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This course introduces students to critical analyses of abridged authentic college-level academic texts. Through the integration of reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills, you will learn how to break the text down into sections, summarize the main ideas and supporting details, and paraphrase. You will write a summary using appropriate and consistent tenses, punctuation, and organizational format. You will also engage in conversations with peers and deliver a presentation applying the appropriate presentation style and formality for an academic presentation.

Prerequisites: You must have completed ESL 9067 or have the equivalent English placement test result.

Fee: $389 (the course fees include educational resources)
Hours: 50

Winter 2025 Semester

Session 1 - January 14 – February 21, 2025

CRNDateDayTimeHybrid Delivery MethodRegistration
5487214Jan25-21Feb25Tue, Thu + Fri6:00 – 9:00pmRoom 359 at 341 King St E + onlineRegister Online

Session 2 – March 18 – April 25, 2025

CRNDateDayTimeHybrid Delivery MethodRegistration
5489418Mar25-25Apr25Tue, Thu + Fri6:00 – 9:00pmRoom 359 at 341 King St E + onlineRegister Online

Note: Each week includes 50 minutes of asynchronous learning. All Friday classes run online and are scheduled every second week on the following dates: 

Session 1: Jan 24, Feb 7, Feb 21
Session 2: Mar 28, Apr 11, Apr 25