Intensive English: Advanced Reading

Catalog description

This course is for non-native speakers of English who need to develop college-level reading, critical thinking and study skills. Students learn to use strategies to interpret the meaning of authentic, basic college-level fiction and nonfiction texts and develop familiarity with advanced academic vocabulary. Students also summarize and respond in writing to written texts. Extensive outside reading is required. This course prepares students for RD115 or college-level courses in major areas of study.