University Success Strat-Found
USSD 105 - University Success Strategies: Reading and Study Skills
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
This highly interactive course teaches skills essential to a successful university experience, with a special focus on reading skills, thinking strategies and working in teams. The reading component includes textbook comprehension and retention, vocabulary development, study skills and critical thinking. Students also learn time-management, goal setting, note taking, memory techniques, test-taking and presentation skills.
Notes:
- Students may not enrol in USS 100 and USSD 105 concurrently.
USSD 110 - Reading Dynamics
3.00 credits
(4,0,0)
15 wks
Participants learn and practice flexible and efficient reading skills at the college level. Strategies for increasing speed, improving vocabulary, reading comprehension, memory, and critical thinking are also included.