The year-long course is tailored for English Learners at an intermediate proficiency Level 3 who are refining their academic language skills to achieve full success in grade-level coursework. This course focuses on enhancing students’ ability to effectively comprehend and produce complex academic language while strengthening their reading, writing, speaking, and listening abilities.
Through engaging, content-rich instruction, students will deepen their understanding of advanced vocabulary, grammatical structures, and language functions necessary for academic success. The curriculum integrates cross-disciplinary themes to build confidence and fluency in academic communication.
Key areas of focus include:
• Mastering higher-level academic vocabulary and understanding nuanced language use.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex texts, including fiction, nonfiction, and technical materials.
• Writing multi-paragraph essays and responses with clarity, organization, and detailed evidence.
• Practicing advanced speaking and listening skills in structured academic discussions and presentations.
• Applying critical thinking and language skills to problem-solving and collaborative activities across content areas.
This course provides structured support for students transitioning to full academic proficiency, equipping them to actively engage in grade-level coursework with confidence and independence.
Through engaging, content-rich instruction, students will deepen their understanding of advanced vocabulary, grammatical structures, and language functions necessary for academic success. The curriculum integrates cross-disciplinary themes to build confidence and fluency in academic communication.
Key areas of focus include:
• Mastering higher-level academic vocabulary and understanding nuanced language use.
• Analyzing and interpreting complex texts, including fiction, nonfiction, and technical materials.
• Writing multi-paragraph essays and responses with clarity, organization, and detailed evidence.
• Practicing advanced speaking and listening skills in structured academic discussions and presentations.
• Applying critical thinking and language skills to problem-solving and collaborative activities across content areas.
This course provides structured support for students transitioning to full academic proficiency, equipping them to actively engage in grade-level coursework with confidence and independence.