This is a general listing and a short description of the courses offered in the Reading Department. Refer to the "Course Schedules" page for more information about all course offerings.
CRE101 Critical & Evaluative Reading I
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Emphasis on applying critical thinking skills to varied and challenging reading materials.
Includes analysis, synthesis, evaluation, and application. Prerequisites: Reading placement
test score (ASSET), or grade of "C" or better in RDG091, or permission of instructor.
CRE111 Critical Reading for Business & Technology
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Emphasis on reading skills required for success in business and technology. Includes interpretation
of technical and professional materials with an emphasis on critical and analysis and reading.
Prerequisites: Reading Asset test score, or grade of "C" or better in RDG091, or permission of
instructor.
RDG008 Phonics
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed for students who are learning English as a second language. Includes the study of the speech sounds used in English as represented by the written symbols of the alphabet; recognition of spelling patterns and resulting pronunciation; and diacritical markings. Prerequisites: Reading placement score (ASSET) or permission of instructor.
RDG010 Reading English as a Second Language I
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed for studentes who are learning English as a second language. Includes sound symbol
relationships of the English alphabet, phonetic principles, vocabulary acquisition essential
for daily communication and reading comprehension skills. Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement
test score.
RDG013 Spelling Development for ESL Speakers (Non-native Speakers)
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Study of basic English spelling principles with emphasis on common spelling errors due to mispronunciation. Examination of homonyms, homophones, homographs, and contractions. Creating personalized mnemonic techniques to spell problem words. Prerequisites: RDG010 with grade of "C" or better, or permission of instructor.
RDG020 Reading English as a Second Language II
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Further development of communication and reading comprehension skills and vocabulary
development. Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement test score, or grade
of "C" or better in RDG010,
or permission of instructor.
RDG030 Reading English as a Second Language III
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed for English as a Second Language students. Includes more advanced word
recognition, comprehension, and study skills instruction. Aids nonnative speakers
to develop reading competence necessary for success in a college level curriculum
and environment. Prerequisites: Appropriate ESL placement test score, or grade
of "C" or better in RDG020. or permission of instructor.
RDG031 Advanced Vocabulary for ESL Speakers (Non-native Speakers)
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed to expand and improve reading vocabulary skills. Emphasis on understanding advanced vocabulary in both context and isolation through practice and review. Vocabulary building strategies which will aid in on-going study of words. Emphasis on both learning and using more advanced vocabulary effectively. Prerequisites: RDG020 with grade of C or better, or permission of instructor. Course Note: Recommended for reading students at ESL Levels III and IV.
RDG040 Reading English as a Second Language IV
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed for students of English as a Second Language. Includes development of
advanced vocabulary, comprehension, and study skills. Prerequisites: Appropriate
ESL placement test score, or grade of "C" or better in RDG030. or permission
of instructor.
RDG078 Spelling Improvement
(2 credits, 2 periods)
Study of common spelling errors due to mispronunciation with emphasis on the most useful
spelling principles. Examination of homonyms and similar words frequently misspelled
and prefix definitions. Recognition techniques used to correct errors in spelling and
mnemonic devices useful in spelling difficult or problem words. College preparatory level.
Prerequisites: Reading placement score (ASSET) or permission of instructor.
RDG079 Vocabulary Improvement
(2 credits, 2 periods)
Systematic method of increasing vocabulary by emphasizing the most important affixes,
Latin and Greek roots. Content analysis techniques. Common foreign words and phrases used in English.
Specialized vocabularies of areas of study and interest. Interpretation of information in dictionary
entries. Examination of words frequently confused and misused. College preparatory
level. Prerequisites: None.
RDG081 Reading Improvement
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed to improve basic reading skills. Includes word recognition, prediction of contents of
reading selections, and development of basic vocabulary. Emphasis on identifying main ideas and
related details. Reviews following directions and the understanding of graphic materials.
Prerequisites: Placement test score, or permission of instructor.
RDG091 College Reading Skills I
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Designed to improve basic reading and study skills, vocabulary and comprehension skills.
Recommended to all students whose placement test scores indicate a need for reading instruction.
Prerequisites: Reading placement test score (ASSET), or grade of "C" or better
in RDG081, or permission of instructor.
RDG100 College Study Skills
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Analysis of learning styles and development of individual learning strategies. Introduction
of library research techniques. Emphasis on learning and study techniques applicable to any college course.
Prerequisites: Grade of "C" or better in RDG091 or permission of instructor.
RDG105 Speed Reading
(2 credits, 2 periods)
Development of skills that result in increased reading speed while maintaining satisfactory
comprehension of a variety of materials. Prerequisites: A grade of "C" or better in RDG091 or
permission of instructor.
RDG282AA Volunteerism for Reading: A Service Learning Experience
(1 credit, 1 period)
RDG282AA
(2 credits, 2 periods)
RDG282AA
(3 credits, 3 periods)
Service-learning field experience within private/public agencies, educational instructions,
and citizen volunteer groups. May be repeated for a total of six (6) RDG282 credit hours;
may not repeat specific agency assignment for more than three (3) credit hours. Standard
grading available according to procedures outlined in catalog. Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
