| 11/21/2024 1:13:16 AM |
| New Course (First Version) |
| CATALOG INFORMATION
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| Discipline and Nbr:
CSKLS 741 | Title:
AC SKLS/GED PREP-MA/SC 1 |
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| Full Title:
Basic Academic Skills & GED Prep - Math/Science 1 |
| Last Reviewed:11/28/2022 |
| Units | Course Hours per Week | | Nbr of Weeks | Course Hours Total |
| Maximum | 0 | Lecture Scheduled | 0 | 17.5 max. | Lecture Scheduled | 0 |
| Minimum | 0 | Lab Scheduled | 0 | 6 min. | Lab Scheduled | 0 |
| | Contact DHR | 4.00 | | Contact DHR | 70.00 |
| | Contact Total | 4.00 | | Contact Total | 70.00 |
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| | Non-contact DHR | 0 | | Non-contact DHR Total | 0 |
| | Total Out of Class Hours: 0.00 | Total Student Learning Hours: 70.00 | |
Title 5 Category:
Non-Credit
Grading:
Non-Credit Course
Repeatability:
27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions
Also Listed As:
Formerly:
Catalog Description:
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This course is intended as the first level of instruction in Math Reasoning and Science and provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion. Students will develop the initial knowledge and skills needed to pass the Math Reasoning and Science subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests.
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Recommended Preparation:
Limits on Enrollment:
Schedule of Classes Information
Description:
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This course is intended as the first level of instruction in Math Reasoning and Science and provides academic skills development for the Basic Academic Skills Certificate of Completion. Students will develop the initial knowledge and skills needed to pass the Math Reasoning and Science subtests of the General Education Development (GED) or other High School Equivalency (HSE) tests.
(Non-Credit Course)
Prerequisites:
Recommended:
Limits on Enrollment:
Transfer Credit:
Repeatability:27 - Exempt From Repeat Provisions
ARTICULATION, MAJOR, and CERTIFICATION INFORMATION
| Associate Degree: | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
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| CSU GE: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| IGETC: | Transfer Area | | Effective: | Inactive: |
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| CSU Transfer: | | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
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| UC Transfer: | | Effective: | | Inactive: | |
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Certificate/Major Applicable:
Certificate Applicable Course
Approval and Dates
| Version: | 01 | Course Created/Approved: | 11/28/2022 |
| Version Created: | 2/4/2022 | Course Last Modified: | 8/17/2024 |
| Submitter: | Amy Flores | Course Last Full Review: | 11/28/2022 |
| Version Status: | Approved New Course (First Version) | Prereq Created/Approved: | 11/28/2022 |
| Version Status Date: | 11/28/2022 | Semester Last Taught: | Summer 2024 |
| Version Term Effective: | Fall 2023 | Term Inactive: | Summer 2025 |
COURSE CONTENT
Student Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
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1. Apply basic concepts of whole numbers, decimals, and fractions in analyzing and solving real-world problems.
2. Demonstrate comprehension of science basics and the scientific method by recognizing and evaluating evidence provided by reading investigations, tables, diagrams, and graphs.
3. Demonstrate academic skills including the use of basic technology for success in an academic environment.
Objectives:
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At the conclusion of this course, the student should be able to:
1. Math
A. Solve basic word problems with whole numbers and decimals.
B. Solve real-world problems using fractions and the four arithmetic operations.
C. Apply proportional reasoning concepts and techniques to solve problems.
D. Simplify expressions involving radicals.
E. Create or interpret informational charts, circle graphs, and bar graphs.
2. Science
A. Read and understand science texts, tables, charts, and graphs.
B. Draw conclusions from data.
3. Basic Technology
A. Navigate between computer learning programs.
B. Access and use college and GED testing systems for enrollment and other services.
4. Learning Skills
A. Demonstrate self-directed learning skills such as time management and personal responsibility.
Topics and Scope
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Content, topics, and scope will vary, depending on student skill level
I. Math
A. Whole numbers and operations
B. Factors and multiples
C. Fractions, rates, and ratios
D. Decimals and percent
E. Exponents and roots
F. Measurement
G. Graphs and charts
II. Science
A. Basic scientific terminology
B. Graphical data presentations
C. Scientific Method
III. Basic Technology
A. Basic computer use and navigation among assigned software programs
B. Access and use college and GED and/or other HSE test websites for enrollment and other services
IV. Learning Skills
A. Self-assessment and goal setting
B. Study techniques
C. Test-taking skills
D. Support services
Assignments:
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1. Writing exercises, including comprehension, analytical, and inferential questions related to Math Reasoning and Science
2. Assessments, quizzes, and practice tests related to the Math Reasoning and Science components of the GED or other academic skills tests
3. Math and Science problem solving from textbooks and computer programs
4. Computer assignments, including:
A. Basic internet search
B. Navigation of educational websites
Methods of Evaluation/Basis of Grade.
| Writing: Assessment tools that demonstrate writing skill and/or require students to select, organize and explain ideas in writing. | Writing
20 - 30% |
| Writing exercises | |
| Problem solving: Assessment tools, other than exams, that demonstrate competence in computational or non-computational problem solving skills. | Problem Solving
30 - 50% |
| Math and Science problem solving exercises | |
| Skill Demonstrations: All skill-based and physical demonstrations used for assessment purposes including skill performance exams. | Skill Demonstrations
0 - 0% |
| None | |
| Exams: All forms of formal testing, other than skill performance exams. | Exams
10 - 20% |
| Assessments, quizzes, and practice tests | |
| Other: Includes any assessment tools that do not logically fit into the above categories. | Other Category
20 - 30% |
| Computer assignments | |
Representative Textbooks and Materials:
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Kaplan GED Test 2022: Strategies, Practice, and Review. Caren, Van Slyke. Kaplan, Inc. 2022.
Instructor-prepared materials.
OTHER REQUIRED ELEMENTS
| Student Preparation |
| Matric Assessment Required: | X | Exempt From Assessment |
| Prerequisites-generate description: | NP | No Prerequisite |
| Advisories-generate description: | NA | No Advisory |
| Prereq-provisional: | N | NO |
| Prereq/coreq-registration check: | N | No Prerequisite Rules Exist |
| Requires instructor signature: | N | Instructor's Signature Not Required |
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| BASIC INFORMATION, HOURS/UNITS & REPEATABILITY |
| Method of instruction: | 04 | Laboratory |
| | 71 | Internet-Based, Simultaneous Interaction |
| Area department: | CSKL | College Skills |
| Division: | 71 | Language Arts & Academic Foundations |
| Special topic course: | N | Not a Special Topic Course |
| Program Status: | 1 | Certificate Applicable Course |
| Repeatability: | 27 | Exempt From Repeat Provisions |
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| SCHEDULING |
| Audit allowed: | N | Not Auditable |
| Open entry/exit: | Y | Optional Open Entry/Open Exit |
| Credit by Exam: | N | Credit by examination not allowed |
| Budget code: Program: | 0000 | Unrestricted |
| Budget code: Activity: | 4939 | College Skills |
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| OTHER CODES |
| Disciplines: | Interdisciplinary-Basic Skills: Noncredit |
| Basic Skills: | B | VOC, OCC, or General Basic Skills |
| Level below transfer: | Y | Not Applicable |
| CVU/CVC status: | Y | Distance Ed, Unknown if CVU/CVC Developed |
| Distance Ed Approved: | Y | Either online or hybrid, as determined by instructor |
| Emergency Distance Ed Approved: | N | |
| Credit for Prior Learning: | N | Agency Exam |
| N | CBE |
| N | Industry Credentials |
| N | Portfolio |
| Non-credit category: | C | Elementary and Secondary Basic Skills |
| Classification: | K | Other noncredit - enhanced funding |
| SAM classification: | E | Non-Occupational |
| TOP code: | 4930.62 | Secondary Education (Grades 9-12) and GED |
| Work-based learning: | N | Does Not Include Work-Based Learning |
| DSPS course: | N | NO |
| In-service: | N | Not an in-Service Course |
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