ABED 80 Academic I-BEST Support

3 credits

This course supports students’ transitions into technical and academic programs. In this course, students will learn strategies for reading and writing effectively at a college-level, as well as academic and study skills that aid in the success of students entering technical and academic programs.

Prerequisites: ELL 50 or placement by assessment (NRS ESL 6 or ABE 4)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

Utilize various elements of a textbook (graphics, index, contents, etc.)
Implement note-taking strategies to produce accurate and meaningful notes
Apply organizational and time management strategies necessary to complete college-level work
Develop critical thinking skills through the analysis of social science or humanities content
Utilize reading strategies necessary to complete college-level work
Develop and use a writing process to brainstorm, organize, and revise compositions
Develop proofreading skills
Demonstrate the ability to produce academic writing, including proper use of mechanics, such as grammar, spelling, and punctuation

Total Hours: 30 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 30