English as a Second Language 130 - Advanced Composition

Promotes the achievement of an expert level of second language writing proficiency demanded by the university's academic community. Uses critical inquiry to explore global and local issues from multicultural perspectives as a basis for writing. Emphasizes the creation, revision, and reshaping of meaningful, clearly written texts in a variety of genres. Analyzes cultural influences on writing in different languages. Helps develop informed and independent writers.

ESL 130 is for undergraduate and graduate non-native speakers of English who are domestic or international students at the low-advanced level of English language proficiency. Students improve their basic academic writing skills, and related speaking skills, for university contexts such as General Education courses and disciplinary-specific courses. Academic English language instruction is integrated throughout the writing process, with an emphasis on a comprehensive, thorough review of grammar as a functional system of communication important for success in academic settings. Extensive individualized feedback is provided.