| Synopsis: |
The first reading text to focus on how to read college textbooks, "Bridging the Gap," by Brenda Smith continues to be the #1 textbook choice of developmental reading educators. Coverage of basic and critical reading skills. The readings and "Concept Preps " reflect a variety of academic disciplines, including psychology, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, computer science, communication and language, literature, philosophy, art, the sciences, business, economics, nutrition, and allied health. Paired readings link each longer, end-of-chapter academic selection with a short non-textbook excerpt, called "Contemporary Focus, " demonstrating the real-world relevance of the text selection. Those interested in improving readings skills at the college level. |