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Why We Say Education Your Way Rocking in & out of the Classroom New Tempe Center Serves Veterans 500+ Classes Available to You @ Rio Salado How to Serve Your Community
Chris Bustamante, Rio Salado College President “RIO SALADO COLLEGE is dedicated to contributing and having a positive impact within our community. We believe that by reinvesting in the community through education, we create and foster a better place to work and live. As an educational institution, Rio Salado encourages community service through our outreach and partnership efforts, taking care to reach traditionally underserved and underrepresented populations.�
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Why We Say Education Your Way Classes Offer Tips for Career, College Success There’s a MAPP for That Sun Sounds Available on Mobile Technologies Tuition Comparison Buy Local & Fresh at Rio Salado Student Spotlight Rocking in & out of the Classroom Community Services Spotlight: Spotlight on Success IBEST Lights up Career Choices New Tempe Center Dedicated to Serving Veterans Program Gives High School Students a Leg Up Understanding the Science of Learning Arizonans Share Personal Stories for National Archives Top Classes by Enrollment 500+ Classes Available to You @ Rio Salado How to Serve Your Community Rio Salado Locations
DO - IT - YOURSELF REGISTRATION There are 5 ways to register for classes at Rio Salado: 1. Online at www.uatrio.com 2. Call 480-517-8540 or 800-729-1197(option 1) 3. Complete the Student Information Form (available online and mail to: Rio Salado College, ATTN: Registration, 2323 West 14th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 4. Complete the Student Information Form (available online and fax to: 480-377-4701 5. In-person at 2323 West 14th Street, Tempe, AZ 85281 U @ Rio Magazine, launched in the fall of 2009, is published 3 times a year by the Institutional Advancement Office at Rio Salado College. The Spring/Summer 2011 edition is Volume 3: Issue 1. Contributing writers: Patricia Moore, Mira Radovich & David Staudacher Designed by: Katherine Rohlfing
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Why We Say Education Your Way By Mira Radovich
RIO SALADO COLLEGE believes that getting an education is the key to a better life. That is why we tailor education to YOUR needs. We know that today’s students are busy with work and family demands, so we offer many ways for you to fit education into YOUR life. ACCESSIBLE CLASSES Rio Salado offers students more than 500 online and hybrid classes. “Online learning provides students with the flexibility of choosing where and when they take classes,” said Chris Bustamante, president of Rio Salado College. “We know today’s students are busy, so we work to transform the learning experience through several convenient formats.” The benefits of online classes are why many students choose Rio Salado. “I live in Sedona and don’t have many education options,” said Andrew Dubiec, a 2009 graduate. “Rio’s online course availability was the right fit for me.” Doris Laidlaw, a student who earned an Associate in Applied Science in Nursing from Rio Salado, agrees that technology played a large part in her academic success. “When I started the online nursing program, I could not so much as send an email,” Laidlaw said. “But as computer challenged as I was, I was also determined to become an RN. So when I learned about the flexibility of online classes, I knew I could finally obtain my degree.” Laidlaw, a mother of five and grandmother of four, enrolled at Rio Salado and never looked back. “The best part about
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online classes is the convenience of doing your homework anytime and anywhere, and being able to make it fit your own schedule,” she said.
CHOICE AND AFFORDABILITY At Rio Salado, you have many options. With more than 500 classes, 50+ degree and certificate programs, 48 start dates a year, and university transfer availability, the choices are endless. And at $76 per credit (effective July 1, 2011) for Maricopa County residents, they make financial sense. “I could not have done it without Rio Salado’s online format and the ability to start classes at different dates in the same semester,” said Laura Rayes, a mother of three teenage boys. “Initially I started by taking three classes a semester, but realized that was more than I could handle.” After adjusting her classes to a schedule that worked for her, Rayes earned an Associate in General Studies in 2009, and plans to attend an online university to earn a psychology degree. Transfer agreements with dozens of universities nationwide also
benefit students who choose to start their education at community colleges. “With Rio’s flexibility and the pathways offered, I am on my way without loss of credit,” said Christine Hallom, a 2010 graduate who earned two associate degrees at Rio Salado, before transferring to Arizona State University for her bachelor’s degree. “The seamless transfer means I haven’t lost time or money, and everything I did at Rio has applied to my long-term goals,” Hallom said. Rio Salado College makes it easy for you to be successful and fit education into your life. Rio Salado College is Education Your Way.
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Classes Offer Tips for Career, College Success By David Staudacher
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raduating from college is a major accomplishment for all students. It marks a new chapter in their lives as they transition from student to professional. But before they join the workforce, graduates need to go through process of resume writing and interviewing. For some graduates, resume writing and interviewing are not a problem. For others, it can be a daunting task. For all graduates, and current students, help is available. “Just because a student has graduated it doesn’t mean the door at the college has closed behind them,” said Melanie Abts, Faculty Chair of Counseling at Rio Salado College. “Our student services are open to current students and graduates to help them with every aspect of career planning.” Every day, Rio Salado’s counselors help people set personal, educational, and career goals. Counselors also are on hand to help students with issues such as lack of motivation, relationship issues, study skills,
test anxiety, time management, and stress. Additionally, the counselors are available to students and graduates when they need assistance with job search skills, resume writing, and interview preparation. “The counseling services at Rio Salado College are an integral part of the total educational process, and this includes after graduating, too,” said Abts.
CURRENT AND INCOMING STUDENTS For current and future students, Rio Salado offers three classes that are geared toward helping students choose the career path that is right for them. Career Exploration focuses on current occupational trends and outlooks and is designed to assist students as they make informed career decisions.
methods for selecting and developing effective academic strategies, increasing self-awareness, and developing selfmanagement strategies. Elements of college resources and relationships with others are explored in support of the students’ educational experience. Strategies for College Success focuses on increasing student success through college orientation and personal growth, study skills development, and educational and career planning. “The college is successful if the students are successful,” said Abts. “With all of these tools available to students, everyone should be confident that they will be successful at Rio Salado.” For more information visit:
riosalado.edu/counseling
Creating College Success offers strategies to help students succeed in college. It explores
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There’s a MAPP for That By Patricia Moore
Technology moves FAST. The evolution of mobile media has created an increased demand for mobile apps and programmers with the skills to produce them. Mobile software applications (apps) are the driving force behind the popularity of the iPhone and Android based devices. Apps add functionality to a device by allowing users to do things like play video games, check their bank balance, or compare local prices while shopping. Smartphones and handheld gadgets have already changed how many people communicate. The ability to make or receive a phone call is almost an afterthought for many users who prefer to keep in touch through text messaging, Facebook and Twitter. The introduction of tablet style devices is expected to expand the market for apps which in turn is expanding the job market for programmers and software engineers. According to a report published on careercast.com, software engineers will be in demand throughout 2011 and earn an average annual income over $87,000.
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Rio students interested in pursuing such a career may want to take advantage of the Maricopa-ASU Pathway Program (MAPP). The MAPP program, which is an alliance between the Maricopa County Community College District and Arizona State University, allows Rio students to complete an Associate in Business (ABUS-SR) and then transfer ALL of their credits to ASU’s W.P. Carey School of Business where they will earn their Bachelor of
Science in Computer Information Systems. “It’s a convenient, cost effective way to get moving toward a career in software development,” said Kerrie Specker, Faculty Chair for Computer Technology at Rio Salado College. “Rio offers weekly start dates for several required CIS courses in the MAPP, including CIS105, CIS162AD, and CIS250, which can all be taken online.” Current software developers who would like to take advantage of the mobile trend may also want to brush up their skills. Rio Salado offers 8-week courses in objectoriented programming languages such as C# and Java. For more information visit:
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Sun Sounds Available on Mobile Technologies By Mira Radovich
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un Sounds of arizona listeners can now get their daily dose of broadcasting on Apple mobile devices thanks to the new iBlink Radio application. iBlink is one of the first apps designed for visually-impaired people, making it easier to find current streaming and archived print information read aloud. The application, developed by the Serotek Corporation, works with the Sun Sounds of Arizona’s broadcast, along with those of several other U.S. and Canadian radio reading services. “We are constantly exploring new ways to offer information access,” said Bill Pasco, director of Sun Sounds of Arizona, “and certainly technology is opening doors at an
amazing pace. We are excited to be able to reach a mobile, technology-savvy audience with apps like iBlink Radio.” Sun Sounds of Arizona, a community service of Rio Salado College, is a radio reading and information access service for people who cannot read conventional print due to a disability. Throughout the United States, Sun Sounds reaches members via FM radio, TV cable, online streaming and podcasting, the Sun Dial II telephone access system, and now mobile technologies. “Technology is beginning to level the mobile device playing field in terms of accessibility,” said Heidi Capriotti, Marketing Coordinator of Sun Sounds of Arizona. “Apple devices, along with the iBlink Radio
app, prove that there is a market benefit to making devices blind-friendly. We’d like to see that kind of accessibility built into every device.” IBlink Radio can be downloaded free of charge at http://itunes.apple.com, or by clicking the App Store on an Apple mobile device and searching for iBlink Radio. Once installed, the iBlink Radio app offers an alphabetical listing of reading services. Look for “Arizona, Tempe, Sun Sounds” or “Arizona, Tucson, Sun Sounds” and tap the name to listen to the stream. For more information visit:
sunsounds.org
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Tuition Cost Comparison Tuition rates changing on July 1, 2011* Tuition rates for 2009-2011
$6,960
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$4,858
$4,642 $4,237
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UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
NORTHERN ARIZONA UNIVERSITY
* Tuition rate changes to $76/credit for Maricopa County residents effective July 1, 2011. If you are registering for classes that begin on or after July 1, you will pay $76/credit regardless of when you register.
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UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX
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Local &Fresh at Rio Salado By Mira Radovich
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empe residents can now purchase locally-grown organic and pesticide-free produce at Rio Salado as part of the college’s efforts to support sustainability through Community Sponsored Agriculture (CSA). “CSAs have been around for decades, but have gained steam recently as people look at sustainability and local food movements,” said Elizabeth Cole-Fay, Director of Community Partnerships at Rio Salado.
assistant at Rio Salado who participates in the CSA program. “It’s like Christmas because you never know exactly what you are going to get.” Another participant, Heidi Capriotti, marketing coordinator at Sun Sounds of Arizona, also enjoys the surprise of CSAs weekly delivery. “I’ve been introduced to some vegetables that I’ve never had before, like Swiss chard,” said Capriotti. “It’s fun getting to try new
“THIS PRODUCE DOESN’T SPEND A LOT OF TIME IN TRANSIT, AND DOESN’T HAVE TIME TO SPOIL” Rio Salado College serves as a drop-off location for Love Grows Farms. Each week, the farm delivers bags of fresh vegetables and fruits to “share-holders” who participate in the CSA program. Participants purchase 10-week shares and in return receive a weekly stock of 7-10 produce items in season. Products vary depending on the growing season and harvest. For example, a one-week share might include beets, lettuce, spinach, radishes, peas, sprouts, kale and tomatoes. “I’m always excited about delivery day,” said Maryann Shockley, an administrative
recipes and expand my culinary vocabulary. But most important, the food is awesome and tastes great.” Another benefit of the CSA is the availability of several local drop-off sites. “Who wants to go leave work and have to stop and get groceries?” said Shockley. “This way is so convenient. The produce doesn’t spend a lot of time in transit, and doesn’t have to time to spoil.” In turn, growers who receive working capital from shareholders receive better prices for their crops and gain some financial security, resulting in a win-win situation for
both the grower and the buyer. Capriotti has always made a conscious effort to live green, so when the local CSA opportunity arose, she jumped aboard. “I feel like I eat better when I eat organically,” Capriotti said. “And with the CSA, I feel more connected to the local grower and state.” Taking advantage of local products is one of the principles of the Real Food Movement and ties directly into Rio Salado’s sustainability initiatives. “We’ve had a lot of success with our sustainability efforts, through academics, our sustainable café and through employee wellness programs,” said Cole-Fay. “We look at the CSA program as a way of embracing sustainability not only at the college, but in the community as well.” The CSA program is open to members of the public. Produce can be picked up every Wednesday from 1-3:30 p.m. at the Café @ Rio, 2411 W. 14th Street in Tempe. A 10-week share costs $250. For more information visit:
riosalado.edu/cafe
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Student Spotlight WENDY MENENDEZ
PRINCE HENRY ANKRAH
Hometown: Downey, California
Hometown: Accra, Ghana
Dream Job: Elementary School Teacher
Ambition: Impact my generation with my God given talents and potential.
Why Rio? With three young children, it is much easier to take classes online versus attending courses in a classroom setting.
Why Rio? The classes are online and I can study from the comfort of my home.
Advice for Rio Students: My best advice is to make sure to set aside enough time for studying. Time management is very important.
Advice for Rio students: Work hard and stay focused and most importantly, believe in themselves that they can excel in all they do.
Success is: I define success as reaching and surpassing my own personal goals, whether professionally, personally, or academically.
Success is: I believe that success is being able to reach your potential and meet and exceed goals you set for yourself.
Motivation: My family motivates me to succeed. When my 7 year old tells me he is proud of me for going back to school, it motivates me to continue to reach my goals.
Motivation: The desire to bring God’s best in me to make a positive impact in my generation. Biggest Challenge: Trusting people.
Biggest Challenge: Finding the time to complete my coursework while managing a household and raising my children. My family supports me but it is still a lot of work. Proudest Moment: My proudest moment is definitely my family. My husband and 3 boys make me proud to be who I am and to achieve my goals in life.
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Proudest Moment: The day I gave my life to Christ.
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Rocking in & out of the Classroom By David Staudacher
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he Valley-based rock band Anarbor started in 2003 when three middle-school friends decided to start a band based on a shared passion for the same type of music. Today, the friends, who are in their early 20s, are accomplished musicians who have toured the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Japan. “The longest tour we have done to date has been two full months last summer when we were a part of the Vans 2010 Warped Tour,” said guitarist Mike Kitlas. “We spent two months away from home and played over 50 shows.” While traveling the world and living the rock-n-roll lifestyle is a dream for Kitlas, it doesn’t leave time for doing a lot of other things. And one thing he would like to accomplish is earning a college degree. A traditional college doesn’t offer the flexibility a touring musician needs in their schedule, Kitlas has been able to earn a degree through Rio Salado College. “I began taking classes with Rio Salado College when I was a junior in high school,” said Kitlas. “I attended Brophy College Prep in Phoenix, and I was involved in many honors courses, which allowed me to take classes for college credit. Luckily, before I even graduated from Brophy, I had a full semester of college credits completed.” Now that Kitlas is out of high school and spending a lot of time on the road, he hasn’t
missed a beat in his educational goals with Rio Salado’s format. “I love online classes because they allow me to travel for my career, but still allow me the opportunity to get my college degree while at work,” he said. “Without online classes, I would have to choose one or the other, and the chance of me choosing school over rock-n-roll is not going to happen.” While he loves his life as a musician, Kitlas still makes sacrifices to keep up with his class deadlines. “I study during the long drives we have from state to state,” said Kitlas. “I take tests once I am in my dressing room and I have a quiet atmosphere. I let my tour manager know to close off the dressing room for a period of time so I’m able to concentrate and complete the exam.” Kitlas noted that sometimes school does take a priority over his music. “When I was in Portland, I had to miss my sound check at the venue because I was at the local community college taking my midterm exam,” Kitlas said. “It can be tough to organize because I am on a schedule, so it takes a lot of planning on my part to ensure I can take all my exams.” Kitlas is on track to complete his Associate in Arts from Rio Salado College. He also plans to continue his education and is considering a degree in music business marketing.
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Community Services Spotlight:
“Spotlight on Success” Rio Salado College serves the community through a variety of outreach programs that provide cultural and educational enrichment. We highlight a community service program in each issue of U@Rio. RIO SALADO COLLEGE partners with MIX 96.9 to highlight successful students through the “Spotlight on Success” program.
KENNETH MARKSTROM
DAWN HENRY
Kenneth, nominated for Spotlight on Success by daughter Barbara, graduated from Rio Salado College in 2003 at the age of 75. Kenneth had not attended school since the 11th grade and obtained his GED when he was 35.
Dawn, a single mother of three boys, said Rio Salado’s flexibility allowed her to complete her associate degree by laying the educational foundation of her success.
“My dad is someone that I have always been able to look up to. He put his mind to attending Rio Salado and to graduating. I remember cheering as loud as possible while watching him walk proudly on stage to accept his diploma, with his kids and grandkids in the audience. I have always thought my dad was an amazing person, but that moment is something that will stay with me forever. He is my dad, my friend, and my hero.” Kenneth, now 82, remains active by volunteering for various organizations. He especially enjoys talking to kids and giving them inspiration. “You’re never too old to learn,” said Kenneth. “There’s just too many things out there to do.”
“Rio Salado afforded me the opportunity to complete my goal of earning a college degree. I knew that the only way I was going to be able to improve my life, and the lives of my children, was through education. Rio provided me with the tools and success I needed and helped build my self confidence so high that upon earning my degree from Rio, I immediately enrolled in courses at NAU. In December 2007, I graduated from NAU with a Bachelor’s of Art in Education. Now I am putting my education to work in my new career at a local nonprofit that serves the early childhood community.”
SPOTLIGHT ON SUCCESS PROGRAM Did you take classes with Rio Salado College? Did you go back to further your education? How did your Rio Salado education improve your career or quality of life? Mix 96.9 and Rio Salado want to know your story! Past and present Rio Salado College students are encouraged to submit their stories by visiting www.mix969.com and selecting “Spotlight on Success” from the “Features” tab. If your story is selected, you’ll be invited to tell your story on air with MIX 96.9 personality Mathew Blades. Plus you will have the chance to win an Apple iPAD.
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IBEST Lights Up Career Choices By David Staudacher
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But with today’s high unemployment, it is imperative that high school graduates receive workforce development training. IBEST helps meet that need by teaching students to become more self-sufficient, improve job skills and lay the foundation for a better future. Students also attend job readiness workshops and receive job-search assistance upon program completion. The IBEST program runs for six months, with students attending class Monday through Friday from PROGRAM’S DOUBLE FOCUS HELPS LAY THE FOUNDATION either 1-4 p.m. or NEEDED FOR EDUCATIONAL AND CAREER SUCCESS.” 5-8 p.m. Students can also accelerate classes and begin their employment search well as understanding electrical equipment, before the end of the six-month training. blueprints, codes, and safety. IBEST is offered free of charge to students Students who successfully complete age 16 and older who do not have a high the program earn their GED diploma and school diploma. Tuition, fees and book costs a Level I Electrical Certificate simultaneously, will be covered through financial aid, Workin addition to certificates from the National force Investment Act job training Center for Construction Education and scholarships. and Research. Classes are held at the West Valley Career The program’s double focus helps lay Center, 1840 N. 95th Ave., Suite 160, Phoenix. the foundation needed for educational and career success. For more information visit: “Rio Salado’s ABE program helps students riosalado.edu/ibest improve their reading, writing, English and math skills,” said Blair Liddicoat, Associate Dean of Adult Basic Education at Rio Salado College. ow would you like to earn your GED and an electrical certification in only 6 months? West Valley residents can take advantage of this educational opportunity through a unique partnership between Rio Salado College’s Adult Basic Education (ABE) program and Maricopa Workforce Connections. The program, Arizona Integrated Basic Education Skills Training (IBEST), teaches students basic electrical fundamentals as
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New Tempe Center Serves Veterans By Mira Radovich
For military members, the benefits of the center directly impact their future success. “The greatest thing needed by a member of the military who is retiring from or leaving active duty is knowledge on how the civilian system works,” said Jesse McGuire, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Chandler-Gilbert Community College student. “One thing specifically a military member has to learn is how to speak to civilian employers,” McGuire said. “It can be very frustrating if you “I STRONGLY BELIEVE THAT VETERANS, BECAUSE OF are applying for a that you have THEIR SERVICE, MATURITY, LEADERSHIP AND TECHNICAL job been doing in the SKILLS, CAN BECOME OUR SOCIETY’S MOST PRODUCTIVE, military and are denied the position INNOVATIVE AND SUCCESSFUL MEMBERS” because the HR person doesn’t ‘speak’ military.” Mitchell, speaking at the center’s grand Family members are also able to use the opening on February 1. center’s Skype capabilities to communicate Mitchell was instrumental in securing with their loved ones in the military. the $300,000 U.S Department of Education The EVVEC is a collaboration of five grant that helped create the center. Maricopa Community Colleges – Rio Salado, “I strongly believe that veterans, because Chandler-Gilbert, GateWay, Mesa, and of their service, maturity, leadership and Scottsdale, – and several government and technical skills, can become our society’s military agencies including the Department most productive, innovative and successful of Economic Security, the Department of members,” Mitchell said. As a city, Tempe has much to be proud of, and the new East Valley Veterans Education Center (EVVEC) is no exception. The center opened earlier this month as a one-stop shop to connect Arizona’s veterans and their family members with educational, vocational and community resources. “It is terrific to know that so many veterans will have this resource as they take advantage of their educational benefits,” said former U.S. Representative Harry
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Veterans Affairs and the Disabled Veterans Outreach Program. “Over the last 10 years, many men and women left their families, their jobs, and their civilian lives, and placed themselves in harm’s way to protect our country and its freedoms,” said Chris Bustamante, president of Rio Salado College, the EVVEC’s host institution. “We cannot do enough to thank them for their service but, as the Maricopa Community Colleges and as individuals, we do our best to honor them,” Bustamante said. Bustamante added that the center was also created as a place for veterans to meet, share their experiences, and help one another transition to civilian life, with education serving as the foundation. “As a former teacher, I have seen how education can change lives for the better,” Mitchell said. “That is what I see happening here.”
Services Offered at the EVVEC: • Assistance in applying for VA educational benefits • Understanding the Montgomery and Post-9/11 GI bills • Educational and CareerBuilding Workshops • Workforce development programs • Tutoring and academic skill-building • Cultural events/activities • Referrals to community resources
For more information visit:
evvec.org
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By Mira Radovich
Programs Give High School Students a Leg Up RIO SALADO COLLEGE is partnering with the Higley Unified School District to offer the Premier College Partnership. The program lets high school students get a jump-start on their college education. By earning high school and college credit simultaneously.
PREMIER COLLEGE PARTNERSHIP “The Premier College Partnership allows students to enter college with up to three semesters of credits already completed,” said E.J. Anderson, Director of Dual Enrollment at Rio Salado. Classes are all online and taught by Rio Salado faculty. Credits earned apply to both the high school diploma and college credit. Rio Salado Dual Enrollment is the only NACEP (National Alliance of Concurrent Enrollment Partnerships) accredited college in Arizona. PROGRAM CURRICULUM Students who participate in the Premier College Partnership start with the “Creating College Success” class, which gives tips on how to be a successful student, using study plans and learning styles, dealing with procrastination and more. Students can enroll in any of the classes Rio Salado College offers once they have passed the “Creating College Success” class and the prerequisites have been met.
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DUAL ENROLLMENT Students who are not in the Higley Unified School District can also earn college credit while in high school through Rio Salado’s Dual Enrollment Program. Rio Salado partners with more than 50 local high schools to offer seniors, juniors, and qualified sophomores and freshman the chance to get a head start on college course work. Students earn college and high school credit simultaneously while taking classes at their high school.
BENEFITS • Classes held during regular school hours • Save money on college tuition and text books • Finish college faster For more information visit:
riosalado.edu/dual
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Understanding the Science of Learning
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Early childhood teachers can get a better understanding of how children develop through a program facilitated by Rio Salado College. “Mind in the Making” is a 12-part program of learning modules designed to teach early childhood teachers about the science of early learning and child development. “Participants understand that social, emotional and intellectual development is intertwined, and that they must teach to the individual child to meet their needs,” said Diana Abel, Director of Community Partnerships at Rio Salado.
Supported by the Early Childhood and Human Development Program at Rio Salado College, the Mind in the Making program is an example of the college’s continuing effort to support a culture of learning in its community. Rio Salado serves as the host for the Mind in the Making program which is based on the findings of non-profit research organization Families and Work Institute. Rio Salado’s Early Childhood and Human Development Program supports this mission by acting as the coordinating organization for the State of Arizona by keeping track of approved trainers, trainings, and continuing education units or college credits issued. They also manage a database of assessments designed to measure the results of the program. Funding for the Mind in the Making program is provided in part by grants from Arizona First Things First, an organization dedicated to the health and education of Arizona’s youth.
“BECAUSE OF MIND IN THE MAKING, I AM RENEWED. THIS IS AN AWESOME OPPORTUNITY.” The workshop modules are intended to complement and enhance existing curricula. They provide research-based insight on the relationship between social, emotional and intellectual learning and the impact of things like human connection and temperament on the learning process. “I have been in the early childhood field for 14 years and was experiencing burnout,” said program participant Debbie McGarry. “Because of Mind in the Making, I am renewed. This is an awesome opportunity!”
For more information visit:
riosalado.edu/earlychildhood
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Top 25 Classes by Enrollment Fall 2010 through Spring 2011 RANK
COURSE TITLE
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
ENG101 First Year Composition MAT082 Basic Arithmetic PSY101 Introduction to Psychology ENG102 First Year Composition CIS105 Survey of Computer Information Systems COM100 Introduction to Human Communication MAT092 Introductory Algebra SOC101 Introduction to Sociology GBS151 Introduction to Business ACC111 Accounting Principles I MAT122 Intermediate Algebra CIS114DE Excel Spreadsheet GPH111 Introduction to Physical Geography COM110 Interpersonal Communication MAT102 Mathematical Concepts/Applications EDU220 Introduction to Serving English Language Learners BPC110 Computer Usage And Applications GBS205 Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business ENG091 Fundamentals of Writing CRE101 College Critical Reading SPA101 Elementary Spanish I REL243 World Religions CHD100 Foundations Of Chemical Dependency FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory PSY230 Introduction to Statistics
ENROLLMENT 1,225 1,034 1,010 985 976 880 780 651 516 512 510 488 486 484 383 378 342 326 312 307 303 290 288 281 279 TOTAL: 14,026
START BUILDING YOUR EDUCATION TODAY.... BLOCK BY BLOCK! If you are planning to earn a degree or certificate from Rio Salado College, you will need to select a start date, and complete all classes for that term within your block’s start and end date. Taking your classes block by block provides you with a roadmap to follow toward the completion of your educational goals.You’ll stay on course knowing your next steps, and all your class options! For more information visit: riosalado.edu/calendar
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Arizonans Share Personal Stories for National Archives By Patricia Moore
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ozens of Arizona residents have left their mark on history by sharing personal stories in a national oral history project, thanks to a collaboration between Rio Salado College’s public radio station KJZZ 91.5 FM and StoryCorps. StoryCorps is a national nonprofit organization encouraging Americans to record, share, and preserve their stories. It is one of the largest oral history projects of its kind and has launched several initiatives aimed at providing future generations with a true and relevant reflection of the American experience. KJZZ General Manager James Paluzzi immediately saw the value of this community project. “KJZZ is working diligently to expand Rio’s public service by educating, enlightening and inspiring thousands of weekly listeners with thought-provoking news, information and discussions,” said Paluzzi. “StoryCorps is a great example of how KJZZ can bring our community together to exchange ideas and to learn from one another through listening.” Since 2003, StoryCorps has collected more than 30,000 candid narratives by facilitating interviews between people who care about and are important to each other. With participant permission, recordings are shared with National Public Radio and
archived by the American Folklife Center at the Library of Congress. “Among our most important priorities is to create a forum in which Arizona listeners can hear and share stories with people from all around the globe,” said Bill Shedd, KJZZ associate general manager. “This StoryCorps project gives us another way to do that.” Recordings were conducted in an Airstream trailer at the Burton Barr Central Library in Phoenix. StoryCorps interviews are designed to record conversations between people who are part of one anothers’ lives. “Besides honoring someone’s life, the stories bring perspective to Phoenix and other parts of the state, said Liliana Sullivan, a mobile-site supervisor for StoryCorps. “Participants help give StoryCorps a narrative landscape of their lives in Arizona.” Visitors can listen to select recordings at www.storycorps.org or through an available iPhone app. Full-length archived interviews are stored at the Library of Congress. KJZZ 91.5 FM is a community service of Rio Salado College’s Division of Public Services. The station plans to present the Arizona StoryCorps archives to the state for its centennial celebration in 2012. For more information visit:
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Available to You @ Rio Salado College The listing below represents a majority of the 500+ online and hybrid classes offered by Rio Salado College. (The number of classes offered each term varies. Classes start on Mondays – 48 times a year!) For a complete list of offerings, visit: www.riosalado.edu/schedule CLASS TITLE
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Allied Health HCC109 HCC130 HCC130AA HCC130AB HCC130AC HCC130AD HCC130AE HCC130AF HCC145 HCC145AA HCC145AB HCC145AC HCC146 HCR210 HCR230 HCR240 HES100 HES105 HES106 PED115 PHT104 PHT120
CPR for Health Care Provider Fundamentals in Health Care Health Care Today Workplace Behaviors Health Care Personal Wellness & Safety Communication & Teamwork Health Care Organizations Legal Issues in Health Care Decision Making in the Health Care Setting Medical Terminology Health Care Workers Medical Terminology Health Care Workers I Medical Terminology Health Care Workers II Medical Terminology Health Care Workers III Common Medical Terminology Health Care Workers Clinical Health Care Ethics Culture and Health Human Pathophysiology Healthful Living Finding Health Information Online Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator Lifetime Fitness Pharmacology for Pharmacy Technicians Pharmacy Technician Responsibilities
Biology BIO100 Biology Concepts BIO105 Environmental Biology BIO145 Marine Biology BIO156 Introductory Biology for Allied Health BIO160 Introduction to Human Anatomy and Physiology BIO162 Microbiology Concepts For Allied Health BIO201 Human Anatomy & Physiology I BIO202 Human Anatomy & Physiology II BIO205 Microbiology
Business and Management ACC105 ACC111 ACC112 ACC115 ACC221 ACC230 ACC240 ACC260 ACC262
Payroll, Sales, Property Tax Accounting Principles I Accounting Principles II Computerized Accouting Tax Accounting Uses of Accounting Information I Uses of Accounting Information II Certified Bookkeeper Preparation Seminar I Certified Bookkeeper Preparation Seminar II
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GBS131 Business Calculations GBS151 Introduction to Business GBS175 Professional Development GBS205 Legal, Ethical, and Regulatory Issues in Business GBS220 Quantitative Methods in Business GBS221 Business Statistics GBS233 Business Communication GBS258 Principles of Property and Liability Insurance GBS263 Personal Insurance GBS264 Commercial Insurance MGT175 Business Organization & Management MGT229 Management & Leadership I MGT251 Human Relations in Business MGT253 Owning & Operating a Small Business MGT276 Personal/Human Resource Management MGT289 Professional Human Resources Test Prep MKT268 Merchandising MKT271 Principles of Marketing PAD101 Survey of Public Administration PAD107 Public Finance Administration PAD122 Public Sector Human Resources Management PAD170 Public Sector Organizational Behavior PRM110 Legal Aspects for Property Management PRM112 Property Management Procedures PRM114 Property Risk Management PRM116 Property Valuation and Market Analysis PRM120 Apartment Property Leasing PRM130 Apartment Appliances I PRM134 Apartment Plumbing Systems PRM138 Apartment Home Electrical Systems PRM142 Apartment Maintenance: Basic HVAC PRM146 Apartment Interior/Exterior Maintenance SBU200 Society and Business TQM101 Quality Customer Service TQM230 Teamwork Dynamics
Chemical Dependency BHS205 CHD100 CHD102 CHD110 CHD120 CHD145 CHD150 CHD161 CHD165 CHD220 CHD226
Therapeutic Models Foundations of Chemical Dependency Communication Skills in Chemical Dependency Pharmacology of Substances of Abuse and Dependency Professional Ethics in Counseling the Chemically Dependent Aids & Chemical Dependency Principles of Self-Help Groups Beginning Clinical Documentation Skills Theory and Techniques in the Treatment of the Chemically Dependent Family Dynamics/Chemical Dependency Counseling Multicultural and Diverse Populations
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Chemical Dependency continued
CIS233DA Internet/Web Development Level II CIS233DC Internet Web Development: Dreamweaver CIS235 E-Commerce CIS240 Local Area Network Planning & Design CIS250 Management Information Systems CIS259 Visual Basic Programing II CIS262AD C# Level II CIS263AA Java Programming: Level II CIS280 Current Topics in Computing (Second Life) CIS288 Digital Design Portfolio
CHD236 CHD245 CHD250 CHD275 CHD280 CHD285 CHD285AA CHD285BB CHD285CC CHD285DD CHD285EE CHD285FF CHD285GG CHD285HH CHD285II CHD285JJ CHD294
Recovery/Relapse Chemical Dependency Co-Occurring Disorders/Dual Diagnosis Group Interventions with the Chemically Dependent Advanced Theory and Techniques: Treatment of the Chemically Dependent Chemical Dependency Practicum Chemical Dependency Seminar Treatment for Stimulant Use Disorders Seminar Adolescent Substance Abuse Treatment Seminar Addiction Review Seminar Motivation for Change in Substance Abuse Treatment Seminar Domestic Violence and Substance Abuse Seminar Street Drugs Seminar Addictive and Medical Plants Seminar Intervention and Treatment for Chemical Dependency Seminar Multicultural Aspects Clinical Supervision Training Advanced Foundations: Review for Chemical Dependency Counselor Licensing and/or Certification Exams
Communication COM100 COM110 COM225 COM230 COM259 COM263
Introduction to Human Communication Interpersonal Communication Public Speaking Small Group Communication Communication in Business & Professions Elements of Intercultural Communication
Computers BPC110 BPC125 BPC135DK BPC138AA BPC170 BPC225 BPC235DK BPC278 CIS105 CIS114DE CIS117DM CIS118AB CIS118BB CIS120DB CIS120DC CIS120DF CIS121AE CIS122AE CIS124AA CIS124BA CIS133DA CIS138DA CIS140 CIS150 CIS159 CIS162AD CIS163AA CIS190 CIS214DE CIS217AM CIS220DF CIS225
Computer Usage & Applications Microcomputer Setup & Maintenance Word: Level I Windows Desktop Design/Publishing Computer Maintenance I: A+ Essentials Prep Computer Configuration and Enhancement Word: Level II Software Installation-Windows Survey Computer Information Systems Excel Spreadsheet MS Access: Database Management Powerpoint: Level I Powerpoint: Level II Computer Graphics: Adobe Illustrator Flash: Digital Animation Computer Graphics: Adobe Photoshop Windows Operating System: Level I Windows Operating System: Level II Project Management Software: Level I Project Management Software Level II Internet/Web Development Level I Adobe InDesign Survey of Multimedia Technology Programming Fundamentals Visual Basic Programming I C#: Level I Java Programming: Level I Introduction to Local Area Networks Advanced Excel Spreadsheet: Level II Advanced MS Access: Database Management Advanced Photoshop Business Systems Analysis and Design
Counseling and Personal Development CPD102AB CPD102AC CPD115 CPD150
Career Exploration Creative Job Hunting Creating College Success Strategies for College Success
Creative Writing CRW150 Introduction to Creative Writing CRW160 Introduction to Writing Poetry CRW170 Introduction to Writing Fiction CRW180 Introduction to Writing Nonfiction CRW190 Introduction to Screenwriting CRW200 Readings for Writers CRW201 Portfolio CRW271 Topics in Writing: Fiction CRW272 Planning and Structuring the Novel CRW273 Writing the Novel
Dental Assisting CDA105 CDA110 CDA115 CDA120 CDA125 CDA240 CDA242 CDA245 CDA252 CDA285 CDA292
Introduction to Clinical Dental Assisting and Dental Office Management Infection Control and Hazard Communication Dental Anatomy & Pathology Dental Practice Emergencies and Patient Management Dental Materials Dental Radiographic Imaging Clinical Dental Assisting I: Basic Skills Fundamentals of Basic Clinical Skills Clinical Dental Assisting II: Advanced Skills Clinical Dental Assisting Seminar Dental Specialties
Family Life/Early Childhood Education CFS 120 CFS123 CFS125 CFS157 CFS159 CFS 163 CFS164AA CFS164AB CFS 164AC CFS176 CFS181 CFS183 CFS190 CFS 192 CFS194AA
Contemporary Issues In Early Childhood Health/Nutrition-Early Childhood Safety in Early Childhood Settings Marriage & Family Life The Modern Family Family Child Care: Introduction to Business Management Family Child Care: The Environment Family Child Care: Programming, Guidance and Observation Family Child Care: Family Partnerships and Professionalism Child Development Enhancing Infant and Toddler Development Contemporary Issues in Adolescence Home-Based Visitation Child Care Center Staff Development Early Childhood Program Management: Staffing and Managing U @ Rio Salado Magazine / Spring 2011 / uatrio.com
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EDU209AB EDU209AC EDU209AD EDU209AF EDU215 EDU215AA EDU215AB EDU215AC EDU215AD EDU215AE EDU217 EDU219 EDU220 EDU221 EDU222 EDU223AA EDU223AB EDU223AC EDU223AD EDU223AF EDU226 EDU227 EDU229 EDU230 EDU231 EDU234 EDU250 EDU251 EDU255AA EDU255AB EDU255AC EDU255AD EDU255AE EDU255AF EDU256AA EDU256AB EDU256AC EDU256AD EDU256AE EDU256AF EDU257AA EDU257AB EDU257AC EDU257AD EDU257AE EDU257AF EDU260AA EDU260AB EDU262AA EDU262AB EDU263AA EDU263AB EDU268 EDU270 EDU270AA EDU270AB EDU271 EDU272 EDU274 EDU276 EDU277AA EDU277AB
CFS195 CFS196 CFS205 CFS206 CFS207 CFS208 CFS210 CFS220 CFS225 CFS235 CFS240 CFS243 CFS247 CFS249 CFS250 CFS251 CFS252 CFS259 CFS269 CFS 277 CFS285AA ECH128 ECH236 ECH270 ECH271 ECH280 ECH282 EED200 EED205 EED210 EED212 EED215 EED220 EED222 EED245 EED250 EED255 EED260 EED261 EED262 EED263 EED270 EED272 EED278 EED280 FCS250 FCS260
Early Childhood Personal Supervision Ethics and the Early Childhood Educator Human Development Child and Family Organizations: Management and Administration Organization/Communication Leadership Fiscal Management and Grant Writing Family Life Education Introduction Parent & Family Development Foundations of Parent Education Developing Child: Theory into Practice, Prenatal - Age 8 Human Behavior in Context Cross-Cultural Parenting Family Ties and Aging Transition to Adulthood Social Policy and Families Transitions: Work to Retirement Contemporary Issues in Aging Sexuality Over the Life Span Child Care Seminar Adult-Adolescent Interaction Family-School Interaction: Preschool Early Learning: Play and the Arts Learning Materials for Young Children Observing Young Children Arranging the Environment Food Experiences with Young Children Discipline/Guidance of Child Groups Foundations of Early Childhood Education Developing Child: Prenatal to Age 8 Creative & Cognitive Play Guidance, Management and the Environment Early Learning: Health, Safety, Nutrition and Fitness Child, Family, Community and Culture Introduction Exceptional Young Child: Birth-8 Early Learning: Language Acquisition/Literacy Development Early Literacy Development Portfolio Development and Writing for the Profession Early Childhood Infant/Toddler Internship Early Childhood Preschool Internship Early Childhood Internship: Infant/Toddler Early Childhood Internship: Preschool Early Learning Development: 0-8 Early Childhood Educational Psychology Early Learning Curriculum & Instruction –Birth-Preschool Standards, Observation, Assessment of Typical/Atypical Behaviors of Young Children Birth-8 Portfolio Development and Professional Writing Family & Consumer Science Internship
Education CTE200 CTE210 CTE220 EDA220 EDA250 EDU204 EDU207 EDU208 EDU209AA
Career and Technical Education (CTE): Principles, Philosophy and Student Organizations CTE: Method/Curriculum Development CTE: Management & Lab Safety Introduction to the Adult Learner Mentoring the Adult Learner Fine Arts Educational Settings Teaching Adolescents Introduction to Structured English Immersion Teaching Students with Emotional Disabilities
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Teaching Students with Learning Disabilities Teaching Students with Mild and Moderate Mental Retardation Physical/Other Health Impairments Assessment of Exceptional Learners Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Education Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Social Studies Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Mathematics Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Science Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary English Methods and Curriculum Development in Secondary Education - Special Topics Methods for the Structured English Immersion/ESL Student Special Education Teaching Methods Introduction to Serving English Language Learners Introduction to Education Introduction to Exceptional Learner Emotional Disabilities in the Classroom Learning Disabilities in the Classroom Mild and Moderate Mental Retardation in the Classroom Physical and Other Health Impairments in the Classroom Assessment in Special Education Methods in Special Education Social Studies Teaching Methods Science Techniques & Methods Cultural Diversity Education Mathematic Teaching & Methods Role and Function of the Paraprofessional Teaching and Learning in the Community College Methods for Teaching Structured English Immersion/ESL Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Elementary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Elementary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Elementary Education IV Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Secondary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Secondary Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Secondary Education IV Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Special Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab Special Education Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education I Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education II Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education III Intern Certificate Student Teaching Lab - Special Education IV Art Methods/Curriculum Development Elementary Art Methods and Curriculum for Secondary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development for Elementary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development for Secondary Music Methods/Curriculum Development Elementary Music Method/Curriculum Development Secondary Secondary School Dynamic Instruction Learning & the Brain Elementary Reading & Decoding Secondary Reading and Decoding Phonics-Based Reading/Decoding Educational Psychology Adolescent Behavior/Classroom Classroom Management Elementary Student Teaching Secondary Student Teaching
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EPD247 EPD248 EPD249 EPD260 EPD269AA EPD269AB EPD273 EPD279 EPD286
EDU277AC EDU278 EDU284 EDU285 EDU285AA EDU285AB EDU285AC EDU287AA EDU287AB EDU287AC EDU288AA EDU288AB EDU288AC EDU289 EDU289AA EDU289AB EDU289AC EDU289AD EDU289AE EDU290 EDU291 EDU293 EDU295 EEC200 EEC201 EEC202 EEC203 EEC204 EEC205 EEC206 EEC222 EEC295 EEC297 EEP218 EEP224 EEP240 EEP242 EEP244 EEP246 EEP250 EEP260 EEP262 EEP264 EEP266 EEP268 EEP276 EEP288 EEP289 EPD212AA EPD212AB EPD214AA EPD214AB EPD215AA EPD215AB EPD216AA EPD216AB EPD220 EPD224 EPD233 EPD244 EPD246
Special Education Student Teaching Educational Assessment and Evaluation Dynamic Teaching/Secondary Education Seminar Education Program Seminar Current Perspectives in Education Education Perspectives Master Teacher Seminar I Master Teacher Seminar II Master Teacher Seminar III Student Teaching Lab-Elementary Student Teaching Lab-Secondary Student Teach Lab-Special Education Secondary Methods and Curriculum Development Secondary Social Studies Methods/Curriculum Development Secondary Math Methods/Curriculum Development Secondary Science Methods/Curriculum Development Secondary English Methods and Curriculum Development Secondary Methods/Curriculum Development Special Topics Science Methods/Curriculum Development Children’s Literature Math Methods/Curriculum Development Social Studies Methods/Curriculum Development Early Learning (EL) Foundations EL Guidance/Management EL Intro Exceptional Young Child EL Culture/Community/Family EL Language/Literacy Development EL Methods Language/Math/Science/Social Studies/Art Standards, Observation and Assessment of Typical and Atypical Behaviors EL Developing Child: Prenatal-8 Early Learning: Infant/Toddler/Preschool Internship Early Learning: Student Teaching Lab Early Learning: Health and Nutrition Child Development: Prenatal to Age Eight Early Childhood (EC) Foundations EC Guidance/Management EC Introduction to the Exceptional Young Child Early Learning Culture, Community, Family and the Child EC Language Literacy Development EC Curriculum Methods Math 0-8 EC Curriculum Methods Science 0-8 EC Curriculum Methods Social Studies 0-8 EC Curriculum Methods Language Arts 0-8 EC Curriculum Methods Art 0-8 Standards, Observation and Assessment Typical and Atypical Behaviors Birth-8 Student Teaching Lab Early Childhood Internship: Early Childhood Infant, Toddler, Preschool Elementary Art Methods & Curriculum Development Secondary Art Methods & Curriculum Development Elementary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development Secondary Dramatic Arts Methods and Curriculum Development Elementary Music Methods & Curriculum Development Secondary Music Methods & Curriculum Development Elementary Physical Education Methods & Curriculum Development Secondary Physical Education Methods & Curriculum Development Introduction to Serving the English Language Learner for Certified Teachers Teaching in the Middle School SEI/ESL Teaching Methods for Teachers Reading/Writing in SEI/ESL/Bilingual Settings Teaching/Assessments of English Language Learners
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Practicum for ESL/BIL Teachers Adolescent Behavior Methods/Curriculum Development for Math Teacher Education Overview Methods Using Technology in K-6 Classroom Methods Using Technology in 7-12 Classroom Phonics-Based K-12 Reading D/R Reading Practicum K-12 Middle Grade Practicum
eLearning Design ELN100 ELN101 ELN102 ELN103 ELN104 ELN105 ELN106 ELN107 ELN108 ELN109 ELN110 ELN111 ELN112 ELN113 ELN114 ELN115 ELN116 ELN117 ELN118 ELN120 ELN121 ELN122 ELN123 ELN202 ELN204 ELN290AA ELN290AB ELN290AC
Foundations of eLearning Design K-12 eLearning Design Level I eLearning Media Level I K-12 eLearning Technology/Media Web 2.0 in eLearning Classroom Management K-12 eLearning Discipline and Behavior in K-12 eLearning Parent Communication and Involvement in K-12 eLearning Legal Issues in K-12 eLearning Engaging K-12 eLearners Introduction to eLearning Environments K-12 eLearning Environments Methods of Building and Facilitating eLearning: 9-12 Methods of Building and Facilitating eLearning: K-8 Building Community with Online Learners eLearning Multiple Generation Mobile Devices as Learning Tools Interactions in eLearning Motivation: The Online Learner Organizing and Evaluating eLearning Projects Evaluating K-12 eLearning K-12 eLearning Assessment Creation Assessment of Online Learning eLearning Media Level II eLearning Design Level II eLearning Design Internship eLearning Design Internship eLearning Design Internship
English and English Humanities ENG081 Basic Writing Skills ENG091 Fundamentals of Writing ENG101 First-Year Composition ENG102 First-Year Composition ENG107 First-Year Composition for ESL ENG108 First-Year Composition for ESL ENG111 Technical/Professional Writing ENG213 Introduction to the Study of Language ENG235 Magazine Article Writing ENH222 Survey English Literature After 1800 ENH230 Introduction to Shakespeare ENH241 American Literature Before 1860 ENH251 Mythology ENH259 American Indian Literature ENH275 Modern Fiction ENH291 Children’s Literature ENH292 Literature for Adolescents
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English as a Second Language (ESL)
Interior Design
ESL010 ESL011 ESL013 ESL014 ESL020 ESL021 ESL030 ESL031 ESL040 ESL041 ESL054AA
INT105 INT150
English as a Second Language I: Grammar English as a Second Language I - Listening & Speaking Basic Vocabulary for ESL I Idiomatic English for ESL I English as a Second Language II: Grammar English as a Second Language II - Listening & Speaking English as a Second Language III: Grammar English as a Second Language III - Listening & Speaking English a Second Language IV: Grammar English a Second Language IV - Listening & Speaking American Culture: History
Food and Nutrition FON100 FON100LL FON104 FON118 FON122 FON143 FON160 FON161 FON162 FON163 FON180 FON241 FON241LL
Introductory Nutrition Introductory Nutrition Lab Certification in Food Safety and Sanitation Commercial Baking Techniques Principles Food/Beverage Service Food and Culture Modern Food Systems Sustainable Food Production Systems Organic Foods Production Sustainable Restaurant Practices Principles and Skills for Professional Cooking Principles of Human Nutrition Human Nutrition Lab
History HIS100 HIS101 HIS102 HIS103 HIS104 HIS105 HIS145 HIS277 HIS282AC
History of Western Civilization to Middle Ages History of Western Civilization Middle Ages to 1789 History of Western Civilization 1789 to Present United States History to 1865 United States History 1865 to Present Arizona History History of Mexico The Modern Middle East Volunteerism for History: A Service Learning Experience
Humanities ARH100 ARH101 ARH102 ART112 HUM201 HUM205 HUM210 HUM225 HUM250 HUM251 MHL140 MHL143 MHL145 MHL153 THE111 THE205 THE210
Introduction to Art Prehistoric Through Gothic Art Renaissance Through Contemporary Art Two-Dimensional Design Humanities: Universal Themes Introduction to Cinema Contemporary Cinema Introduction to Popular Culture Ideas and Values in the Humanities Ideas and Values in the Humanities Survey of Music History Music in World Cultures American Jazz and Popular Music Rock Music and Culture Introduction to Theatre Introduction to Cinema Contemporary Cinema
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Introduction to Interior Design Color and Design
Languages ARB101 ARB102 ARB201 ARB202 CHI101 CHI102 CHI201 CHI202 FRE101 FRE102 FRE201 FRE202 GER101 GER102 GER201 GER202 JPN101 JPN102 JPN201 JPN202 SLC201 SLG101 SLG102 SLG201 SLG202 SPA101 SPA102 SPA115 SPA116 SPA117 SPA118 SPA119 SPA120 SPA201 SPA202 SPA205 SPA206 SPA225 SPA226 SPH245
Elementary Arabic I Elementary Arabic II Intermediate Arabic I Intermediate Arabic II Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) I Elementary Chinese (Mandarin) II Intermediate Chinese I Intermediate Chinese II Elementary French I Elementary French II Intermediate French I Intermediate French II Elementary German I Elementary German II Intermediate German I Intermediate German II Elementary Japanese I Elementary Japanese II Intermediate Japanese I Intermediate Japanese II Introduction to Linguistics American Sign Language I American Sign Language II American Sign Language III American Sign Language IV Elementary Spanish I Elementary Spanish II Beginning Spanish Conversation I Beginning Spanish Conversation II Health Care Spanish I Health Care Spanish II Spanish for Educational Settings I Spanish for Educational Settings II Intermediate Spanish I Intermediate Spanish II Spanish for Medical Interpretation I Spanish for Medical Interpretation II Intermediate Spanish Conversation I Intermediate Spanish Conversation II Hispanic Heritage in the Southwest
Library Science IFS101 IFS105 LBS101
Information Skills in the Digital Age Finding Health Information Online Library Resource Concepts/Skills
Mathematics MAT082 MAT092 MAT102 MAT122 MAT142 MAT151 MAT156 MAT157
Basic Arithmetic Introductory Algebra Math Concepts/Applications Intermediate Algebra College Mathematics College Algebra/Functions Mathematics for Elementary Teachers I Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
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LET211 Criminalistics LET223 Search & Seizure LET224 Crime Scene Investigations LET282 Police Roles and Responsibilities LET284 Professionalism within Policing LET285BA Current Issues in Law Enforcement Technology LET286 Modern Policing Strategies PAR102 Foundations of the Paralegal Profession PAR104 Ethics for the Paralegal PAR106 Legal Foundations: Paralegals PAR112 Paralegal Fundamentals of Litigation PAR114 Paralegal Litigation PAR206 Paralegal Business Law PAR208 Introduction to Tort Law PAR220 Paralegal Writing PAR222 Paralegal Research PAR224 Law Office Technology: Paralegal PAR230 Family Law for the Paralegal PAR231 Elder Law for the Paralegal PAR232 Bankruptcy Law for the Paralegal PAR233 Real Estate Law for the Paralegal PAR234 Administrative Law for the Paralegal PAR235 Corporate Law for the Paralegal PAR236 Estate Law for the Paralegal
MAT172 Finite Mathematics MAT182 Plane Trigonometry MAT187 Precalculus MAT206 Elements of Statistics MAT212 Brief Calculus MAT221 Calculus Analytic Geometry I MAT231 Calculus Analytic Geometry II MAT241 Calculus Analytic Geometry III
Physical Science AGS182 AST101 AST102 CHM107 CHM107LL CHM130 CHM130LL CHM138 CHM138LL CHM151 CHM151LL CHM152 CHM152LL GLG101 GLG102 GLG103 GLG104 GLG110 GLG111 GLG140 PHS110 PHS120 PHY101 SUS110
Gardening Practices and Techniques Survey of Astronomy Survey of Astronomy Laboratory Chemistry & Society Chemistry & Society Lab Fundamental Chemistry Fundamental Chemistry Lab Chemistry for Allied Health Chemical Allied Health Lab General Chemistry I General Chemistry I Lab General Chemistry II General Chemistry II Lab Introduction to Geology I-Physical Lecture Introduction to Geology II-Historical Lecture Introduction to Geology I-Physical Lab Introduction to Geology II-Historical Lab Geology Disasters and Environment Geology Disasters Environmental Lab Introduction to Oceanography Fundamentals of Physical Science Introduction to Physical Science Introduction to Physics Sustainable World
Psychology, Philosophy, Religion, and Future Studies PHI101 PHI216 PSY101 PSY230 PSY240 PSY260 PSY266 PSY290AB REL243
Introduction to Philosophy Environmental Ethics Introduction to Psychology Introduction to Statistics Developmental Psychology Psychology of Personality Abnormal Psychology Research Methods World Religions
Public Safety Programs LET106 LET109 LET110 LET125 LET127 LET146 LET156 LET202 LET203
Patrol Procedures Criminal Law Paralegal Fundamentals of Litigation Legal Aspects of Law Enforcement Field Problems Officer Survival First Aid Traffic Procedures Report Writing
Reading CRE101 RDG030 RDG040 RDG091
College Critical Reading Reading English as a Second Language III Reading English as a Second Language IV College Preparatory Reading
Recreation REC150AB
Outdoor Adventure Skills
Social Sciences ASB102 ASB202 ASB222 ASB245 ECN211 ECN212 GCU121 GPH111 GPH194 GPH240 POS110 POS220 POS221 POS222 SOC101 SOC140 SOC157 SOC212
Introduction to Cultural and Social Anthropology Ethnic Relations in the United States Buried Cities and Lost Tribes: Old World Indians of the Southwest Macroeconomic Principles Microeconomic Principles World Geography I: Eastern Hemisphere Introduction to Physical Geography Introduction to Antarctica Natural Hazards, Disasters, and Catastrophes American National Government U.S and Arizona Constitution Arizona Constitution U.S. Constitution Introduction to Sociology Racial & Ethnic Minorities Sociology of Marriage & Family Gender and Society
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How to Serve Your Community In keeping with the theme of this issue of U @ Rio Salado, below are several organizations that compile volunteer opportunities so you can get involved in serving your community. CITY OF TEMPE
KEEP PHOENIX BEAUTIFUL
PHOENIX VOLUNTEERS
The City of Tempe municipal volunteer program provides citizens with opportunities to serve within the Tempe municipal government organization and the community. A wide variety of service opportunities exist for individuals and groups, from sixth-graders through golden-agers.
Keep Phoenix Beautiful is an affiliate of Keep America Beautiful, a nonprofit that promotes the preservation and protection of our environment through recycling initiatives and education, litter reduction, beautification and community improvement activities.
Phoenix Volunteers supports various non-profit organizations in the Valley by organizing local volunteer opportunities that occur at convenient times and for minimal amounts of time, only 2 to 4 hours, making it easy to fit volunteering into your hectic schedule.
keepphxbeautiful.org
phoenixvolunteers.org
KJZZ / KBAQ
SUN SOUNDS OF ARIZONA
Public radio fans can make a difference at listener-supported KJZZ and KBAQ during pledge drives, station events and mass mailings.
If you have a passion for reading, you’ll find enriching volunteer opportunities at Sun Sounds of Arizona, a service for people living with disabilities who cannot read print.
tempe.gov/volunteer
CREATE THE GOOD AARP is calling on its members to volunteer in their neighborhoods through the Create the Good program. Create the Good provides a searchable database of local volunteering events and opportunities that suit your interests, how-to guides and more. createthegood.org
HANDSON OF GREATER PHOENIX HandsOn Greater Phoenix is a nonprofit organization that empowers people to bWecome engaged, take action and create positive change in their communities. handsonphoenix.org
kjzz.org kbaq.org
NATIONAL MENTORING PARTNERSHIP The MENTOR program champions youth mentoring in the United States. They help millions of young people find the support and guidance they need to build productive and meaningful lives. The organization provides an online tool to identify mentoring opportunities in your community. mentoring.org
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sunsounds.org
VOLUNTEERMATCH VolunteerMatch strengthens communities by making it easier for good people and good causes to connect. The organization offers a variety of online services to support a community of nonprofit, volunteer and business leaders committed to civic engagement. volunteermatch.org
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Rio Salado College Locations RIO SALADO COLLEGE
Rio Salado College Lifelong Learning Center
Rio Salado College Ann Ott Adult Learning Center
480-517-8000 or 1-800-729-1197 2323 W. 14th St. Tempe, AZ 85281 (west of 52nd Street between University & Broadway) • All student-related services • Bookstore & Library • KJZZ/KBAQ Radio Stations 480-834-5627 • Sun Sounds of Arizona Radio Reading Service 480-774-8300
480-377-4250 12535 Smokey Drive Surprise, AZ 85378 (just south of Bell Road) • Testing Center & Computer lab • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • RISE Learning for Life
480-377-4300 1801 S. 12th St. Phoenix, AZ 85034 (south of Buckeye Road) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes
Administrative Headquarters
Rio Salado College @ 7th Avenue 480-377-4050 619 N. 7th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85007 (just south of I-10 on 7th Ave.) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Future site for new high school and Green Learning Campus
Rio Salado College @ Avondale 480-377-4400 420 N. Central Ave. Avondale, AZ 85323 • Testing Center & Computer lab • ABE/GED/ELAA classes
Rio Salado College @ East Valley 480-377-4150 1455 S. Stapley Drive, Suite 15 Mesa, AZ 85204 (just north of the Superstition Highway) • Testing Center • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Computer Lab
New location openings are subject to construction timelines and other factors. For the most up to date information, please visit www.riosalado.edu/locations
Rio Salado College @ Northern (Future site for current programs/ services located at Paradise Valley Mall.) 1715 W. Northern Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85021 • Clinical Dental Assisting
Rio Salado College School of Dental Hygiene 480-377-4100 1150 E. Washington St. Phoenix, AZ 85034
Communiversity @ Surprise www.azcommuniversity.com 480-384-9000 or 866-330-6892 15950 N. Civic Center Plaza Surprise, AZ 85374 • Certificate through Master’s Degrees
Communiversity @ Queen Creek Coming soon at Ellsworth & Ocotillo Road, Queen Creek, AZ
East Valley Veterans Education Center www.evvec.org 480-384-9850 2055 S. Cottonwood Drive Tempe, AZ 85282 • One stop resource for veterans and their families
Rio Salado College Incarcerated Re-Entry Perryville & Lewis Prisons
Rio Salado College @ Luke AFB 480-377-4010 56th Mission Support Center, Rm 3138 7383 N. Litchfield Road Glendale, AZ 85309 (two blocks north of Glendale Avenue on Luke Air Force Base) • Restricted access • Testing Center
Rio Salado College @ Paradise Valley Mall 4550 East Cactus Road Phoenix, AZ 85032 • Testing Center • ABE/GED/ELAA classes • Computer Lab
Rio Salado College Scottsdale Adult Learning Center 480-941-5166 1170 N. 86th Way Scottsdale, AZ 85257 (old Apache Park School) • ABE/GED/ELAA classes
ABE - Adult Basic Education GED - General Education Development (high school diploma equivalency) ELAA - English Language Acquisition for Adults
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