READING 091B Contextualized Reading

Units: 4.5
Advisories: READING 091A with a grade of “C” or better or Reading Level 1.
2. This course is designed to improve reading comprehension while building background knowledge in academic and vocational subjects. The student learns to use comprehension techniques and becomes acquainted with the basic concepts and vocabulary needed for college and vocational courses. Promotion to READING 091C will be determined by Reading department faculty after examination of a portfolio of the student`s work in reading. Units earned in this course do not count toward the associate degree.