ESL024 ESL Advanced Reading
This reading course for English language learners includes the development of advanced skills and strategies in reading comprehension, fluency, and critical thinking; advanced academic vocabulary and the application of level-appropriate grammar and mechanics; the ability to respond to academic readings through paraphrasing, summarizing and writing short essays; and basic research skills. This course requires approximately one hour of reading lab work per week outside of class. PLEASE NOTE: This is a developmental course and DOES NOT carry graduation credit. It is NOT usually transferable. Since developmental courses are mandated, students who do not meet the exit criteria with a grade of C or higher for ESL will be required to repeat them.
Prerequisite
ESL Placement or
ESL023 ESL High Intermediate Reading Minimum Grade of: C