COURSE DESCRIPTION
Basic course in which students learn theories of reading fluency and
practice various techniques to improve automaticity
and reading rate. Course may be taken two times for credit.
COURSE MATERIALS
1. Wenick,
L. (1990). Speed Reading Naturally.
New Jersey: Prentice Hall.
2. A drill book: A novel with large print and a fairly simple story line to follow—a novel intended for junior high or high school students is ideal
3. A spiral-bound notebook for use as a Reading Efficiency Response
Journal
4. A timer with a bell
ORIENTATION/ATTENDANCE
Attendance required at weekly appointment.
EVALUATION OF STUDENT PERFORMANCE
Students will be evaluated by a combination of demonstrated competency of
the course objectives, completed assignments, and progress and mastery tests as
well as attendance and active course participation. Students may also be
required to visit the Reading Assistance Area during the term.