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Feb 10, 2025
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ELL 0810 - Preparing for College Reading
Credits: 4
ELL 0810 is the beginning developmental reading course for non-native speakers of English. Entry into the course is based on the student’s score on the Accuplacer ESL reading test. The goal of the class is to introduce all the skills and habits necessary for success in ELL 0870 and, eventually, ENGL 1121 . This course begins to prepare students for college reading in the United States and provides students with opportunities to develop confidence, competence, and fluency though practice in literacy skills for navigating modern American society. It emphasizes basic reading skills and allows for practice with decoding words, reading aloud with accuracy, expression, and comprehension, and introduces basic vocabulary based on real-world themes. Students will also gain a working knowledge of basic computer literacy. In addition to the regular class meeting times, students are required to participate in the Conversation Partners Program as well as weekly supplemental instruction sessions.
Prerequisite(s) (must have a grade of C or better): Achievement of the recommended score on the Accuplacer ESL (LOEP) test
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