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Official Course
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ESL040AC 2001 Fall - 9999 |
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English
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Third
module of the fourth level of English as a Second Language (ESL). Continued
emphasis on sentence structure and paragraph building. Extensive grammar
study and writing practice. Prerequisites: Grade of "P" or
"C" or better in ESL040AB. Course Notes: ESL040AC may be repeated
for a maximum of two (2) credits. Credit (P) or no credit (Z). Standard
grading available according to procedures outlined in catalog. |
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MCCCD
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ESL040AC 2001
Fall - 9999 |
English as a Second Language IV: Grammar |
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Write simple, compound, and complex sentences correctly.
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Write two paragraphs in designated mode of development
that use a topic sentence effectively, and that exhibit unity and coherence.
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Punctuate sentences properly and spell words correctly.
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Use verb tenses, moods, and voice correctly. (IV) |
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Use new vocabulary and idioms effectively. (V) |
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MCCCD
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ESL040AC 2001
Fall - 9999 |
English as a Second Language IV: Grammar |
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I. Sentence Structure A. Simple 1. Run-ons and fragments 2. Non-clausal modifiers B. Compound 1. Compound subjects and
verbs 2. With all coordinate
conjunctions C. Complex 1. Compound, simple,
run-ons, and fragments 2. Varying combinations of
independent and dependent clauses II. Paragraph Development A. Modes of development 1. Narration 2. Process B. Topic sentences with
varied placement C. Unity D. Coherence E. Transitional devices
between ideas III. Mechanics A. Punctuation B. Spelling 1. Doubling consonants 2. Silent e and other vowel
representations 3. Adding endings (ed, er, est,
ing, ly) IV. Verb Tenses and
Aspects, Moods, and Voice A. Simple B. Progressive (continuous)
C. Perfect D. Perfect progressive E. Conditional F. Passive voice V. Vocabulary and Idioms A. Vocabulary 1. Nouns a. Common b. Proper 2. Pronouns a. Subject b. Object c. Possessive d. Demonstrative 3. Verbs 4. Adjectives/adverbs a. Comparative b. Superlative 5. Prepositions B. Idioms 1. Non-academic 2. Academic |
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