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Contact Information

Contact Information
Division
Student Services
Dean
Jennifer Alt
Location
Division Office
L 102, Rocklin Campus
Department Office
LR 401, Rocklin Campus

Faculty 

Gwen T. Joy

Professor, Learning Disabilities/Perceptual Training

B.A., University of Redlands
M.S., University of Surrey
Ph.D., University of Bath

Course

Understanding course descriptions

LRDS 0610. Learning Disabilities Orientation

Units: 0.5
Hours: 9 lecture
Orientation to the Learning Disabilities program and assessment of learning strengths and weaknesses to determine eligibility for learning disability services. Procedures and services offered follow the criteria mandated by the California Community College Chancellor's Office Learning Disabilities Eligibility and Service Model. Students must complete an application for learning disability services and be approved for enrollment by the instructor. Students are asked to provide relevant documentation related to eligibility for services. (pass/no pass grading) (not degree applicable)

Program Student Learning Outcomes (PSLOs)

  • Identify and apply effective and efficient learning strategies.
  • Identify factors that impede and/or promote their academic progress and formulate strategies to achieve academic success.