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ESOL Strategies for College Success (FYST 1015)
Total Credits:
2
Lecture Credits:
2
Description:
This course provides English speakers of other languages (ESOL) with specific skills needed to accomplish their academic and personal goals. Through lectures, discussion, group exercises, videos, and career-exploration activities, you are introduced to a variety of topics necessary for success in school and employment. These topics include, but are not limited to: organizational techniques, time management, note taking, critical thinking, test taking strategies and learning styles.
Topical Outline:
1. Introduction to College Structure and Expectations
2. Navigating College Systems and Resources
3. Learning Approaches, Communication Skills and Critical Thinking
4. Goal Setting, Academic Planning, and Career Pathways
Learning Outcomes:
1. Describe the components of a college structure including but not limited to the environment, code of conduct and registration process
2. Identify campus resources and demonstrate how to effectively utilize the resources, including, but not limited to career and academic planning and financial literacy
3. Compare and contrast the diverse needs and values of students at Minneapolis College and the larger community
4. Apply critical thinking study skills, test taking strategies and time management techniques in the college journey
5. Identify the differences between college & high school learning environments
Prerequisites:
Placement into ESOL 0031
MnTC:
Goal 2