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  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "code": "ESL",
  "name": "English as a Second Language",
  "sourceUrl": "https://butte.curriqunet.com/catalog/iq/25393/28400/27986",
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      "code": "ESL 300",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "300",
      "title": "American Citizenship",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "85 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course prepares adult immigrants to complete the naturalization process in order to become U.S. Citizens. Students will develop English language skills (reading, writing, listening, speaking, vocabulary, and grammar) and civics knowledge (history and government) necessary to complete the Application for Naturalization (N-400), Civics Test, Writing Test, Reading Test, and final U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Interview. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-300",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-300",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 301",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "301",
      "title": "ESL Level I",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "85 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course provides a conversational approach to the learning of elementary English. It offers the English language learner practice in verbal communication with special emphasis on literacy and life skills. The introduction to basic literacy skills reinforces spoken and written English. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 7,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-301",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "winter-2027",
          "name": "Winter 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/winter-2027/esl/#esl-301",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 8,
          "open": 8,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-301",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 302",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "302",
      "title": "ESL Level II",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "85 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course moves the English language learner from basic literacy skills to more in-depth practice with foundational grammatical structures and expressions in English. Speaking and listening skills are practiced, with introduction to writing and reading utilizing appropriate level texts. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-302",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "winter-2027",
          "name": "Winter 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/winter-2027/esl/#esl-302",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 5,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-302",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 303",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "303",
      "title": "ESL Level III",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "85 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course reinforces and expands an English language learner's literacy and communication skills for life, college, and career. It engages students in collaborative activities that integrate reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Intermediate grammar and vocabulary are introduced in context. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 3,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-303",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "winter-2027",
          "name": "Winter 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/winter-2027/esl/#esl-303",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 5,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-303",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 304",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "304",
      "title": "ESL Level IV",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "85 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course assists an English language learner in developing communication for life, career, and college. Through the integration of reading, writing, speaking and listening activities in English, this course prepares the student to communicate academically and introduces intermediate-to-advanced level grammar structures in context. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only. Open Entry/Open Exit.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 4,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-304",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "winter-2027",
          "name": "Winter 2027",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/winter-2027/esl/#esl-304",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 5,
          "open": 5,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-304",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 305",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "305",
      "title": "ESL Academic Reading and Writing",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "68 hours lecture",
      "prerequisite": "ESL 304 or permission of instructor",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This is a developmental reading and composition course designed to prepare advanced ESL students for the English composition requirement at the college level. English language learners develop their fluency in academic English with emphasis on reading, writing, and discussion skills. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-305",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-305",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 340",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "340",
      "title": "Technology Skills for ESL Students",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "68 hours lecture",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course will support English language learners as they acquire digital literacy practices to become users and creators of digital content. Students will use technology to engage in authentic English communication in a variety of personal, professional, and academic contexts. Students will engage in reading, writing, speaking, and listening strategies by exploring a variety of digital texts, genres, cultural artifacts, platforms, applications, and programs. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 2,
          "open": 2,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-340",
          "subject": "ESL"
        },
        {
          "term": "spring-2027",
          "name": "Spring 2027",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/spring-2027/esl/#esl-340",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    },
    {
      "code": "ESL 350",
      "subject": "ESL",
      "number": "350",
      "title": "ESL Workforce Training Adult Education",
      "units": "0",
      "hours": "68 hours lecture",
      "corequisite": "ESL 304",
      "cid": [],
      "transfer": [],
      "description": "This course is an intensive language acquisition course that prepares non-native speakers of English to enter the workforce. The focus is on building communication skills necessary to succeed at entry level positions in a variety of jobs. Unlimited repeats. Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory only.",
      "notes": [],
      "offered": [
        {
          "term": "fall-2026",
          "name": "Fall 2026",
          "sections": 1,
          "open": 1,
          "url": "/c/butte-college/schedule/fall-2026/esl/#esl-350",
          "subject": "ESL"
        }
      ]
    }
  ]
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