English in Context- Washington State History

Catalog description

In this course, students will learn a general overview of Washington (WA) State history. Students will gain knowledge by reading primary sources learning from other types of media. In addition, students will prepare written artifacts which require critical thinking skills, understanding of content, writing mechanics, grammar, spelling, and vocabulary. Students will also build public speaking skills by doing presentations. This course will help prepare students for the high school equivalency examinations in Reasoning Through Language Arts and Social Studies or earn high school completion credits in English and WA State History. It will also offer opportunities for students to increase English language skills contextually with WA state history. These outcomes correspond to College and Career Readiness Standards for Adult Education Level D-E. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of appropriate Level 4 course(s), or placement into EF 51. Placement is determined by College and Career Foundations staff or faculty.