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New Ways to Dream Alternatives to the Math and English Associate Degree Requirements

New Ways to Dream Alternatives to the Math and English Associate Degree Requirements. Presentation to the CCCCIO Fall 2006 Conference Jacqueline Jacobs, Pasadena City College John Spevak, Merced College Pam Eddinger, Moorpark College. Raise Minimum to One Level Above Current Standards.

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New Ways to Dream Alternatives to the Math and English Associate Degree Requirements

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  1. New Ways to DreamAlternatives to the Math and English Associate Degree Requirements Presentation to the CCCCIO Fall 2006 Conference Jacqueline Jacobs, Pasadena City College John Spevak, Merced College Pam Eddinger, Moorpark College

  2. Raise Minimum to One Level Above Current Standards • English 1A -or- • English course with same level, rigor, and entrance skills • CSU and UC Transferable • Intermediate Algebra -or- • Math Course with same level, rigor, and elementary algebra as Prerequisite • Not CSU or UC Transferable

  3. Timeline • Fall 2001 Academic Senate Began Inquiry • Fall 2002 to Fall 2004 Public Forums, Plenary and Faculty Institutes • Spring 2005 White Paper, CIO and CCCAOE Conferences • Spring 2005 Plenary Passage of Resolution 9.01 and 9.02

  4. Timeline • Post Spring 2005Engagement with CCCT, CCLC, CEOs, CIO, CSSO, and students • January and May 2006Consultation Council Consensus • September 2006BOG Approval and Anticipated System Office Implementation for Fall 09

  5. Why Raise Standards? • Workplace Demands College Level Skills Improved Wages and Opportunities • Mismatch: High School Exit Skills same as CC Graduation Competencies • Credibility of Associate Degree and CCs

  6. What Doesn’t Change? • Credit and Degree Applicability • Local Discretion to Implement Standards Higher than Minimum • Existing Testing Options • Alternative Courses Taught in or on Behalf of other Departments with equivalent Entrance Skills • Fiscal Impact (?)

  7. Survey Results • Question: Alternative Courses? • 41 Responses • Yes: 3 English 2 Math • Business English • Math with Engineering/Technology • Geometry • Questionable Transferability • “Aha” Moment with Jackie Jacobs…

  8. If We Can Dream It, We Can Do It!

  9. If We Can Dream It, We Can Do It! • Attitudes and Expectations • Administrators & faculty set the stage • Students get the message • Holistic and Intrusive • Caring and Support

  10. What Can Make The Dream Become a Reality? • Curriculum Changes or New Curriculum? • Relate Content to Real World • Delivery of Content vs Learning Style

  11. What Can Make The Dream Become a Reality? • Full Traditional Semester: 16-week session Lecture – Board - Homework • Fast track: Two 8-week sessionsComplete two classes in one semester • Modularize: Complete within 2 semestersFor those needing more time • ComputerizedFor those who prefer or do better in that mode • PCC Sample Offerings

  12. What Can Make The Dream Become a Reality? • Instructors With……. • Passion • Patience • Preparation

  13. What Can Make The Dream Become a Reality? • Psyche – Prep and Support for Students • Introduction of the Course – Clear and Positive • Include Fun Activities • Time Management and Good Study Habits • Academic Assistance via Tutors/ Groups/ Supplemental Labs, On-line Instruction, etc • Show Students How to Reduce Stress/Anxiety

  14. Where To Start? • Understand Where You Are Currently • The Deming Group

  15. An Exercise in Active Inquiry • Get Into Groups • Think About Learning Styles, Options, and Other Fun Factors • Brainstorm “Alternatives” • Report and Share • “Pick a Skeptic” to Present Counterpoint

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