ENG 079 - Reading IV

Lecture - Lab - Credit Hours: 4-0-4
This course introduces students whose first or primary language is not English to high-beginning level academic reading and comprehension skills and strategies. The course cultivates skills/strategies to improve reading comprehension, increase speed, and acquire vocabulary. Reading 4 is intended for students who hold a high school diploma or its equivalent and have previously studied English in the United States or their native countries. This course does not count toward graduation and is non-transferable. Prerequisite: Appropriate score on mandatory COMPASS ESL placement test or minimum grade “C” in ENG 078 .