In this course, students learn to write and speak more fluently and accurately in English. Writing activities focus on sentence and paragraph development through simple narrative and descriptive essays and personal correspondence. Readings serve as a basis for developing vocabulary, ideas, and writing models. Speaking activities include conversation practice, communicating over the phone, making small talk, giving and following directions, and short presentations. Pronunciation guidance is incorporated in all activities. Students need to be in levels 3-5 to take this course.