Class Schedule

• Description: Introduction to college-level English coursework, providing awareness of and access to college resources and pathways, and instruction in and review of reading comprehension, writing, critical thinking, metacognition, and study strategies. Students develop techniques for understanding, discussing and writing about college-level texts; practice sentence-combining, grammar, and mechanics; reflect on their own reading and writing process; evaluate and create strategic approaches for college-level assignments across the disciplines; practice metacognitive and mindfulness activities designed to engage self-reflection and improve self-efficacy; and learn tactics for approaching high-stakes assignments. Emphasis is placed on developing positive attitudes and methods when tackling challenging texts and high-stakes writing assignments, such as timed exams, text-based essays, research essays, and presentations. Focus on collaboration with instructors, counselors, embedded tutors, and fellow students, to build confidence and gain the tools to succeed in college.
• Prerequisite:
• Corequisite:
• Advisory: Advisory: Not recommended for students in the ESLL pathway, or those who have already taken ENGL 1A or higher.
• Repeatability: Unlimited Repeatability.
• Hours: 4 hours lecture per week. 48 hours total per quarter.
• Foothill GE Area:English
• Transferability: None
• Transfer GE: Information regarding how this course is applied toward CSU GE/Breadth or IGETC certification is available at:
• Foothill Transfer GE Guide

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