English for Speakers of Other Languages
19 courses · Woodland Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
ESOL-1A Academic Reading and Writing for Nonnative English speakers
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- Satisfactory completion of ESOL570, ESOL70 or by placement
- Transfers to
- CSU, UC
- C-ID
- ENGL 100
This course meets the same requirements as ENGL C1000, while providing additional support to non-native English speakers. The course focuses on the development of analytical reading, expository and argumentative writing, and research skills at the college level through a structured and supportive learning environment that specifically addresses the needs of language learners with regards to vocabulary, editing, language use, and cultural content.
ESOL-70 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers III
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL260 or ESOL560, or by placement
This course provides nonnative English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar at the advanced level. Emphasis is placed on applying critical reading strategies to a variety of genres, analysis and synthesis of sources, writing multi-paragraph compositions and essays, revising compositions, analyzing and producing accurate grammatical structures in context, expressing and defending one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in academic discussion of course texts and themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ENGL C1000.
ESOL-250 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers I
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Ability to comprehend basic sentences, read short texts, and follow directions in English
This course provides nonnative English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar to an intermediate level. Emphasis is placed on developing and using reading strategies, developing writing fluency, writing paragraphs and multi-paragraph compositions, revising compositions, analyzing and producing grammatical structures in context, expressing one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in classroom discussions about course themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ESOL 260, ESOL 560, or English 105.
ESOL-252 English Language Lab II
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESOL 250/550, 260/560, or 70/570
Supplemental English language support for students in accelerated academic skills courses 250/550, 260/560, or 70/570. Provides supervised workshop time for students’ ESOL assignments. Students receive individual and group instruction. Also open to nonnative English speakers taking composition courses in the English department.
ESOL-260 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers II
- Units
- 6
- Hours
- 108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL250 or ESOL550, or by placement
This course provides nonnative English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar at the low-advanced level. Emphasis is placed on expanding critical reading skills, writing multi-paragraph compositions and essays based on assigned readings, revising compositions, analyzing and producing grammatical structures in context, expressing and supporting one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in academic discussion of course texts and themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ESOL 70, ESOL 570, or English 51.
ESOL-265 English Grammar Boost
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Intermediate English skills
This course is designed to reinforce common grammar topics that are essential to clear academic writing and communication for students at an intermediate or higher level of English proficiency. Course supports students taking one of our academic ESOL courses (ESOL 250/550, 260/560, and ESOL 70/570) and other students interested in better understanding English grammar.
ESOL-266 Academic Conversations
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- Intermediate English skills
This course is designed to provide nonnative English speakers at an intermediate or higher level of language proficiency opportunities and instruction in building their academic conversation skills. Course will build relevant vocabulary and pronunciation skills through a series of discussion topics and is designed to support students taking one of our academic ESOL courses (ESOL 250/550, 260/560, and ESOL 70/570). Also open to any other student interested in improving their English conversation skills.
ESOL-510 Integrated English Language Skills 1
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 80–90 lecture hours
Basic language development for low-beginning English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and vocabulary. This is the first in a series of four. Prepares students for ESOL 520.
ESOL-512 English Language Lab I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 49–54 lab hours
Supplemental English language support for students in the integrated skills courses ESOL 510, 520, 530, and 540. Provides additional practice and support for grammar, reading, writing, vocabulary, listening comprehension, speaking, and pronunciation. Students receive individual and group instruction.
ESOL-520 Integrated English Language Skills 2
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 80–90 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL510
Language development for beginning English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and vocabulary. This is the second in a series of four. Prepares students for ESOL 530.
ESOL-530 Integrated English Language Skills 3
- Units
- 0
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL520
— 80–90 lecture hours Basic language development for low-intermediate English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and vocabulary. This is the third course in a series of four. Prepares students for ESOL 540.
ESOL-540 Integrated English Language Skills 4
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 80–90 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL530
Language development for intermediate English speakers. Concentration on all language skills: reading, writing, grammar, listening, speaking, and vocabulary. This is the fourth course in a series of four. Prepares students for ESOL 550 or ESOL 250.
ESOL-550 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers I
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 96–108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Ability to comprehend basic sentences, read short texts, and follow directions in English
This course provides nonnative English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar to an intermediate level. Emphasis is placed on developing and using reading strategies, developing writing fluency, writing paragraphs and multi-paragraph compositions, revising compositions, analyzing and producing grammatical structures in context, expressing one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in classroom discussions about course themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ESOL 260 or ESOL 560.
ESOL-552 English Language Lab II
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 48–54 lab hours
- Advisory
- Concurrent enrollment in ESOL250/550, 260/560, or 70/570
Supplemental English language support for students in accelerated academic skills courses 250/550, 260/560, or 70/570. Provides supervised workshop time for students’ ESOL assignments. Students receive individual and group instruction. Also open to nonnative English speakers taking composition courses in the English department.
ESOL-560 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers II
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 96–108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL250 or 550, or by placement
This course provides non-native English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar at the low-advanced level. Emphasis is placed on expanding critical reading skills, writing multi-paragraph compositions and essays based on assigned readings, revising compositions, analyzing and producing grammatical structures in context, expressing and supporting one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in academic discussion of course texts and themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ESOL 70, ESOL 570, or English 51.
ESOL-565 English Grammar Boost
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Intermediate English skills
This course is designed to reinforce common grammar topics that are essential to clear academic writing and communication for students at an intermediate or higher level of English proficiency. Course supports students taking one of our academic ESOL courses (ESOL 250/550, 260/560, and ESOL 70/570) and other students interested in better understanding English grammar.
ESOL-566 Academic Conversations
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- Intermediate English skills
This course is designed to provide nonnative English speakers at an intermediate or higher level of language proficiency opportunities and instruction in building their academic conversation skills. Course will build relevant vocabulary and pronunciation skills through a series of discussion topics and is designed to support students taking one of our academic ESOL courses (ESOL 250/550, 260/560, and ESOL 70/570). Also open to any other student interested in improving their English conversation skills.
ESOL-570 Accelerated Academic English for Nonnative Speakers III
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 96–108 lecture hours
- Advisory
- Completion of ESOL260 or 560, or by placement
This course provides nonnative English speakers practice developing their fluency and ability in academic reading, composition, discussion, vocabulary, and grammar at the advanced level. Emphasis is placed on applying critical reading strategies to a variety of genres, analysis and synthesis of sources, writing multi-paragraph compositions and essays, revising compositions, analyzing and producing accurate grammatical structures in context, expressing and defending one’s own ideas and opinions, and engaging in academic discussion of course texts and themes. Course can be repeated as needed to allow for further development of skills at this level. Prepares students for ENGL C1000.
ESOL-575 Academic Reading Skills
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours
- Advisory
- At least a low-intermediate English language level
This course provides a space for students with a low-intermediate to advanced English level a place to improve their English language skills through reading and classroom discussions. Students will choose from 3 levels of books (low, middle, and high) to allow them to build reading strategies as well as improve their overall awareness of English vocabulary and grammar.