ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE

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ESL0100 Esl Cours Intensif I Session  
 
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ESL0101 Intensive Four Skills Course in English as a Second Languag  
 
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ESL0102 Intensive Four Skills Course in English as a Second Languag  
 
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ESL0103 Intensive Four Skills Course in English as a Second Languag  
 
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ESL0104 Intensive Four Skills Course in English as a Second Languag  
 
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ESL0105 Intensive Four Skills Course in English as a Second Languag  
 
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ESL0106 English for Academic Purposes (business Administration)  
 
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ESL0111 Special Project  
Supervised research/material development project to be evaluated for content and academic language use. The project may be based on some of the special language teaching resources in the University, e.g., Multimedia Laboratories (FA), Writing Centre (FA), Learning Resource Centre (FE), Second Language Resource Centre - Learning Section (SLI), Research and Evaluation Sector (SLI); or on programs in the region (e.g., immersion and immigrant education). The project may also involve issues relating to language teaching in the students home country.
Course reserved for students in the Advanced English and EFL Pedagogy Certificate program.
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ESL0200 Esl Cours Intensif II Session  
 
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ESL1000 Test de compétence en anglais langue seconde / Test of Proficiency in English as a Second Language 6 cr.
The test is offered during registration according to a schedule determined by the Second Language Institute. In all cases, students must make an appointment at the Second Language Institute a few days before the testing session.
Le test est offert pendant les périodes d'inscription selon un calendrier déterminé par l'Institut des langues secondes. Dans tous les cas, les étudiants et étudiantes doivent prendre rendez-vous en s'adressant à l'Institut des langues secondes quelques jours avant la session de testing.
In the case of a significant discrepancy between students' observed second language performance and their results on the Proficiency Test, the Second Language Institute reserves the right to require additional evaluation.
Dans le cas où serait constaté un écart significatif entre les résultats d'un étudiant ou d'une étudiante au test de compétence et ses aptitudes réelles dans la langue seconde, l'Institut des langues secondes se réserve le droit d'exiger une évaluation additionnelle.
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ESL1111 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveau élémentaire I /Oral and Written Communication in English as a Second Language: Elementary Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Développement des connaissances de base (prononciation, vocabulaire, grammaire). Identification et compréhension du sujet, des faits et des idées principales et secondaires dans des textes oraux et écrits. Pratique d échanges oraux simples. Initiation à l expression écrite.Development of basic language knowledge (pronunciation, vocabulary, grammar). Identification and understanding of topic, facts, and the main and supporting ideas of oral and written texts. Practice in simple oral exchanges. Introduction to written expression.
Ces crédits excluent ceux de ESL1211. Les auditeurs ne sont pas admis.These credits exclude those of ESL1211. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL1112 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveau élémentaire II/Oral and Written Communication in English as a Second Language: Elementary Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Développement de la compréhension de l oral et de l écrit. Éléments pertinents du code linguistique (vocabulaire et structures grammaticales). Pratique de conversations simples, des règles de base de l expression écrite et de la prise de notes.Development of oral and written comprehension. Relevant vocabulary and grammatical structures. Practice in simple conversation, basic writing skills and note-taking.
Prerequisite: ESL1111 or equivalent. These credits exclude those of ESL1211. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL1113 Grammaire anglaise pour étudiants en langue seconde : niveau élémentaire/ English Grammar for Second Language Learners : Elementary level (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Introduction to and practice with the fundamental elements of the English verb system, question formation, adjectives, and pronouns. Auditors are not permitted.
Prerequisite: ESL1112 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL1211 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveaux élémentaires I et II / Oral and Written Communication in English as a Second Language: Elementary Levels I and II (8,0,0) 6 cr.
Integration of ESL1111 and ESL 1112 in one semester. See these two course descriptions for content.
These credits exclude those of ESL1111, ESL1112. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL1251 Anglais oral et écrit 6 cr.
 
Réservé aux étudiants et étudiantes du programme de bourses.
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ESL2111 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveau intermédiaire I/Oral and Written Communicatio n in English as a Second Language: Intermediate Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Comprehension of varied written and oral texts. Development of note-taking skills. Written expression at the sentence and paragraph levels. Oral communication through guided conversation and short presentations. Further development of grammatical knowledge.
Prerequisite: ESL1113 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2112 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveau intermédiaire II/Oral and Written Communication in English as a Second Language: Intermediate Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Compréhension de l'oral et de l'écrit à partir de textes variés d'intérêt général ou universitaire. Expression écrite au niveau du paragraphe et du texte. Développement de l'expression orale à partir de discussions et d exposés. Consolidation des connaissances grammaticales. Comprehension of general and academic written and oral texts. Written expression at the paragraph and text levels. Development of oral communication through discussions and presentations. Consolidation of grammatical knowledge.
Prerequisite: ESL2111 or equivalent. These credits exclude those of ESL2211. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2113 Grammaire anglaise pour étudiants en langue seconde : niveau intermédiaire / English Grammar for Second Language Learners: Intermediate Level 3 cr.
Introduction to and practice with the English verb system, determiners, prepositions, pronouns and basic word order.
Prerequisite: ESL1113 or equivalent. May be taken concurrently with ESL2111, ESL2112 or ESL2211. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2121 Reading and Writing Skills for Second Language Learners : Advanced Level (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development of reading skills as a basis for writing a variety of texts. Refinement of grammatical and vocabulary knowledge.
Prerequisite: ESL2112 or ESL2211 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2122 Listening and Speaking Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development and refinement of listening skills as a basis for oral communication. Introduction to critical listening. Practice in note-taking. Production of extended oral texts. Use of formal and informal registers. Refinement of vocabulary, grammar use and pronunciation skills.
Prerequisite: ESL2112 or ESL2211 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2181 Adjunct Language Course in ESL: Receptive Skills (1.5,0,0) 3 cr.
Adjunct language course to a 3-credit discipline-specific course, taken in English by non-native speakers of English. Emphasis on development of comprehension skills (listening and reading) while acquiring knowledge and expertise in the discipline. Examination questions in the discipline-specific course may be answered in either English or French; however, all tests and assignments in the language class must be done in English.
Prerequisite: ESL2121 or ESL2122 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted. See Department for details.
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ESL2211 Communication orale et écrite en anglais langue seconde : niveaux intermédiaires I et II / Oral and Written Communication in English as a Second Language: Intermediate Levels I and II (8,0,0) 6 cr.
Integration of ESL2111 and ESL2112 in one semester. See these two course descriptions for content.
Prerequisite: ESL1112 or ESL1211 or equivalent. These credits exclude those of ESL2111, ESL2112. Auditors or not permitted.
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ESL2251 Anglais oral et écrit : 2e cours 6 cr.
 
Réservé aux étudiants du programme de bourses.
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ESL2331 Listening Skills for Second Language Learners: Advance d Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development of listening strategies and skills. Systematic exposure to a variety of text types and accents in formal and informal English. Practice in understanding lectures and taking notes. Development of critical listening.
Prerequisite: ESL2122 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2341 Reading Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Refinement of reading skills and strategies. Introduction to critical reading. Study of extended texts (articles, book chapters).
Prerequisite: ESL2121 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2351 Oral Communication Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development of skills for fluent and accurate oral language use in a wide range of situations. Development of conversation management and self-correction skills. Refinement of vocabulary and grammar use and pronunciation skills.
Prerequisite: ESL2122 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2361 Writing Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development and organization of expository prose in formal English. Practice in achieving appropriateness and accuracy of expression; vocabulary development.
Prerequisite: ESL2121 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2371 English Grammar for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level I (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Parts of speech and their functions; English verb system; compound and complex sentences.
Prerequisite: ESL2121 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL2372 English Pronunciation for Second Language Speakers (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Improvement of pronunciation, focusing on articulation of sounds, stress, intonation and rhythm. Development of self-correction strategies. Individual practice.
Prerequisite: ESL2112 or ESL2211 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3100 Second Language Proficiency: Practice and Assessment 3 cr.
Diagnostic and strategy development exercises in listening comprehension, reading comprehension, academic writing and oral communication skills at high-intermediate and advanced levels of proficiency. A proficiency profile certificate is issued upon successful completion of a series of tests.
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ESL3165 Advanced English for EFL/ESL Teaching: Theory 3 cr.
Development of specialized language skills for the study of EFL/ESL methodology and curriculum design. Introduction of theoretical concepts, principles and terminology. Analysis of language conventions related to the teaching of listening and reading skills and grammatical concepts.
Reserved for students in the Advanced English and EFL Pedagogy Certificate Program.
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ESL3166 Advanced English for EFL/ESL Teaching: Practice 3 cr.
Development of specialized language skills for EFL/ESL teaching practice. Analysis and practice of language conventions related to classroom management and teaching methodology with an emphasis on speaking and writing instruction. Observation and analysis of language use by experienced teachers in ESL classrooms. Development of a Special Project (ESL 0111).
Reserved for students in the Advanced English and EFL Pedagogy Certificate Program.
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ESL3181 Adjunct Language Course in ESL: Productive Skills (1.5,0,0) 3 cr.
Adjunct language course to a 3-credit discipline-specific course taken in English by non-native speakers of English. Development of proficiency and confidence in written and oral communication skills while acquiring knowledge and expertise in the discipline. Examination questions in the discipline-specific course may be answered in either English or French; however, all tests and assignments in the language class must be done in English.
Prerequisites: (ESL2181, ESL2351) or (ESL2181, ESL2361) or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted. See Department for details.
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ESL3341 Reading Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development of critical reading skills. Study of genres, writing styles and literary devices.
Prerequisite: ESL2341 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3351 Oral Communication Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Development of skills for making formal oral presentations, leading discussions and responding to questions, taking part in seminars, and participating in debates. Development of self-correction strategies.
Prerequisite: ESL2351 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3361 Writing Skills for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Practice in academic essay writing. Preparation of research papers, proper acknowledgment of sources and editing skills. Grammatical refinement and advanced vocabulary development.
Prerequisite: ESL2361 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3363 English Administrative Writing for Second Language Learners (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Practice in business and administrative writing: letters, memoranda, reports, formal proposals, instructions, minutes, agendas, and résumés.
Prerequisite: ESL2361 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3371 English Grammar for Second Language Learners: Advanced Level II (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Grammatical characteristics of formal and informal English in speech and writing. Review of fundamental grammatical concepts. Sentence combining and paraphrasing. Paragraph writing. Recognition of errors in style and structure.
Prerequisite: ESL2371 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL3373 Vocabulary Development for Second Language Learners (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Systematic development of academic vocabulary. Word formation rules (roots and affixes). Word origins. Grouping of lexical items. Appropriate use of words in context.
Prerequisites: ESL2121, ESL2122 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL4181 Adjunct Language Course in ESL: Oral Communication (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Adjunct English for academic purposes course for non-native speakers of English taken concurrently with two 3 credits 3000-or 4000-level discipline-specific courses (different from those taken in conjunction with ESL4381). Oral presentations, roundtable discussions and debates related to the two discipline-specific courses (from same or different disciplines). Focus on linguistic accuracy. Refinement of linguistic competence through the study of relevant models of academic speech and debate. Assignments for the discipline-specific courses may not be used for credit in the language courses and vice-versa.
Prerequisites: ESL2351, ESL3181 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted. See Department for details.
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ESL4375 The Cultural Dimension of Communication in a Second Language (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Study of Canadian English cultural norms and their manifestations in oral and written communication. Applications.
Prerequisites: ESL2351, ESL2361 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted.
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ESL4381 Adjunct Language Course in ESL: Written Communication (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Adjunct English for academic purposes course for non-native speakers of English taken concurrently with two 3000-or 4000-level discipline-specific courses (different than those taken in conjunction with ESL 4181). Writing of research reports and academic articles related to the two discipline-specific courses (from same or different disciplines). Focus on linguistic accuracy. Refinement of linguistic competence through the study of relevant models of written academic texts. Assignments for the discipline-based courses may not be submitted for credit in the language course and vice-versa.
Prerequisites: ESL2361, ESL3181 or equivalent. Auditors are not permitted. See Department for details.
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ESL4391 From Language to Literature (3,0,0) 3 cr.
Introduction to various literary genres using short selections from English literature (essays, short stories, novel excerpts, poetry). Reading comprehension and introduction to literary analysis. Discussions and oral presentations. Writing short critiques and longer essays. Vocabulary development and refinement of use of complex grammatical structures as well as of writing style.
Prerequisites: ESL 2351, ESL 2361. Auditors are not permitted.
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