What is developmental education?

The Department of Developmental Education, housed in the Community and Technical College at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥, aims to improve and enhance the success of students at all levels of academic preparation. Our goals include the following:

  • Make educational opportunity and success possible for each Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥ student
  • Develop the student skills and attitudes necessary for academic, career, and life goals
  • Assess students’ levels of preparedness and recommend appropriate classes
  • Enable student competencies for success in college courses, thus maintaining academic standards
  • Enhance retention of students
  • Promote cognitive and affective learning theory in all Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥ course offerings