IELP 101 - American Culture and Conversation

Credits: 1-5
This course is for non-native English speakers at the high-intermediate or advanced level and focuses on conversational English within the context of contemporary American culture. Activities will include daily pair/group discussions to share ideas, information, and practice conversation skills and students will harness everyday technology and devices to enhance their learning. Students will also have the opportunity to go out into the community to hear presentations, concerts, and to visit sites of cultural value to the Walla Walla Valley. Students will use these field trip opportunities as well as interview projects, readings, videos, lecture, and conversation to learn about various aspects of American life, such as family and relationships, customs, sports, etc. This course is in accordance with College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education.