Central College
Guided Studies (GUST)
Course Title: Developmental Reading II
Course Number: GUST 0342
Class Section: 54725
Day and Time: Tuesday
Semester: Fall 2010
Total Contact Hours: 64 (3 credits)
Course Length: 16 weeks
Type of Instruction: Lecture/Hybrid
Instructor: Paul J Quinn
Phone Number: (713) 718-6003 (main office)
Email: paul.quinn@hccs.edu
Office Location: Central/South Campus 288
Office Hours: 8:30am /12:00pm M/Th
6:00pm/8:00pm W/Hybrid
Course Description:
GUST 0342 Developmental Reading II is a continuation of reading skills introduced in GUST
0341. Stronger emphasis is on critical reading and thinking skills. The goal of GUST 0342 is to
teach students to analyze materials thoughtfully, synthesize materials from various sources, and
apply this information to their reading.
Due to the interactive nature of this course, a variety of instructional methodology will be used
including, but not limited to: Blackboard assessments and assignments, lecture, group
discussions, group activities, web activities, library assignments and exploration activities.
(www.hccs.edu)
Prerequisite:
Must be placed into GUST 0342 in reading or completion of GUST 0341.
Course Goals:
In this course, there is a strong emphasis on reading and thinking skill. This course is designed to
teach students to analyze materials thoroughly, synthesize materials from various sources and
apply this information to their reading.
By the end of the semester, students will be able to:
1. Identify main ideas and supporting details in readings.
2. Organize information.
3. Define words in context.
4. Develop stronger oral communication skills.
5. Improve and develop stronger critical thinking skills.
6. Develop stronger problem solving skills.
7. Develop cooperative learning skills.
8. Gain technological proficiency.
9. Prepare for and take test successfully.
10. Read textbooks with improved retention.
11. Locate and utilize a variety of library services and resource materials.
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Student Learning Outcomes:
1.
Acquire vocabulary.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
1.a
1.b
Apply context clues to determine the meaning of words and phrases.
Delineate the meaning of figurative language.
2.
Identify main and supporting details.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
2.a
2.b
2.c
Show stated and implied main ideas and supporting details in written material.
Show a writer’s purpose, intended audience, viewpoint, tone, and intended meaning.
Describe the relationship of ideas in written material.
3.
Identify relationships in a reading selection.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
3.a
3.b
3.c
3.d
Show inferences.
Identify conclusions.
Describe various perspectives on an issue.
Acquire problem solving methods.
4.
Develop reading retention skills.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
4.a
4.b
4.c
4.d
Determine assumptions underlying a writer’s argument.
Show the reasoning in a writer’s argument.
Calculate the overall logic and credibility of a writer’s argument.
Show fallacies.
5.
Acquire communication and learning skills.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
5.a
5.b
5.c
5.d
5.e
Prepare outlines.
Acquire note taking skills.
Delineate visual aids.
Apply written directions.
Produce a summary of reading assignments.
6.
Exhibit use of the college library for academic research.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
6.a
6.b
6.c
6.d
Acquire technical, organizational, and testing skills.
Develop technological proficiency.
Organize information.
Prepare for and exhibit test tasting skills successfully.
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7.
Develop critical thinking skills.
Objectives for this SLO should include but not limited to:
7.a
7.b
7.c
7.d
7.e
7.f
7.g
Draw an analysis of the relationship of ideas in a written material.
Make inferences and generate conclusions.
Illustrate various perspectives on an issue.
Employ problem solving methods.
Determine assumptions underlying a writer’s argument.
Determine the overall logic and credibility of a writer’s argument.
Determine fallacies.
Text: Mather, Peter and McCarthy, Rita. The Art of Critical Reading, Brushing Up On Your
Reading, Thinking, and Study Skills, 2nd ed., McGraw-Hill Publishing 2009
Note: You should buy a new book to better improve your reading skills. If you purchase a used
book, check very carefully for missing pages, excessive highlighting, and pre-marked answers;
such used books are counterproductive. The instructor may check your textbook for approval.
Materials Scantron answer sheets (available in the bookstore), paper, pens, #2 pencils,
dictionary, thesaurus, and a notebook or folder for class notes, returned assignments and
handouts.
Tutoring Help: www.hccs.askonline.net or Reading Tutoring (to be announced)
Note: Your grade for this part of the course will be based on the following criteria:
Grades which you earn from the online quizzes.
Grades which you earn from the online assignments.
Class participation and Attendance
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GUST 0342 Developmental Reading II Course Syllabus
WEEK ONE
Introduction to GUST 0342
(Please review the "Important Notes" at the end of this calendar)
Review the Table of Contents p. v-xiv The Art of Critical Reading
Review Preface for Students p. xxi-xxviii The Art of Critical Reading
NOTE: ASSIGNMENTS ARE ALWAYS DUE THE FOLLOWING MONDAY 12 PM.
Assignments: Online assignment: http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline
Go to search on the above website and find “Sick Around America” submit a one page opinion
paper” IN YOUR OWN WORDS” base the essay on the five points important to you.
WEEK 2
Nelson Denny Reading Test-Form G or H (Comprehension-20 minutes & Vocabulary-15
minutes; you will need 2 scantrons and #2 pencils)
Chapter 1: Vocabulary: Words in Context pgs. 50-54
Prefixes (Unit 3) pgs. 199-202
Study Vocabulary Word Parts Chart in Appendix A18-A20
Study Technique 1: Underlining, Highlighting, Annotating pg. 32
Study Technique 2: SQ3R Study Method pg. 55
Assignments: Complete Online Assessments I and 2
Read Topics, Main Ideas, and Details pgs. 72-117
Study the Vocabulary: Homonyms and Other Confusing Words (Unit 1) pgs. 112-115
WEEK 3
Chapter 2: Topics, Main Ideas, and Details pgs. 72-117
Study Technique 3: Summarizing Short Articles pg. 110
Assignments: Complete Online Assessment 3
Read The Author’s Purpose and Rhetorical Modes pgs. 119-157
Study the Vocabulary: Homonyms and Other Confusing Words (Unit 2) pgs. 153-156
Study Technique 4: Outlining pg. 128
WEEK 4
Chapter 3: The Author’s Purpose and Rhetorical Modes pgs. 119-157
Vocabulary: Homonyms and Other Confusing Words (Unit 2) pgs. 153-156
Study Technique 4: Outlining pg. 128
Assignments: Complete Online Assessment 4
Read Transitional Words and Patterns of Organization pgs. 159-203
Prefixes (Unit 3) pgs. 199-202
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WEEK 5
Chapter 4: Transitional Words and Patterns of Organization pgs. 159-203
Study Technique 5: Creating a Comparison-Contrast Chart pg. 170
Study Technique 6: Mapping pg. 177
Study Technique 7: Time Lines pg. 179
Study Technique 8: Summarizing Longer Articles pg. 192
Prefixes (Unit 3) pgs. 199-202
Assignments: Library Project, Online vocabulary quizzes 1 and 2 and 3
WEEK 6
In class: Study the movie “CAPITALISM A LOVE STORY” take notes and be prepared
for discussion in week 7
Assignments: Read Chapter 5 Inference pgs. 206-260
WEEK 7
Chapter 5 Inference pgs. 206-260. In Groups Discuss the inferences made from the movie
Note ant Bias you feel is portrayed in the movie.
Assignments: Online vocabulary quizzes 4 and 5
Chapter 6: Figurative Language pgs. 263-300
Read Chapter 7: Tone pgs. 303-338
WEEK 8
Chapter 6: Figurative Language pgs. 263-300
Chapter 7: Tone pgs. 303-338
Assignments: Complete online assessments 6 and 7
WEEK 9
Chapter 8: Fact and Opinion pgs. 342-383
Assignments: Read the Jonathan Kozol Article: submit a one page opinion paper” IN YOUR
OWN WORDS” base the essay on the five points important to you.
WEEK 10
Chapter 9: Point of View pgs. 385-432
Chapter 9: Propaganda pgs. 423-427
Chapter 10: Bias pgs. 435-474
Assignments: Complete online assessment 10
WEEK 11
Chapter 9: Point of View pgs. 385-422,
Propaganda pgs. 423-427
Chapter 10: Bias pgs. 435-474
Read Chapter 11: Analyzing and Evaluating Arguments pgs. 475-523
Assignments: Read the article by Cornel West: submit a one page opinion paper” IN YOUR OWN
WORDS” base the essay on the five points important to you.
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WEEK 12
Chapter 11: Analyzing and Evaluating Arguments pgs. 475-523
Study Technique 9: Venn Diagrams pg.496
Vocabulary Unit 8 pgs. 524-527
Read Chapter 12: Evaluating the Evidence pgs. 531-568
Vocabulary Unit 9 pgs. 564-568
Assignments: Complete assessment 11and Vocabulary quiz 6
LAST DAY FOR ADMINISTRATIVE OR STUDENT WITHDRAWAL WITHOUT
RECEIVING A GRADE IS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, BY 4:30PM
WEEK 13
Chapter 12: Evaluating the Evidence pgs. 531-568
Assignments: Complete assessment 12 and vocabulary quiz 7
WEEK 14
Review all Chapters and Vocabulary.
THANKSGIVING HOLIDAYS-November 25-28 NO CLASSES
Assignments: Complete assessment 13and vocabulary quiz 8
BRING 2 SCANTRONS AND PENCILS FOR THE NELSON-DENNY
READING TEST.
BEGIN REVIEW FOR COMPREHENSIVE FINAL EXAM (All Chapters)
WEEK 15
Nelson Denny Test (Form G or H)
Continue Review
WEEK 16
FINAL EXAM: ALL ASSESSMENTS AND ASSIGNED VOCABULARY MUST BE
COMPLETE BY THIS DATE. EXTRA CREDIT WILL BE GIVEN (10 POINTS) IF
YOU FINISH ALL THE VOCABULARY SECTIONS.
Grades available to student online December 24.
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●American Disabilities Act Policy
Any student with a documented disability (e.g. physical, learning, psychiatric, vision, hearing,
etc.) who needs to arrange reasonable accommodations must contact the Disability Services
Office at the respective college at the beginning of each semester. Faculty is authorized to
provide only the accommodations requested by the Disability Support Services Office.
Students who require reasonable accommodations for disabilities are encouraged to report
to Room 106, Learning Hub/Science Building (LHSB) or call (713) 718-6164 to make
necessary arrangements. www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students From the Student Support
column, select the Disability Services link for further information.
●Academic Honesty Policy
Academic dishonesty (cheating of any kind) is a serious offense and will be dealt with
accordingly. If a student copies sentences from another person's work without giving credit to
the writer by naming the writer as the source of the ideas and words, it is called "plagiarism."
This is a serious offense in American colleges, and it is unacceptable. Academic honesty is
expected of all college students. Any homework, journal entry or composition that is not a
student's own work will be given a grade of 0. The student may receive an F for the course when
plagiarism occurs repeatedly. http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students From the Student
Support column, select the Student Handbook link for further information (reference pgs. 34 36.)
●Attendance Policy
Attendance and punctuality are mandatory. Parking is a continuous problem, so leave early for
class and avoid excessive absences. H.C.C.S. policy states that you can be withdrawn by your
instructor after missing 12.5% of the course; in this course that is equal to 8 hours (4
classes) of absence for the semester. A student who is withdrawn from a class for excessive
absences will receive a grade of “W” by the student/administrative withdrawal date. This is not
negotiable and cannot be changed for a letter grade. A student who is withdrawn from a required
developmental course will also be withdrawn from all other courses during that semester.
Students on Financial Aid could forfeit their Financial Aid and F1 students (international) be out
of compliance and have their F1 status revoked. These are serious consequences, and it is the
student’s responsibility to maintain required attendance. Check with your instructor about
specific attendance policies.
●Six Drop Rule http://imc02.hccs.edu/gcac/drop.htm
Important information you need to know about dropping courses. Effective 2007, section 51.907
of the Texas Education Code applies to first-time in college freshman students who enroll in a
Texas public institution of higher education in the fall semester of 2007 or thereafter. High
school students currently enrolled in HCC Dual Credit and Early College are waived from this
requirement until they graduate from high school. Based on this law, HCC or any other Texas
Public institution of higher education may not permit students to drop after the official day
of record more than six college level credit courses for unacceptable reasons during their
entire undergraduate career.
●Third Attempt Enrollment Information
Houston Community College charges a higher tuition to students who are registering for a class
for the third or subsequent time. www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students From the Student Support
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column, select Admissions & Records link, then Third Attempt Enrollment for further
information.
●Withdrawal Deadline
LAST DAY FOR STUDENT OR ADMINISTRATIVE WITHDRAWAL
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, BY 4:30PM
After the official date of record and prior to the last day for student or administrative*
withdrawal, a final grade of “W” will be recorded on your transcript. YOU must take the
responsibility to withdraw from the class. Do NOT depend upon your professor to do it for you.
If you do not officially withdraw from this course, you will earn an “F” for the course.
(*At the instructor’s discretion, he/she have the option to withdraw students for excessive
absences before the official withdrawal date.)
●Other Important Notes
Cellular phones and pagers create annoying and unnecessary interruptions during class. Please
switch them to vibrate. No laptops will be used during class sessions unless agreed upon by the
instructor. Also, no text messaging or listening to mp3 players will be allowed.
According to the Texas Education Code 37.123:
“No person or groups of persons acting in concert may willfully engage in disruptive activities or
disrupt a lawful assembly on the campus or property of any private or public school or institution
of higher education or public vocational and technical school or institute.” Hindering other
students' learning or deterring an instructor from effective teaching will not be tolerated. The
student who is unprepared, sleeps in class, or is disruptive will be asked to leave the class
and be counted absent. http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students From the Student Support
column, select Student Handbook for further information (reference Disruptive Behavior pgs.
35-37).
It will be the instructor's prerogative to make any changes deemed necessary in order to meet the
learning outcomes of the course. Students will be notified in writing of any change.
Grading Score
These guidelines will be followed to determine your final grade:
Average of Online Vocabulary Quizzes 1-8
Average of Online Chapter Assessments
Average of Online Written Assignments
From 2 or more of the following areas:
1. Graded homework assignments
2. Vocabulary lists/exercises
3. Short story project
4. In class exercises
5. Reading journal
6. Novel project
7. Quizzes
8. Preparation exercises
20%
40%
40%
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HCCS Grading Scale for Developmental Courses
A
90-100
B
80-89
C
70-79
F or IP*
69 and below
IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental courses. The student must re-enroll to
receive credit. To compute grade point average (GPA), divide the total grade points by the total
number of semester hours attempted. The grades "IP" and "I" (Incomplete) do not affect GPA.
*A grade of “D” is not a passing grade in developmental courses. (www.hccs.edu)
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