American Language (AMLA)
AmLa 93 - Colloquial American English for ELLs
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36
Prerequisite: (May be taken concurrently)
Advanced course in the study of colloquial English, including common American idioms and proverbs, slang, professionalisms, body language, language-appropriate communication, online English, and jargon, as used in everyday language situations to understand American intelligibility in a variety of informal settings.
AMLA 83 - Idiomatic English
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass
Lecture: 36
Advisory: Eligibility for
Intermediate course in the study of idiomatic language, including common American
idioms and proverbs, as used in everyday language situations.
AMLA 92 - American Language Formal Speaking
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass
Lecture: 36
Advisory: Eligibility for
Enhances the ability of English language learners to listen effectively and speak
formally. Emphasis is on note taking, outlining, organizing speeches, and verbal articulation
of ideas.
AMLA 82 - American Language Interpersonal Communication
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass
Lecture: 36
Enhances ability of English language learners to communicate in personal and academic
situations. Emphasis on grammatical accuracy and sophistication as well as increasing
confidence in communication.
AMLA 72 - Pronunciation for English Language Learners (ELLs)
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass
Lecture: 36
Pronunciation for English language learners with emphasis on analysis of individual
strengths and weaknesses. Focus on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns,
and listening.