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Developmental Writing & Reading |
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The ASC offers one writing class and one reading class
to help prepare students for their college level classes. Placement in these courses is based on COMPASS, ACT
and/or SAT scores and advisor recommendations.
Credits for these courses DO NOT apply toward
graduation requirements nor do they fulfill Academic
Foundations requirements. However, the credits do count
towards enrollment status for financial aid. |
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Course |
Writ 095
Developmental Writing |
RD 101
Reading Improvement |
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Course Description |
Reviews basic grammar with emphasis on sentence structure
and mechanics. Also
presents basic writing considerations,
especially paragraph organization and development of the
multi-paragraph essay. |
This course provides instruction and practice in
applying active reading strategies, improving comprehension
in content areas, demonstrating critical thinking skills in
responding to individual content area reading assignments,
and increasing vocabulary to improve academic success.
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Who should take this course? |
Students with the following placement scores:
COMPASS: 33-86 Writing
SAT: up to 480
ACT: up to 19 |
This class is beneficial for any student wanting to get more out of
his/her college textbooks.
It is also highly recommended for students with the following placement scores:
COMPASS: 0-79 Reading
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Course Materials |
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