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Reading OpenCourseWare: A Free Undergraduate Reading Course by The Open University

Published Feb 10, 2009

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Reading to absorb new information is different than kicking back with a novel. This free OpenCourseWare from the Open University aims to help first-year college students be prepared for their ensuing education. Consider taking the course 'Reading' if you are entering an associate's or bachelor's degree program. High school students may benefit as well.

Reading: Course Specifics

Degree Level Free Audio Video Downloads
Undergraduate Yes No No Yes

Lectures/Notes Study Materials Tests/Quizzes
Yes Yes No

Reading: Course Description

This is a straightforward study skills course, teaching techniques like questioning and looking up words to better understand the material. It also examines reading critically and actively and choosing a good environment in which to read. The structure is didactic (instructive), but the material is presented in chunks of manageable size.

This course includes lectures and study material. To learn faster and more completely using the written word, go to the reading course page.

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