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Overview

Reading classes are designed for students who need to improve the ability to understand and retain materials read in college-level texts. Coursework emphasizes:

  • comprehension skills
  • study skills
  • vocabulary development

University Transfer

The class atmosphere is supportive of many university transfer programs. Classes are small enough that students are likely to know each other by name, and tuition starts at just 1/4 the cost of state universities for Maricopa County residents.

We are also located along the Light Rail starter line at the 38th Street and Washington stop.

Course Offerings

We offer many courses in reading to help students succeed, including RDG071 "Basic Reading." This course provides opportunities for practice and application of basic reading skills. Other courses include:

  • Reading Improvement
  • College Reading Skills

Please Note: Placement test scores or permission of the instructor is needed for entrance into reading courses.

Additionally, Critical and Evaluative Reading (CRE 101) is designed to develop students' thinking and reasoning at the college level. Upon successful completion of the course, student should be able to demonstrate critical thinking, effective reading, analytical writing, and research skills. CRE 101 is great course to take in preparation for English 102.

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