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Reading
For courses numbered 098, 198, 298, see “Topic Courses” on page 292
REA 068 Techniques of Vocabulary
2 cr. hrs. 2 periods (2 lec.)
Introduction to basic strategies for vocabulary development. Includes use of context clues, word parts, the dictionary,
word cards, imaging techniques and vocabulary resources.
Information: May be taken four times for a maximum of eight credit hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
REA 071 Reading Fundamentals
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Development of fundamental reading strategies. Includes extensive development of word analysis, vocabulary, information
literacy, and reading strategies necessary to assure successful comprehension at the literal and interpretive levels.
Information: Designed for persons who need an intensive review of the basic reading strategies.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
REA 075 Spelling
2 cr. hrs. 2 periods (2 lec.)
Development of strategies for improving spelling. Includes basics of the English spelling system and spelling rules.
Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of four credit hours.
Offered: Fall.
REA 081 Reading Improvement I
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Improvement of basic reading strategies. Includes development of word analysis, vocabulary, information literacy, and
reading strategies necessary to assure successful comprehension at the literal level and interpretive levels.
Prerequisite(s): REA 071 with a C or better or required score on Reading assessment test.
Information:
Designed for persons who need to improve strategies in order to increase their success in college.
May be taken two times for a maximum of eight credit hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
REA 091 Reading Improvement II
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Development of reading strategies. Includes vocabulary comprehension, study strategies, metacognition, information
literacy, and community of readers.
Prerequisite(s): REA 081 with a C or better required score on the Reading assessment test.
Information: May be taken two times for a maximum of eight credit hours.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
REA 112 Critical Reading
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Development of college reading strategies. Includes comprehension strategies at the college level, critical reading and
thinking, information literacy, vocabulary development, and advanced study strategies.
Prerequisite(s): Has both a Reading and Writing prerequisite. Reading: REA 091 with a C or better or required score on
Reading assessment test. Writing: WRT 070 with a C or better or placement into WRT 100 or higher.
Information: Student may be admitted with instructor recommendation.
Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer.
REA 112HP Critical Reading for Health Professions
4 cr. hrs. 4 periods (4 lec.)
Development of college reading strategies. Includes comprehension strategies at the college level, critical reading and
thinking, information literacy, vocabulary development, and advanced study strategies.
Prerequisite(s): Has both Reading and Writing prerequisite. Reading: Completion of REA 091 with a grade of C or
better or satisfactory score on REA assessment. Writing: Completion 070 with a C or better or placement into WRT 100
or higher.
Recommendation: Recommended for students pursuing an associate’s degree in Nursing, Radiologic Technology,
Respiratory Therapy or Dental Hygiene Education.
Information: Students must obtain consent of an advisor, counselor, or reading instructor before enrolling in this course.
Same as REA 112.
Offered: Fall, Spring.
REA 125 Speed Reading
2 cr. hrs. 2 periods (2 lec.)
Improvement of reading rate. Includes reading and study habits, visual perception, rate and flexibility, and
comprehension.
Prerequisite(s): REA 112 or required score on the Reading assessment test.
Offered: May not be offered this year, check class schedule.
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