• a desktop or a laptop computer
• Windows 10 or Mac OS X 10.12 (Sierra) or newer operating systems
• a webcam (to participate in classes and take exams)
• speakers
• minimum internet speed of 500 kB/s

For most online courses, live sessions will connect you to classrooms at K-State's Manhattan campus to meet with your teachers and other students. It is very important to attend every live class session. Check your K-State email and Canvas classes often for current information.

Online students have access to the same support and resources as on-campus students. Advising, tutoring, and help with testing are only a few examples of the services available to you. Learn about Online Student Support from Global Campus and check out the ELP Student Handbook.

Intermediate English II (DAS 150) is graded on a Credit/No Credit system. This class will not affect a student's Grade Point Average (GPA).

DAS 150 Listening (3 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students at the intermediate level to develop academic English listening skills for comprehending, discussing, and taking notes from simplified lectures.

The workbook for this class can be downloaded for free here. (pdf)

DAS 150 Speaking (3 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students at the intermediate level to enhance their speaking skills for personal and academic situations.

DAS 150 Reading and Vocabulary (6 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students at the intermediate level to expand their academic reading skills and acquire academic vocabulary.

DAS 150 Written Communication (6 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students at the intermediate level to improve grammar usage and to enhance their academic writing skills in English.

Fast Track is a special placement that is offered for students who qualify for Advanced English I (Exit Level) in three skill areas. These students will take three Advanced English I (DAS 15X) courses and one Intermediate English II (DAS 150) course.

Advanced English I classes (DAS 151, 152, 153, & 154) are graded according to the University's letter grade system (A, B, C, D, and F). These classes will affect a student's undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA). For this reason, students are only allowed to enroll in 9 credit hours of these classes during the summers.

DAS 151 Speaking (3 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students to develop advanced English speaking skills for personal and academic situations necessary for success in an American university.

DAS 152 Written Communication (6 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students to develop advanced English academic writing skills incorporating more complex grammatical structures necessary for success in an American university.

DAS 153 Reading and Vocabulary (6 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students to develop advanced English academic reading and vocabulary skills necessary for success in an American university.

DAS 154 Listening (3 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students to develop advanced English academic listening skills necessary for success in an American university.

Fast Track is a special placement that is offered for students who qualify for Advanced English I (Exit Level) in three skill areas. These students will take three Advanced English I (DAS 15X) courses and one Intermediate English II (DAS 150) course.

Advanced English II classes (DAS 163 and 166) are graded according to the University's letter grade system (A, B, C, D, and F). These classes will affect a student's undergraduate Grade Point Average (GPA). For this reason, students are only allowed to enroll in 9 credit hours of these classes during the summers.

DAS 163 Reading and Vocabulary (3 credit hours)

The goal of this course is for students to develop advanced English academic reading and vocabulary skills necessary for success in an American university.

DAS 166 Writing (3 credit hours)

The goal of this advanced English course is for students who are transitioning to the university to refine their academic writing skills.