WR 105 Academic Support for Writing

1. Use reading techniques, such as previewing, scanning, and skimming to increase reading fluency and comprehension. 
2. Use strategies to critically read assigned texts for Writing courses (WR090-WR122).
3. Apply multiple strategies to learn academic vocabulary related to Writing courses (WR090-WR122)
4. Participate effectively in the writing process.
5. Analyze information and ideas gained from Writing courses (WR090-WR122) to complete written assignments and exams.
6. Use technology necessary to be successful in Writing courses (WR090-WR122).
7. Use college resources to enhance learning in Writing courses (WR090-WR122).
8. Utilize study habits, time management tools, and learning strategies that promote success in the concurrent Writing course (WR090-WR122).

• Previewing the textbook and reading assignments
• Distinguishing main ideas and details
• Reading critically
• Integrating new information with background knowledge
• Use multiple study-reading strategies to improve reading comprehension and retention (before, during, and after reading strategies)

Writing Strategies

• Writing process
  • Pre-Writing
  • Drafting
  • Thesis development
  • Peer review
  • Revising
  • Editing
• Familiarity with tools and resources to assist in writing improvement and development
• Summarizing
• Analyzing and synthesizing information

Learning to Learn 

• Understanding the culture and expectations of college learning
• Strategies for promoting growth mindset and personal agency
• Strategies and resources for independent learning
• Time  management

• Student/teacher interaction
• Student/student interaction, group work
• Recognizing and developing skills that promote student success

• Technology necessary for college success
• Reinforce seeking and using college academic resources, such as the Writing Center, library, Student Computer Center, and tutoring services