Title of project

Beginnings: A Learning Community

Courses and names

ENG 060 Writing Fundamentals

REA 060 Foundations in Reading

MAT 030 Fundamentals of Mathematics

MAT 060 Pre-Algebra

Participants

Nickie Medina – English

Phyllis Gosch – reading

Jeanine Lewis – mathematics

Description of project

Beginnings is a learning community that integrates reading, English, and math curriculum at the preparatory level. Our goal is to enhance student achievement and learning to prepare students for college level courses, career and technical programs, and the workplace.

Outcomes for Students

• Perform basic mathematical computations using whole numbers, fractions, decimals, and signed numbers

• Simplify algebraic expressions and solve introductory linear equations

• Interact in writing workshops with other students

• Develop paragraphs/essays emphasizing logical paragraph construction with topic sentence, supporting detail, and conclusion

• Apply literal comprehension skills such as finding vocabulary in context, main idea, supporting details, and patterns of organization to textbook material

• Develop basic word processing and internet skills

• Appreciate the interrelatedness of reading, math, and writing in the learning process and application to every day life

Outcomes for Project

• Integration of reading, English, and mathematics

• Support students in the development of critical thinking

• Provide instruction that is learning centered

• Increase student persistence within the semester

• Increase student retention from one semester to the next

Explicit correlation between math and non-math content

• Focus on the cross-disciplinary use of math vocabulary

• One project will be the Greeley Historical/Museum Project, which includes activities from the three disciplines.

• Reading essays from Voices and Values text will be used for math calculations and English writing assignments.

Drafts of assignments and assessments

• See syllabus attachment