Extension Course Catalog
Community College Faculty Preparation – Online – Certificate of Advanced Study
NOW OFFERED ONLINE!
This program provides critical coursework and teaching experience for current and future community college faculty. It is designed for matriculated graduate students who plan to obtain their master’s degrees and teach at the community college level; those with master’s degrees; and current community college instructors who wish to enhance their pedagogical knowledge and skills to advance on the pay scale.
This program, designed for current and aspiring community college faculty, provides the opportunity to:
- learn the unique set of skills and knowledge required for teaching in the community college
- examine various instructional techniques specific to community college
- enhance your pedagogical knowledge and skills
- earn postgraduate credit to apply
toward a degree and/or salary
advancement
Register online at http://www.csufresno.edu/cge/registration/.
For more information, email ccfp@csufresno.edu or call 559.278.0333.
The Community College as an
Institution – Online
Making a difference in the lives of students is a responsibility shared by all those who work at a community college and by each student who attends. The talents and energy of the community college faculty are magnified when they appreciate and identify with the community college’s rich context. This course will analyze the community college as an institution: its history, philosophy, role, culture and student population. Emphasis will be on faculty responsibilities in the area of curriculum content and institutional governance, including student support services and issues of retention and matriculation methods.
- Dates: Sept. 4 – Oct. 23
- Place: Online
- Class No. 76422
- Units: Two
- Course: GSCC 220
- Grading Option: Letter Grade
- Fee: $490
- Instructor: Dianne Sharples, Ed.D.
- Register early as class fills quickly.
- Registration deadline: August 23.
The Community College Student – Online
The American community college student population has become more socially, culturally and ethnically diverse. Students are also more diverse in terms of the skills and experiences they bring to the classroom. This course explores the cultural, sociological, economic and political factors that affect learning and success in the community college classroom. Participants will develop knowledge, understanding and skills consistent with multicultural education and pluralistic philosophy. Participants will learn to recognize the factors that affect student success and implement strategies to enhance cross-cultural understanding within classrooms.
- Dates: Oct. 30 – Dec. 18
- Place: Online
- Class No. 76431
- Units: Two
- Course: GSCC 221
- Grading Option: Letter Grade
- Fee: $490
- Instructor: Dianne Sharples, Ed.D.
- Register early as class fills quickly.
- Registration deadline: October 18.
Sponsored Experience at the
Community College – Arranged
If you have completed two or more of
the classes in the Certificate Program, and would like to enroll in GSCC 225 in
Fall, 2010, please email Dr. Shirley Bruegman at sbruegman@csufresno.edu.
- Dates: Arranged
- Class No. 76417 (must contact instructor for permission number to enroll)
- Units: Three
- Course: GSCC 225
- Grading Option: Letter Grade
- Fee: $735
- Instructor: Shirley Bruegman, Ed.D.
- Registration deadline: September 8.
Coming in Spring 2011
Theory and Practice: Effective
Teaching and Classroom
Communication Strategies – Online
Community college students possess a variety of learning styles that affect their ability to succeed in traditional academic settings. Teaching in a community college requires a unique set of skills and knowledge applicable to that setting. This course will examine various instructional and communication techniques specific to the community college. Participants will apply theory to the practice of effective lecture, discussion and collaborative lessons.
- Dates: Jan. 29 – Mar. 19, 2011
- Place: Online
- Class No. 35470
- Units: Two
- Course: GSCC 223
- Grading Option: Letter Grade
- Fee: $490
- Instructor: Dianne Sharples, Ed.D.
- Register early as class fills quickly.
- Registration deadline: January 18.
Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment at the Community College – Online
Principles of curriculum are important factors which influence the different approaches by which curriculum can be developed and instructional methods will be delivered. This course introduces students to fundamental theories of curriculum, curriculum development and approval processes as well as transfer course curriculum and program review. In addition, participants will learn to use and adapt assessment instruments to meet the needs of a diverse student population.
- Dates: Mar. 26 – May 21, 2011
- Place: Online
- Class No. 35469
- Units: Three
- Course: GSCC 224
- Grading Option: Letter Grade
- Fee: $735
- Instructor: Dianne Sharples, Ed.D.
- Register early as class fills quickly.
- Registration deadline: March 14.