Developmental Studies courses must be taken each quarter until program requirements have been met. Students disregarding Developmental Studies requirements are administratively withdrawn from the University. In addition, a hold is placed on the student's record which blocks future registration. An introduction to college reading and study skills with added instruction in vocabulary development and adjusting rates of reading. A laboratory experience to increase facility in reading comprehension and study skills.
Emphasis is on personal writing.
Readings from contemporary prose that provide models and examples for student writing are required. Supplementary practice and instruction in the writing laboratory are also required. Writing II continues the study of developmental skills begun in Writing I. Emphasis is on expository writing. Students are required to read examples of expository prose. The writing laboratory is required.