Diagnostic tests are used to individualize courses of study. Each student is tutored and works at his or her own pace. Courses may be taken for credit. Only one program may be taken. Individualized instruction stresses grammar, sentence construction, outlining, paragraph formulation, spelling, note taking and summarizing skills, practice in writing clear and concise answers to essay questions and expository writing.
Emphasis is placed on developing effective oral and written communications.
Students may use computers to improve writing skills and performance. Through the study of models, students practice the techniques of expository writing. Exercises provide each student the opportunity to master thesis development, essay organization and revision skills. Formal exercises in developmental reading and study skills provide a basis for approaching college work. Vocabulary and comprehension units add to students' understanding.