English Language Acquisition

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Program available at/via: [Walla Walla][Clarkston][Corrections Education -CRCC][Corrections Education -WSP]

Program Overview: English Language Acquisition (ELA) classes are offered to limited English proficient students to develop communication skills, function effectively in jobs, pursue a higher degree, and participate as members of the community. Course pathways include Adult High School 21+ program, GED® tests, college, or current or future work. Students enrolled in IDEA (Integrated Digital English Acceleration) courses learn English and college and job skills. Classes may be taught using a team-teaching model to facilitate classroom and online learning. Ongoing pre- and post-CASAS assessments are required.

Program Level Outcomes: Upon successful completion of the program, students will:

• Demonstrate academic reading, math, and written and oral communication skills through the development of critical thinking and comprehension strategies.
• Recognize themselves as learners and citizens capable of accomplishing their academic and professional goals and contributing to the larger community.
• Engage in campus activities, utilize campus resources, and demonstrate the ability to transition to and navigate academic and professional environments.
• Demonstrate an increase in computer literacy and proficiency in using technology for academic and professional purposes.
• Use interpersonal skills and strategies in a multicultural context.

Entrance Requirements: Students are placed by CASAS in Levels I through V. Students may register any time during the quarter. There is a $25 fee per quarter.

Courses

• ELA 001 - Educational Interview
• ELA 005 - ELA Foundations
• ELA 010 - ELA10 Reading
• ELA 014 - ELA Communications
• ELA 015 - Communication
• ELA 023 - ELA Health and Nutrition
• ELA 030 - ELA B
• ELA 031 - ELA United States History and Government and the Arts
• ELA 034 - ELA Washington State History
• ELA 042 - ELA Integrated Digital English Acceleration
• ELA 060 - Multi-Level ELA
• ELA 065 - Basic E-Learning for ELA
• ELA 066 - E-Learning for ELA
• ELA 067 - Beginning Writing Essentials
• ELA 068 - Beginning Reading Improvement
• ELA 070 - Special Purposes In ELA
• ELA 077 - ELA Intermediate Writing Essentials
• ELA 078 - ELA Intermediate Reading Improvement
• ELA 087 - ELA Reading Improvement
• ELA 088 - ELA Writing Essentials
• ELA 090 - ELA Transitions
• ELA 092 - ELA Health & Fitness
• ELA 093 - ELA Academic Orientation/Support
• ELA 097 - ELA Basic Expository Writing

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