Recent SemestersSpring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025Class Size6–25 studentsCredits6PrerequisitePrerequisite: ESL 45; Eligibility determined through the English as a Second Language placement process. or Transfers ToCSUDescriptionAn accelerated course in reading and writing combining ESL 55 and 101. Designed for students whose first language is not English. Emphasizes analytical and critical thinking skills through reading and writing as a process. Reviews sentence-level grammar and its application to academic writing of summaries and development of paragraph organization and multiple-paragraph essays.Usually HeldMon 11:15am–2:20pm, Wed 11:15am–2:20pm, Mon 6:15pm–7:40pm, Mon 6:30pm–7:50pm