Computer Classes with ESL Support

Course Offering Outline

Course Title: Introduction to Computers with ESL Support – CTE Career and Technical Programs

Units per Class: 0 (Non-Credit)
Class Cost: Free

Purpose of the Course:

The purpose of this course is to equip ESL students with the language and academic skills necessary to effectively participate in career and technical education (CTE) courses, ensuring they can comprehend content-area materials, communicate ideas, and demonstrate competency in both written and oral tasks.

Course Goals:

1. Enhance reading comprehension for content-area texts.

2. Build and apply relevant vocabulary in both speech and writing.

3. Improve understanding and interpretation of exam questions.

4. Develop effective oral communication skills.

5. Strengthen grammar and writing skills for academic and vocational purposes.

6. Improve summarizing and note-taking abilities to retain content knowledge.

7. Prepare students for successful participation in CTE courses.

Performance Objectives:

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

1. Apply reading strategies to comprehend content-area texts.

2. Use newly acquired vocabulary accurately in oral and written communication.

3. Interpret and respond to exam questions typical of the content-area course.

4. Follow and comprehend verbal instructions and lectures.

5. Utilize proper grammatical forms in written assignments.

6. Summarize and synthesize information from texts and class discussions.

7. Participate effectively in class discussions and complete assignments in the content-area course.

8. Employ note-taking strategies to organize and retain information.

9. Apply techniques to understand and answer test questions effectively.