Reading
Reading Support Seminar
READ085
The Reading Support Seminar directly supports the learning objectives of the linked reading and/or content course in which the student is concurrently enrolled. This seminar provides additional academic support and facilitates success in the linked course.
1 credit
Prerequisite: None
Corequisite: None
Integrated Basic Reading and Writing
READ087
EXPERIMENTAL
Through themed readings, students apply, monitor and adjust a repertoire of reading strategies for improved comprehension and utilize the recursive writing process for composition organization and development. This introductory course develops the foundational literacy skills necessary for college success and prepares students for subsequent reading and composition courses.
5 credits
Prerequisite: Reading Placement Test score Level 1 or AESL103 (C or better), AND Writing Placement Test score of 2 or AESL101 (C or better), or permission of the Department of Language and Literature.
Fast Track Reading
READ089
Through the use of an individualized, web-based learning system and instructor guided group instruction, this course develops the reading competencies required for academic success. Emphasis is on the development of basic reading comprehension skills and the application of these skills and other strategies for increased reading proficiency.
1 credit
Prerequisite: Reading Placement Test score Level 1, or Reading Placement Test score Level 2, or AESL103 (C or better) or, permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Corequisite: None
Introduction to College Reading
READ090
This introductory course develops students’ ability to apply, monitor and adjust a variety of reading strategies for increased comprehension and metacognitive awareness. The focus of this course is to develop the reading competencies necessary for success in college level courses.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Reading Placement test score Level 1, or AESL 103 (C or better), or permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Corequisite: None
College Reading and Study Strategies
READ110
This course develops and improves reading comprehension skills and learning strategies to enhance academic performance across the curriculum. Emphasis is on the application of comprehension, critical thinking, and study strategies to college course material.
3 credits
Prerequisite: Reading Placement test score Level 2, or READ090 (C or better), or permission of the Department of Language and Literature
Reading placement test score Level 2 or READ090 (C or better) or department approved assessment or permission of the Department of Language and Literature