CAP 025 - English Language Arts

Credits: 5
This course is intended for students seeking an adult high school diploma through the High School 21 program, students studying for the GED exam, and students seeking educational enrichment. In this course, students will increase their confidence and ability in writing and reading for academic purposes, employment, and everyday life. Course content emphasizes the mechanics of writing as well as strategies to develop and organize complex ideas in writing. The reading component of this course focuses on interpreting and analyzing a variety of texts, including fiction, nonfiction, and informational. This course is designed to prepare students for a successful transition to college-level courses and to develop the behaviors and values relevant to success in higher education and the labor market. Students who successfully complete this course will earn a High School 21 credit in English. Students can earn an additional credit if they demonstrate the requisite competencies. All students under 19 years of age must have a signed release from the last school they attended. Students 16-17 years of age must first be admitted to the College following the Alternative Education Program (AEP) eligibility or Underage Admissions policy, which is available in the High School Programs office. Formerly: ABE 025.