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Adult Learning Center

Class Descriptions

Math 1:  This course is designed to help the student learn and review the basics of adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing.

 

Math 2:  This course includes a review of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division of fractions and mixed numbers.  The course also includes terminology, cancellation, and introduction to decimals and percents.  Solving word problems using key terms is also an integral part of the class.

 

Math 3:  This course emphasizes basic formulas used in Geometry.  Students will apply their knowledge of angles, proportions, Pythagorean Theorem, perimeter, area, circumference, and volume to everyday situations.

 

Math 4 (College Prep):  This course is designed to help the student learn and master pre-algebra.  The course will utilize algebraic concepts as the basic operations are reviewed and simple equations worked.  The goal is to finish the course with each student having the ability to solve an equation and substitute values for any of the variables that are within the equation.  The course will prepare the student with the math and algebra skills to move on to more advanced math courses that are required in the programs of Lewis-Clark State College.

 

Math 5 (College Prep):  This course is designed for the student to understand Elementary Algebra skills.  It will include working with Real Numbers, Order of Operations, Variables and Algebraic Expressions, Problem Solving, Integers, Rational Numbers and Percent’s, Formulas and Units of Measurements, Irrational Numbers and Roots, Linear Equations, Exponents and Polynomials.

 

Language Arts 1:  This course is designed to help students understand the basics of English.  This course covers usage, sentence formation, paragraph development, capitalization, punctuation, and writing conventions.

 

Language Arts 2:  This course is designed to help students write an essay, along with building on the skills taught in Language Arts 1.  This class covers what is an essay, how to get started, sentence structure, writing paragraphs, writing an essay, and revising your writing.

 

English (College Prep):  This course is designed to prepare students for success in Business English, English 101, Applied Written Communication, and other required courses.  Test scores and/or recommendation of an instructor or advisor will determine course placement.  Students desiring additional assistance with basic English skills are also encouraged to enroll.  The primary focus will be on sentence parts and sentence structure.  The goal is to provide basic skills to solve the sentence-level problems most frequently encountered in basic writing classes.

 

English/Grammar:  This is an on-going class primarily for individuals from other countries who have a basic or better knowledge of English writing and speaking skills.  Many students are improving their skills to prepare for the GED exam or the COMPASS to enter college.  Emphasis is on pronunciation, grammar, oral reading, conversation, and writing.  Much of the work is based on world current affairs of interest to the students.

 

Reading (College Prep):   This course is designed to help students improve their basic reading skills and vocabulary needed for college success.  

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