TransfermaticENGL at Diablo Valley College

    ENGL 123 - Critical Thinking: Writing about Literature

    Recent Professors
    Jason Jackl, Michael Colson, Michael Klieman, Pauline Vinson, Alan Haslam, Tamar Baskind, Jacqlyn Vetter, Renato Escudero and 15 more
    Recent Semesters
    2026SU, 2026SP
    Class Size
    Not published
    Difficulty
    4.4Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    3
    Prerequisite
    ENGL C1000 - Academic Reading and Writing ENGL-C1000 or equivalent
    2026SU Sections
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    Transfers To
    UC and CSUCal-GETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 1B · IGETC Area 8B · CSU GE Area A3
    Description
    This course in advanced composition focuses on the analysis of literary texts, the development of logical reasoning, and the improvement of argumentative writing skills. It is designed to develop critical thinking, reading, and writing skills beyond the level expected in ENGL-C1000 through the study of various critical approaches and diverse literary genres.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 9:35am–11:00am, Tue 11:10am–12:35pm, Tue Thu 11:10am–12:35pm, Mon Wed 11:00am–12:25pm