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Developmental education coursework prepares students to be successful in
college-level courses in reading, writing, mathematics and intensive English
language instruction. All developmental courses are fee-based credit courses,
however, they do not count toward a degree or certificate. Grades earned in
developmental courses will appear on the student’s transcript, but will not be
calculated into the student’s grade point average. Classes
are offered in a traditional classroom setting, online or hybrid that combines
the two formats.
Testing
Full and part-time students take the COMPASS placement test before registering
for developmental classes. Some developmental classes also will require students
to complete a pre-test during the first class period. The in-class test is used
to insure that students are properly placed. The pre-test results also are
compared with the final exam grades to evaluate course effectiveness. This test
does not count toward a student’s grade in the course.
Courses
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Communication
All students must take placement tests prior to registering for English
composition courses COM-090 or higher unless they have completed
college-level English courses with a “C” or higher, or received a score of
20 or above on the ACT in both English and reading.
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Reading
Students who place into RDG-041, RDG-071 or RDG-091 must enroll in that
reading course their first semester and continue in the reading sequence
until RDG-091 is successfully completed.
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Math
There are seven developmental math courses. Not all math classes must be
taken sequentially. Students also can test out of levels and advance to the
next with an appropriate test score and teacher recommendation. Students
must take the COMPASS test for correct placement.
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Intensive English Language
Program
Three levels of speech, grammar and writing are designed for the non-native
English speaker. Residents of the district and international students may
enroll. Potential students should contact the Multicultural Student Affairs
Office for advising. The COMPASS-ESL test is required for placement.
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Office Location: B260 |
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Telephone: (708) 974-5340 |
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Fax: (708) 274-0022 |
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