Reading (READ)
READ 101 Analytical Reading 4 Units
Students will read, discuss, and write about a variety of academic topics, contemporary themes, and social problems, using articles, text chapters, and fiction commonly assigned in college-level courses. Students will acquire proficiency in critical analysis and research, as well as vocabulary development, comprehension, and study skills.
Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: K
Prerequisite: READ 301 and ENGL 335; all with P grade or placement based on assessment
Advisory Level: Read: None Write: None Math: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
READ 120 Reading Strategies 2 Units
Students will examine, develop, and apply reading strategies for college reading materials. Emphasis is on critical reading, logical reasoning, critical thinking, reflective judgment, and problem solving skills that lead to the ability to interpret, analyze, and critically evaluate college texts.
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: L
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
READ 301 Essentials of Reading 4 Units
Students will read, discuss, and write about a variety of academic topics, contemporary themes, and social problems, using articles, text chapters, and fiction typical of those found in college courses. Students acquire reading comprehension and vocabulary development skills and are introduced to critical reading and research.
Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: K
Prerequisite: READ 350 or (ESL 312 and ESL 313); all with a P grade or placement based on assessment
Advisory Level: Read: None Write: None Math: None
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None
READ 350 Practical Reading 4 Units
Students will develop practical reading, writing, and study skills needed for success in college. Emphasis will be on identifying main ideas of readings, improving comprehension, increasing vocabulary, and building basic computer skills. Students will read a range of materials, including magazines and newspapers, online materials, and fiction.
Lecture Hours: 4 Lab Hours: None Repeatable: No Grading: K
Open Curriculum: Students must take a reading placement test prior to the first day of class
Transfer Status: None Degree Applicable: NAA
CSU GE: None IGETC: None District GE: None