Learning Communities Program
Learning Communities are collaborative teaching and learning experiences that team two or more classes taken together around a common theme.
Learning Communities: An Exciting Way to Learn and Teach
What are Learning Communities?
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Learning communities are two or more classes taken together and linked around a common theme.
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All sections of a learning community enroll the same students.
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Learning communities are collaboratively taught by instructors from different content areas.
Why enroll in a Learning Community?
In general, learning communities have been shown to:
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Increase student retention and academic achievement;
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Increase student involvement and motivation;
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Improve students’ time to degree completion; and,
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Enhance student learning.
What are the requirements to enroll in a Learning Community?
In order to enroll in a learning community, students must meet all eligibility requirements for a class in the community. Also, students must enroll and remain enrolled in all the courses in the learning community.
