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LOS ANGELES CITY COLLEGE | 07-08 CATALOG [REV. 07/07]
Chair: Maryanne Des Vignes (323) 953-4000 ext. 2770 LIB103C www.lacitycollege.edu/resource/learningskills/index.html
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NOTE: Not every class is offered each semester. Refer to
the current class schedule for current class offerings.
PREREQUISITES: Specified prerequisites must be completed with a satisfactory grade or equivalent.
Registration takes place in the Learning Skills Center during the first fourteen weeks of the semester. Students will be placed at the appropriate language arts and/or mathematics level based on a diagnostic assessment in the following course offerings.
All Learning Skills courses are offered on a Credit/No Credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 1
Reading Comprehension
3 UNITS - (RPT 3) NDC
Individualized reading instruction for English as a Native Language (ENL) and English as a Second Language (ESL) students from beginning to advanced college level. Students will progress from reading sentences and paragraphs to short selections and excerpts from novels. Strategies are employed to help students with comprehension skills and vocabulary development. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate reading program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 2
English Fundamentals
3 UNITS (RPT 3)
This course is a review of beginning to advanced grammar. It is designed to cover the basic structure of the sentence, parts of speech, phrases, clauses, and agreement; using verbs, pronouns, and modifiers correctly; punctuation, clear reference, a glossary of usage, and capital letters. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate grammar program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 3
Vocabulary Development
5 UNITS - NDC
Learning Skills 03A, 03B, and 03C are small group conversation classes designed to provide ESL students with class activities that will expand their comprehension and use of spoken English. Through the use of role-playing, practice dialogues, and impromptu speaking exercises, students are given the opportunity to improve their oral communication skills in a small group setting. Learning Skills 03D is an individualized, self-paced vocabulary program designed on various levels of difficulty. This course focuses on continued vocabulary growth and development, as well as provides students with helpful strategies for understanding complex vocabulary words. Learning Skills03E-Occupational Vocabulary-is a specially designed course for students enrolled in the Child Development or Nutrition curricula. A placement test will be given to all students. Students may enroll through the fourteenth week of the semester.
LEARNING SKILLS 4
The Mechanics of Spelling
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
LS4 is an intensive spelling course designed for non-spellers. Emphasis is placed upon the use of a phonics, focusing on additive doubling, ie or ei, finding silent e, pronunciation aids, tricky endings, words often confused, plurals, capitals, apostrophes, and basic principles. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 6
Academic Study Skills
3 UNITS - NDC
This course will introduce students to academic study skills. Students will be introduced to making transitions to higher learning, first steps to self-discovery, time management, discovering how to learn, memorization, reading, note taking, test-taking strategies, critical thinking, communicating diversity, computer technology, health awareness, and career planning. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate study skills program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 7
Basic Composition
3 UNITS (RPT 3)
This course offers beginning to advanced writing instruction. Learning Skills 7 focuses upon basic sentence structures, paragraph development and essay organization. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate writing program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 8
R้sum้ Preparation and Job Search Skills
1 UNITS - (RPT 3) NDC
This course teaches how to write a resume and cover letter. In addition, job search techniques and job interview skills are explored. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program.
Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 9
The Metric System
1 UNIT - NDC
This course will introduce students to the concepts of the metric system such as length, perimeter, and area. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate metric system program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 10
Mathematics Fundamentals
3 UNITS - (RPT 3) NDC
Individualized review of basic mathematics skills involving whole number properties, order of operations, exponents, prime numbers, fractions, decimals, percents, ratio and proportion, simple geometry, statistical graph analysis, and signed numbers. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 11
Elementary Algebra
5 UNITS - (RPT 3) NDC
Individualized review of basic algebra skills including the language of algebra: equations and inequalities, polynomials, factoring; rational expressions; graphing and inequalities; linear equations; exponents and radicals; quadratic equations. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 15
Overcoming Math Anxiety
3 UNITS - (RPT 3) NDC
This course is designed to reduce math anxiety and build self-confidence so that math concepts will be comprehensible. This course is open to all students and offered in a small group setting. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program: LS15A-basic Mathematics, LS15B-Elementary Algebra, and LS15C-Intermediate Algebra. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 24
Theory & Practice of Tutoring
3 UNITS - NDC
This course is designed to provide theory and practice in tutoring sessions. Also, tutor training will be provided in each tutors discipline. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 26
Basic Skills
0 UNITS - NDC
Designed for the beginning non-literate, low-literate student with no previous background in English. Students with employment-related goals and no reading and writing skills in any language, should initially be placed at this level.
LEARNING SKILLS 27
Beginning Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL): The World of Work
0 UNITS - NDC
This course stresses the refinement of language skills in basic survival contexts related to the world of work. Emphasis is on the ability to understand and speak the language with sufficient fluency and accuracy to participate effectively at the workplace.
LEARNING SKILLS 28
Career ways Vocational English as a
Second Language (VESL)
0 UNITS - NDC
Designed for the ESL student as a supplement to a regular ESL class, intended to explore career paths and options for students. Student values, skills, interests and abilities are indicators of career pathways which are explored in this curriculum.
LEARNING SKILLS 40
Introduction to Learning Disabilities
1 UNIT - NDC
This course will explore the nature of learning disabilities, and the laws, accommodations, and services available for academic improvement. Through assessment, students will discover personal learning strengths and weakness to develop a plan for academic success. Eligibility for support services will be determined.
LEARNING SKILLS 41
Study Strategies for the Learning Disabled
3 UNITS - (RPT 2) NDC
This study skills class is specifically designed for students with learning disabilities who need multi-sensory techniques and strategies for coping with the demands of the colleges academic curriculum. Enrollment is intended for students with current functional limitations that impede or prevent the student from benefiting from their academic classes without this foundation and support.
LEARNING SKILLS 43
Adaptive Word Processing Operations
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
Offered on a Credit/No-Credit basis only.
This course is specifically designed for students with verified disabilities who require training with adaptive computer modifications and/or assistive technology using keyboarding, word processing, database management and other appropriate applications. Enrolling is intended for students with current functional limitations that require individually-paced training.
LEARNING SKILLS 49
Introduction to Computer Assisted Instruction Application
0.5 UNITS (RPT 3)
Introduction to Computer Assisted Instruction Application is designed to introduce all students to the computer as a tool for learning by using hands-on computer interactive programs. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 50
Introduction to CAI Applications Language Arts
0.5 UNITS (RPT 3)
Introduction to Computer Assisted Instruction in the Language Arts is designed to introduce students to CAI Programs in the Language Arts by using hands-on interactive instructional applications programs. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 52
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development (GED) Literature and Arts
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
Advisory: English 20 or LS1A, 1B, & 1C - Reading.
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the General Educational Development (GED): Literature and the Arts test. It will include critical thinking skills reading comprehension skills, interpret graphs, analysis in literature and the arts, tone and style/prose fiction, interpret poetry, interpret drama, interpret plays, interpret non-fiction and commentaries. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 53
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development (GED): Writing Skills
1 UNIT (RPT 3) NDC
Advisory: English 20, LS 1A, 1B, 1C-Basic Composition or LS 2A, 2B, 2C, English Fundamental.
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the General Education Development Test (GED): Writing Skills Test. . It will include basics grammar and usage skills, sentence structure, capitalization, punctuation, spelling, and the essay. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 54
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development (GED): Science Test
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
Advisory: English 20 or Learning Skills 1A, 1B, 1C - Reading.
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the General Education Development (GED): Science Test. It will include biology, earth science, astronomy, geology, meteorology, chemistry, and physics. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. This course is open to all students. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 55
Test Preparation for the General Education
Development (GED): Mathematics
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
Advisory: Math 105 or Learning Skills 10A, 10B, & 10C.
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the GED: Math Test. Concepts covered include basic arithmetic, metrics, algebra, geometry, statistics, and probability.
LEARNING SKILLS 56
Test Preparation for the General Education Development (GED): Social Studies
1 UNIT - (RPT 3) NDC
Advisory: English 20 or Learning Skills 1A, 1B, & 1C - Reading.
This course is designed to prepare students to pass the GED: Social Studies Test. It will include thirteen English Colonies, the Revolutionary War, inflation and its effects, various branches of government, time zones, anthropology, sociology, and psychology.
LEARNING SKILLS 185
Directed Study Learning Skills
1 UNIT (RPT 2)
This course allows learning skills students to pursue directed studies in reading, writing, mathematics and/or study skills on a contract basis under the supervision of Learning Skills Instructor. Consultation with the instructor on a weekly basis, plus independent work is required. A maximum of 3 units in Directed Study may be taken for credit. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 285
Directed Study Learning Skills
2 UNITS (RPT 2)
This course allows learning skills students to pursue directed studies in reading, writing, mathematics and/or study skills on a contract basis under the supervision of Learning Skills Instructor. Consultation with the instructor on a weekly basis, plus independent work is required. A maximum of 3 units in Directed Study may be taken for credit. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 385
Directed Study Learning Skills
3 UNITS
This course allows learning skills students to pursue directed studies in reading, writing, mathematics and/or study skills on a contract basis under the supervision of Learning Skills Instructor. Consultation with the instructor on a weekly basis, plus independent work is required. A maximum of 3 units in Directed Study may be taken for credit. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 485
Internet Research
1 UNIT (RPT 2)
The Internet Research course teaches students how to use search engines; basic and advanced searches with Boolean operators; how to locate, store, and retrieve materials in various content fields; how to critically evaluate these sources; and how to use cite electronic resources. Depending upon the diagnostic assessment, students will be placed in an appropriate program. Students may enroll through the twelfth week of the semester. Grades are on a credit/no-credit basis.
LEARNING SKILLS 900
Supervised Learning Assistance
0 UNITS - NDC
Prerequisite: Enrollment in any course at LACC.
Upon faculty/counselor referral, students will receive tutoring in designated subject areas in the Learning Skills Center. Cumulative progress and attendance records will be maintained for this non-credit, open-entry/open-exit course. No tuition will be charged nor will grades be received for enrollment in this course.
This course provides students with various note-taking methods and techniques for recording information for later recall and study purposes. Effective note taking skills will prepare students to take test. A placement test will be given to all students. Students may enroll through the fourteenth week of the semester. (Credit/No Credit)
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