ENGL 100 - Focus Number of Credits: 3 Engage in project-based learning to achieve personal and group goals. Develop and apply literacy skills. Discover college resources. Participate in community-building events. Recommended for students transitioning into college. This course does not meet the English writing General Education requirement.
(Fall, Spring & Summer Only) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.
Pre-requisite(s): Score of 250 or higher on Accuplacer Next Gen English placement test or high school GPA of 2.5 or higher. Course Topics: 1. Self-awareness of academic, social, and employment skills and habits of being
2. Exploration of college resources and opportunities
3. Self-Design (sometimes called self-authoring): defining values, setting goals, overcoming obstacles, reaching milestones
4. Developing and applying literacy skills: listening, reading, discussing, questioning, inquiring, speaking, and interacting
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
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Define personal values and goals in relation to college
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Identify college resources helpful in achieving goals
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Develop habits of mind and well-being that promote goal setting and achievement
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Apply literacy skills to deepen understanding of texts in varying modes
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Collaborate in small groups
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Create multi-modal presentations
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Reflect on personal and academic growth
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