ELC 042 - Reading and Vocabulary Development for Academic Purposes, Level 4

(3.00)

This course is designed for low-advanced English language students to improve reading comprehension and general language skills. Students will develop advanced comprehension skills, understand figurative language and recognize a writer’s intent. Texts include fiction and non-fiction materials gathered from a wide range of genres and disciplines, emphasizing reading for both information and pleasure. Students are encouraged to participate in discussions and prepare presentations for class. Students participate in class and online discussions, and prepare reading logs and presentations. This course together with ELCA 401 partially fulfills UMBC’s conditional admission requirements.

Course ID: 57358
Consent: No Special Consent Required
Components: Lecture