American Language (AMLA)
AMLA 1A College Composition for Non-Native English Speakers
4 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation
Lecture: 72
Prerequisite: ENGL 68 or AMLA 90 or appropriate placement
Engages non-native English students in the reading and writing process with emphasis on college-level reading, critical analysis, research skills, and expository and argumentative composition mindful of purpose and audience while developing an awareness of fundamental principles of cultural competence and linguistic awareness that are inherent in language learning. Students may only earn credit for one: AMLA 1A, ENGL 1A, or ENGL 1AM.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41207 | AMLA:1A | TR | 10:45am - 12:50pm | A. Bruins | 66-246 |
Spring 2022 | 41208 | AMLA:1A | TR | 7:00pm - 8:15pm | A. Pulido | ONLINE-SYNCH |
AMLA 21S Accent Reduction
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36
Pronunciation for non-native speakers with emphasis on analysis of individual strengths and weaknesses. Focus on improving articulation, stress, intonation patterns, and listening.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41211 | AMLA:21S | MW | 9:45am - 11:50am | A. Pulido | 66-209 |
AMLA 24 Idiomatic English
2 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 36
Advisory: Eligibility for AMLA 42W
Intermediate course in the study of idiomatic language, including common American idioms and proverbs, as used in everyday language situations.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41214 | AMLA:24 | TR | 12:00pm - 1:05pm | NotEntered-XXXX |
AMLA 31R American Language Basic Reading
4 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72
Advisory: Eligibility for AMLA 41W
Basic reading and vocabulary for non-native speakers.
AMLA 32R American Language Intermediate Reading
4 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72
Advisory: Eligibility for AMLA 42W
Intermediate reading and vocabulary for non-native speakers.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41221 | AMLA:32R | MW | 1:00pm - 3:05pm | NotEntered-XXXX | |
Spring 2022 | 44739 | AMLA:32R | M | 1:00pm - 2:30pm | ONLINE-SYNCH |
AMLA 33R American Language Advanced Reading
4 Units (Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72
Advisory: Eligibility for AMLA 43W
Advanced reading and vocabulary for non-native speakers.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41222 | AMLA:33R | T | 8:00am - 9:15am | E. Casian | ONLINE-SYNCH |
Spring 2022 | 41226 | AMLA:33R | T | 7:00pm - 8:05pm | A. Cortez | ONLINE-SYNCH |
AMLA 42W American Language Intermediate Writing
4 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 72
Prerequisite: Satisfactory score on the English Placement Test or successful completion of AMLA 41W or noncredit ESL Level 5 or 6 or VESL
Advisory: AMLA 32R taken prior or concurrently
Intermediate grammar and writing for non-native speakers.
AMLA 70 Basic to Intermediate Writing and Reading
5 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 90
Advisory: Placement recommendation into AMLA 70 or completion of ESL Level 4
Basic to intermediate level accelerated writing and reading for non-native speakers with an emphasis on preparation for academic writing, critical thinking, and vocabulary development.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41231 | AMLA:70 | MW | 9:45am - 12:20pm | E. Casian | 66-246 |
AMLA 80 Intermediate to Advanced Writing and Reading
5 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 90
Advisory: Completion of AMLA 70, placement recommendation into AMLA 80, or completion of ESL Levels 5, or ESL 6, or VESL
Intermediate to advanced accelerated writing and reading for non-native speakers with an emphasis on preparation for academic writing, critical thinking, and vocabulary development.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41236 | AMLA:80 | TR | 8:00am - 10:35am | C. Bellanca | 66-246 |
Spring 2022 | 41238 | AMLA:80 | MW | 7:00pm - 9:35pm | A. Pulido | ONLINE-SYNCH |
Spring 2022 | 41239 | AMLA:80 | MW | 9:45am - 12:20pm | E. Casian | 66-246 |
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
Advisory: AMLA 80
Formerly AMLA 22S
Enhances ability of non-native speakers to communicate in personal and academic situations. Emphasis on grammatical accuracy and sophistication as well as increasing confidence in communication.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41215 | AMLA:82 | MW | 12:00pm - 1:05pm | NotEntered-XXXX |
AMLA 90 Accelerated Writing for English Language Learners
5 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 90
Prerequisite: AMLA 80 or eligibility for AMLA 90
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41243 | AMLA:90 | MW | 9:45am - 12:20pm | B. Mezaki | 66-222 |
Spring 2022 | 41245 | AMLA:90 | M | 7:00pm - 9:35pm | A. Bruins | 66-222 |
Spring 2022 | 41250 | AMLA:90 | T | 8:00am - 9:15am | B. Mezaki | ONLINE-SYNCH |
Spring 2022 | 41255 | AMLA:90 | T | 10:45am - 1:20pm | A. Cortez | 66-222 |
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: AMLA 90
Formerly AMLA 23S
Enhances the ability of non-native speakers to listen effectively and speak formally. Emphasis is on note taking, outlining, organizing speeches, and verbal articulation of ideas.
Term | CRN | Course Title | Day | Time | Instructor | Location |
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Spring 2022 | 41213 | AMLA:92 | MW | 9:45am - 11:50am | A. Pulido | 66-209 |