ENGL 098 - Introduction to College Reading and Composition I

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College of Marin

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Description:

(3.0 Units) (Prerequisite: English as a Second Language 83 or English 92 or English placement test. Three lecture hours and one laboratory hour weekly.) Students practice reading, writing, and critical thinking to improve reading comprehension and to develop composing techniques for effective academic writing. This course is designed to prepare students for success in college level academic reading and writing. Focus is on writing fluency and familiarity with the conventions of standard written English. Assignments show the interconnection among readings, personal experience, observation, and class discussion. Requires one hour weekly of guided practice in the Writing Center. This course can be offered in a distance learning, online or hybrid format. English 98 may be offered as three separate self-paced classes: ENGL 098A: Grammar and Usage (1.0 Unit) (One lecture and one-third laboratory hour weekly.) ENGL 098B: Sentence Structure and Punctuation (1.0 Unit) (One lecture and one-third laboratory hour weekly.) ENGL 098C: The Paragraph and Short Essay (1.0 Unit) (One lecture and one-third laboratory hour weekly.)

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.marin.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 457-8811

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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