ESL 1 is a non-credit, open enrollment course to help students learn very basic English vocabulary, reading, and writing skills. Students who demonstrate proficiency in ESL can read, write and say the letters of the alphabet; can write their name, address and date; and can ask simple questions, and speak statements of basic needs. Instruction includes individual, pair, and group work. Conversations help students become able to ask and answer questions about many aspects of functional everyday life.