Learning Communities
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Innovative combinations of courses emphasize learning through making connections among students, teachers and courses.
Students who have been a part of Learning Communities programs report that they were highly motivated to learn, found their learning to be meaningful, and as a result, experienced success in school. A Learning Community (LC) is an innovative approach to learning that links or integrates two or more classes. Students enroll in a block of 2 – 3 courses (4 – 9 credit hours) during the semester. A cohort of students and faculty work collaboratively in a friendly, supportive atmosphere. This creative approach provides more student-student interaction, more faculty-student interaction, and more connection between students and the college. |
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Honors
"Leadership That Makes A Difference"
(5 credits)
This Learning Community is designed for Honors students who are interested in developing and improving their leadership skills. Through readings, formal lectures from outstanding scholars, discussions, service learning, and many hands-on activities, we will discover universal leadership principles and skills and apply them to our own lives. Prerequisites: Admission to the PVCC Honors Program or permission of the
instructors.
*Total of 5 credits-students must co-enroll in all sections
HUM190 AA Honors Forum 1
CPH 34772 KSC 185 MW 10:30-11:45A M Auten
HUM190AB Honors Forum 1
CPH 34773 KSC 185 MW 10:30-11:45A M Auten
HUM190AC Honors Forum* 1
CPH 34774 KSC 185 MW 10:30-11:45A M Auten
*additional course fee of: $10
LDR101 Emerging Leaders I* 2
CH 34967 KSC 208 as follows... J Rubin
*additional course fee of : $75
Orientation: Friday, 9/30, 2:00-6:00P, KSC-208
Meeting #1: Friday, 10/7, 2:00-4:00P, KSC-208
Retreat: Friday-Sunday, 10/21-10/23
Camp Sky-Y (Overnight Retreat)
Day 1: 2:00P - 9:00P
Day 2: 8:00A - 9:00P
Day 3: 8:00A - 2:00P
Meeting #2: Friday, 11/4, 2:00-4:00P, KSC-208
Meeting #3: Friday, 11/18 2:00-4:00P, KSC-208
Banquet: Friday, 12/2, 2:00-6:00P, KSC-208
Contact : Counseling: (602) 787-6540
Emerging Leaders
"Exploring Psychology Through Writing"
(6 credits)
This Learning Community will help students better understand some of their life experiences. They will be given the opportunity to share their ideas and explore their behaviors through writing. They will be able to relate the concepts learned in psychology to their "real lives" which may help them gain insights and/or skills in problem solving. This Learning Community will introduce and help develop fundamental skills such as reading college level textbooks, writing formal and informal papers, engaging in collaborative learning, conducting research, and participating in oral presentations. These critical skills will be explained, reinforced, and applied in both classes. The students will also be a part of a classroom environment that is welcoming and safe which will help build their confidence.
Total of 6 credits -- students must co-enroll in both sections:
*Total of 6 credits — students must co-enroll in both sections:
PSY101 Introduction to Psychology 3
34285 M 105 MW 10:30-11:45A K Walker
ENG101 First Year Composition* 3
34918 M 132 MW 12:30-1:45P C Tabone
*Additional Course Fee $5
Contact: Kathleen Walker (602) 787.7307
kathleen.walker@pvmail.maricopa.edu
Christine Tabone (602) 787.6798
christine.tabone@pvmail.maricopa.edu
Students say:
“I like learning communities. They seem to unify and motivate our ability to be successful.”
“The learning community was one of the most effective ways to learn I have ever encountered.”
“I believe I learned more information and will be able to retain more information after completing these courses.”
