or Q) (D) 22 T/Th Evenings, Sept. 23-Dec. 9 (skip 11/25), 7:00-9:30 pm, $249. #84038 REMOTE TOEFL Preparation Workshop (P) 22 M/Th Mornings, Sept. 27-Dec. 13 (skip 11/25), 9:15-11:45 am, $249. #84039 IN-PERSON 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, Sept. 23-Oct. 26, 7:00-9:00 pm, $173. #84040 IN-PERSON Business English for Internationals A contextualized, advanced level, ESL pathway course providing learners with the opportunity to develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in preparation for study in academic business programs. Participants build fluency and knowledge through participation in activities related to business communication. Prerequisite: ELI Level 6 proficiency. ELI-ESL 1420, 10 T/Th, Nov. 2-Dec. 7 (skip 11/25), 7:00-9:00 pm, $173. #84041 IN-PERSON 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. Prerequisite: high intermediate to advanced proficiency in English (ELI Level 6+). ELI-ESL 1650 (Select C, P, or A) (C) 24 M/W Evenings, Sept. 13-Dec. 6 (skip 11/25), 6:30-9:30 pm, $328. #84042 REMOTE English for Academic Purposes Program (EAP) (P) 24 M/Th Mornings, Sept. 13-Dec. 6 (skip 11/25), 9:00 am - 12:00 noon, $328. #84043 Special Focus EAP+TOEFL: A combination of EAP curriculum and TOEFL prep. (A) 12 Sat., Sept. 11-Dec. 18 (skip 11/27), 9:00 am-3:45 pm, GTW-243, $328. #84044 Class taught remotely using Zoom, Google Classroom, and other technologies. Classes are live / synchronous and have a fixed schedule.