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Learning Assistance (LERN)

LERN 48  Basic Math Skills Review

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lecture: 54   

Math fundamentals: adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing whole numbers, and adding, subtracting and multiplying decimals. Emphasis on math learning strategies such as organization and managing math anxiety.

LERN 49  Math Skills Review

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: LERN 48 or appropriate placement

Improves knowledge of basic math. Includes operations and applied problems in whole numbers, fractions, decimals, proportions, percents, and integers. Covers math study strategies such as learning preferences and self-assessment.

LERN 81  Improving Writing

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lecture: 54   

Develop as a writer through practice and reflection. Improve writing process and product through prewriting, writing, editing, and revising. Develop writing strategies and confidence in a community of writers.


Library & Instructional Media (LIBR)

LIBR 1  Library Research Methods and Resources

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 54   
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Development of academic research plans to answer research questions with selection, synthesis, and ethical use of sources. Includes research question development and modification, use of a variety of types of sources, synthesis and communication of ideas, and attribution and citation of sources.

LIBR 1A  Introduction to Library Research

1 Unit (Degree Applicable, CSU, UC)
UC Credit Limitation

Lecture: 18   
Advisory: Eligibility for ENGL 68

Introduction to academic research, with finding, evaluating, and citing sources. Includes research topic development, search techniques, criteria to evaluate information, and ethical use of sources. This class is recommended for students who have not taken LIBR 1.


Reading (READ)

READ 70  Approaches to Reading

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lecture: 54   

Entry level reading course which includes comprehension, vocabulary strategies, and self-reflection on reading.

READ 80  Exploring Reading Strategies

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for Pass/No Pass only)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: READ 70 or appropriate placement

Reading comprehension, vocabulary strategies, and self-awareness of reading capabilities using narrative and expository text.

READ 90  Reading College Texts

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: READ 80 or appropriate placement on assessment measures

Examine cross-disciplinary college-level texts and apply critical reading and vocabulary strategies. Emphasis on integration and synthesis of academic information through vocabulary acquisition, cross disciplinary textbook analysis, comprehension, and critical thinking as applied to all types of academic reading including digital texts.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202421720READ:90MW8:00am - 9:25amD. Rowley6-131
Fall 202421721READ:90MW9:45am - 11:10amD. Rowley6-131
Fall 202421722READ:90MW11:30am - 12:55pmD. Kelly6-131
Fall 202421723READ:90TR8:00am - 9:25amS. Ezzell6-130
Fall 202421724READ:90TR9:45am - 11:10amS. Ezzell6-130

READ 100  Analysis and Critical Reading

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   
Prerequisite: ENGL 1A or ENGL 1AH or ENGL 1AM or AMLA 1A and READ 90

Critical reading course focusing on the development and refinement of critical thinking and composing process necessary to evaluate and produce academic and argumentative writing in a cross-disciplinary framework. Instruction in methods of critical reasoning, inquiry-driven research, interpretation, analysis, and evaluation of a variety of academic texts across disciplines.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202421031READ:100TR9:45am - 11:10amO. ChanNotEntered-XXXX
Fall 202421703READ:100TR11:30am - 12:55pmO. ChanNotEntered-XXXX

Studying Techniques (STDY)

STDY 80  Foundations for Academic Success

3 Units (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 54   

College success course emphasizing academic achievement that promotes learning through self awareness, time management, listening, note taking, oral and written communication, test taking, memorization, and the use of campus resources using a brain-based perspective.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202421737STDY:80F8:00am - 11:10amNotEntered-XXXX

STDY 85A  Basic Overview of Strategies for Academic Success

1 Unit (Not Degree Applicable)
Lecture: 18   

College success study techniques course emphasizing memory, motivation, note-taking, test-taking, and time management strategies.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202421740STDY:85AF12:00pm - 1:05pmNotEntered-XXXX

STDY 85C  Success Skills for Online Learning

1 Unit (Not Degree Applicable)
(May be taken for option of letter grade or Pass/No Pass)
Lecture: 18   

Prepares students to take online classes and introduces students to strategies for online learning. Introductory college success course overview for online learning using a brain-research perspective emphasizing success strategies.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202421743STDY:85CF1:15pm - 2:20pmNotEntered-XXXX

STDY 100  University-level Practices for Academic Success

3 Units (Degree Applicable, CSU)
Lecture: 54   

Advanced transfer-level college success course emphasizing research-based effective practices for academic success, including self-knowledge and self-regulation, learning theories, preparation for transfer, academic study strategies, health and wellness, and critical thinking.

TermCRNCourse TitleDayTimeInstructorLocation
Fall 202424460STDY:100W1:30pm - 3:35pmA. MedinaOCAM-GANHS
MW1:30pm - 3:35pmA. MedinaOCAM-GANHS
M1:30pm - 3:35pmA. MedinaOCAM-GANHS
MW1:30pm - 3:35pmA. MedinaOCAM-GANHS
MW1:30pm - 3:35pmA. MedinaOCAM-GANHS
Fall 202424464STDY:100TR1:30pm - 3:05pmN. Salazar; O. ChanOCAM-GANHS
T1:30pm - 3:05pmN. Salazar; O. ChanOCAM-GANHS
TR1:30pm - 3:05pmN. Salazar; O. ChanOCAM-GANHS
TR1:30pm - 3:05pmN. Salazar; O. ChanOCAM-GANHS
Fall 202424465STDY:100TWR11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
TW11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
TWR11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
TR11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
TWR11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
TWR11:35am - 12:40pmOCAM-VAHS
Fall 202424867STDY:100TF10:20am - 11:45amD. RowleyOCAM-AFF
TF10:20am - 11:45amD. RowleyOCAM-AFF
Fall 202424868STDY:100TF8:35am - 10:00amD. RowleyOCAM-CJP
TF8:35am - 10:00amD. RowleyOCAM-CJP
Fall 202424869STDY:100TF1:00pm - 2:25pmD. RowleyOCAM-ROCK
TF1:00pm - 2:25pmD. RowleyOCAM-ROCK
Fall 202424899STDY:100TR11:35am - 12:40pmO. ChanOCAM-VAHS
TR11:35am - 12:40pmO. ChanOCAM-VAHS

Tutor Training (TUTR)

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