ENGRD 13    Reading Center: Basic Reading Skills    .5-3 Units

Prerequisite: None
Hours: 54 hours LAB
Description: Individualized instruction modules at all skill levels designed to help the student acquire or improve reading skills in specific areas. Course offerings vary, depending upon the student's needs and abilities. A partial list includes the following: comprehension (all levels), vocabulary development (all levels), speed reading, critical reading, textbook reading, study skills, spelling improvement, tutor training. Credit/no credit. Reading modules may not be repeated for credit and are not substitutes for ENGRD 14, 15, 16, 112, or for any of the ESL courses. Students may register up to the 12th week of the semester. Scheduling is flexible and may be agreed upon by the student and staff. A maximum of six units may be earned.

Schedule: Other Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
TBA          TBA               LAB   K.Leland             El Dorado EDC C213   16586
This one (1) unit class is offered in The English Center, located in Building C, room 203 at the El Dorado Center in Placerville. The center is open daily 9:00am to 2:00pm, and Wednesday evenings 5:00pm to 8:00pm during Fall 2008. Phone Number: 530-642-5686.

TBA          TBA               LAB   K.Leland             El Dorado EDC C213   16587
This two (2) unit class is offered in The English Center, located in Building C, room 203 at the El Dorado Center in Placerville. The center is open daily 9:00am to 2:00pm, and Wednesday evenings 5:00pm to 8:00pm during Fall 2008. Phone Number: 530-642-5686

ENGRD 110    Comprehension Strategies and Vocabulary Development For College    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGRD 13 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: ENGLB 71
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course is designed to help students prepare for college level reading. Areas of concentration include vocabulary development, literal and inferential comprehension skills, textbook reading techniques, study skills, and reading for pleasure. Students will become more efficient readers by learning to vary reading rate depending upon their purposes for reading. Enrollment in EngLb 71 or EngRd 13 is recommended for additional individualized help.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           10:30AM-11:50AM   LEC   L.Malloy             El Dorado EDC A206   25414

ENGRD 310    Prose Analysis and Interpretation    3 Units

Prerequisite: ENGRD 110 or ESLR 320 with a grade of "C" or better; or placement through the assessment process.
Advisory: ENGLB 71 or ENGRD 13
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 54 hours LEC
Description: This course covers the theory and practice of critical and speed reading skills and strategies required for proficient and effective reading of college level reading materials. The class focuses on the following skills: critical and analytical evaluation of college level essays, vocabulary development, proficient comprehension skills, development of flexible reading rate and speed, and the application of these skills in reading textbooks, fiction, and non-fiction materials. One or more hours per week may be required in the Reading/Writing Center or English Center.

Schedule: Full Term, Aug 23-Dec 18
MW           01:00PM-02:20PM   LEC   L.Malloy             El Dorado EDC C214   25416