Learning Communities

Make a Connection!

By enrolling in pairs of classes called learning communities at San Juan College, you have an opportunity to enhance your learning experience.

You will join a group of other students who will take these two courses together, which are often organized around a common theme. You can learn to build connections between subjects and with fellow students. Instructors of the two courses work together to connect content, activities and assignments.

Why participate in a learning community?

  • Connect ideas from two courses
  • Learn to think critically
  • Work with other students on common goals and projects
  • Give yourself a better chance at sticking with college

How to Enroll

Learning communities are listed as LCOM courses in the Course Schedule and are listed under both subject areas. Click here to login to WebAdvisor and search for courses

Types of Learning Communities

Penner with two StudentsInterdisciplinary pairs two courses at the developmental or college level. An example is The Brain Project: Freshman Composition (ENGL 111) and Introduction to Psychology (PSYC 120)

First-Year Experience pairs a College Success class with another course, generally in the studentís first year of college. For example, College Success Strategies (LRNS 111) and Basic Composition (ENGL 099)

Academic Support pairs a developmental math, reading or English class with a support class. An example is Fundamental Mathematics (Math 095) and Math 095 Skills (LRNS 095).

Embedded pairs an english or math course with a technical or vocational course. An example is Technical Writing (ENGL 118) and Manuel and Automatic Transmissions (AUTE 114).

Current Learning Community Offerings for Fall 2009

Listed as LCOM courses, learning communities can be identified in the Schedule of Courses under both subject areas.  These two classes are co-requisites, so you have to enroll in both to be in the learning community.  They are grouped here with their companion course.

Course ID Course Title Credit Days Starts Ends Room Instructor
 
Math and Math Support
MATH 095-0L1 LCOM: Pre-Algebra 4.0 TTHF 10:00 11:25 WCCU 1739 Williams
LRNS 095-0L1 LCOM: Math 095 Support 3.0 TTHF 11:30 12:20 WCCU 1305 Walton
 
MATH 095-0L2 LCOM: Pre-Algebra 4.0 MWF 11:30 12:55 WCCU 1743 Johnson
LRNS 095-0L2 LCOM: Math 095 Support 3.0 MWF 1:00 1:50 WCCU 1305 Walton
 
MATH 095-0L3 LCOM: Pre-Algebra 4.0 TTH 4:00 6:15 WEST W115 Gorman
LRNS 095-0L3 LCOM: Math 095 Support 3.0 TTH 6:20 7:45 WEST W115 STAFF
 
MATH 096-0L1 LCOM: Intro. to Algebra 4.0 TTHF 8:30 9:45 WCCU 1741 Johnson
LRNS 096-0L1 LCOM: Math 096 Support 3.0 TTHF 10:00 10:50 WCCU 1305 Brown
 
Biology Learning Community
BIOL222-0L1 LCOM: Invertebrate Zoology 4.0 TTH
F		 11:30
12		 12:45
1:50		 WCCU 1734 Hyder
BIOL 223-0L1 LCOM: Vertebrate Zoology 4.0 TTH
F		 10:00
10		 11:15
11:50		 WCCU 1734 Vanderbilt
 
Embedded Technical Writing in Career and Technical Programs
ENGL 098-0L1 LCOM: Basic Tech Comp for AUTE 111 3.0 MW 3:00 4:15 2302 Hackman
ENGL 118-0L1 LCOM: Basic Tech Comp for AUTE 111 3.0 MW 3:00 4:15 2302 Hackman
 
ENGL 098-0L2 LCOM: Basic Tech Comp for IPOP 3.0 TBA       Walter
ENGL 118-0L2 LCOM: Basic Tech Comp for IPOP 3.0 TBA       Walter

 

What Other Students Have to Say

Student with InstructorInterdisciplinary Student
"The whole class has been a positive experience for me. Taking both English 099 and Speech 111 together helped me to improve my understanding of my writing process and has also taken away much of my fear of talking in front of a group of people. Thank you so much for this opportunity."

First-Year Experience Student
"I worked a lot harder in this class and it taught me to work harder in my other classes. I think that I put more effort into them. I also found out a lot about myself and I enjoyed working with others."

First-Year Experience Student
"My most positive experience in this learning community was the individual attention I received from my instructors. They were always available to answer questions when I needed them."

 

For information about current learning community offerings, please consult the Schedule of Classes or contact:
Karla Hackman
505-566-3774
hackmank@sanjuancollege.edu