74858741Academic Reading 3
Course Information
Description
This eight-week, graded course is linked in sequence with Academic Reading 4. The course builds skills in self-directed learning, vocabulary development, outlining/mapping, and reading comprehension (main idea, supporting details.)  Students learn to write summaries and responses to readings that demonstrate understanding of text structures.  Skills are acquired using readings from the required textbook and a variety of authentic non-fiction and fiction sources.
Total Credits
2
Course Competencies
  1. Employ reading strategies to process written materials.
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration in response to a variety of printed and multimedia materials including practical reading, prose, poetry, and drama
    individually or in small groups
    in class/lab or simulated real-life or workplace situations
    Criteria
    you apply word recognition skills using a variety of strategies including rereading, finding context clues, and analyzing word structures
    you select reading rate strategies and techniques based on purpose and difficulty of material
    you comprehend reading by using strategies: activating prior knowledge, establishing purpose, self-correcting, self-monitoring, rereading, making predictions, finding context clues, developing visual images, applying knowledge of text structures, etc.
    you read aloud and silently with level-appropriate fluency, accuracy, and expression
    you relate written texts and visual representations to create meaning
    you use organizational features of texts, such as headings, paragraphs, and format, to improve understanding
    you identify a purpose for reading, such as to gain information, to learn about a viewpoint, or for enjoyment
    you locate, summarize and evaluate a written passage of text for a chosen purpose
    you distinguish between fact and opinion

  2. Interpret a range of culturally diverse printed and electronically-generated materials
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration in response to a variety of printed and/or technology-based materials including practical reading, prose, poetry, and drama
    individually or in small groups
    in class/lab or simulated real-life of workplace situations
    Criteria
    you analyze story structure, such as sequence of events, cause/effect, character, plot, and setting, in order to reflect on meaning
    you relate reading to prior knowledge and current experience using a reservoir of reading materials, such as functional, workplace, life skill, and a wide-range of culturally diverse materials
    you extend the literal meaning using critical thinking skills to make inferences and evaluate the significance and validity
    you distinguish fiction from nonfiction, realistic fiction from fantasy, biography from autobiography, and poetry from prose
    you select a variety of materials to read for discovery, appreciation, and enjoyment, summarize the readings, and connect them to prior knowledge and experience
    you analyze the effect of characters, plot, setting, language, topic, style, purpose, and point of view on the overall impact of literature

  3. Read to acquire information
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration in response to a variety of printed and multimedia materials including practical reading, prose, poetry, and drama
    individually or in small groups
    in class/lab or simulated real-life or workplace situations
    Criteria
    you summarize key details of informational texts, connecting new information to prior knowledge
    you identify a topic of interest then seek information by investigating available resources, such as newspaper, phone book, map, internet web sites
    you apply information to solve problems or make decisions, such as health care, financial, educational concerns
    you interpret information presented in charts and graphs
    you evaluate information for accuracy and relevance
    you adjust reading pace for purpose of reading (skimming, scanning, and reading)

  4. Develop vocabulary of words, phrases, and idioms to improve communication
    Assessment Strategies
    in a skill demonstration in response to a variety of printed and multimedia materials including practical reading, prose, poetry, and drama
    individually or in small groups
    in class/lab or simulated real-life or workplace situations
    Criteria
    you consult dictionaries, glossaries, and other resources when needed
    you use roots, prefixes, and suffixes to interpret and convey word meanings
    you apply structural word analysis strategies
    you use contextual clues

  5. Develop responsibility for learning
    Assessment Strategies
    in the development of an action plan to meet academic and personal goals
    you assess your progress to date
    you identify academic and personal goals
    Criteria
    you assess your progress to date
    you identify academic and personal goals
    you specify measures for success
    you identify specific strategies to help you meet your goals
    you establish a timeline for your action plan