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College Reading and Writing 1

Class Number: GCCOMM 10831107-4 - College Reading and Writing 1
Offering Status: Open
Academic Level: Post_Secondary
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Course Description

10-831-107 COLLEGE READING & WRITING 1 ...introduces and develops literacy strategies through the integration and application of basic reading and writing principles to prepare learners for contextualized college-level tasks. . (Prerequisite: Cumulative GPA below 2.60 with appropriate reading AND writing assessment scores)

Course Typically Offered

  • Summer
  • Fall
  • Spring

Most NWTC classes are offered in 8-week sessions. Learn more about how our class schedule can help you succeed.

What will I learn?

  1. Use the process approach to writing
  2. Apply conventions of the English language
  3. Demonstrate variety in sentence structure
  4. Use writing resources
  5. Compose paragraphs that demonstrate various writing patterns
  6. Analyze information critically
  7. Compose multi-paragraph document(s)
  8. Employ comprehension strategies
  9. Identify inferences
  10. Apply study strategies
  11. Develop vocabulary for college reading
  12. Interpret visual aids
  13. Apply reading skills to academic tasks
  14. Improve rate of reading while maintaining comprehension

Class Details

Class Number:
GCCOMM 10831107-4 - College Reading and Writing 1
Date:
-
Delivery:
Other Distance Mode
Term:
2026 Fall Session 1

Class Notes

Textbook Information: 

  • The textbook for this course is free online! 

  • Find it in Canvas one day before class starts. 

  • If you prefer a printed copy, you can buy one at the NWTC Bookstore. 

Class Format: 

  • Combination of online-live and online instruction. 

  • Attend live virtual sessions at scheduled times. 

  • Access remaining instruction online anytime. 

 

Enrollment in English Comp 1, section# 28 & College Reading & Writing, section# 04 must be maintained. There will be shared content, activities, and assessments. 

Meetings Times

Dates Day(s) / Time Location
8/18/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online Live Tuesday/Thursday
8:30 AM - 11:20 AM
8/18/2026 - 10/12/2026 Online
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

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