ESL 244
Intermediate English as a Second Language
Course Description
This course focuses on developing English speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills, with an emphasis on explicit and direct grammar instruction. Vocabulary-building and writing are emphasized. Pronunciation practice and discussion of cross-cultural topics are also included.
Class Details
| CRN | Course | Section | Days | Times | Instructor | Loc |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00675 | ESL 244 | 01Y | M·W···· | 10:00 AM-12:15 PM | Pati Carobus | L35 |
| ·T·R··· | 10:00 AM-12:15 PM | ONLINE |
Class Dates: This class runs from 2026-04-06 to 2026-06-26.
Footnote:
ESL 244.01Y: HYBRID, meets on-campus and online. This class meets each week on campus and online as noted in the class listing. Students must have access to a computer, the internet and an individual email address. Most De Anza classes will use the Canvas course management system. We recommend a laptop or desktop computer to successfully complete the course; a tablet or phone may not be adequate for all assignments and tests. Information about Canvas and Online Education Orientation can be found in Canvas on the Student Resources page: https://deanza.instructure.com/courses/3382. The Student Online Resources hub with extensive information and tips can be found at deanza.edu/online-ed/students/remotelearning .
Class Materials
| Textbook/Material | Type | Required | Purchase | Rent | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New | Used | New | Used | |||
| Reading Explorer 3 With Spark Platform (3rd Edition) Douglas © 2024 ISBN: 9798214085647 | Textbook | Required | $80.00 | $60.00 | $60.00 | $33.60 |
| Focus on Grammar 3 (w/Bind-In Essen Online Resources) (5th Edition) Fuchs © 2017 ISBN: 9780134583297 | Package | Required | $71.00 | $53.25 | $28.40 | |
Lower prices may be available for textbooks or materials in certain courses, when purchased through the course site on Canvas. Your instructor will tell you if a lower price is available.
View textbook and/or other materials available at the Bookstore.
Course Details
- Units
- 10 Units
- Hours
- Weekly Lecture Hours: 10
- Weekly Lab Hours: 0
- Program Status
- Not Program Applicable
- Credit
- Credit - Degree Applicable
- Grading Method
- Letter Grading
Requisite and Advisory
- Prerequisite
- Qualifying score on the English as a Second Language Placement Test; or ESL D234. (or ESL D434.) with a grade of C or better