Chabot College
Fall 2010
Course Outline for English 118B
LEARNING SKILLS: WRITING/READING
Catalog Description:
English 118A - Learning Skills: Writing/Reading
(May be repeated 1 time)
3 units
Elements of the writing process including prewriting, organizing, writing and revising, and review of
basic grammar. Includes reading comprehension strategies and review of compensatory strategies.
Designed for students with learning disabilities to improve reading and writing skills.
Strongly Recommended: English 118A. 3 hours.
[Typical contact hours: 52.5]
Prerequisite Skills:
None
Expected Outcomes for Students:
Upon completion of the course the student will be able to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
write a short thesis-support essay;
identify and apply basic grammar in their own writing;
demonstrate increased reading comprehension;
demonstrate increased confidence as a writer.
Course Content:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Review the writing process with emphasis on prewriting and organizing
Review thesis and topic sentences
Review of basic grammar
Several 500 word essays
Practice in compensating strategies and accommodations for their learning disabilities
Methods of Presentation:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Lecture
Small groups
Electronic texts
Computer writing programs
Assignments and Methods of Evaluating Students Progress:
1. Typical Assignments
a. Write a 2-4 page response essay based on an article or video
2. Methods of Evaluating Students Progress
a. Tests and quizzes
b. Class participation
c. Final examination
Textbook(s) (Typical):
Writing First, Laurie G. Kirzner and Stephen R. Mandell, 2008
Special Student Materials:
None
dk 11/10/09
curriculum 0910