At CCSF, we offer credit and non-credit classes.
In Spring 2021, I will teach 3 non-credit classes, beginning and high beginning classes. Two courses are remote and one is fully online.
I have been an ESL (ESL = English as a Second Language) instructor at City College since 2000. I lived in 4 countries. As an immigrant, my goal is to help students become independent learners and productive citizens.
Let's have a productive semester!
In Spring 2021,
To register for the Non-Credit Classes, you have to currently live in California.
Non-Credit ESL Classes will be 100% remote. It means that you will login onto Canvas to get materials and learn English. You will meet your teacher in Zoom.
There are 5 ESL classes that will be 100% online. You will learn English online, but you will not meet with your teacher and classmates in Zoom every week or every day. You will be able to make appointments to talk to your teacher.
How can you learn taking remote or online courses? I invite you to get information on the "Succeeding in Online Classes" video.
First time using Canvas? First time using Zoom? On this page, you can find assistance and a helpdesk number.
Do you have other questions about taking classes? Visit our Virtual Help Counter for assistance.
Students are recommended to purchase a book. Students can borrow books and videos at the CCSF Library.
Students are recommended to use a computer with a good Internet connection.
100% Remote Courses:
a. CRN 40802 - ESLN3120 - 501. Level 1/2 (MTWR, 2:10 - 4:30)
b. CRN 40890 - ESLN3340 - 504. Level 3/4 (MTWR, 2:10 - 4:30)
100% Online Course (No weekly zoom meetings):
c. CRN 40802 - ESLN3404 High Beginning 4 Abridged
email: awu@ccsf.edu (I will respond in 24-48 hours)
Office hours: Tuesdays, by appointment
ESL Department
Downtown Center (88 4th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103)
Go to the RAM ID Portal and Login.
Username: CCSF ID, examples: W12345678 or @12345678
Your Canvas password is your RAM ID password.
Instructions for new students
Once logged in, Click on the Canvas Tile.
Shortcut: Login directly to Canvas.
Canvas Chat Support is available 24/7.
What are the real challenges encountered by both new and experienced online students, and how can you be successful? Tune into this short tutorial video to help debunk common myths about online learning.
What Makes a Successful Online Learner? Valuable tips for success and what to expect.