English in Context- General Science

Catalog description

In this course, students will learn about topics relating to general science and sustainability by reading primary sources and 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 Science, or earn high school completion credits in English and Science. It will also offer opportunities for students to increase English language skills contextually with topics relating to general science and sustainability. 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 56. Placement is determined by College and Career Foundations staff or faculty.