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Welcome to the Washtenaw Community College ESL homepage
We believe that everyone can learn a second language and that students learn best in an atmosphere of active involvement in the classroom. To this end, we
have developed a complete program of courses to help students achieve the level of English proficiency they need for their own goals. Our placement test
will get you started in the right classes.
Our ESL program is intended for adult learners of English who live in the
United States (citizens, immigrants, F-2 visa holders, etc.) They may study
English in the intensive program, or they may take classes one at a time
(non-intensive).
How much English is enough?
Students should determine their own language learning goals. Below are some general guidelines:
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GOAL
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EXIT POINT
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A college education
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Students who wish to attend college level classes or work in
a professional field need sophisticated spoken and written English.
They should complete classes through the Advanced Level.
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Comfort with English
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Other students want to be comfortable reading English newspapers and speaking English in informal settings. They do
not expect to do formal writing in English. These students should take classes through the Intermediate Level.
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A job
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Other students want to find a job as quickly as possible. They need to understand spoken English and to have effective
strategies for communicating. These students should complete classes through high beginning (ENG 023 and ENG 024).
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