In this course, students receive instruction in critical thinking for purposes of constructing, evaluating, and composing arguments in a variety of rhetorical forms, using primarily non-fiction texts, refining writing skills and research strategies developed in ENGL C1000 Academic Reading and Writing (or C-ID ENGL 100) or similar first-year college writing course. Develops advanced skills in critical thinking, reading, and writing. Focuses primarily on the analysis and evaluation of non-fiction works to develop logical reasoning as well as analytical and argumentative writing skills. Prerequisites: College-level composition (ENGL C1000 or ENGL C1000H or ENGL M01A or ENGL M01AH or ENGL C1000E or C-ID ENGL 100) or equivalent. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course introduces the process of socialization focusing on the interrelationship of family, school, and community. The course will also examine the influence of multiple societal contexts and explore the role of collaboration between family, community, and schools in supporting children's development, birth through adolescence. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC. Formerly: CD R106.

Through an interdisciplinary approach, this course introduces students to the field of Ethnic Studies, focusing on the historical and contemporary experiences of Native Americans, Chicana/o and Latina/o/x Americans, African Americans, and Asian Americans. Special attention is given to systems of oppression foregrounding race and ethnicity, including histories and legacies of settler colonialism and indigenous dispossession, militarized capitalism, chattel slavery and coerced labor, immigration and citizenship laws, and artistic and intellectual expressions. In addition, students will be introduced to the activism and cultural production of those groups in the struggle for social justice, self-determination, and political representation. The course will provide a foundation for understanding the major contributions of historically aggrieved racialized groups and communities that have challenged the status quo in a racist society. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course provides an introduction to instrumental pedagogy and methods for teaching woodwinds/brass in educational settings. Students will learn fundamental instrumental techniques, including breathing, tone production, and embouchure. The course emphasizes strategies for teaching instrumental music to diverse groups of students, from beginners to advanced levels, and explores repertoire selection across various styles and cultural contexts. Designed for future music educators, this course prepares students to lead instrumental ensembles and offer individual woodwind/brass instruction in schools, private studios, and community programs. Field trips may be required. Transfer credit: CSU; UC.

This course will focus on speech sound production and disorders, including a study of the International Phonetic Alphabet for classification, analysis, and transcription. Consideration for cultural and linguistic variations will be discussed. Approaches and procedures for screening and intervention of speech sound disorders will be addressed. Transfer credit: CSU.