Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026Class Size22–32 studentsCredits5PrerequisiteEnglish as a Second Language 53B with a minimum grade of C or Noncredit English as a Second Language 53B, or qualification by assessment Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis course strengthens college-level critical reading, writing, and research skills in preparation for English 1A for English learners. It develops students' abilities to analyze and respond to texts from culturally diverse traditions. Students read articles, essays, poetry, and works of fiction or non-fiction which are of literary and cultural value. In response to these texts, students write approximately four academic essays (including at least one in-class essay) of at least 750 words each in which they support a thesis using textual evidence. Students review advanced grammar and sentence skills. In addition, students develop critical research strategies to write a thesis-driven, multi-source MLA-style research paper. Note: Some UC transferable courses have credit limitations. For details, see a counselor, the Transfer Center adviser, or the articulation officer. Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldThu 5:35pm–8:05pm, Thu 9:40am–12:10pm, Mon 9:40am–12:10pm, Wed 9:40am–12:10pm 