Continuing Education

NEAP621 - Reading and Vocabulary

Course Code:  
NEAP621
Campus:  
Main Campus
Prerequisite:
This course is available to students in the English as a Second Language program. NESL521 or score of 6 in the Reading and Vocabulary component of ESL placement test.

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Course Overview

Effective academic reading requires the ability to interpret, analyze, and evaluate complex texts across disciplines. This course enhances reading comprehension strategies, critical thinking, and lexical development to support independent academic reading. Participants will examine technical, literary, and informational texts, developing the ability to synthesize information and assess sources for reliability and purpose. A focus on comparative analysis, intercultural perspectives, and vocabulary acquisition will strengthen academic literacy.

With the knowledge gained in this course, you will be able to analyze diverse academic texts, apply advanced reading strategies, and expand your vocabulary for academic and professional success.

Successful completion of the NAIT English for Academic Purposes Level 6 courses meets the English Language Proficiency requirement to enter programs at NAIT.

How to Apply and Enrol to ESL 

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Email: esl@nait.ca

Tel: 780.471.7499

Toll Free: 1.877.333.6248

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This course is part of these programs or course groups:

English as a Second Language (ESL)


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Delivery Methods

  • Face to Face: Where: In-person meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Face-to-face instruction at all class meetings. Location may be on campus or at a worksite.
  • Blended: Where: Mixture of in-person & online components. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Combination of face-to-face and online components at specific times. Some online components may be accessed online anytime.
  • Hyflex: Where: Choice to attend in-person or online meetings. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. For each class, students choose to attend in-person with the instructor or online at a specific time.
  • Remote Live Delivery: Where: Online with instructor. When: Course is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Instruction is delivered at set times online. Students do not come to campus.
  • Remote On-Demand Delivery: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online. While there are no set class meetings, there may be set due dates and deadlines for some activities. Students may interact with peers through virtual tools.
  • Remote Independent: Where: Online anytime. When: No set class meetings. Coursework is accessed on-demand and online, with no instructor support. While students choose when to do coursework, there may be set due dates and deadlines. 
  • Work Placement: Where: In-person meetings. When: Work is scheduled at a specific time for students to attend. Onsite work integrated learning. Location at a worksite.
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