English as a Second Language course catalog
All 16 recorded UW–Madison courses in this department, including courses not offered this term. Open a course for prerequisites, historical grades and instructors.
ESL 110: Intensive English as a Second Language
Credits unavailable
Listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills for nonnative speakers of English; academically oriented. Not open to auditors
ESL 113: Essentials of Academic Reading and Writing
Credits unavailable
Improvement of listening, speaking, reading, writing and grammar skills that are essential in an academic setting. Introduction to the expectations for an undergraduate at a U.S. university.
ESL 114: Intermediate English Language Skills
3 credits
Semi-intensive course in intermediate English language skills. A multi-skills focus on reading, writing, and communication skills essential in an academic setting. Not open to auditors
ESL 115: Grammar for Academic Use
3 credits
A review of English grammar through intensive written and oral practice to promote accurate and appropriate language use for students who have already studied grammar extensively and need to refine the ability to produce acceptable academic English. Not open to auditors
ESL 116: Academic Reading and Vocabulary Skills
3 credits
Reading strategies for academic work; reading with increased comprehension and speed, vocabulary expansion, and summary writing. Not open to auditors.
ESL 117: Academic Writing I
3 credits
Basic elements of academic writing, emphasizing improved fluency and accuracy, paragraph structure, summarizing and paraphrasing, short essays, and a final research project. Not open to auditors.
ESL 118: Academic Writing II
3 credits
Academic writing, critical reading and argumentation, documentation, and style and organization of research papers; oral communication skills for effective class participation and presentations. Not open to auditors.
ESL 200: Academic and Professional Speaking Skills for English Language Learners
2 credits
Practice in informal and formal English communication skills essential in academic and professional settings, including formal presentations, discussions, and interviews.
ESL 328: Academic Skills Workshops
Credits unavailable
Academic skills for ESL students; workshops on skills required for effective academic communication; topics vary, but include general and discipline-specific academic skills. Intended for graduate students. Not open to auditors
ESL 343: Oral Communication Skills
3 credits
Practice in formal and informal communication skills, including listening comprehension, pronunciation, and conversational and presentation skills useful in an academic setting. Not open to auditors
ESL 344: Academic Presentations and Discussion
2–3 credits
Oral communication and presentation skills essential for participation in seminars, conferences, and other academic and professional settings. Not open to auditors
ESL 345: American English Pronunciation
1 credits
Techniques for improvement of the pronunciation of American English for non-native speakers of English. Not open to auditors
ESL 349: Academic Writing for Graduate Students
3 credits
Examine the discourse features of a discipline and complete short writing assignments on topics within the field. Covers key aspects of graduate-level academic writing, including data presentation, summarizing, critical analysis, and crafting effective results and discussion sections. Instruction also emphasizes general writing, grammar, and editing skills.
ESL 350: Professional and Academic Writing Skills
2–3 credits
Workshop approached to writing students' fields, including dissertations, articles and research reports. Also covers general writing skills, documentation and genre-specific styles. Not open to auditors
ESL 352: English for Lawyers
Credits unavailable
Opportunities to express ideas through oral presentations and formal written work. Focus on specific topics in law. Not open to auditors
ESL 370: International Ta Training
0–2 credits
Focuses on the communication skills, classroom culture, and teaching strategies essential for effective classroom teaching at an American university. Not open to auditors