“In my writing classes I often call this strategic approach predatory reading or reading from the top of the food chain. Will you, the reader, consume what you need to get out of the text, or will the text consume you”   Keith Hjortshoj

The transition to from reading in high school to reading in college is difficult for many students; here at the WRSL we will work with you to make this transition easier.
These are some of the elements we will work with you on:

• Reading comprehension
• Retention
• Prereading strategies
• Vocabulary building
• Identification of main ideas
• Note-taking tips

You may also wish to take advantage of “Readers Edge” a computer program intended to help you read faster and retain more information. This is available for students on the Pathways computers.