ESOLLANG 197: Directed Study
Supervised work with an individual faculty member.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Geda, K. (PI)
ESOLLANG 397: Directed Study
Supervised work with an individual faculty member.
Last offered: Spring 2025
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
for credit
ESOLLANG 686A: Academic Speaking and Listening
Online Only. Taken in conjunction with
EFSLANG 686B. Focuses on oral/aural skills in the context of university study in the United States; an online program for those beginning a graduate program in the US, especially those at Stanford. The main purpose of this program is to prepare students for the graduate experience common to universities in the US, improving their spoken English as well as familiarizing them with some of the most important aspects of success in universities.
| Units: 3
ESOLLANG 686B: Academic Writing and Reading
Online Only. Taken in conjunction with
EFSLANG 686A. Focuses on written/reading skills in the context of university study in the United States; an online program for those beginning a graduate program in the US, especially those at Stanford. The main purpose of this program is to prepare students for the graduate experience common to universities in the US, improving their written English as well as familiarizing them with some of the most important aspects of success in universities.
| Units: 3
ESOLLANG 689T: Interacting in California's Vineyard Culture
Focuses on communicative skills in the context of California's renowned wine culture. Emphasis on the language of wine using appropriate terminology, and interacting knowledgeably with restaurant and retail wine staff. Topics include learning the fundamentals of vineyard techniques, varietal characteristics, tasting techniques, drinking and ordering etiquette. Course is co-taught by a wine expert and an ESOL instructor. Class consists of a short interactive lecture, a communicative activity such as role playing, and a tasting of four specially selected wines. Participants must be at least 21 years old. Fee.
Terms: Sum
| Units: 2
| Repeatable
for credit
Instructors:
Geda, K. (PI)
ESOLLANG 690A: Interacting in English
Strategies for communicating effectively in social and academic settings. Informal and formal language used in campus settings, including starting and maintaining conversations, asking questions, making complaints, and contributing ideas and opinions. Simulations and discussions, with feedback on pronunciation, grammar, and usage.
Terms: Win, Spr
| Units: 1-3
Instructors:
Lockwood, R. (PI)
;
Streichler, S. (PI)
ESOLLANG 690B: Academic Discussion
Skills for effective participation in classroom settings, seminars, and research group meetings. Pronunciation, grammar, and appropriateness for specific tasks. Feedback on language and communication style. May be repeated once for credit. Prerequisite:
EFSLANG 690A or consent of instructor.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 6 units total)
Instructors:
Lockwood, R. (PI)
;
Streichler, S. (PI)
ESOLLANG 690C: Advanced Interacting in English
Communication skills for extended discourse, such as storytelling and presenting supported arguments. Development of interactive listening facility and overall intelligibility and accuracy. The goal is advanced fluency in classroom, professional, and social settings. Identification of and attention to individual patterned errors. May be repeated once for credit. Enrollment limited to 14.
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 6 units total)
ESOLLANG 691: Oral Presentation
For advanced graduate students. Practice in academic presentation skills; strategy, design, organization, and use of visual aids. Focus is on improving fluency and delivery style, with videotaping for feedback on language accuracy and usage. May be repeated once for credit.
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr
| Units: 1-3
| Repeatable
2 times
(up to 6 units total)
Instructors:
Streichler, S. (PI)
;
Wang, D. (PI)
ESOLLANG 691S: Oral Presentation
For advanced graduate students. Practice in academic presentation skills: strategy, design, organization, and use of visual aids. The focus is on improving fluency and delivery style, with video recording for language accuracy and usage feedback. Fulfills the requirement for
ESOLLANG 691.
| Units: 2