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DEVELOPMENTAL STUDIES

The Adult Basic Education Discipline has recently changed its name to
Developmental Studies. This change was effected to reflect more accurately the
nature and scope of the courses offered by the Discipline. Developmental Studies
courses cover a variety of subject areas viewed as preparatory for further learning in
a number of situations: vocational training, career/technical programs, or academic
coursework. In addition, students may enroll in Developmental Studies courses as
ee to write the GED tests or for personal upgrading goals. Courses offered
include:

Mathematics (DVST 110, 210, 310 and 410)
Learning and STudy Skills (DVST 140, 240, 340)
Literacy (DVST 120)

Developmental Reading (DVST 260, 360, 460)
Spelling (DVST 220, 320)

Writing (DVST 250, 350, 450)

Word Study - phonics (DVST 230)

Courses which may be offered in the future, depending on funding and personnel,
include:

Science (DVST 370, 470)

Biology (DVST 472)

Chemistry (DVST 474)

Physics (DVST 476)

Social Studies (DVST 380 - outline in progress)

The majority of courses are covered at levels from Fundamental through
ADvanced (Provincial Articulation nomenclature, Advanced Level corresponding to
a grade 11 equivalent).

The emphasis of coursework in Developmental Studies, because it is preparatory
for further learning, is the development of Icarning and academic skills necessary to
success in other, higher-level coursework. Courses, thus, attempt to replicate to some
degree the type of content and teaching mode which exists in vocational,
carcer/technical or academic programs. At the same time, skills development is the
focus.

In addition to classroom-based instruction, Developmental Studies provides
tutorial instruction for learners functioning at the lower end of the Fundamental Level
whoare unable or, for varied reasons, unwilling to participate in classes. The I-CARE
(Individualized Community Adult Reading Education) Program provides
assessment, individualized learning programs, trained tutors and access to College
resources for such learners. Volunteer tutors are offered initial training through
workshops practicum placements, access to College resources and ongoing in-service
training.

Courses and I-CARE tutoring are offered at both the Royal Avenue and Maple
Ridge campuses, and day as well as evening instruction is available.

For further information, please contact the Developmental Studies Convenor, Mae
Burrows. She can be reached at Local 4213, or a message may be left with the
curriculum field base secretary, Judy Murray, at Local 4200.

 

 

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Faculty/staff if you leave the College
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KEYS BACK TO PHYSICAL
PLANT FOR RE-ASSIGNMENT.

Requests for additional keys must
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after it has been approved by your
DIRECTOR OR CHAIRPERSON.

Keys will be issued:

Monday - Wednesday - Friday

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Room 4800
From: Terry Leonard

LIBRARY
ORIENTATIONS FALL
SEMESTER

Many faculty will have received
library orientation booking forms in the
mail.

If not, please contact Jacquie Ticknor,
Orientation Assistant, at local 2108.

Any other questions or comments,
please call Jean Cockburn, Orientation
Librarian, at local 2119.

 

 

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