Recreational reading is encouraged. Students develop independent word attack skills and effective vocabularies. Emphasis is placed on developing basic proficiencies in using comprehension skills required in reading for understanding. Students meeting specific course objectives will be allowed to attempt exit testing for Learning Support Reading. Students strengthen their reading skills in preparation for the Regents' Test.
Emphasis is placed on vocabulary, literal and inferential comprehension, analysis.
Instruction varies from lecture and small groups to individualize laboratory experiences.