Announcement of Courses

The mission of the Learning Assistance Department is to provide a supportive environment that promotes active learning and encourages collaboration among members of our diverse community. Toward this goal, we assist students in achieving their academic, vocational, and personal goals through our academic-support program offerings: college success courses and workshops, peer-led small groups, student-centered peer and professional tutoring, and an open-access computer lab.

Learning Outcomes

Learning Assistance Department students learn to apply a variety of active learning strategies to their personal growth and values, academic study skills, critical and creative reasoning proficiency, tutoring abilities, and career exploration and development.

CREDIT, NON-DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

LERN M. Diagnostic Learning
LERN O. Diagnostic Learning
LERN P. Perspectives on Disability Rights
LERN Q. Main Idea Strategies for Reading and Writing
LERN R. Improving Receptive & Expressive Language
LERN S. Strategies for Problem Solving
LERN 64. Financial Planning for Academic/Career Success

LERN 10. Introduction to Tutoring
LERN 11. Advanced Tutoring
LERN 12A-12B-12C. Tutoring Work Experience
LERN 21A-21B. College Success for Intermediate ESL Levels
LERN 50. College Success
LERN 51. College Success Basics
LERN 52A-52B. Specific Study Strategies
LERN 53. Test Prep: Standardized Exams
LERN 55. Successful Online Learning
LERN 60. Career Success and Life Planning
LERN 61. Orientation to Career Success
LERN 62. Successful Job Search Techniques
LERN 63. Career Counseling for Work Experience

LERN 1000. Supervised Tutoring

CREDIT, NON-DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

LERN O. Diagnostic Learning (1)
Lab-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Repeat: The content of LERN O varies. A student may repeat LERN O if it is needed for the continued success of the student in his/her CCSF classes, and the student has demonstrated progress using the supports learned in LERN O.
Students who have completed DSPS O  may not enroll in LERN O.
An individualized course designed for students with cognitive disabilities, but open to all students. Focus is on instruction and practice of learning strategies related to support needed for one to two current CCSF classes. Students are assisted in using compensation strategies to use on assignments from their classes.

LERN P. Perspectives on Disability Rights (1)
Lec-2 (9 wks) .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Students who have completed DSPS P may not enroll in LERN P.
Disability, education, and employment rights. Acquire skills to understand rights and obligations to accommodations as provided under The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students with disabilities develop self-management and self-advocacy skills related to their accommodation rights and learn more about recent legislation related to disability rights.

LERN Q. Main Idea Strategies for Reading and Writing (1)
Lec-2 (9 wks)                                  P/NP only
Designed specifically for students with learning disabilities who are in English L, 90, 92, 94, 96, or any student in content courses involving reading and writing who wants to improve his or her reading comprehension skills and basic written expression skills. Examination of the prerequisite language and reasoning skills necessary for identifying the main idea in addition to textbook reading study skills.

LERN R. Improving Receptive & Expressive Language (3)
Lec-3, conf-1 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Repeat: max. 9 units
Not recommended for students enrolled in or who would be eligible for beginning level ESL 22 through 68
This is a course designed for students with disabilities. Students experiencing difficulties in completing multiple level tasks that require inner language functions such as listening, concentration and organizing information will benefit from this course. Emphasis is on developing prerequisite skills in selective attention, organizing inner language, comprehending auditory and visual information and producing organized verbal and written language.

LERN S. Strategies for Problem Solving (2)
Lec-2 (9 wks) P/NP only
Designed for students with learning disabilities but is open to all students. Practice and practical application in a variety of creative and critical thinking problem-solving process strategies presented for all learning modalities.

LERN 64. Financial Planning for Academic/Career (1)
Lec-1                                                       P/NP only
Critical analysis and practical application of topics related to career and financial planning as they relate to success in college. This course will provide students with financial planning and management tools for academic and career success. Appropriate for new and continuing college students.

LERN 53. Test Prep: Standardized Exams (0.5)
Lec-8                                                        P/NP only
Repeat: max. 1.5 units
Prepares students for standaridezed, timed tests. Each course focuses on a single test or subtest. Specific content for each course is determined by the particular test for which students are preparing.
LERN 53A. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CBEST English
LERN 53B. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CBEST Math
LERN 53C. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CSET English
LERN 53D. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CSET Math
LERN 53E. Test Prep: Standardized Exams: Ability to Benefit
LERN 53F. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CAHSEE English
LERN 53G. Test Prep: Standardized Exams-CAHSEE Math

CREDIT, DEGREE APPLICABLE COURSES:

LERN 10. Introduction to Tutoring (1)
Lec-1 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Prereq.: Acceptance into a CCSF Peer Tutoring Program
Designed for students who wish to tutor in the Learning Assistance Center, other tutorial programs, or classrooms.
An introduction to the theories and methods of effective tutoring. Tutoring responsibilities, lesson planning, study skills, questioning and modeling techniques, cultural awareness, subject area tutoring, and problem-solving. CSU

LERN 11. Advanced Tutoring (1)
Conf-1 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Prereq.: Completion of or concurrent enrollment in LERN 10
Designed for students who wish to tutor in the Learning Assistance Center, other tutorial programs, or classrooms.
Individualized training in subject matter tutoring techniques as presented by the Learning Assistance Center Coordinator or an instructor of a specific course or program. There will be weekly problem-solving conferences with an instructor by arrangement. Minimum one hour per week of regularly scheduled, instructor supervised tutoring will be arranged for each student. CSU

LERN 12A-12B-12C. Tutoring Work Experience (1-2-3)
Conf-1, work-3,6,9 .. .. . .. .. .. .. P/NP only
Prereq.: Completion/concurrent enrollment in LERN 10
Repeat: The content of this course varies. Students may re-enroll without repeating subject matter. Each course may be repeated a max. of 3 times. Total credit is limited to twelve semester hours no more than 3 units per semester.
Designed for students who wish to tutor in the Learning Assistance Center, other tutorial programs, or classrooms.
Individualized training in subject matter tutoring techniques as presented by the Learning Assistance Center Coordinator or an instructor of a specific course or program. Weekly problem-solving conference with instructor will be arranged for each student. Students will also receive a minimum of 3 hours per week of regularly scheduled, instructor supervised, tutoring per unit. CSU

LERN 21A-21B. College Success for Intermediate ESL Levels (1-1)
Lec-1.5 (9 wks) .. ... .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
Designed for students currently enrolled in ESL 42 through 68. LERN 21A is not a prerequisite to LERN 21B.
    LERN 21A: Organization, time management, goal setting, concentration, listening skills, note-taking strategies,
    decision-making strategies, and learning styles. CSU
    LERN 21B: Textbook study systems, memory techniques, examination preparation, and test taking strategies. CSU

LERN 50. College Success (3)
Lec-3 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..P/NP available
Not open to students who have completed IDST 50
A comprehensive course that integrates personal growth and values, academic study strategies, and critical and creative thinking proficiency. Life management, learning styles, personal and educational values, instructor-student relations, maintaining health, memory and concentration, lecture notetaking, textbook studying, subject-specific studying, test taking, using the library, critical analysis, problem-solving, and creative thinking. Emphasis on the attainment of life-long success in academic, professional and personal development. CSU/UC
LERN 50 = IDST 50

LERN 51. College Success Basics (1)
Lec-1.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..P/NP only
This brief course introduces students to basic  college success strategies: goal setting and time management, memory and concentration, lecture notetaking, textbook studying and test taking. CSU

LERN 52A-52B. Specific Study Strategies (0.5-0.5)
Lec-9 (hrs total) .. .. .. .... .. .. .. ..P/NP only
Repeat: max. 1.5 units ea.
LERN 52A not prerequisite to 52B.
This brief intensive course increases student success by introducing study strategies particular to a targeted academic discipline, or course or section within a discipline, or study skill area. CSU

LERN 55. Successful Online Learning (1)
Lec-1.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. ..P/NP available
Technology and study skills necessary to succeed in online courses. Includes online course navigation, course-related compouter competency, self-directed learning, online communications, and study skills for online learning. Especially for students new to online study and students who have been unsuccessful in online courses in the past.

LERN 60. Career Success and Life Planning (3)
Lec-3, field trips .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
An in-depth guide to career decision-making and career change and their impact on lifelong learning. Topics include self-assessment, assessment of the world of work, evaluation of options, occupational health, career development over the life span, influence of career choice on the family unit, role of addiction and recovery in career choice and development, and the creation of a career action plan. Focus is on the role of career development in contributing to a satisfying an healthy life. Helpful to people considering a career change or undecided about a college major. CSU

LERN 61. Orientation to Career Success (1)
Lec-1 .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .P/NP available
Constructing career success through integrating values, skills, and interests with an understanding of the emerging world of work. Topics include self-assessment, on-line and other career resources, and the construction of a plan for exploring career options. Appropriate for new college students as well as continuing students. CSU
Formerly LERN 40.

LERN 62. Successful Job Search Techniques (1)
Lec-1.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
A comprehensive job search course that addresses skills assessment, generating employment options, hard copy, electronic resources and job postings, research techniques, traditional resume types as well as keyword scannable resumes and cover letters, and interview techniques.  Emphasis on techniques to sustain healthy motivation for job search networking and development throughtout life. CSU
Formerly LERN 41.

LERN 63. Career Counseling for Work Experience (1)
Lec-1.. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. P/NP available
COREQ:  Concurrently working in a paid or unpaid position.
Repeat:  Max. 3 units
The seminar provides support and skill building experiences for students currently working in paid or unpaid positions.  The content addresses workplace objectives, and interpersonal, communication and problem solving skills and their work site application. CSU
Formerly LERN 42.

NONCREDIT COURSES:

LERN 1000. Supervised Tutoring (0)
Tutoring and learning assistance activities outside of class. A learning assistance course to assist students in achieving course objectives, or improving learning, study, or computer skills. Students work with faculty-recommended, trained and supervised tutors, and must have a referral to receive tutoring.