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Interested in beginning your college work in a supportive learning environment? Check out the Spring 2009 Learning Communities opportunities. Click on the All Spring 2009 LinC Classes for a printable pdf file of our Spring 2009 course offerings. Or click on the individual LinC class flyers.
All Spring 2009 LinC Classes
Communications and Psychology | Sociology and English | Philosophy and Music | Physics and English
For more information, contact Professor Ed Schwarz at eschwarz@prairiestate.edu or (708) 709-3772 or Advisor Loretta Kucharczyk at lkucharczyk@prairiestate.edu or (708) 709-3622.
Frequently Asked Questions about LinC Courses (Learning in Community Courses) (pdf brochure)
What are LinC courses?
LinC courses are two (or more) courses that students take together. This allows the group of students and their professors to form a community of people who learn together.
What do students say about LinC courses?
- LinCs are "two classes that are combined together and work together to give you the best of two classes."
- "I got to do two classes in one; whoever made this is a genius."
- "LinCs are a way to get to know the teachers/students, and learn together rather than being a stressed out individual."
Why does PSC offer LinC courses?
Studies across the nation have shown that LinC courses will improve student learning and success. While that's reason enough, students also say they get to know their classmates and instructors better, and they enjoy the classes more than single courses.
What is different about LinC courses?
LinC courses bring students and professors together as a community of learners. Together they explore two disciplines (two courses) and find connections between them. Often one assignment is used to meet requirements in both classes.
Why should I consider enrolling in LinC courses?
Actually there are a number of reasons why you might want to take LinC courses. You will have the support of two professors and your fellow students to help you succeed in both courses. Many students also say it's more interesting and more fun to take LinC courses.
I've already taken one of the courses offered in the LinC combination. Can I enroll for just the other course?
Unfortunately, no. You are required to enroll in both courses at the same time. If you cannot take a particular LinC course combination, stop in Counseling and Advising. Talk with a counselor to learn if there is another LinC combination that might work for you.
Will I get the same grade in both (all) LinC courses?
Not necessarily. Your transcript will show the courses separately, with their own grades. Your professors will explain their grading policies to you early in the semester.
Will my transcript show I took LinC courses?
No. It will list the courses separately. When you successfully complete LinC courses, your credit hours will have the same transferability as students who take the courses separately.
After enrolling in LinC courses, can I drop one if I need to?
No. Because the courses have combined assignments, you will be required to drop both (all) courses at the same time.
How do I enroll in LinC courses?
Register for both LinC courses in the usual way or see a counselor or advisor. He/She will help you get enrolled in the LinC courses that are right for you.
Who can give me more information about LinC courses?
Ed Schwarz (708) 709-3772 or eschwarz@prairiestate.edu OR Loretta Kucharczyk (708) 709-3622 or lkucharczyk@prairiestate.edu or the Counseling & Academic Advising Center, located in the Library, (708) 709-3506.