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IDS 103 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR: LEADERSHIP
1 CREDIT
With a focus on social change, this course is designed to teach students how to be
leaders in an evolving world with complex issues. Leadership styles and skills will be
explored and students will have opportunities to learn about their own values and
identity and how these intersect with group and community values. By increasing
their own self-knowledge and reviewing common leadership theories and practices,
students will be prepared for practical application outside of the classroom
environment. Hands on leadership experiences will be integrated into the course
requirements.
Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 060; and eligible for ENG 070 or ENG 071.
General Education Electives: General Education
Note: This course has been approved to meet the Core Curriculum General Education
Requirement.
16460 01
M
12:30pm-1:20pm
B
HH-306
TBA
16464 50
M
9:30am-10:20am
L
LF-203
TBA
IDS 105 - INTERDISCIPLINARY WEEKEND:
LATIN AMERICA TODAY
1 CREDIT
This course explores the diverse cultural traditions and connections through
interdisciplinary experiences in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences in
Latin America today. With lectures from experts, readings, group discussions,
hands-on workshops and optional civic engagement opportunities, students will
explore the intersections of cultures and communities in Latin America today, an
experience that will enhance our capacity to participate in a diverse, globally-
interconnected world. There will also be a guided museum visit. Friday dinner and
Saturday lunch included. This one-credit course can fulfill a humanities, science, or
social science requirement or count as a free elective towards graduation or full-time
status.
This course supports the following MCC Institutional Student Learning Outcomes:
Personal and Professional Development; Critical Thinking, and Social Responsibility.
Prerequisites: Eligible for ENG 101 and MAT 080/Math Module 9.
General Education Elective: Humanities, Science, Social Science, or Behavioral
Science.
Note: This course has been approved to meet the Core Curriculum General Education
requirement.
15640 80
F
2pm-7:30pm
L
LC-CAFE
CADY
15640
S
9am-4pm
L
LF-ASSEMBLY
Note: IDS 105 80 will meet 4/3/15 and 4/4/15.
IDS 106 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR:
CAREER EXPLORATION
1 CREDIT
This course will introduce students to the main components of identifying a major
aligned with a career path through self-assessment. Students will explore their work
interests, personality, skills, values and life goals in order to find purpose in their
academic curriculum. This course will include career mapping and organization
research to formulate a real-world perspective on current jobs and the requirements
needed to achieve them.
Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 060; and eligible for ENG 070 or ENG 071.
General Education Electives: General Education
Note: This course has been approved to meet the Core Curriculum General Education
requirement.
16076 01
M
12pm-12:50pm
B
AR-108
TBA
17188 50
W
9:30am-10:20am
L
LC-304
TBA
IDS 108 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR: WELLNESS
1 CREDIT
This participatory course provides a holistic approach to exploring and
understanding the various components of personal wellness as defined by the eight
component Wellness Wheel. The Topics include exercise, diet, attitude, balance,
stress management, relationships, communication, spirituality, and environment. This
course highlights the connection between healthy decisions and lifestyle choices as
it relates to overall personal wellness.
Prerequisite: Eligible for ENG 060; and eligible for ENG 070 or ENG 071.
General Education Electives: General Education
Note: This course has been approved to meet the Core Curriculum General Education
requirement.
16465 01
R
8:30am-9:20am
B
HH-219
TBA
17189 50
F
9:30am-10:20am
L
LF-204
TBA
IDS 110 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR:
THE CHOICES WE MAKE
1 CREDIT
With a focus on Personal and Professional Development, this class is designed to
assist students in identifying and understanding the choices they have, the choices
they make and how their choices positively and negatively impact their ability to
reach their academic and personal goals.
Notes: Required for and limited to students placed on Academic Probation who are
not ENG 101 eligible. Those who are eligible for ENG 101 would take PSY 125:
Psychology of Success.
General Education Elective: General Education
17277 01
T
8am-8:50am
B
HH-219
ARMSTRONG
17278 50
W
12:30pm-1:20pm
L
LC-112
ARMSTRONG
IDS 112 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR: SERVICE-BECOMING
A WRITING TUTOR - LEVEL I
1 CREDIT
This service learning course is designed to engage students in theories and
strategies for tutoring writing across the curriculum. By participating in the course
students will become more confident and successful writers, more effective
listeners, conversationalists, and educators. Students who successfully complete
this course and the required 25 hours of tutoring will receive a Level I Tutor
Certification from the College, Reading and Learning Association (CRLA).
Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 101 with a B or higher.
General Education Electives: General Education
Note: All students are required to complete a 22 hour Service Learning placement on
campus supporting MCC students with writing assignments.
17275 01
W
1:30pm-2:20pm
B
HH-219
PORTER
17276 50
W
1:30pm-2:20pm
L
LC-105
RUFO
IDS 114 - GENERAL EDUCATION SEMINAR: SERVICE-BECOMING
A WRITING TUTOR - LEVEL II
1 CREDIT
This service learning course is an extension of IDS 112, and offers a more advanced
curriculum for returning tutors, taking an in depth look at topics such as learning
theory, ELL education, diversity, culture, and how these themes can influence tutoring
sessions. Students who successfully complete this course and the required
additional 25 hours of tutoring will receive a Level II CRLA Certification.
Prerequisite: Completion of ENG 101 with a B or better AND Completion of IDS 112 or
level I CRLA Tutor Certification
General Education Electives: General Education.
Note: All students are required to complete a 22 hour Service Learning placement on
campus supporting MCC students with writing assignments.
17314 01
W
1:30pm-2:20pm
B
HH-219
PORTER
17315 50
W
1:30pm-2:20pm
L
LC-105
RUFO
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