An effective citizen must read well, and reading courses help to develop efficient tools to use in todays society. These courses implement the philosophy that the ultimate in reading ability is never reached and that good study skills are predominantly good reading skills.
Time spent in the reading program is an investment in self.
No matter what a person's reading ability, reading skills can be improved. Courses listed below do not satisfy requirements for any degree at Odessa College. Students who intend to transfer to another community college, senior college or university should check with that institution to determine whether hours earned in reading will transfer for degree credit. Students should check their TASP liability before enrolling in reading. 3 hours Initiates instruction in developmental reading with emphasis on building vocabulary, increasing reading rate, and improving comprehension.