Learning Colectiva

BIOL 100: Concepts of Biology

CRN: 44537 (4 Units)
Tuesdays and Thursdays:  6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Course Description: This is an introductory-level course designed for non-biology majors with no prior general biology courses. In this course, we'll delve into the fascinating world of life and organisms. We'll cover how they function, their incredible diversity, the factors behind their success, and our place within this interconnected web. You'll get an overview of various biological fields, ranging from the smallest molecules to complex ecosystems. The aim is to ignite your curiosity, encourage further learning, and foster a deeper appreciation for science, empowering you to be a more knowledgeable citizen.

ENG C1000: Composition and Reading

Course Description: This course disrupts English class norms, diversifying and deepening how we deliver words and read the world. We will empower each other through critical reading, researching, and writing, affirming our multilingual, multiracial, and multigenerational heritages. As a community of scholars, we will write our ways out of dominating thinking, dig into our cultural wealth, and expand our sense of what it means to be educated. Writing projects will offer an ample choice of topics, multiple options for format, and the chance to revise. Accentuated by music, mindfulness, murals, and meaningful topics, we will cultivate a relaxed, engaging space for self-examination, social inquiry, and academic growth.

ENG C1000: Composition and Reading (RESERVED SEATS)

CRN: 45362 (4 Units)
Mondays and Wednesdays:  10:30 a.m.-12:35 p.m.
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CRN: 45356 (4 Units)
Tuesday and Thursday:  12:45 p.m.-2:50 p.m.

Course Description: In our course, we will explore themes in our readings and writings related to transformation, belongingness, and resilience. The two books we will read center Latine voices and class assignments will encourage students to connect their own experiences to their academic work, as well as to the social systems they are a part of. I hope students will come away from our class with a close community of friends and a greater sense of agency with their reading and writing skills so they feel confident about being successful college students and humans.

ERTH 114: California Geology (RESERVED SEATS)

CRN: 45304 (3 Units)
Tuesday: 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m., 9/16-11/18/25 (LATE START, 8 Weeks)
*Mandatory* Field Trip Dates: Transportation FREE & provided!!
● September 26: Gaviota- Beach to Backcountry Trail (Hiking Day!)
● October 24: San Andreas Fault- Palmdale to Mountain High, Ca
● October 31: Morro Bay, Ca
● November 7: St. Francis Dam Disaster

Course Description: This is an 8-week late start/short course that includes day trips to areas of geologic interest! The class has been redesigned to get you all outside and connect with fellow SBCC students. I'm excited to explore the natural world with you. Most of the required work will be completed during the in-person field trips. No extra fees or textbook required! For more information, visit the course website: https://tinyurl.com/cageology

HIST 102: History of the U.S. Since 1865

CRN: 42923 (3 Units)
Tuesdays and Thursdays:  12:45 p.m.-2:05 p.m.

Course Description: In this course we will explore the history of the United States from 1865 to the present. We will center the experiences of immigrants, people of color, women, non-binary folks, and other communities whose stories are often put in the margins of “official” history. As a Learning Colectiva class, we will honor the principles of the Raíces and Umoja programs, which include practices that emphasize the wisdom of Indigenous beliefs based on the interdependence of all living creatures; for example one of our guiding community agreements for this course is based on the Native American belief of “In Lak’ech” or “You are my other me”. Course assignments will include projects such as a “Self Archeology” that will give students the opportunity to explore their own historical roots and encourage everyone to bring their various cultural practices and experience to our classroom as we co-create a dynamic and interactive learning experience (a core Umoja practice). By the end of this course, students will have a clear understanding of the historical origin of their contemporary world, which empowers us to create solutions for problems we see in the world today.

PSYC C1000: Introduction to Psychology

CRN: 45286 (3 Units)
Tuesday and Thursday:  11:10 p.m.-12:30 p.m.

Course Description: Why do we dream? What shapes our personalities? How does group behavior influence our individual actions? In this course, we’ll explore the science behind how humans and other animals think, feel, and behave—touching on everything from brain biology and memory to mental health and addiction. But this isn’t just about facts and theories. As someone who falls more in love with psychology every day, I bring the classroom to life, sparking the same excitement in you. Raíces students especially—often non-traditional and deeply motivated—remind me daily why I teach: to connect, inspire, and grow together. Come ready to reflect, ask questions, and apply what you learn to your life as a student, thinker, and human.

STAT C1000: Elementary Statistics (RESERVED SEATS)

CRN: 45431 (4 Units)
Mondays and Wednesdays:  9:35 a.m.-10:35 a.m. (with 2 Hours of Asynchronous Work)
OR
CRN: 45432 (4 Units)
Mondays and Wednesdays:  11:10 a.m.-12:10 p.m. (with 2 Hours of Asynchronous Work)
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CRN: 45433 (4 Units)
Mondays and Wednesdays:  2:20 p.m.-3:20 p.m. (with 2 Hours of Asynchronous Work)

Course Description: STAT C1000 is a course that will introduce students to statistical methods that are most commonly used in the research that students will be exposed to in the other classes they take along their educational journey. Gaining insight into how to make sense of the world with data will also help students feel more empowered outside of the classroom, from interpreting what they hear in podcasts or read in the news to making big decisions. A combination of math, reading and critical thinking tools are used to tackle the problems in this class and the best way to be successful is to practice regularly. To make space for this kind of practice, these three sections of STAT C1000 are hybrid and use a "flipped classroom" model. The lecture portion of the class is provided asynchronously through Canvas with approximately 2 hours per week of videos, example problems and some podcasts.The 2 hours of in-person work are dedicated to working on problems together in the classroom with the support of the instructor and classmates. To get the most out of this class, students should set aside consistent time each week for the asynchronous learning and attend the in-person meetings for supported practice.