The following classes are designed specifically for second-language students:

Beginning English

• ESL 10 works with English pronunciation, vocabulary, listening, reading, and writing to improve basic English skills.

Speaking and Listening

• ESL 23A emphasizes English phrasing patterns, dictation, and various speaking situations.

• ESL 23B features formal speaking, note-taking, and organizational skills in English.

Grammar

• ESL 30 uses reading, writing, and listening skills to focus on verb tenses and forms.

• ESL 25, 29A, 29B, and 29C are one-unit self-study modular courses using ESL grammar software in the ESL/Language Lab. The focus is on English verb tenses and verb forms.

Composition

• ESL 27 is a beginning composition class focusing on the fundamentals of writing English.

• ESL 197 emphasizes longer writings with more complicated sentence structure.

• ESL 198, Advanced Composition, focuses on organizing and writing formal essays and a research paper.

Vocabulary

• ESL 24A, Basic Vocabulary, is designed to help second-language students with the meanings, forms, use, and pronunciation of words not already in their vocabulary.

Non-Credit English

• Rio Hondo offers classes in basic English and Citizenship at various sites in the local communities. Check the schedule of classes for times and locations.
  
  
  If you would like more information about the ESL Program or classes, please contact the Communications and Languages Division at 562 692 0921 ext 3429