ESLR 20    Novice Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 54 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course will provide an introduction to English at the Novice level, which is characterized by an emerging ability to read and write words, phrases and sentences common in high-frequency situations utilizing learned materials, standardized messages, phrases and expressions including basic words, phrases, and sentences introduced in the Listening and Speaking core text. In addition, students will learn basic rules, phonetics and basic grammar necessary to read and write comprehensibly.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TTh          10:00AM-11:20AM   LEC   M.McClurg-Mackinnon   TBA TBA             26764
MW           10:00AM-11:20AM   LAB   M.McClurg-Mackinnon  CRC MAIN LRC 222     

ESLR 30    Novice-High Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of ESLR 20 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
Hours: 54 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course focuses on reading words, phrases, and sentences in short texts. Students will learn more core vocabulary, literal comprehension, and grammar necessary to understand short readings.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   J.Wilson             CRC MAIN L 105       25154
TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LAB   J.Wilson             CRC MAIN LRC 221     

ESLR 40    Intermediate-Low Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of ESLR 30 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
Hours: 54 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course focuses on developing reading skills with an emphasis on building vocabulary, literal comprehension, and fluency. Students will discuss and write about readings.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
TTh          08:30AM-09:50AM   LEC   L.Marchand           CRC MAIN L 105       25174
MW           08:30AM-09:50AM   LAB   L.Marchand           CRC MAIN LRC 221     
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TTh          02:30PM-03:50PM   LEC   E.Rojas              CRC MAIN L 105       31011
MW           02:30PM-03:50PM   LAB   E.Rojas              CRC MAIN LRC 221     

ESLR 50    Intermediate-Mid Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of ESLR 40 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
Hours: 54 hours LEC ; 54 hours LAB
Description: This course focuses on the introduction of academic reading skills, with an emphasis on vocabulary development, literal comprehension, and dictionary skills. Students will practice critical thinking skills to understand, analyze, discuss, and write responses to ideas expressed in readings.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MW           08:30AM-09:50AM   LEC   C.Avila              CRC MAIN L 105       25182
TTh          08:30AM-09:50AM   LAB   C.Avila              CRC MAIN LRC 221     
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MW           04:00PM-05:20PM   LEC   J.Strode             CRC MAIN P 47B       28086
TTh          04:00PM-05:20PM   LAB   J.Strode             CRC MAIN LRC 222     

ESLR 310    Intermediate-High Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of ESLR 50 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC
Description: This course focuses on the introduction of academic reading skills with an emphasis on speed, vocabulary expansion, and comprehension of ideas in expository writing and fiction; and introduces students to library use. Students will use critical thinking skills to understand, paraphrase, outline, summarize, and respond to ideas expressed in reading, both orally or in writing.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MTWTh        03:00PM-03:50PM   LEC   J.Francisco          CRC MAIN L 317A      25082
MW           05:30PM-07:35PM   LEC   S.Carter             CRC MAIN L 105       31014

ESLR 320    Advanced-Low Reading    4 Units

Prerequisite: Completion of ESLR 310 with a grade of "C" or better, or placement through the assessment process.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 72 hours LEC
Description: This course focuses on refining academic reading skills with an emphasis on speed, vocabulary development, and analytical comprehension. Students will practice research and synthesizing skills and do extensive writing based on critical analysis of readings.

Schedule: Full Term, Jan 17-May 20
MTWTh        04:00PM-04:50PM   LEC   S.Coelho             CRC MAIN P 47A       24922
TTh          08:30AM-10:35AM   LEC   R.Farley             CRC MAIN LRC 222     31015