ALI 100 Special Topics in English as a Second Language Credits: 1-6

A course designed to address the specific needs of an individual student or group of students studying English as a Second Language. In addition to targeting English skills, the course may address topics or skills which are not covered in the standard Academic English curriculum of the Applied Language Institute. This course will accommodate individual students or groups of students studying at the Institute for periods of time other than the standard semester length. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

ALI 101 Basic Writing & Grammar for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of survival level sentence structures and words. Does not count toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval

ALI 102 Basic Reading and Vocabulary for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of fundamental fluency in reading to meet the basic needs of everyday life and classroom interactions. Does not count toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval

ALI 103 Basic Speaking & Listening for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of speaking and listening for survival-level functions in English. Does not count toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval

ALI 111 Novice Writing & Grammar for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of written communication for non-native speakers of English including handwriting, spelling, capitalization, and punctuation. Frequent short exercises emphasize basic sentence structure, biographical description, and completion of standard forms. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 112 Novice Reading & Vocabulary for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of reading for non-native speakers of English with basic English vocabulary in context. Exercises focus on reading comprehension, identifying the topics of short readings, and the introduction of basic dictionary skills. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 113 Novice Speaking & Listening for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of oral communication for non-native speakers of English. Exercises include the development of oral competency in everyday social contexts. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 121 Intermediate Writing & Grammar for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of developing paragraphs and essays of different organizational structures for non-native speakers of English. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 122 Intermediate Reading & Vocabulary for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of reading narrative and expository texts for non-native speakers of English. Exercises focus on the development of vocabulary and reading techniques such as identification of topics and main ideas, skimming, scanning, prediction, and inference. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 123 Intermediate Speaking & Listening for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of oral communication for non-native speakers of English in environments such as the classroom, work, and social occasions. Exercises focus on both the speaking and listening aspects of communicative competency in English. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 131 Advanced Writing & Grammar for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of written Standard English in academic contexts for non-native speakers of English. Exercises emphasize critical thinking and research skills, fluency and accuracy in academic writing, and mastery of grammar features for clear written communication. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 132 Advanced Reading & Vocabulary for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

This course prepares non-native speakers of English for addressing academic reading materials through the development of a conscious and reflective approach toward reading. It emphasizes reading skills of interpretation, inference, critical analysis, evaluation, and application. Exercises include effective study skills and collaborative academic work. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 133 Advanced Speaking & Listening for Non-Native Speakers Credits: 1-4

The study and practice of Standard English for non-native speakers of English, particularly in academic contexts. Exercises include formal (classroom presentation) and informal (conversation) English speaking, and practice in academic lecture comprehension and note-taking. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 151 English Writing for Graduate Level Study Credits: 1-4

This course is designed for international students who intend to enroll in graduate level courses. Courses at this level should match the rigor and academic expectations of most graduate courses. The difference between graduate level writing at the ALI and other graduate courses at UMKC is that this level raises students’ awareness of the academic language and culture that are often embedded in graduate courses. The difference between graduate level writing and other ALI courses is that there is less emphasis on English language skill building. Students are expected to identify their linguistically weak areas and improve them autonomously. This course does not count for credit towards graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 153 English Speaking for Graduate Level Study Credits: 1-4

This course is designed for international students who intend to enroll in graduate level courses. Courses at this level should match the rigor and academic expectations of most graduate courses. The difference between graduate level speaking at the ALI and other graduate courses at UMKC is that this level raises students’ awareness of the academic language and culture that are often embedded in graduate courses. The difference between graduate level speaking and other ALI courses is that there is less emphasis on English language skill building. Students are expected to identify their linguistically weak areas and improve them autonomously. This course does not count for credit towards graduation.

Prerequisites: Applied Language Institute Approval.

ALI 160 English Support for International Students Credits: 3

This course prepares students to deal effectively with the language and academic culture of undergraduate coursework at an American university. Discussion and exercises emphasize fluency in producing oral and written academic discourse in Standard English. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Admittance to the Paseo Program

ALI 161 Academic Writing Support for International Students Credits: 2

Course discussion and exercises emphasize fluency and accuracy in written academic discourse in Standard English as well as critical thinking and research skills. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Admitted to Paseo Program.

Co-requisites: ENGLISH 110.

ALI 162 Academic Reading Support for International Students Credits: 2

This course focuses on preparing students to deal effectively with academic reading materials by guiding them in the development of a conscious and reflective approach toward reading. It emphasizes advanced reading skills of interpretation, inference, critical analysis, evaluation, and application. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Admitted to Paseo Program.

Co-requisites: COMM-ST 209.

ALI 163 Oral Communication Skills for International Students Credits: 2

The study and practice of oral communicative competency in Standard English, particularly in the college classroom. Exercises include training in formal classroom presentation and informal English speaking. This course carries no credit toward graduation.

Prerequisites: Admitted to Paseo Program.

Co-requisites: COMM-ST 110.