English as a Second Language (ESL)
Orientation:
In order to help adult learners be successful at GGAE, all students must attend an in-person orientation. At the orientation, students will learn about the school’s policies and procedures, take the CASAS test, and meet with the counselor or staff member to discuss academic goals and needs of the student. Please note, as a WIOA Title II Funded Agency, Garden Grove Adult School requires students to participate in on-campus CASAS testing throughout the year. The CASAS test will help us understand how to place you in academic programs including ESL classes and High School programs.
English as a Second Language Classes
Learn English for employment, for college, or to become a U.S. citizen. Gain technology skills and cultural knowledge, and make lifelong friends! Our English as a Second Language (ESL) Courses are non-credit, open enrollment courses. In all ESL courses, the use of technology (computers and the Internet) is taught as part of instruction.
Students will be placed into the appropriate English as a Second Language (ESL) classes based on their placement test results. Everyone must take a placement test prior to registration. All ESL classes are held both here on our campus and with Zoom following our flexible model of instruction with our supportive teachers. Additionally, all students who do not have a basic knowledge of computers will be given an orientation.
1. Beginning ESL Literacy
This course is designed for students with little or no ability in English and who need to start at the beginning. Students will build their understanding and develop basic English life skills vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and basic grammar activities. Students in beginning literacy classes will use computers to aid in learning.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
Afternoons: Mon-Thurs 12:30pm–3:00pm
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
2. Low Beginning ESL
This course is designed for students who are beginning to build skills in English. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. Students will use computers and the Internet to learn English.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
Afternoons: Mon-Thurs 12:30pm–3:00pm
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
3. High Beginning ESL
This course is designed for students who have basic English language abilities. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. Students will use computers and the Internet to learn English.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon- 8:30am–11:00am
Afternoons: Mon-Thurs 12:30pm–3:00pm
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
4. Low Intermediate ESL
This course is designed for students with intermediate English language abilities. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. Students will use computers and the Internet to learn English.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
Afternoons: Mon-Thurs 12:30pm–3:00pm
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
5. High Intermediate ESL
This course is designed for students with high intermediate English language abilities. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. Students will use computers and the Internet to learn English.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
Afternoons: Mon-Thurs 12:30pm–3:00pm
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
6. Advanced ESL for Careers
This course is designed for students who have some advanced English language abilities. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. The focus of this course is on developing advanced English for careers/occupations. Students will use computers and the Internet to do research and complete their projects.
Days and Times
Mornings: Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
Evenings: Mon-Thurs 6:00pm–8:30pm
7. Advanced ESL for College
This course is designed for students who have some advanced English language skills. Students will practice communication skills in everyday situations and build a larger vocabulary through listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar activities. The focus of this course is on developing advanced English for college courses. Students will use computers and the Internet to do research and complete their projects.
Days and Times
Mon-Thurs. 8:30am–11:00am
8. Pronunciation and Conversation for College/Careers
Do you want to improve your pronunciation in English and become a better communicator for work or for college? Students in this course will learn pronunciation rules and speaking strategies to participate in conversations more easily. They will also record and analyze their own voices, improve their listening skills, and learn occupational and academic vocabulary. This course is best for students at intermediate and advanced levels of English.
Days and Times
Mon/Wed 12:30pm–3:00pm
9. Citizenship: N-400
In this citizenship course, students will build the skills in English needed to complete the U.S. Citizenship N-400 form and pass the speaking interview for the naturalization exam. They will use computers and the Internet as part of instruction. Students in this course may also enroll in Citizenship: Civics.
Days and Times
Fridays 8am-10:30am
10. Citizenship: Civics
In this citizenship course, students will build the skills in English needed to pass the civics portion of the naturalization exam. They will use computers and the Internet as part of instruction. Students in this course may also enroll in Citizenship: N-400.
Days and Times
Fridays 10:45am-1:15pm