This is an intensive course designed to improve the learning skills needed to succeed in college work. Students learn efficient textbook reading strategies, listening and note taking skills, test preparation and test-taking techniques, and time management skills. Students apply learned reading skills to culturally diverse readings. In addition, students are required to apply strategies learned in this course to other courses.
Literal comprehension is emphasized.
Students are assigned to College Reading and Study Skills as a result of incoming student placement tests. Students must pass a competency exam at the end of the semester. Tuition charged for this course is the equivalent of three credits. Offered every semester. This course is designed to raise students reading efficiency and analytical reading ability.