Definition of Basic Skills
Basic Skills are those foundation skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and English as a Second Language. In addition, it includes learning skills and study skills which are both necessary for students to succeed at the college level. As part of the Basic Skills Initiative, institutions provide programs that foster effective practices and activities which support the academic development of students. Such practices are validated by research and literature sources to ensure that students are authentically acquiring skills and that each student’s learning experience is optimized.
For more information regarding BSI, visit http://www.cccbsi.org/