Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThis reading and writing course prepares non-native speakers of English for ENGL C1000 , developing students' critical reading, writing, and thinking skills. The course emphasizes reading strategies for improved comprehension and analysis. It also focuses on writing strategies for improved academic writing, including effectively and correctly integrating outside sources. Students read texts of varying length that stimulate analytical thinking and writing. Students write several essays of varying length (500-1200 words), learning to integrate their reading and writing skills. WRITING REQUIREMENT: A minimum of 4,000 words. Portions of instruction may be offered online; may also be offered fully online.