RDG 029 - Accelerated Reading for College

5 equivalent hours -
Prepare for academic reading by developing more advanced critical reading and problem solving skills. Expand vocabulary and sharpen ability to use context to infer meaning. Practice strategies that encourage active reading of college-level textbooks. Identify main ideas, theses, and details with an emphasis on inferential comprehension. Improve critical reading skills through analysis and evaluation of persuasive writing. Analyze, evaluate and synthesize authors’ arguments to draw and support conclusions.

Prerequisite(s): Eligibility for RDG 027. Note: RDG 029 is offered in an accelerated format, allowing students to complete both RDG 027 and RDG 028 in one semester. Students must earn a grade of “C” or better in RDG 029 and complete any English requirements to gain eligibility for ENG 111.