EAPP 1460 - Advanced Reading and Vocabulary

5 Credits

This course is designed to develop advanced vocabulary and reading skills for multilingual learners of English through the exploration of authentic texts and genre-based thematic units. This course aims to help students improve their reading skills and to expand their understanding of English vocabulary. This course focuses on critical analysis and appreciation of culturally diverse readings, introduction to integrating readings into writing assignments, and refining the academic language fluency of multilingual students. Instruction targets the needs of multilingual readers by addressing specific linguistic and cultural content to promote academic success. Additionally, students will grow in their cultural competence as they examine texts and media and interact with peers and instructors in a multicultural classroom setting. This is a required course. 5C/5/0/0

Prerequisite(s): Appropriate assessment score or completion of EAPP 0760 with a grade of “C” or better

Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC) Goal Area(s): Goal 1