Reading Techniques II Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Course

RDNG-0331-001 Reading Techniques II

Prerequisites

RDNG 0321-minium grade of C, Accuplacer reading score of 61-77, THEA reading score of 201-229 or equivalent score on a state approved test

Course Description

Improve reading proficiency, reading speed, comprehension, vocabulary and general study skills. Develop skills necessary for reading college-level textbooks. Exit test required for satisfactory completion.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

Online Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ Exercise Your College Reading Skills, Janet Elder, 2^nd Edition

Supplies

Internet access is required for this course. Students may use the computers in LIB 012A or on the fourth floor of the Lynn Library to complete their assignments. Students may also access their assignments via the Internet at home or at any publi

Student Performance

\ To prepare the student to comprehend reading material presented in college level textbooks.  At the conclusion of the course, the student must demonstrate mastery of the following skills at 70%: 

\ 1.  Analyze the meanings of words and phrases.

\ 2.  Determine the main idea and supporting details in written material.

\ 3.  Evaluate a writer's purpose, point of view, and intended meaning.

\ 4.  Analyze the relationship among ideas in written material.

\ 5.  Use critical reasoning skills to evaluate written material.

\ 6.  Apply study skills to reading assignments in college textbooks.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

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1. \ Online discussions and e-mail are integral parts of the course.  All discussion submissions and e-mail must be polite and free from vulgar language or profanity.  Please use correct grammar and complete sentences.
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2. \ Any type of cheating or academic dishonesty is prohibited.  The “Student Rights and Responsibilities” publication outlines the definition of academic dishonesty and the associated penalties.
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Grading Criteria

The following criteria will be used to determine your grade:

The semester average will be determined as follows:

REQUIRED TESTS:

• Test 1
• Test 2
• Test 3
• Final Exam

REQUIRED ASSIGNMENTS:

As part of the course requirements of Reading 0331, assignments must be completed each week.  Students will complete the assignments in their textbook and then submit their answers via AC Connect.  In addition, there will be online assignments that will be due each week that are not in the textbook.

REQUIRED LAB: 

As part of the course requirements of Reading 0331, assigned lab hours must be completed each week.  Lab grades will be given based on completion of the required hours and/or performance.  Lab assignments will include Weaver Wise computer lessons or other activities approved by your instructor.  Completion of weekly lab hours with adequate performance will result in a grade of 100.  Failure to meet this requirement will result in a grade of zero (0).  When a student is logged into a computer for the purpose of accumulating lab hours required for a reading class, the student must be actively involved in the lesson at all times. Any attempt by a student to obtain computer lab hours dishonestly will result in the student’s lab hours being reduced to zero (0). The student will have to repeat all lab hours.

MAKE-UP POLICY:   

Tests  

Due dates for tests are indicated in the course.  Ten (10) points may be deducted from all major tests taken late.  All major tests not taken within one week of the scheduled test date will receive a grade of zero (0) unless prior arrangements have been made with the instructor.   

Assignments

Assignments will not be taken late.  Any assignment not completed on time will receive a grade of zero (0).  The assignment must be submitted by the deadline to receive credit.

Lab

All lab assignments are due on assigned days at the assigned times.  Students who receive a zero (0) will have the opportunity to have the grade changed to a fifty (50) when they have completed the total lab requirement for the semester. 
 

Attendance

\ Regular "attendance" is necessary for satisfactory achievement.  Submitting designated assignments on the due date indicates regular attendance.  Therefore, it is the responsibility of the student to submit assignments on time.  It will be the responsibility of the student to drop the class by the withdrawal date should he/she stop attending; otherwise, a grade of "F" will be given.  

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Additional Information

TUTORING: 

Tutoring, led by a Learning Specialist, will be available throughout the fall and spring semesters.  Tutoring may be used in place of lab.  Call 371-5458 or drop by LIB 012A to make an appointment.

NOTE: 

A student may take the TSI Assessment anytime during the semester.  If he/she passes the reading portion of either test, the student should immediately visit with the instructor to discuss options available to the student at that time.