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Center for Curriculum and Transfer Articulation
Problem Solving and Reading in the Workplace
Course: RDG086

First Term: 1989 Fall
 Lecture   1 Credit(s)   1 Period(s)   1 Load  
Subject Type: Occupational
Load Formula: S


Description: Small cooperative group setting used to discuss readings to enhance comprehension, oral communication, and problem solving skills. Emphasis on evaluative reading and thinking skills as applied to overall job performance. Previewing; determining main points and purpose of general and work-related materials; interpreting charts and graphs



MCCCD Official Course Competencies
1. Using reading, participate actively in group problem-solving discussions in the workplace. (I-VI)
2. Evaluate constructively the analysis of reading materials by peers. (I-VI)
3. Develop, implement, and complete an individualized reading plan. (I)
4. Preview, find main ideas, draw conclusions, and synthesize information from work-related reading materials. (II)
5. Evaluate controversial technical or professional materials. (III)
6. Interpret tables, graphs, flow charts, maps, and timelines. (IV)
7. Solve basic arithmetic and simple logic word problems by reading. (V)
8. Apply reading skills in solving a work-related production problem. (VI)
MCCCD Official Course Competencies must be coordinated with the content outline so that each major point in the outline serves one or more competencies. MCCCD faculty retains authority in determining the pedagogical approach, methodology, content sequencing, and assessment metrics for student work. Please see individual course syllabi for additional information, including specific course requirements.
 
MCCCD Official Course Outline
I. Becoming a Better Reader
   A. Reading Techniques
   B. Diagnosing Strengths and Weaknesses
   C. Setting Goals
   D. Making a Plan
   E. Work-Related Reading Problems
   F. Constructive Evaluation
   G. Group Problem-Solving
II. Work Related Reading Materials
   A. Previewing
   B. Finding Main Ideas
   C. Drawing Conclusions
   D. Noting Organization
   E. Synthesizing Information
   G. Group Problem-Solving
III. Evaluating Reading Materials
   A. Distinguishing Between Fact and Opinion
   B. Evaluating Differing Viewpoints
   C. Recognizing Generalizations
   D. Recognizing Biased/Slanted Writing
   E. Evaluating Arguments
   F. Synthesizing Information
   G. Constructive Evaluation
   H. Group Problem-Solving
IV. Charts and Graphs
   A. Reading Tables
   B. Examining Graphs
      1. Bar Graphs
      2. Line Graphs
      3. Symbol Graphs
   C. Reading Flow Charts
   D. Reading Maps
   E. Using Timelines
   F. Work-Related Graphics Problems
   G. Constructive Evaluation
   H. Group Problem-Solving
V. Basic Arithmetic and Simple Logic Word Problems
   A. Basic Arithmetic Word Problems
      1. Looking for Main Ideas
      2. Identifying Concepts
      3. Deciding Which Facts Are Relevant
      4. Translating to Math Symbols
      5. Arriving at Solution
   B. Simple Logic Word Problems
      1. Drawing Conclusions
      2. Making Inferences
      3. Judging Accuracy
   C. Work-Related Arithmetic and Logic Problems
   D. Constructive Evaluation
   E. Group Problem-Solving
VI. Work-Related Production Problem
   A. Effective Reading Techniques
   B. Simulated Problem
   C. Constructive Evaluation
   D. Group Problem-Solving
 
MCCCD Governing Board Approval Date: 6/6/1989

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