Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size30 studentsCredits4PrerequisitePlacement as determined by the college's multiple measures process Transfers ToNot transferableDescriptionThis course is designed to instruct the low-advanced ESL learner or the native English speaker desiring instruction in the fundamental skills of academic reading and writing. Writing topics include compound and complex sentences, verb tenses, and punctuation applied to academic writing. Reading topics include identifying main idea in paragraphs and longer passages, vocabulary development, use of context, literal and inferential comprehension, and recognizing basic patterns of organization. Study skills include note-taking, text annotating, scanning for information, study-reading techniques, and navigation of college's learning management system.Usually HeldWed 6:00pm–7:50pm, Wed 10:30am–12:20pm, Thu 6:00pm–7:50pm, Tue 10:30am–12:20pm 