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Carefully explains and illustrates ten key reading skills that are widely recognized to be essential for literal and critical comprehension. Provides activities and reading selections to help you practice and master those skills.
Carefully explains and illustrates ten key reading skills that are widely recognized to be essential for literal and critical comprehension. Provides activities and reading selections to help you practice and master those skills.
Many students entering college today to not have the reading skills needed to do effective work in their courses. A related problem is that students often lack the skills required to think in a clear and logical way. Langan introduces students to the reading skills they need to develop; he includes reading selections, skill tests, and tips on reading for science and mathematics courses.
Written by a trained counselor and learning specialist, Study Skills Simplified is a concise introduction to the study skills students need to master for college success, from surviving the first week to time management to note taking strategies.
Academic Word Powerhelps students master the 570 most common words from the Academic Word List. When students add this vocabulary to what they learn in a beginning ESL course, they will be able to comprehend 90% of the terms in texts across disciplines. Focusing on the most common words motivates students and allows instructors to take the guesswork out of choosing and researching vocabulary. The texts appeal to both native and non-native speakers and can be used in ESL, Developmental English, and high school English programs. The variety of exercises, activities, and vocabulary strategies prepare students for success in future academic reading. Interactive speaking activities appeal to students by developing a link between the focus word and their experience and knowledge, increasing retention.
