Critical Thinking for ESL 95

This course combines Critical Thinking (CRT 100) with Intensive Writing (ESL 95). Critical Thinking is designed to develop the mind and help sharpen students’ ability to think clearly, logically, thoroughly, critically, and effectively. Through substantive readings, structured writing assignments and ongoing discussions, students will learn to use analytical skills in reading, writing, oral presentations, researching, and listening. Students will examine concrete examples from their own experience and readings and contemporary issues in the media to learn how to analyze issues, solve problems, and make informed decisions in their academic, professional, and personal lives. While studying Critical Thinking, student will also study intensive writing for ESL students. They will learn basic components of effective writing, including essay organization, paragraph development, sentence structure, word choice, and content. Students read and respond to a variety of texts and use argumentation, narrative, and description as modes of developing ideas in writing. Students will receive an earned grade in CRT 100.5 and a passing grade will be equivalent to passing CRT 100. To exempt from further ESL classes, students must receive a passing score on the CUNY Assessment Test in Writing (CATW).

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