What is a QEP?

JSCC's Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is a five-year plan that focuses on improving student learning or student success in a specific area. It is a key part of the college’s accreditation renewal process.

Our current QEP topic is Advancing Academic Access in Gateway Courses.

Learn more in our QEP FAQ below.

QEP FAQ

QEP FAQ

What is a QEP?

The Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) is a key part of the college’s accreditation renewal process with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). It is a five-year plan that focuses on improving student learning or student success in a specific area. Every college must create a QEP to show its commitment to helping students thrive. The plan is developed with input from people across the college, including faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders. A strong QEP includes a clear topic, measurable goals, and a strategy for reaching those goals. It also includes a way to track progress and make improvements over time.

What is the title of our QEP?

Advancing Academic Access in Gateway Courses

What is the overall goal of our QEP?

The overall goal of Advancing Academic Access is to increase engagement with academic support services. Our plan focuses on students in gateway courses (ENG 1010, MATH 1010, MATH 1530) by helping them sharpen their academic performance, build endurance through academic challenges, and boost academic self-confidence.

What are the desired outcomes of our QEP?

1. JSCC will report an increase in passing grades (A, B, C) in gateway courses.
2. JSCC will report an increase in fall-to-spring persistence.
3. JSCC will report an increase in fall-to-fall retention.
4. JSCC students will report an increase in academic self-confidence.