Course Books and Materials

Non-fiction provides us with an opportunity to gain knowledge, deepen insight, and broaden our horizons. You'll learn a powerful approach to reading nonfiction and gain experience applying it to a variety of engaging, thought provoking books and other non-fiction materials.

You’ll learn the strategies that make it easy to manage your professional reading load and stay current on the changing concepts and developments in your field. Get more done in less time, and take less work home!

Few of us love to read textbooks, but when you're a student, they are a fact of life. Get through textbooks and other dense academic materials quickly, with strong comprehension and recall. This class makes it easy to stay on top of your coursework and be a highly successful student.

Reading short stories and novels is deeply rewarding, allowing us to explore worlds outside our everyday experience. In this class, you will have the opportunity to select, read, and discuss great works of literature.

With more than 1,000 books listed and described, the Lifetime Reading List has something for everyone. Whether you want to read fiction for the simple pleasure of getting lost in a good book, read nonfiction to expand your knowledge, or read the classics to gain a greater appreciation of human history, the Lifetime Reading List will help you chart your personal journey through the world of books.

With directions for home practice, a clear explanation of every technique taught in the program, and a helpful Frequently Asked Questions section, the Program Guide will help you make the most of the course.