2007-2008 Course Descriptions

RD 20 - College Reading I  4 credits - P/NP
Strengthens basic comprehension, study skills, and vocabulary skills, as well as expand background knowledge. Focuses on the continual practice and reinforcement of essential comprehension skills that follow a developmental hierarchy. Includes an individually prescribed reading plan in the reading lab.
Prerequisite: Designated placement test score.
   Syllabus: Bryan
RD 30 - College Reading II  4 credits - P/NP (Course Outline)
Improves reading, study, and vocabulary skills by developing specific strategies and analytical skills. Skills to be developed include comprehension, critical thinking, graphic illustrations, and use of library resources. Also addresses work-related literacies such as creative and critical thinking, following written and oral instructions, collaboration, and communication skills. Includes an individually prescribed reading plan in the reading lab.
Prerequisite: RD 20
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   Syllabus: Maguire-Cook, Phillips, Bowman
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   Portfolio: Maguire-Cook

RD 115 - Speed Reading for College  3 credits - A-F
Teaches an effective speed reading process. It also develops skills needed to become a more intelligent reader and a more accomplished student. These skills include speed studying, speed researching, recognition of writing structures of fiction, various types of non fiction, and critical reading. (Speed Reading Rubic)
Prerequisite: College-level reading skills or completion of RD30, WR30.
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   Syllabus: Maguire-Cook, Clark
   Portfolio: Maguire-Cook
   Rubric: Maguire-Cook

RD116 College Vocabulary Development 3 credits - A-F
Adds significantly to the student's reading, writing, spelling skills, and speaking vocabularies, fosters an interest in words, and offers strategies for vocabulary development throughout life.  Students will study word elements that hold the key to understanding English words.  The vocabulary presented in this class will be practical, contextual, and relevant for all college students. 
Prerequisites:  RD30 and WR30.
Syllabus: Maguire-Cook

RD120 - Critical Reading and Thinking  3 credits - A-F
Develops students’ ability to think logically, problem solve, identify values, and understand the various reasoning processes. Students will gain confidence in becoming effective thinkers in academic, career, and personal situations. May be offered in a distance learning format where students complete all work on-line and via e-mail.
Prerequisite: RD 30 and WR30
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SK 8 - Introduction to Math  4 credits - P/NP
Improves basic arithmetic skills and provides a better understanding of the fundamentals of mathematics. Designed to improve problem solving ability in every day and work-related applications, and to increase confidence and desire to continue the study of math.
Prerequisite: Designated placement test score.
   Syllabus: Sumrall, Lewis, Bessey
   Homework: Lewis

SK 31 - College Success  3 credits - A-F
Develops and improves academic-related skills in the beginning college student. Students explore the various behaviors and use of resources associated with student success and practice, numerous study skills techniques such as goal setting, test taking, and time management. Attention is given to application of study skills to academic, career, and personal situations
   Syllabus: Miller, Reeg

SK 31 - College Success Online  3 credits - A-F
This course covers the same subjects as the traditional SK31 course, however students complete all work online and via email. Visit the SK31 Online Homepage for more information.
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WR 10 - Basic Writing  4 credits - P/NP
Designed for students needing rudiments of standard written English, including spelling. As an entry-level course, WR10 helps students deal with their attitudes and anxieties regarding written assignments.
Prerequisite: Designated placement test score.
   Syllabus: Clark, Bryan
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WR 20 - Fundamentals of Composition I  4 credits - P/NP
Reviews standard written English skills. In addition to vocabulary building in the context of reading assignments, attention is given to helping students understand the relationship of reading and writing processes as a means to organize and relate their own thoughts in clear, effective paragraphs.
Prerequisite: WR10
   Syllabus: Shaw, Miller, Bryan
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WR 30 - Fundamentals of Composition II  4 credits - P/NP
Introduces basic essay format while reinforcing sentence skills and paragraph development. critical thinking and reading is also emphasized.
Prerequisite: WR20
   Syllabus: Miller, Nixon
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WR 30 - Fundamentals of Composition II Online  4 credits - P/NP
This course covers the content as the traditional SK41 course, however students complete all work online and via email. Visit the WR30 Online Homepage for more information.
Prerequisite: WR20
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WR185 Understanding English Grammar 1 credit
Explores the structure of the English language as well as grammatical conventions.  Increases students' awareness of the rhetorical effects on the reader.  Students will be given activities and instruction with the purpose of being able to proofread and edit their own writing. 
Prerequisite:  RD30 and WR30.