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English as a Second Language IV: Grammar
Course: ESL040AB

First Term: 2001 Fall
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Academic
Load Formula: S


Description: Second 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.



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Write simple, compound, and complex sentences correctly. (I)
2. Write two paragraphs in designated mode of development that use a topic sentence effectively, and that exhibit unity and coherence. (II)
3. Punctuate sentences properly and spell words correctly. (III)
4. Use verb tenses, moods, and voice correctly. (IV)
5. Use new vocabulary and idioms effectively. (V)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
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
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date:  3/27/2001

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