LAN 060 Introduction to College Reading and Writing
This course is designed to help students develop effective reading and writing strategies necessary for college studies. Instructional activities emphasize the connection between reading and writing to develop the skills and confidence that enhance success in subsequent college courses. The core reading skills covered include increasing vocabulary knowledge, identifying main ideas, implied meanings, and supporting details, and developing lifelong reading habits. Writing activities will strengthen students' foundational composition skills, including grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence construction. Emphasis will be placed on the writing of competent paragraphs and short-answer essays.
A grade of C- or better is necessary for moving on to LAN 100. A grade of D+ or lower will require that students retake the course.