English Language Studies - Modesto Junior College

English Language Studies from Modesto Junior College is a Campus Associate English degree that prepares you for a Liberal Arts career. Even though English is widely spoken in much of the world, many things are lost in translation. Learning another language opens the mind to new ideas and new ways of looking at the world. Speaking more than one language enables you to explore other people?s culture, and in turn, it helps you to understand your own. On a more practical level, speaking more than one language is a skill which will increase your marketability in today?s global market. Schools and employers tend to prefer candidates who can utilize more than one language. Students who complete the AA in University Preparation: Emphasis in Language Studies will enhance their communication abilities, cultural awareness, and critical thinking skills in English as well as one or two other languages. To earn this degree , the student must complete a minimum of 20 units from the following course list in addition to the CSUGE or IGETC pattern. Prospective transfer majors should consult with a counselor to select the appropriate GE pattern. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon satisfactory completion of this program, you will be able to: Write expository and argumentative papers Examine the connections between culture and communication Synthesize ideas and develop conclusions in multiple languages Engage in conversation and written correspondence in multiple languages View more details on Modesto Junior College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related English courses.