Course:   Freshman Literacy

Who should take this course?

Freshman students who are reading below grade level and could benefit from assistance in Cultures and Patterns of Communication should take this course. Students need to be self-motivated and have a desire to improve their reading, organization, testing, and time-management skills.

Course focus/umbrella questions:

How do you improve your ability to effectively and efficiently process information to allow for success in Patterns of Communication and Cultures?

Non-negotiable assignments required of all students who take this course:

All students are required to report on independent reading in a manner that helps invoke a love of reading. In addition, all students are required to make a portfolio that prepares them for final exams and demonstrates their ability to organize and synthesize information.

Required reading:

Students will read a minimum of two self-selected novels per quarter.

Course-specific policies:

Students are expected to actively participate and contribute to class discussions and assignments.

Student expectations:

Students need to collaborate well with others and be supportive in assisting with course content assignments.