We recognize that not all students come to college with the same level of skills nor do they progress at the same pace. In order to address this serious issue, we have developed basic skills online courses in the areas of

Mathematics
English Grammar and Writing
Study Skills, Reading Strategies, and Vocabulary Development

These courses have been designed in modules, so students can "shop" for the skill building courses that will best suit their needs. Students may choose from 1-4 non-degree credit hour classes. These courses are open entry in order to provide instruction when students need it.

• Students who need academic skills need strengthening
• Students who discover "holes" in their knowledge base at mid-term
• Students who need review prior to important assessments tests
• Students who find they need to supplement their semester credit hours load

The instructors for these courses are highly experienced in not only the traditional classroom, but also the virtual classroom. They are also the developers of the coursework.

• Marie Vanada - Lead Instructor: Developmental Education; Basic Skills Mathematics
• Randy Fletcher - Instructor: Developmental Education; Basic Skills English, Writing, Student Skills, Reading Strategies and Vocabulary Development
• Laura Hensgen - Instructor: Developmental Education; Reading Comprehension, Student Skills, Reading Strategies and Vocabulary Development

In-District - Tuition plus $35 per course
Out-of-District, Out-of-State, International - Tuition plus $40 per credit hour

(Tuition is presently $48 per credit hour/Tuition/ and Fees and subject to change)

For more information, you may contact:

Marie Vanada, Lead Instructor, Developmental Education
217.443.8732
mvanada@dacc.cc.il.us

Stacy Ehman, Director of Admissions ad Registration
217.443.8800
sehmen@dacc.cc.il.us

Or visit the Developmental Education web site at: www.dacc.cc/deved

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