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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 2008

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.

LCOM: Succeeding in College and Math
Math 050-0L1
LRNS 111-0L1
 LCOM: Fundamental Mathematics
LCOM: College Success		 3.0
3.0		 TTH
TTH		 8:30-9:45
10:00-11:15		 Brown
Walton
LCOM: Math and Math Support
MATH 095-0L1
MATH 095-0L1
 LCOM: Pre-Algebra
LCOM: Pre-Algebra		 4.0
3.0		 MWF
MWF		 8:30-9:55
10:00-10:50		 Gonzales
Brown
MATH 095-0L2
LRNS 095-0L2 		LCOM: Introductory Algebra
LCOM: Math 095 Skills		 4.0
3.0		 TTHF
TTHF		 10:00-11:25
11:30-12:20		 G. Williams
Brown
MATH 095-0L3
LRNS  095-0L3
 LCOM: Introductory Algebra
LCOM: Math 095 Skills		 3.0
3.0		 TTH
TTH		 4:00-6:15
6:20-7:45		 Gorman
Thom
MATH 096-0L1
LRNS  096-0L1
 LCOM: Introductory Algebra
LCOM: Math 096 Skills		 4.0
3.0		 MWF
MWF		 11:30-12:55
1:00-1:50		 Baade
Walton
LCOM: Embedded Technical Writing in Career and Technical Programs*
These are embedded learning community classes.  Students can enroll in either one of the English courses in the pairing if enrolled in the Energy or Trade program designated.    		  
ENGL 098-0L1
ENGL 118-0L4
 LCOM: Basic Tech. Comp. for IPOP only
LCOM: Tech. Comp. for IPOP only		 3.0
3.0		 MTW
MTW		 afternoon
afternoon		 Staff
Staff
ENGL 098-0L2
ENGL 118-0L5
 LCOM: Basic Tech. Comp. for IPOP only
LCOM: Tech. Comp. for IPOP only		 3.0
3.0		 MTW
MTW		 evening
evening		 Staff
Staff
ENGL 118-0L1
ENGL 218-0L1
 LCOM: Tech. Comp. for COMP only
LCOM: Adv. Tech. Comp. for COMP only		 3.0
3.0		 MTWTHF
MTWTHF		 8:00-10:30AM
8:00-10:30AM		 Penner
Penner
ENGL 118-0L2
ENGL 218-0L2
 LCOM: Tech. Comp. for DIME only
LCOM:  Adv.Tech. Comp. for DIME only		 3.0
3.0		 TTH
TTH		 10:15-11:30
10:15-11:30		 Staff
Staff

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