Discipline: Mathematics
CIS-Computer Information Systems
ENG-English
REA-Reading
SPE-Communication Studies (Speech Communications)
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Riverside Community College District
Integrated Course Outline of Record

Mathematics 800


COURSE DESCRIPTION
800 Supervised Tutoring
Same as: CIS-Computer Information Systems 800
ENG-English 800
REA-Reading 800
SPE-Communication Studies (Speech Communications) 800
 Units:
 
Prerequisite(s):
and Student must be referred by an instructor or a counselor.

Co-Requisite(s): Student must be enrolled in at least one other course at the college. and
This course provides supervised tutoring, study skills development, and assistance in understanding college course assignments. Students receive individualized tutoring and small group instruction outside of class time in the Learning Center, which is designed to help achieve specific couse objectives related to college courses and/or to improve learning and study skills in specific subject matter. Content varies according to the course for which tutoring is sought. This course is open-entry / open-exit.
 
SHORT DESCRIPTION FOR CLASS SCHEDULE
Supervised tutoring, study skills development, and assistance in understanding college course assignments.
 
ADVISORY ENTRY SKILLS
None.

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
 Upon successful completion of the course, students should be able to:
General Education SLO
Critical Thinking
  Analyze and solve complex problems across a range of academic and everyday contexts
  Generalize appropriately from specific contexts
Information Skills
  Locate, evaluate and use information effectively
Communication Skills
  Write with precision and clarity to express complex thought
  Speak with precision and clarity to express complex thought
Breadth of Knowledge
  Use the symbols and vocabulary of mathematics to solve problems and communicate the results
Application of Knowledge
  Be lifelong learners, with ability to acquire and employ new knowledge

1.  Read and interpret assignments, including those that are computer-assisted. 

2.  Prepare completed assignments for the applicable instructor in accordance with class standards.

3.  Demonstrate knowledge of topics and course objectives related to a specific college course.

4.  Assess present knowledge for tutorial sessions by identifying content and problems for which assistance is needed.

5.  Identify personal learning style(s) and how best to approach the learning process.

6.  Demonstrate knowledge of study skills (or strategies for completing assignments and taking tests).
 
COURSE CONTENT
  TOPICS
 

The focus of this course is to provide for the pratical use of the resources available in the Learning Center so that students may strengthen and apply skills taught in a variety of courses.

1.  Topics and objectives embedded in the Course Outline of Record of the student's course.

2.  Specific learning techniques (i.e. strategies for reading comprehension, note-taking, effective computer use, test-taking, solving application problems, utilizing and enhancing/expanding learning styles).

3.  Identified deficiencies and desirable competencies in the necessary skills for course completion based on individual evaluation.

4.  Active learning skills, including articulation and self-evaluation of personal and academic objectives.
 
METHODS OF INSTRUCTION
 Methods of instruction used to achieve student learning outcomes may include, but are not limited to:

  • Individualized tutoring in a Learning Center based on specific referral advice from course instructor or counselor.
  • Computer-assisted instruction in conjunction with individualized tutoring needs.
  • Small group instruction (such as Study Group or Supplemental Instruction) targeting specific skills or concepts.
  • Demonstrate and inform students of alternative learning styles and study skills to help students recognize and master their strengths as well as improve upon their weaknesses.
 
METHODS OF EVALUATION
 Students will be evaluated for progress in and/or mastery of learning outcomes by methods of evaluation which may include, but are not limited to:

  • Observation of participation in the instructional process.  The number of hours the student accrues may be used as an indicator of the student's participation.
  • Student progress will be measured by success in academic courses for which they seek tutoring.
  • Surveys will be conducted to obtain the student perspective regarding services received.  (These surveys will be used for improvement of services offered through the Learning Center).
ASSIGNMENTS

Required Reading Assignments


Required Writing Assignments


Other Outside-of-Class Assignments
 
COURSE MATERIALS
 All materials used in this course will be periodically reviewed to ensure that they are appropriate for college level instruction. Possible texts include:

  • The materials will vary depending upon the course(s) for which the student requires tutoring.
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