099. Basic
Mathematics 0-1 hours
0-1EX
Fundamentals
of mathematics, including percents, radicals, and operations
with Real numbers, using an individualized approach. This
course is designed to be taken concurrently with a natural
or social science course where the student has demonstrated
a need for remediation of mathematical concepts. Notes:
CR/NE grading if registered. Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 12.
| Sem
1 |
LRNS-099-01 |
Tu
2:30 or W 2:30 |
Ms.
Knight |
MODULE
1 |
|
LRNS-099-02 |
To
be arranged |
Ms.
Knight |
MODULE
2 |
| Sem
2 |
LRNS-099-01 |
Tu
2:30 or W 2:30 |
Ms.
Knight |
MODULE
1 |
|
LRNS-099-02 |
To
be arranged |
Ms.
Knight |
MODULE
2 |
102.
Mastering Skills for Efficient Reading 1 hour
1EX
A
module course designed to assist students to learn how to
read more efficiently in relationship to the purposes for
reading and difficulty-level of the materials. Scanning,
skimming, rapid reading, personal reading, analytical reading,
and study-type reading represent the six modes of reading
flexibility which will be taught. Instruction will be individualized.
(1 hour per module.) Notes: CR/NE grading.
Consent of instructor required. Enrollment Limit:
15.
| Sem
1 |
LRNS-102-02 |
To
be arranged |
Ms.
Boomer |
MODULE
2 |
| Sem
2 |
LRNS-102-01 |
Tu
or Th 1:30-2:20 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
1 |
LRNS-102-02 To
be arranged Ms. Boomer MODULE 2
103. Mastering
Skills for Effective Studying 1 hour
1EX
A
module course designed to help students acquire skills for
efficient ways to learn. A focus on time management, listening
skills, note taking, learning styles, and preparation for
exams helps students develop critical skills to improve
the learning process. Notes: CR/NE grading. Consent
of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 12.
| Sem
1 |
LRNS-103-01 |
TuTh
10:00-10:50 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
1 |
|
LRNS-103-02 |
TuTh
10:00-10:50 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
2 |
|
LRNS-103-03 |
TuTh
1:30-2:20 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
1 |
| Sem
2 |
LRNS-103-01 |
TuTh
10:00-10:50 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
1 |
|
LRNS-103-02 |
TuTh
10:00-10:50 |
Ms.
Ballard |
MODULE
2 |
104.
Analytical Reading Skills for the Liberal Arts Curriculum
1 hour
1EX
This module course is designed to assist students to negotiate
content area readings; it emphasizes evaluative techniques
and critical reading skills. Appropriate for both first-year
and upper-level students. Notes: CR/NE grading. Consent
of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 12.
Sem
1 LRNS-104-01 To be arranged Ms. Boomer MODULE
1
Sem
2 LRNS-104-01 To be arranged Ms. Boomer MODULE
1
105. Mastering
Skills for Algebra 1 hour
1EX
Standard
approaches to the symbols, rules, and patterns for using
the language of algebra in computational problem solving.
Linear and quadratic equations and inequalities, polynomials,
exponents, functions, and graphs will be emphasized. Appropriate
for both first-year and upper-level students who seek to
improve their coursework in mathematics or natural sciences
by strengthening their skills in algebra. Notes:
CR/NE grading. Enrollment Limit: 15.
Sem
1 LRNS-105-01 TuTh 11:00-11:50 Ms. Knight MODULE
2
106. Mastering
Skills for Trigonometry 1 hour
1EX
Standard
approaches to trigonometric functions, properties, angles,
arcs, graphs, identities, and conditional equations. Recommended
for students who seek to improve their coursework in mathematics
or natural sciences by strengthening their understanding
of trigonometry. Notes: CR/NE grading. Enrollment
Limit: 15.
Sem
2 LRNS-106-01 TuTh 11:00-11:50 Ms. Knight MODULE
2
107. Mastering
Quantitative Skills for the Natural Sciences 1 hour
1EX
A
module course to assist students in acquiring computational
skills essential to the mathematics required for future
coursework in the natural sciences. Symbols, notation, rules
of operations, decision making, problem solving, and modeling
will be emphasized. Appropriate for first-year students
who wish to improve their use of mathematics. Notes:
CR/NE grading. Enrollment Limit: 15.
Sem
1 LRNS-107-01 TuTh 11:00-11:50 Ms. Knight MODULE
1
108. Mastering
Quantitative Skills for the Social Sciences 1 hour
1EX
Standard
approaches for organizing information and examining relationships
within data samples. Linear equations, scatter plots, correlation,
basic statistics, hypothesis, probability, and decision
making will be emphasized. Appropriate for both first-year
and upper-level students who desire an introductory course
to statistics. Notes: CR/NE grading. Enrollment
Limit: 15.
Sem
2 LRNS-108-01 TuTh 11:00-11:50 Ms. Knight MODULE
1
109. Mastering
Communications Skills, I 1 hour
1EX
An
examination of effective techniques of communication, both
in groups and in peer relationships, including listening
skills, self-disclosure, body language, and assertiveness.
Additional topics include peer communication/counseling
theories, social skills, and public speaking. Notes:
CR/NE grading. Consent of instructor required. Enrollment
Limit: 12.
Sem
1 LRNS-109-01 To be arranged Ms. Gates MODULE
2
110. Mastering
Skills for Speaking English as a Second Language 1
hour
1EX
A
module course designed to develop further the spoken English
skills of non-native or bilingual speakers. Fluency in formal
and informal conversation, including the use of idiomatic
expressions, will be emphasized. Designed for incoming students.
Notes: CR/NE grading. Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 12.
Sem
1 LRNS-110-01 TuTh 9:00-9:50 Ms. Gates MODULE
1
111. Mastering
Skills for Speaking English as a Second Language 1
hour
1EX
A
module course designed to build upon skills developed in
LRNS 110 or to improve and refine high-intermediate speaking
skills of non-native or bilingual speakers. Notes:
CR/NE grading. Consent of instructor required. Enrollment
Limit: 12.
Sem
1 LRNS-111-01 TuTh 9:00-9:50 Ms. Gates MODULE
2
112. Mastering
Skills for Speaking English as a Second Language 1
hour
1EX
A
module course designed for the advanced student of English
as a second language to increase fluency, build vocabulary,
and practice the use and understanding of idiomatic English.
Notes: CR/NE grading. Consent of instructor required.
Enrollment Limit: 12.
Sem
1 LRNS-112-01 TuTh 1:30-2:20 Ms. Gates MODULE
1
LRNS-112-02 To
be arranged Ms. Gates MODULE 2
Sem
2 LRNS-112-01 TuTh 1:30-2:20 Ms. Gates MODULE
1
LRNS-112-02 To
be arranged Ms. Gates MODULE 2
114. Mastering
Communication Skills, II 1.5 hours
1.5EX
A
module course designed to provide practical experience in
audience analysis, organization and dissemination of information,
evidence gathering, critical listening, and speech delivery.
The underlying philosophy of this course is that speech
is a primary vehicle for self-presentation and social interchange
in which speech skills are central to personal and social
effectiveness. This course is designed to build upon skills
developed in LRNS 109. Notes: CR/NE grading. Consent
of instructor required. Enrollment Limit: 15.
Sem
2 LRNS-114-01 To be arranged Ms. Gates MODULE
2
115. Mastering
Computer Skills for Information Literacy 1 hour
1EX
A
module course designed to teach students how to use computers
to gather, analyze, and present information relevant to
their college course-work. Topics include E-mail, OBIS,
word processing, the World Wide Web, and Oberlin Online.
Designed for incoming students with little or no prior computer
experience. Notes: CR/NE grading. Enrollment Limit:
18.
Sem
1 LRNS-115-01 TuTh 3:00-4:15 Mr. Borroni MODULE
1
995. Private
Reading 1-3 hours
1-3EX
Consent
of instructor required.
