Reading Thresholds Author:Carolyn H. Fitzpatrick, Marybeth B. Ruscica Reading Thresholds helps basic readers develop analytical abilities and apply them to material they will encounter in college and in their careers. Students progress through a series of paragraph- and essay-length readings, moving naturally to longer selections as their confidence builds. The text's integrated treatment of reading, w... more »riting, and study skills; pedagogy using the SQ3R model; and encouraging tone guide students toward active and effective reading.« less