National Learning Community Directory
First Year Experience (FYE) at Broward Community College
Estimated number of learning communities offered this year.
	The FYE cohort consists of 11 courses
Estimated number of faculty and staff involved this year
	8 full-time faculty
Estimated number of students enrolled this academic year
	20 - 25
What are the critical issues and challenges faced by the initiative on your campus?
	The research indicates that the need for college preparatory coursework plays a significant role in determining students’ academic achievement at the college level. Furthermore, research has shown that students who complete all prep coursework enjoy success rates similar to non-prep students, but those with multiple deficiencies are far less likely to complete all remediation needed. Research also indicates that in all three prep areas, BCC students have lower success rates than the state system average, e.g., 46% in math versus 50% statewide. However, students who complete preps and go on to complete at least 18 college credit hours, double their chances of obtaining an Associate’s degree.
Learning community coordinator name
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Learning community coordinator phone number
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Learning community coordinator email
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What types of faculty/staff development are done to support curriculum planning, share/strengthen teaching, and develop assessment approaches?
	The Vice President of Academic Affairs shared some insight/materials on collaborative teaching. In addition, the Office of Staff Development has agreed to bring Dr. Neil Fleming, educational consultant, to facilitate curriculum planning/classroom learning in late August/early September.
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last updated: 5/12/2003