ESL* 166: ESL Writing & Reading VI

4 Credits
(Formerly ENG 117)
ESL*166 is an advanced writing and reading course that emphasizes essay development and writing, critical response to readings, and reading comprehension skills. Throughout the course, students create multiple writing portfolios based on authentic texts read in class. A typical portfolio consists of written answers to comprehension questions, summaries and critical responses, error logs, and essays. The course also provides an overview of higher-level syntactic structures to ensure readiness for Composition and other mainstream courses. Students enhance their academic writing, reading and critical thinking skills through peer editing, class and group discussions, presentations, and writing/reading workshops. Successful completion of this course with an “A” or “A-” will promote students to ENG* 101.
Prerequisites: “C” or better in ESL* 165 or appropriate assessment test score or permission of the instructor.
Offered: Fall, Spring