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Department Mission

In response to the needs and goals of a diverse student population, the Department of English at Phoenix College will provide a learning environment that addresses students' life-long needs in written communication, literature, and the humanities. To this end, competency based courses will be offered that enhance student learning and the development of writing skills. Sequences of course in English, developmental English, ESL, and creative writing enable students to attain writing skills and educational, occupational, and special-interest goals. Courses in literature and humanities support students' transfer and life-long learning goals. All courses and services offered by the Department will support student learning and student educational needs or occupational goals.

Department Goals

1. Students will use writing skills to communicate effectively.
2. Students and faculty will employ the latest technology that benefits writing.
3. Students will learn to think critically when they write and read.
4. Students will display an understanding of multiculturalism in their writing and in their reading of literature.
5. Faculty will enhance student learning by using the most appropriate methods, materials, and equipment.
6. Faculty will retain students in class by enabling or enhancing student success.
7. The Department will make available people, equipment, and services that facilitate student learning.
8. The Department will offer college classes, workshops, and activities that satisfy both traditional and non-traditional students' divergent needs.
9. The Department will provide equipment and supplies to teachers so they will enable students to learn most effectively.
10. The Department will offer continuous daily services to students and faculty in order to enhance student learning.
11. The Department will recruit and retain faculty committed to departmental mission and goals.
12. The Department will serve as an intellectual and cultural resource for students and community.

Revised 7/9/01.

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