Academic ESOL Reading (ESOL 054)

Develops the reading necessary for success in ENGL 101 and other college courses. Students become active readers by using a variety of strategies to comprehend course texts and formulate critical responses through writing and speaking. Through both intensive and extensive reading, students make connections to academic disciplines and their personal experiences. Students further expand and develop academic vocabulary, study skills, research skills, and multimedia literacy. Disciplinary literacy is developed through thematic course content that reflects the diversity of the student population, the global nature of society, and the expectations of college-level courses. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.