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Hook-Up in the 600’s. The Re-Introduction Of Delta College’s Learning Communities. THE NEW LEARNING COMMUNITIES HOOK-UP IN THE 600’s. WHAT IS A LEARNING COMMUNITY? .
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Hook-Up in the 600’s The Re-Introduction Of Delta College’s Learning Communities
THE NEW LEARNING COMMUNITIES HOOK-UP IN THE 600’s
WHAT IS A LEARNING COMMUNITY? • Two or more courses that are taught together (i.e. Literature with History) by instructors from each area to create a clear connection • Students interacting with other students and teachers as part of a closely-knit, supportive community of learners • Students experiencing a variety of learning modes such as large and small group discussions, learning through activities and projects, and participating in field trips & hearing lectures.
HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUTLEARNING COMMUNITIES? Most students say “NO” Marketing media gets lost in the clutter Program visibility is limited Primarily serves those students enrolled in developmental courses Not considered a “fun” learning experience
OUR GOAL To create a new awareness of learning communities and increase enrollment
LEARNING COMMUNITIESSTRENGTHS/WEAKNESSES Strengths Weaknesses Recognized nationally Has a strong foundation Speed up course requirements Better understanding of topics Program Awareness Placement Confusing Information Classes available
LEARNING COMMUNITIESOPPORTUNITIES/THREATS Opportunity Threats Grow awareness Attract future students Rebrand More upper level classes Not enough students enrolled If demand increases shortage of teachers Online Registration Shortage of upper level classes
TARGET MARKET Incoming first year college students Ages range from 17-23 Coming from the Saginaw, Bay City, Midland Psychographic: Social Networking Usage Rate: Between 1-3 Learning Community courses
LEARNING COMMUNITIESCURRENT STUDENT DATA *81 Students Currently Enrolled in a Learning Community Surveyed
LEARNING COMMUNITIESCURRENT STUDENT DATA *81 Students Currently Enrolled in a Learning Community Surveyed
LEARNING COMMUNITIESCURRENT STUDENT DATA *81 Students Currently Enrolled in a Learning Community Surveyed
LEARNING COMMUNITIESCURRENT STUDENT DATA *81 Students Currently Enrolled in a Learning Community Surveyed
LEARNING COMMUNITIESCURRENT STUDENT DATA *81 Students Currently Enrolled in a Learning Community Surveyed
NEW WAY TO REGISTER! Register for Learning Communities
WHAT ARE HOOK-UPS? The same learning communities that you know now… We’ve just added a little flair!
THE NEW LEARNING COMMUNITIES HOOK-UP IN THE 600’s
OTHER PROMOTIONS… Collegiate Outhouse Outlook “Chalking” at Registration T-Shirts