English
English Subdivision Teaching Philosophy
Our subdivision is committed to a curriculum that integrates reading,
writing, critical thinking, speaking, and listening at all levels of the
program. This philosophy is detailed in these two defining documents
Articulated Assumptions and
Throughline.
Core Courses
Preparatory Reading and Writing
101A Reading, Reasoning, and Writing
Preparation in English for success in college. Integrates reading, critical
thinking, and writing assignments, using materials that present a variety of
perspectives from across the curriculum. Strongly recommended: Appropriate skill
level demonstrated through the English placement process. 3 hours lecture, 2
hours individualized instruction. (4 units)
101B Reading, Reasoning and Writing
Continues preparation in English for success in college. Integrates reading,
critical thinking, and writing assignments, using materials that present a
variety of perspectives from across the curriculum. Prerequisite: English 101A.
3 hours lecture, 2 hours individualized instruction. (4 units)
102 Reading, Reasoning, and Writing — Accelerated Course*
Emphasis in the development of thinking, reading, organizing, and writing
skills, particularly those required for successful execution of college-level
papers in all subject areas. Designed for those requiring minimal preparation
for entering English 1A. Strongly recommended: Appropriate skill level
demonstrated through the English placement process. 3 hours lecture, 2 hours
individualized instruction. (4 units)
* English 102 is an accelerated course that combines two semesters into
one. Students need to take this course advisedly. If you do not pass this
course, you
either have to take another 102 class or you need to start over by taking a 101A and then a 101B before
you are eligible to take English 1A.
115 English Skills — Faculty—Student Tutorial
Preparation in English for success in college or career. Self-paced,
individualized instruction in reading comprehension and writing effectiveness.
You and your English 115 instructor will tailor a learning plan to give you the
support you need to more easily succeed in any class that requires reading and
writing. (May be repeated 3 times. May enroll through tenth week of
instruction.) (.5-4 units)
Composition and Literature Courses
1A Critical Thinking and Composition
Integrated approach to reading, writing, and critical thinking intended to
develop ability to read and write complex, college-level prose. Examination of
ideas in relation to individuals' world view and contexts from which these ideas
arise. Some research required. Prerequisite: English 100 or 101B or an
appropriate skill level demonstrated through English placement process. 3 hours.
Transfer: CSU, UC, (CAN 2). (3 units)
4 Critical Thinking and Writing About Literature
Develops critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the
analysis of fiction, (short stories and novel), poetry and drama. Prerequisite: English 1A with a grade of "C"
or higher. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU, UC. (3 units).
7 Critical Thinking and Writing Across Disciplines
Develops critical thinking, reading, and writing skills as they apply to the
textual analysis of primary and secondary book-length works from a range of
academic and cultural contexts. Emphasis on the techniques and principles of
effective written argument in research-based writing across disciplines.
Prerequisite: English 1A with a grade of "C" or higher. 3 hours. Transfer: CSU,
UC. (3 units)
Assessment and Placement
If you have not taken any English classes at Chabot before, you will probably
have to go through the English placement process to find out which English
course you should take. Click the Assessment / Testing Information link in the
left column to go to the Chabot web page to find out about schedules of tests
and contact e-mail and phone numbers for answers to your questions.
If you want to challenge the placement, there is a procedure to do so. Click
the English 1A Prerequisite Challenge link in the left column for details on how
to do an English 1A prerequisite challenge.
