RED 0900 Syllabus
Reading 0900-300 Basic Composition II
Spring 2012
Illinois Valley Community College
Instructor: Tricia Haynes
Class Location: E 216
Email: Tricia_Haynes@ivcc.edu
Meeting Times: M/W/F 10:00am – 10:50am
Phone: 815-224-2720 ext. 6205
Office Hours: By Appointment
Course description: This course is designed to enhance student knowledge of word analysis,
vocabulary, and comprehension skills. It explores and practices critical reading and thinking.
Students will be introduced to study and test-taking strategies that promote academic success.
This course builds on students' strengths and is for those who need greater efficiency in the
reading skills necessary for academic success. IVCC college credit is awarded, but no
transferable college credit. The course is evaluated by a letter grading system; however, it is not
calculated into the GPA. Students must complete the course with a "C" or higher to satisfy the
requirement for Basic Reading II. Students must earn 80 percent of the total points available to
pass the course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Basic Reading I or appropriate score on
the Accuplacer Reading Test.
Expected Student Outcomes:
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able:
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To apply a systematic study plan to all academic work
To identify and practice reading strategies that improve reading comprehension
To have improved vocabulary
To have improved analytical reading skills
To work and study both individually and in collaboration with other
To appreciate the value of learning, self-improvement and career planning
To read and respond to a variety of literature selections
Required Text:
Henry, D.J. The Effective Reader. 3th Ed. Boston: Pearson, 2011.
Required Materials: 3-ring Binder with dividers
Three-hole Punch
Highlighter
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Assessment:
Student will be assessed on the following:
Homework
Novel Project
Portfolio
My Reading Lab (Online Lessons)
Study Skills
Novel Project
Final Exam
Other (quizzes, daily homework, portfolio, etc.)
Grading Scale:
A
B
C
F
94+
87-93
80-86
Less than 80
Expectations:
Attendance: You are allowed three excused absences as long as you contact the instructor
before each class to explain the absence. Instructor may request documentation regarding the
absence and this must be produced at the next class meeting. An unexcused absence will result
in a 10 percent deduction in your final grade. Four or more unexcused absences will result in
a failing grade or withdrawal from the course. Classes begin promptly at 10:00am. Anyone
arriving after the beginning of class is considered tardy. Three late arrivals will equal one
absence and will result in the 10 percent deduction from your final grade. We will be covering
material at a rapid rate and attending class and being on time will help you succeed.
Exceptions may be made at the instructor’s discretion.
Assignment Completion: All assignments are due at the beginning of class, and no late work
will be accepted unless an extension has been requested and granted. Extension must be
requested prior to the class meeting assignment is due via telephone conversation or email. If you
are absent, you must make arrangements for a hard copy of your assignment to be turned in or
you must request an extension. Assignments missed during an unexcused absence will not be
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made up. ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AS EMAIL ATTACHMENTS. Your
success in this class depends on your effort and dedication.
Maintain a Portfolio: You are expected to keep all course materials and work in a binder in
order to monitor your progression throughout the course. Tabbed dividers should be marked as
follows: HOMEWORK, VOCABULARY, RESOURCES, READINGS and STUDY SKILLS
Participate: All students are expected to actively participate in class discussions and activities.
Read materials and come to class prepared.
Do your own work. Plagiarism will result in disciplinary action and possible withdrawal
from the course.
Withdrawal Policy: Effective Summer 2011, students will have the ability to initiate a
withdrawal from classes. By completing the form in the Records Office or at
www.ivcc.edu/withdraw, the student is authorizing IVCC to remove him/her from the course.
Entering the student ID number serves as the student’s electronic signature. IVCC has the right
to rescind a withdrawal in cases of academic dishonesty or at the instructor’s discretion.
Students should be aware of the impact of a withdrawal on full-time status for insurance
purposes and for financial aid. It is highly recommended that students meet with their instructor
or with a counselor before withdrawing from a class to discuss if a withdrawal is the best course
of action for that particular student.
Cell phone/Texting/Internet policy: Cell phones should be turned off or made silent during
class. Students should focus on class discussions and activities and should not be sending or
receiving text messages. This class is held in a lab classroom and work is done on the
computers. Students should refrain from visiting Internet sites other than those necessary for
class (i.e. Facebook). This behavior is distracting to fellow students and the instructor and
inhibits learning.
Accommodations for Disabilities:
If you need support or assistance because of a disability, you may be eligible for academic
accommodations. If you are interested in learning whether you can receive these academic
support services, please contact the Disability Services Office or visit room B-204.
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Course Assignments:
Week One:
Introduction of Instructor
Diagnostic Test
Review of Syllabus
My Reading Lab: Diagnostic Skills Test
Lexile Test
Week Two:
Text: Chapter 1
Assignment: Review Test 2
Mastery Test 2
Novel: Read Chapters 1-3
My Reading Lab: Active Reading Strategies
Reading Textbooks
Study Skills: College Success Strategies
Week Three:
Text: Chapter 2
Assignment: Review Test 1
Review Test 4
Mastery Test 3
Novel: Read Chapters 4-6
My Reading Lab: Vocabulary
Vocabulary Development
Study Skills: Your Learning Style
Learning Strategies
In-class Strategies
Week Four:
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Text: Chapter 3
Assignment: Review Test 3
Mastery Test 4
Novel: Read Chapters 7-9
My Reading Lab: Stated Main Idea
Study Skills: Reading Textbooks
Week Five:
Text: Chapter 4
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 1
Novel: Read Chapters 10-12
My Reading Lab: Implied Main Idea
Study Skills: Vocabulary
Week Six:
Text: Chapter 5
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 1
Novel: Read Chapters 13-15
My Reading Lab: Supporting Details
Critical Thinking
Study Skills: Taking Notes on Reading
Week Seven:
Text: Chapter 6
Assignment: Review Test 1
Review Test 2
Mastery Test 3
Novel: Read Chapters 16-18
My Reading Lab: Outlining & Mapping
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Reading Rate
Study Skills: Reading
Week 8:
Text: Chapter 7
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 3
Novel: Read Chapters 19-22
My Reading Lab: Patterns of Organization:
Time Order
Process Order
Spatial Order
Simple Listing
Classification
Study Skills:
Week Nine:
Text: Chapter 8
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 2
Novel: Read Chapters 23-25
My Reading Lab: Patterns of Organization (cont.):
Compare & Contrast
Cause & Effect
Generalization & Example
Definition of Example
Study Skills: Study Strategies
Week Ten:
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Text: Chapter 9
Assignment: Review Test 2
Mastery Test 2
Novel: Read Chapters 26-28
My Reading Lab: Memorization & Concentration
Note Taking & Highlighting
Study Skills: Preparing for Exams
Week Eleven:
Text: Chapter 10
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 1
Novel: Read Chapters 29-31
BOOK REPORT #3 Due (Ch. 25-36)
My Reading Lab: Purpose & Tone
Week Twelve:
Text: Chapter 11
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 1
Novel: Read Chapters 32-34
My Reading Lab: Inference
Study Skills: Time Management
Week Thirteen:
Text: Chapter 12
Assignment: Review Test 1
Mastery Test 1
Novel: Read Chapters 35-37
My Reading Lab: Test Taking
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Study Skills: Communication Skills
Week Fourteen:
Text: Chapter 13
Assignment: Review Test 3
Mastery Test 2
Novel: Read Chapters 38-40
My Reading Lab: Combined Skills
Week Fifteen:
Combined Skills
Novel: Read Chapters 38-40
Week Sixteen:
Novel: Read Chapters 41-END
Novel Project
Mapping Skills
Graphic Skills
Week Seventeen:
Diagnostic Testing
Week Eighteen:
Finals Week TBA
The course syllabus is tentative and may be modified at the discretion of the instructor.
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The course syllabus is tentative and may be modified at the discretion of the instructor.