This course is designed for students needing preparatory instruction before entering ENG/RDG 071 and RDG 075. It offers practical application of study skills by using a variety of written materials. Students will learn to identify central ideas, supporting details, and to imply meaning from the text. In addition, they will apply annotating, note taking and summarizing skills in various content area materials. Vocabulary development will be an important component of instruction in this course.