Jun 28, 2025  
Academic Catalog 2025-2026 
    
Academic Catalog 2025-2026
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ELC-747 The Community College

4 semester credits


A comprehensive exploration of the community college system, focusing on its role in providing open access to higher education and preparing students for transfer and the workforce. Students study community college student demographics, and the challenges and opportunities facing these institutions. Students examine policies, practices, and leadership strategies specific to community colleges.
Delivery Method: Online
Grading Default: Letter
Learning Outcome(s):  

By successfully completing this course, students will be able to:

  1. Understand the historical and current open access mission of community colleges in higher education, including preparation for transfer and the workforce.
  2. Examine the unique challenges and opportunities faced by community colleges and their students.
  3. Analyze leadership and governance strategies tailored to community college environments.
  4. Develop policies and practices that enhance student success and institutional effectiveness in community colleges.



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