COS 102 - Advanced College Skills 3 cr.

This course is designed for intensive practice in reading, writing, study skills and critical thinking skills to enhance student’s ability to succeed in college. Using a hybrid/blended learning approach students develop independent learning and skills practice. This course also allows participants to become aware of their interest and aptitude and how they affect career choice. The course emphasizes inferential reading and study skills as well as some of the more complex research skills required of college students. This course may be a requirement for certain students based upon prior performance. Criteria for enrollment into COS 102: Students who test into ISP 074 (SCORE 69‐73) and MAT 098 or higher. Students who have passed COS 101 with a grade of C or better but wish to further develop student skills. Non‐traditional students who want to improve study skills, but are not in the On‐Track Development Program. Not open to students in the On‐Track Development Program or who are enrolled in COS 101. fall 2014, spring 2015