Workforce Development and Community Education: Spring 2024

Visit us online at www.sunywcc.edu/wdce | 42 LIFELONG LEARNING & PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT At SUNY Westchester Peekskill (27 N Division St.) 4 evenings / week (ELI-ESL 2029PE) (UP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Jan. 24–Mar. 5 (skip none), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $310.  Placement test: 1/10, 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 1/24 (VP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Mar. 19–Apr. 29 (skip none), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $310.  Placement test: 3/13, 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 3/19 At SUNY Westchester Yonkers (843 Kimball Ave.) 4 evenings per week (ELI-ESL 2029YR) (UP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Jan. 17–Feb. 27 (skip none), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $310.  Placement test: 1/8 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 1/17 (VP) Accelerated Immersion: 25 M/T/W/Th (levels 0-2), Mar. 18–Apr. 25 (skip none), 6:30 pm-9:30 pm, $310.  Placement test: 3/12, 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 3/18 REMOTE ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE (Meets 9, 12, or 15 hours per week: 75 study hours) Eight levels (0 to 7): Live/synchronous classes using Zoom & Google Classroom. Balanced instruction in all language skills. New students must take a placement exam. REMOTE (ACL1) Mornings: 25 M-F, Jan. 29–Feb. 29, (skip none), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $310. ELI-ESL 2019-ACL1  Placement test: 1/11, 9:00 am, online  Classes begin: 1/29 REMOTE (ACL2) Mornings: 25 M-F, Mar. 18–Apr. 18, (skip none), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $310. ELI-ESL 2019-ACL2  Placement test: 3/13, 9:00 am, online  Classes begin: 3/18 REMOTE (TWRP-A) Evenings: 25 T/W/TH, Jan. 9–Feb. 29, (skip none), 6:30-9:30 pm, $310. ESL 2019-TWRP  Placement test: 1/3, 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 1/9 REMOTE (TWRP-B) Evenings: 25 M/T/W/TH, Mar. 18–Apr. 25 (skip none), 6:30-9:30 pm, $310. ESL 2019-TWRP  Placement test: 3/6, 6:30 pm, online  Classes begin: 3/18 SPECIALIZED ESL COURSES Pronunciation: The Sound System of English Designed for intermediate to advanced learners whose spoken English is at ELI level 4+. Students will learn the difference between similar English sounds and become better at articulating them. Participants will also identify problematic areas in their speech related to the production of vowels and consonants. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: ELI-ESL 1524-D, 10 T/Th, Jan. 30–Feb. 29, 7:00-9:00 pm, $182. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: ELI-ESL 1510-C, 12 Mondays, Jan. 22-Apr. 16, (skip: 3/12) 6:30-9:30 pm, $292 English for Academic Purposes Program (EAP) Prepares students for matriculated college study through a contextualized academic curriculum that integrates English language skills with academic content. English for Academic Purposes offers an introduction to academic literacy with a focus on building academic vocabulary and reading and writing skills applied to academic tasks. The course also develops independent study skills, test preparation, and communication skills needed for college readiness. Prerequisite: high intermediate to advanced proficiency in English (ELI Level 6+). ELI-ESL 1650 (Select C, P, or DR.) IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: (C) 24 M/W Evenings, Jan. 29–Apr. 24 (skip 3/11 &13), 6:30-9:30 pm, $344. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: (P) 24 M/Th Mornings, Jan. 25–Apr. 22 (skip 3/11 &14) 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $344. REMOTE (DR) 24 T/Th., Jan. 23–Apr. 18 (skip 3/12 &14), 6:30-9:30 pm, $344. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Yonkers: (I) 24 M/W Mornings, Jan. 29–Apr.29 (skip 3/11 &13), 9:00 am-12:00 noon, $344. English for Academic Purposes for TOEFL Preparation This course is designed to help learners improve their English language skills in four areas, reading, listening, speaking, and writing in preparation for the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language), through TOEFL practice tests and focused instruction and practice in academic reading and listening comprehension, grammatical accuracy and clarity in speech and writing. Additionally, students develop valuable test-taking and critical thinking skills necessary for successful performance in college degree programs. Prerequisite: high intermediate to advanced proficiency in English (ELI Level 6+.) ELI-ESL 1650 (Select D or Q) IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: (D) 24 T/Th Evenings, Jan. 23–Apr. 18 (skip 3/12 -14) 6:30-9:30 pm, $344. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: (Q) 24 T/F Mornings, Jan. 23–Apr. 23 (skip 3/12 -15,29) 9:00-12:00 pm, $344. English for Academic Purposes for Business A contextualized, advanced level, ESL pathway course providing learners with the opportunity to develop their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills in preparation for study in academic business programs. Participants build fluency and knowledge through participation in activities related to business communication. Prerequisite: ELI Level 6 proficiency. IN-PERSON At SUNY Westchester Valhalla: ELI-ESL 1650-A, 12 Sat., Jan. 20–Apr. 13 (skip 3/16), 9:00-3:30 pm, $344.

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