ON-LINE PERSONAL ENRICHMENT COURSES
Speed Spanish
ESL - English as a Second Language
Give That Speech
GED Preparation
Fundamentals of Technical Writing
Achieving Success with Difficult People
Speed Spanish
Description:
Imagine yourself speaking, reading and writing Spanish. Now you can with Speed Spanish!
This course is designed for anyone who wants to learn Spanish pronto. You'll learn six easy
recipes for gluing Spanish words together to form sentences. In no time at all, you'll be able
to go into any Spanish speaking situation and converse in Spanish. ¡Qué Bueno!
Requirements:
Internet access, e-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer web browser.
ESL - English as a Second Language
Description:
This 6-week online course includes in-depth analysis of English grammar
for intermediate to advanced English as Second Language college students. Structure of Standard English
is explored in order to prepare the learner for regular mainstream English classes. Topics include a
review of all tenses, the use of modals, the adjective clause, the noun clause, the adverb clause, phrases,
count and non-count nouns and some English terms. The course is designed to provide students ample
opportunities to apply their knowledge to their particular areas of study throughout college and beyond.
As one of the required courses in most college ESL programs to transfer to mainstream English or to transfer
to a university, this course establishes a foundation for continuous learning and serves as a complement to
other courses the student may be taking or will take.
Requirements:
This course is designed for intermediate to advanced level ESL students. A basic
understanding of English grammar is required.
Give That Speech
Description:
Students will learn how to construct and deliver a speech that will have their audiences
listening and remembering their messages. This course assumes no prior knowledge of speech making yet provides
an overview for even seasoned speech makers. We will explore what is happening while you are giving a speech and
focus on how to meet the needs of your audience. This course walks you step by step through the speech writing
process and eases you into actually giving your completed speech.
Requirements:
Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.
GED Preparation
Description:
Want to pass the GED? If you are comfortable reading newspapers and you can add,
subtract, multiply, and divide without a calculator, you're halfway there! This course will help you develop
the additional reading and thinking skills you'll need to succeed in all five GED test areas: Writing Skills,
Social Studies, Science, Literature, and Math. After completion of this course, you should be well-equipped to
take--and pass--the GED!
Requirements:
Internet access, e-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.
Fundamentals of Technical Writing
Description:
Learn the skills you need to succeed in the well-paying field of technical writing. You'll
discover the secrets of successful technical writers, including technical writing conventions, interviewing skills,
documentation management, publishing and formatting techniques, and how to get your first job as a technical writer.
Requirements:
Internet access, e-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser, and any version of
Microsoft Word.
Achieving Success with Difficult People
Description:
Do you know people whose behavior makes completing even the simplest tasks difficult? Would you like
to learn how to have more successful relationships with difficult bosses, co-workers, students, neighbors or family
members? Join this class and get helpful information for understanding yourself, solving people problems, and improving
your relationships and personal and professional productivity.
Requirements:
Internet access, E-mail, Netscape or Internet Explorer Web browser.
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