Ranger College Syllabus
Course Number and Title: Developmental Reading 0313—Vocabulary
Credit Hours: 3 (non-transferrable) HRS/WK LEC: 3/ WK Lab 3
Name of Instructor: Marcia Glasgow, MEd Email:
Brownwood Campus Phone: 325 641 5726
Office Hours: By Appointment
mglasgow@rangercollege.edu
Textbook: Expanding Your Vocabulary: A Skill-Based Approach (McWhorter)
ISBN-10: 0-205-64586-0
Lab: My Free Lab (free with text)
Catalog description: This course includes strategies for building vocabulary and identifying specific
Words related to academic courses. This course will assist the students in basic study skills.
Required background: None required
Methods of Instruction: lecture, reading, writing, computer work
Basic Intellectual Competencies:
The Basic Intellectual Competencies listed below are components of a process designed to assist
and prepare students for becoming well-educated individuals who are intellectually flexible, articulate, and have the
capacity to become responsible and creative members of society. These competencies are included in this course,
and they are noted by the following numbering system:
B1: Reading- Reading at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret a variety of printed materials—
books, articles, and documents.
B2: Writing- Competency in writing is the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose,
occasion, and audience.
B3: Speaking- Competence in speaking is the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive
language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience.
B4: Listening- Listening at the college level means the ability to analyze and interpret various forms of spoken
communication.
B5: Critical Thinking- Critical thinking embraces the methods for applying both qualitative and quantitative skills
analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to evaluate arguments and to construct alternative strategies.
B6: Computer Literacy- Computer literacy at the college level means the ability to use computer-based technology
in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information.
Course Objective: This course is designed to utilize reading, writing, speaking, critical thinking, and computer
usage to improve the vocabulary level of the student. Outside materials will enhance the learning process by
presenting the student with opportunities to apply learned skills. Students will be given objective and essay tests to
improve test-taking abilities (B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B6)
Course Calendar: This calendar is subject to change. This calendar will be adjusted according to the needs of the
individual class. Hands-on work will include articles brought into the classroom and other activities. Internet
assignments may be included.
Week 1
Introduction
Week 2 Chapter 1
Week 3 Chapter 2
Week 4 Using a Dictionary
Week 5 Word Parts
Week 6 Vocabulary on the move
Week 7 Computers and information systems
Week 8 Law and Criminal Justice Vocabulary
Week 9 Health and Medicine vocabulary
Week 10 Educational vocabulary
Week 11 Business vocabulary
Week 12 Biology vocabulary
Week 13 Test
Course/Classroom Policies
Attendance is mandatory. Five minute grace period for late students. If arrival is after roll is taken, student will be
counted absent. Missed exams and class assignments—only school approved excused absences are to be made up—
student has one week to make up work.
Cheating—(including plagiarism) –paper will be taken up and a grade of 0 will be given Students are expected to
behave as adults.
Please refrain from texting or talking on your cell phone. Messages may be checked during breaks.
Class participation is expected. Late papers or assignments will NOT be accepted UNLESS on a school approved
absence—one week allowed to make up work. All papers must be typed.
Grades: If the student wishes to make an A or B in the course, the student will sign a contract for that grade.
For an A—No absences
Vocabulary tests—90% or above
Lab Completion—90%
Lab Scores—85%
For a B—1 absence
Vocabulary tests—85% or above
Lab completion—85%
Lab scores—80%
For a C—2 absences
Test scores—70%
Lab completion—75%
Lab Scores—70%
Student will repeat class
Admissions, employment, and program policies of Ranger College are nondiscriminatory in regard to race, creed,
color, sex, age, disability, and national origin.
ADA Statement: Ranger College provides a variety of services for students with learning and/or physical
disabilities. The student is responsible for making the initial contact with the Ranger College Counselor. It is
advisable to make this contact before or immediately after the semester begins.
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