Reading (READ)

READ 0110  Developmental Reading (NCBO)  1 Credit   (1 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course is a study of the fundamental reading skills to develop comprehension, vocabulary, and rate.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 4
Course Type: College Prep

READ 0308  Basic Reading Skills  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 1 Lab)  

This course is designed for the development of reading and higher order thinking skills necessary for college readiness. Following assessment, the student will be taught word recognition, basic vocabulary skills, and literal comprehension, such as main idea and details. This course is not applicable to any degree.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 2
Course Type: College Prep

READ 0309  Reading Comprehension  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 1 Lab)  

This intermediate reading course is designed to continue the sequential process of reading with emphasis on reading comprehension and vocabulary development. Selected readings will be used for intensive work in literal and inferential meanings. This course is not applicable to any degree.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or above in READ 0308 or reading score within defined range, Reading level 4
Course Type: College Prep

READ 0310  College Reading Techniques  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course is designed for the development of reading skills beyond the basic skills on an individual basis. Emphasis is placed on further development of comprehension, vocabulary, and interpretation of nonfiction articles and reading speed. This course is not applicable to any degree.
Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or above in READ 0309 or reading score within defined range, Reading level 6
Course Type: College Prep

READ 0311  Speed Reading  3 Credits   (3 Lec, 0 Lab)  

This course is designed primarily for students who read at or above the 12th grade reading level. Emphasis is placed on increased comprehension, reading speed, critical reading, vocabulary expansion and reading flexibility. This course is for personal enrichment; it is not part of our sequential reading program nor does it transfer as credit toward any degree.
Prerequisite(s): Reading level 7
Course Type: College Prep