Course Descriptions 2009-2010 Catalog

Reading

All courses at ACC require students to read materials at college level. The ACCUPLACER placement test, given when a student enrolls, helps to determine the level at which the student is currently reading and matches the student to the appropriate curriculum for learning. (The ACCUPLACER test may be reinforced by a secondary assessment given in the reading class.) Students succeed more consistently in all their courses when they develop college-level reading skills. Therefore, following the advice of the ACCUPLACER recommendation is strongly suggested.

REA 030 Basic Reading Skills
2 Credits
Focuses on strategies for word attack, vocabulary development, stages of reading and basic reading comprehension.
PREREQUISITE: ACCUPLACER reading score 20-39
COREQUISITES: ENG 030/060 are recommended.

REA 060 Foundations of Reading
3 Credits
Focuses on strategies for vocabulary development, improved reading comprehension, and enrichment.
PREREQUISITE: ACCUPLACER reading score 40-61
COREQUISITES: ENG 060/090 are recommended.

REA 090 College Preparatory Reading
3 Credits
Enables the student to apply strategies for improving comprehension, developing vocabulary, and increasing rate for reading college textbooks.
PREREQUISITE: ACCUPLACER reading score 62-79
COREQUISITES: ENG 060/090 are recommended.

REA 112 Speed Reading
2 Credits
Improves reading comprehension and speed of reading for students who want to enhance skills for success in college or career environments.
PREREQUISITE: ACCUPLACER reading score 80-120.

REA 275 Special Topics
1-6 Variable Credits
Provides students with a vehicle to pursue in-depth exploration of special topics of interest.

REA 285 Independent Study
3 Credits
Meets the individual needs of students. Students engage in intensive study or research under the direction of a qualified Instructor.

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