For high school students whose first language is not English, the students' native language serves as a foundation for English language acquisition and language learning. The course description is the same as Reading I, but this course is specifically designed to meet the needs of students who have limited English proficiency. Reading I Reading II offers students instruction in word recognition, comprehension strategies and vocabulary to ensure that high school students have an opportunity to read with competence, confidence, and understanding. The course includes reading test taking and study strategies in content area subjects. The course description is the same as Reading II, but this course is specifically designed to meet the needs of students who have limited English proficiency.
Students learn specific strategies in content area reading.
Students engage in systematic study and learn how to formulate and support responses to various types of printed materials. This course includes test taking skills in content area subjects. This course is designed for high school students who require or request additional study skills, especially as the student prepare for the demands of college. Students learn techniques for learning from texts, including studying word meaning, producing effective summaries, identifying and relating key ideas, drawing and supporting inferences, and reviewing study strategies. Students respond to literary text through various outlets such as discussions, journals and oral interpretation.