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I am getting close to finishing all of my requirements for a BA in Liberal Studies from TESC, (pending evaluation). I still need 6 credits for English Composition, (ENG-101 & ENG-102), and 3 mathematics credits.
Now that Straighterline has been ACE approved, does that mean that TESC would accept these courses and they could fulfill the English Composition and math requirements?
I am currently studying for the CLEP English Composition w/Essay exam, but due to this phobia I have with timed essays and math, the Straighterline courses could be an alternative if they would be accepted.
Thanks,
-Jeff
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As long as these courses are on an ACE transcript I would say yes. If they take ALEKS I don't see why they wouldn't take courses from Straighterline. However, I would check with a TESC advisor because they should be able to tell you for sure. Good luck and congrats! When do you think you'll be finished? I'm still on track for June of this year myself.
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Thanks IrishJohn! Good luck to you as well. I would like to be finished by March of this year. I only need English Comp and Math credits. I have been able to get through a number of exams but have put off the two that I fear most till the end. Probably not a good idea, but that is what I have to deal with now. You are right, it is probably best to get TESC's blessing before pursuing that route. I plan on trying to CLEP out of the English and Math requirements, but I always like to have a backup plan just in case.
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For some reason I got the impression that TESC takes any class that is approved by ACE. Am I wrong?
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rickyjo Wrote:For some reason I got the impression that TESC takes any class that is approved by ACE. Am I wrong?
ACE approval is a good sign, but acceptance of credits is always up to the school. ACE is a credit recommendation, and a good one, but not a guarantee. The individual school always has final say. Policies differ from school to school, and TESC is no exception.
Getting written pre-approval from an adviser is always a good idea!
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01-26-2010, 06:04 PM
(This post was last modified: 01-26-2010, 06:43 PM by jeff.)
I sent the following question to TESC:
Quote:Could you tell me if the ACE recommended courses from
StraighterLine satisfy the requirements for English Composition I at Thomas Edison
State College? See description below.
English
Composition I(ENG101)
Credit Type: Course
ACE Course Number: 0005
Organization: StraighterLine
Location: Online
Length: Courses are the
equivalent of a full-semester - about 48 hours of student work over a 14
week period. However, the self-paced nature of the course allows students
to proceed as quickly or as slowly as they choose.
Dates Offered: 5/1/2008 - Present
Description: 48 hours. Students
will be able to explain and identify the steps involved in the writing
process; understand various types of writing including argumentative,
compare/contrast, descriptive, narrative, persuasive, and summary;
understand the correct use of research and the MLA citation process; and be
able to develop and organize essays that include a well-written
introduction (including a clear thesis statement), body, and conclusion.
Answer from TESC was:
Quote:Jeffrey,
This course appears to meet our criteria for ENC-101.
Regards,
Andrea O. Mirsky, M.Ed.
Academic Program Advisor
I did not ask about ENG102 from Straighterline, but I would assume that if Straighterline's ENG101 satisfies the requirement so would ENG102. So this may be another option for those who need it.
Would it be safe to consider this TESC's blessing to proceed with these classes?
-Jeff
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Great news, English is the one I fear the most. I think clep is not even an option. banghead
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