… English as Second Language Descriptions … English as Second Language Descriptions … English as a Second Language is to assist non-native … assist students improve their English skills and also prepare students for future transfer to a credit English class. Our goal is to facilitate English language learning and intercultural understanding in a supportive, and respectful environment. … skills. Listening focuses on comprehension of oral instructions and questions, high-frequency vocabulary in context, and main ideas and details in conversations and class lectures. Speaking focuses on the clear pronunciation of common words and …