Intensive Reading and Writing I:  The Essay

• Read classic short fiction and non-fiction literature, write summaries and essays, and learn to support an argument in writing using appropriate transitions and details. 

Intensive Reading and Writing II:  Research and Citation

• Read academic articles and other non-fiction literature and write a short research paper related to the readings.  Learn to develop and support a thesis and use citations.

Listening and Speaking I

• Build listening comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development and sociolinguistic competencies.  Students view short videos of speakers and other high-interest content.

Listening and Speaking II

• Build listening comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development and sociolinguistic competencies. Students view video lectures, interviews, and other advanced-level content.

American Cinema

• Get extra listening comprehension practice and an in-depth look at aspects of American culture.  Students will write and revise film critiques as a way to practice editing skills in writing.  They will also participate in discussions of the films through online discussion boards and in class discussions.

Presentation and Pronunciation Skills I and II

• Gain necessary skills to deliver a formal presentation. Learn best practices in PowerPoint design, team building discussions, pronunciation, and improved fluency.

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Intensive Reading and Writing I:  The Essay

• Read classic short fiction and non-fiction literature, write summaries and essays, and learn to support an argument in writing using appropriate transitions and details. 

Intensive Reading and Writing II:  Research and Citation

• Read academic articles and other non-fiction literature and write a short research paper related to the readings.  Learn to develop and support a thesis and use citations.

Listening and Speaking I

• Build listening comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development and sociolinguistic competencies.  Students view short videos of speakers and other high-interest content.

Listening and Speaking II

• Build listening comprehension, fluency, vocabulary development and sociolinguistic competencies. Students view video lectures, interviews, and other advanced-level content.

American Cinema

• Get extra listening comprehension practice and an in-depth look at aspects of American culture.  Students will write and revise film critiques as a way to practice editing skills in writing.  They will also participate in discussions of the films through online discussion boards and in class discussions.

Presentation and Pronunciation Skills I and II

• Gain necessary skills to deliver a formal presentation. Learn best practices in PowerPoint design, team building discussions, pronunciation, and improved fluency.

Discover Philadelphia

• Travel on walking tours throughout Philadelphia to see the amazing murals that fill public spaces and wander through the various free or low-cost art galleries. Note: This class meets off campus and may require public transportation to various sites.

Business English with Professional Presentations Course
Students will learn American business English by

• reading and listening to business texts.
• practicing presentation skills.
• writing formal and informal business correspondence.

Business Culture & Guest Speaker Workshop
Students will focus on the language and culture of American business by

• engaging with guest speakers from a variety of professions.
• taking part in networking workshops.
• participating in a business etiquette luncheon.

Philadelphia Business Visit (not available with on-line format)
Students will learn about and visit local businesses, including large corporations and small businesses owned by local entrepreneurs, in order to

• engage with company representatives. 
• learn about the range of business practices.
• experience business culture in fields like media and hospitality.