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Test Preparation Classes
SAT Prep Course: Verbal & Reading Comprehension
Helps develop test-taking skills and strategies through exercises in vocabulary, reading, writing and grammar. Covers comprehension of short and long passages, analysis of fiction and nonfiction writings, SAT-type vocabulary, and recognition of grammatical errors in sentence and paragraph structure. No actual composition writing is involved; see separate Essay Writing course below. All questions are multiple-choice. Book included.
YTH 9186 / Length: 9 hours
Cost: Sponsoring $159; Non-Sponsoring $199
| CRN 1933 | Thursdays Jan. 31-Feb. 28 |
7:45-9:35 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 2977 | Saturdays March 2-April 6 |
11:45 a.m.-1:35 p.m. | Marple |
SAT Prep Course: Math
Covers math, algebra and geometry with emphasis on problem solving and interpretation of data. Book included.
YTH 9187 / Length: 9 hours
Cost: Sponsoring $159; Non-sponsoring $199
| CRN 1932 | Thursdays Jan. 31-Feb. 28 |
5:50-7:40 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 2976 | Saturday March 2-April 6 |
9:50-11:40 a.m. | Marple |
Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS®) Prep
The Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) measures basic essential skills in the academic content areas of reading, mathematics, science and English and language usage. The objectives assessed on the TEAS exam are those which nurse educators deemed most appropriate and relevant to measure entry-level academic readiness of nursing program applicants. Book is included.
CAR 4123 / Length 16 hours
Cost: $225
| CRN 3056 | Tues & Thurs April 2-25 |
6-8 p.m. | Marple |
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Prep Course
Skill-building practice in listening, speaking, reading and writing for students registering for the TOEFL exam. Also provides test-taking strategies. This is a test-preparation course for students who are already fluent in English. Does not include instruction in ESL. Book included. No class 3/11-3/16.
CAR 3311 / Length: 48 hours
Cost: $375
| CRN 229 | Tuesdays & Thursdays January 15-March 28 |
8:05-10:05 p.m. | Marple |
ESL
English as a Second Language
Provides beginning, intermediate and advanced instruction in listening, speaking, reading and writing English. Students are grouped according to their current ability after assessment process at the first class. All levels may not be available at every location. Book with CD included. NOTE: Students will all be tested on the first night of class. The results will place students in qualifying levels: beginners, intermediate, or advanced. Classes will begin the week after testing. No class 11/22.
CSP 5021 / Length: 40 hours
Cost: $349
| CRN 2090 Mandatory Placement Test 1/15 |
Tues & Thurs Jan. 22-April 2 |
8:05-10:05 p.m. | Marple |
| CRN 1164 Mandatory Placement Test 2/12 |
Tues & Thurs Feb. 19-April 30 |
7-9 p.m. | Upper Darby |
| CRN 2898 Manadtory Placement Test 2/23 |
Saturdays March 2-May 18 |
8:45 a.m.-Noon | Pennocks |
| CRN 2339 Mandatory Placement Test 3/18 |
Mon & Wed March 25-May 22 |
7-9 p.m. | Exton |
Online Intermediate Level ESL
This online course provides instruction at an intermediate/high level in reading, writing, listening, speaking, and grammar, all while learning about the “Great City of Philadelphia”. To see if this course is right for you take an assessment online at www.dccc.edu/esl-review.
CSP 9332 / Length: 40 hours
Cost: $349
| CRN 2782 | Jan. 22-April 30 | Online |
Elementary Grammar for Foreign Students
Learn and practice your grammar skills in this high beginning multi-skills course incorporating listening, speaking, reading, and writing activities focused on everyday life. Book included. Upon successful completion of this course, you may be eligible for three academic credits.
CSP 5268 / Length: 45 hours
Cost: $369
| CRN 1313 | Mon & Wed Jan. 23-April 17 |
8:05-10:05 p.m. | Marple |
Conversational English
Helps high-level ESL speakers advance their communication skills even further in order to function in an English- speaking environment. Students participate in oral presentations, role-playing, debates, reading activities and group discussions. Not for beginning speakers. No class 11/21.
CSP 5241 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $285
| CRN 1633 | Wednesdays April 3-May 22 |
6-8:30 p.m. | Upper Darby |
Pronunciation for ESL Students
Assists high-intermediate to advanced students from a variety of language backgrounds, who are capable of following class instruction and motivated to practice in and out of class, to improve their pronunciation of Standard American English. Utilizes tapes and text to study vowels and consonants, phrases and sentences, and includes listening, practice, and completion of homework assignments.
CSP 5258 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $285
| CRN 1037 | Wednesdays Feb. 13-April 24 |
7-9 p.m. | Marple |
Writing for Foreign Students Learning English
Helps those who speak English as a second language to think and write in English. Grammar is taught along with basic writing skills. A speaking knowledge of English is required. No class the week of 3/13-3/18.
CSP 5232 / Length: 20 hours
Cost: $225
| CRN 1934 | Thursdays Jan. 17-March 28 |
6-8 p.m. | Marple |
