<strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2007</strong> Schedule of ClassesSEC. NO HOUR DAY INSTRUCTOR LOCATION SEC. NO HOUR DAY INSTRUCTOR LOCATIONLAW 003 - CIVIL RIGHTS AND THE LAW (UC:CSU) - 3 UNITSThis course presents a comparative and analytical study of the lawand related problems concerning the Bill of Rights and the U.S.Constitution. Life and the death penalty, freedoms of speech and press,freedom of religion, racial and sexual equality, and privacy are some ofthe topics under consideration, with emphasis on recent courtdecisions and current events. The course is a recommended electivefor the Paralegal Certificate.8096 3.25 hrs TBA NICHOLAS, V ONLINEEVENING CLASS4314 6:45-10:00 Th HARRIS, L A12 106LAW 051 - LEGAL RESEARCH FOR PARALEGALS - 3 UNITSPREREQUISITE: Law 10 and English 101.The student will gain a working knowledge of legal research methods,both in traditional print and electronic formats. The student will beexposed to materials not necessarily covered in other courses.1325 9:00-4:00 Sat STAFF CE 221(8 Week Class - Starts 11/3/<strong>2007</strong>, Ends 12/15/<strong>2007</strong>)EVENING CLASS4316 6:45-10:00 Th FRAME, S B5 102LEARNING SKILLSLibrary & Learning Resources DivisionCatherine Froloff, ChairpersonLEARNING SKILLS 002A -ENGLISH FUNDAMENTALS A (NDA) - 1 UNITLearning Skills 2A is an individualized learning lab class that focuseson grammar. This is a 1-unit course for Credit/No Credit with hours tobe arranged, and is repeatable. This individualized Learning Skills classwill help develop basic English and language skills through the use ofan integrated computerized learning system. Students enrolling in thissection should schedule an average of 3 hours per week at the CAILab in the First Floor HLRC, and must see the instructor for a brieforientation during the first week of class. Please consult the scheduleon the office door.1330 3.67 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139LEARNING SKILLS 002B -ENGLISH FUNDAMENTALS B (NDA) - 1 UNITLearning Skills 2B is an individualized learning lab class that focuseson verbs and modifiers. This is a 1-unit course for Credit/No Credit withhours to be arranged, and is repeatable. This individualized LearningSkills class will help develop basic English and language skills throughthe use of an integrated computerized learning system. Studentsenrolling in this course should schedule an average of 3 hours perweek at the CAI Lab in the First Floor HLRC, and must see the instructorfor a brief orientation during the first week of class. Please consult theschedule on the office door.1332 3.67 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139LEARNING SKILLS 003C -VOCABULARY DEVELOPMENT C (NDA) - 1 UNITThis class is a self-paced, individualized basic skills class designed tohelp students develop strategies for understanding complex words. Itintroduces students to CAI programs in vocabulary building andunderstanding by using a variety of hands-on interactive applications.1334 1.33 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 1391336 2.50 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139(Section no. 1336 is an 8 Week Class - Starts 9/4/<strong>2007</strong>, Ends 10/27/<strong>2007</strong>)1338 2.33 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139(Section no. 1338 is a 7 Week Class - Starts 10/29/<strong>2007</strong>, Ends 12/15/<strong>2007</strong>)LEARNING SKILLS 004 -THE MECHANICS OF SPELLING (NDA) - 1 UNITThis spelling course is designed to help students improve their abilityto recognize and to use different sounds, blends, double vowels, silentletters, sound-alikes, look-alikes, and spelling troublemakers. Studentsare required to spend 3 hours per week in the CAI Lab. Students mustsee the instructor during the first week of class. Please consultschedule on office door.1340 3.33 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139LEARNING SKILLS 005 - ENGLISH AS ASECOND LANGUAGE FUNDAMENTALS (NDA) - 1 UNITComputer-assisted English as a Second Language Fundamentals helpsthe second-language student build language skills in the following areas:Vocabulary, reading speed, listening and reading comprehension, andbasic writing. The students will learn on computers in a non-stressfulenvironment tailored around their personal schedule. The lab is open toall second-language persons, including Citizenship and regular ESLstudents. This is a 1-unit, credit/no credit class. The student shouldexpect to spend an average of 2 hours per week in the lab throughoutthe semester. Please consult instructor's posted office hours fororientation schedule.1342 2.25 hrs TBA JORDAN, E HLRC 139LEARNING SKILLS 010A -MATHEMATICS FUNDAMENTALS A (NDA) - 1 UNITThis class is designed to prepare students for Math 105 and Math 112and to serve as a complementary computer-assisted lab for studentsconcurrently enrolled in Math 105 and Math 112. Students shouldexpect to spend at least 1 hour per week in the lab. Students enrolledin a short-term section are required to spend a minimum of 2 hours perweek in the lab. Students must see instructor during the first week ofclass. Please consult schedule on office door. Enrollment is limited, soplease enroll early.1344 1.10 hrs TBA RATKOVICH, J HLRC 1381346 1.10 hrs TBA NEDJATHAIEM, M HLRC 1381348 2.25 hrs TBA RATKOVICH, J HLRC 138(Section no. 1348 is an 8 Week Class - Starts 9/4/<strong>2007</strong>, Ends 10/27/<strong>2007</strong>)1350 2.25 hrs TBA NEDJATHAIEM, M HLRC 138(Section no. 1350 is a 7 Week Class - Starts 10/29/<strong>2007</strong>, Ends 12/15/<strong>2007</strong>)<strong>West</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>102www.wlac.edu
<strong>Fall</strong> <strong>2007</strong> Schedule of ClassesDSPS Sponsored Classes16 WEEK CLASSESTBA (To Be Arranged), September 4 – December 23LEARNING SKILLS 040 - INTRODUCTION TO LEARNINGDISABILITIES (NDA) - 1.00 UNITIndividualized assessment of Learning strengths and weaknessesand assignments to develop self awareness, an individual educationplan, and determine whether a student meets the California Community<strong>College</strong>s Criteria for learning disability program services.1366 3.00 hrs TBA ISRAEL, F S HLRC 121SUPERVISED LEARNING ASSISTANCE 001T -SUPERVISED LEARNING ASSISTANCE (NDA) - 0.00 UNITSStudents who utilize general tutorial services on the first floor ofthe Learning Resource Center are automatically enrolled inSupervised Learning Assistance. There is no cost associated withthe use of tutoring services with enrollment.8959 20.00 hrs TBA ISRAEL, F S HLRC 1194 WEEK CLASSESTuesday/Thursday, September 11 – October 4LEARNING SKILLS 051B - COLLEGE READING AND STUDYSKILLS: EFFICIENT NOTE TAKING (NDA) - 0.50 UNITSThere is NO substitute for your own notes!! Improve yourplanning and note taking to save time and improve grades. Thissection is designed for students with disabilities or those whoplan to work with them. **Note start date above**1380 2.33 hrs TBA ISRAEL, F S HLRC 1121395 12:00-1:10 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112LEARNING SKILLS 051A - COLLEGE READING AND STUDYSKILLS: EFFICIENT READING (NDA) - 0.50 UNITSLearn how to read and study <strong>College</strong> material in less time withbetter understanding. Practice better reading techniques forbetter grades. This section is designed for students withdisabilities or those who plan to work with them. **Note startdate above**.1394 1:40-2:50 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112Tuesday/Thursday, October 9 – November 11LEARNING SKILLS 051C - COLLEGE READING AND STUDYSKILLS: USING MEMORY SKILLS (NDA) - 0.50 UNITSHow is your memory? Learn and practice skills to improve yourstudying and test taking. Learn how stress affects your ability toremember. Develop a plan to improve your memory and yourgrades. This section is designed for students with disabilities orthose who plan to work with them. **Note start date above**.1396 12:00-1:10 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112LEARNING SKILLS 051D - COLLEGE READING ANDSTUDY SKILLS: STUDYING COLLEGE ASSIGNMENTS(NDA) - 0.50 UNITSIMPROVE YOUR GRADES! Are you having problems understandingreading material? Get more out of your textbooks; learnhow to think critically, classify information and recognize bias inwritten material. This section is offered for students withdisabilities or those who plan to work with them. **Note startdate above**.1397 1:40-2:50 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112Tuesday/Thursday, November 5 – November 29LEARNING SKILLS 051F - COLLEGE READING AND STUDYSKILLS: EFFECTIVE TEST TAKING (NDA) - 0.50 UNITSLearn ways to control test anxiety and better techniques for testpreparation and test taking. Predict exam questions. Learn whatto do during objective essay and open book tests. This section isdesigned for students with disabilities or those who plan to workwith them. **Note start date above**.1398 12:00-1:10 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112LEARNING SKILLS 041I - STUDY STRATEGIES FOR THE LEARNINGDISABLED: TAKING CHARGE (NDA) - 0.50 UNITSDesigned for students with disabilities or those who plan to workwith them. Organize your time and space to accomplish more inless time. Take surveys to learn your personality and personalcommunication style. Be aware of your own style. **Note startdate above**.1371 1:40-2:50 T Th ISRAEL, F S HLRC 112<strong>West</strong> <strong>Los</strong> <strong>Angeles</strong> <strong>College</strong>103www.wlac.edu