Developmental Studies
Johnston Community College students who demonstrate academic deficiencies in English, reading, and math are placed in appropriate developmental courses. These courses are designed to increase their aptitude in the subject and strengthen their preparation to pursue further education.
Initial student placement in developmental courses is based primarily on college placement scores; however, course enrollment may also be voluntary or recommended by the student’s faculty advisor. Students may take a combination of developmental and curriculum courses. Grades earned in developmental courses are not included in the grade point average and credit hours earned do not count toward graduation. The majority of developmental courses are offered every term, both day and evening.
Progression Criteria: A student taking required developmental courses must earn a grade of "C" or better in order to progress to the curriculum program or to the next pre-curriculum course level. A grade of "D" or "F" requires the student to repeat the course.
| English | Mathematics | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| ENG 070 | Basic Grammar* | MAT 050 | Basic Math Skills* |
| ENG 080 | Writing Foundations | MAT 060 | Essential Math |
| ENG 090 | Composition Strategies | MAT 070 | Introductory Algebra |
| ENG 090A | Composition Strategies Lab | MAT 080 | Intermediate Algebra |
| Reading | Academic | ||
| RED 070 | Essential Reading Skills* | ACA 115 | College Success & Study Skills |
| RED 080 | Introduction to College Reading | ||
| RED 090 | Improved College Reading | ||
*The evening section of these courses are offered only in the Academic Skills Center.
Faculty
- Shane Wells, Lead Instructor - Reading & English
- Sheryl Johnson, Lead Instructor - Math
- Shelia Jefferson, Instructor - Math
- Susan Austin, Instructor - English