Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size25 studentsCredits6PrerequisitePrerequisite(s): All prerequisites must be completed with a minimum grade of "C" (or "P") or higher. ESL 121B or NESL 221B, or placement through the ESL assessment process Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis is the first semester of a one-year advanced reading and writing course for academic purposes. Emphasis is on critical reading techniques and writing expository essays as well as on grammar and vocabulary development.Usually HeldMon Wed 9:00am–11:50am, Wed 12:00pm–12:50pm, Mon Wed 9:00am–12:05pm, Wed 12:15pm–1:05pm