Fall 1999
Vol 8 Issue 1
IN THIS ISSUE...
Student Voices-Insights on Invaluable Learning Experiences
Taking Learning and Leadership Seriously
Redefining the Learning Environment
A Win-Win Situation for Everyone
Challenging Beliefs about Good Teaching
An Emphasis on Quality Learning
Involvement in the Teaching Process
Providing Support and Motivation
Learning and Sharing
Learning at a Community College: An International Perspective
ASSIDERE
Getting Students Involved in Assessment
Students Sharing Their Learning
SEE ALSO...
The Labyrinth
Maricopa Center for Learning and Instruction
Learning and Sharing
June Kraft, RSC
Andrew Bullion attends classes at the Perryville prison campus where he is a continuing Rio Salado College student in both the Chemical Dependency and Computer Technology programs. In addition to continuing his education, he works as an aide to the substance abuse counselor at the prison. Andrew maintains, "The knowledge I gained from the Chemical Dependency program is paying huge dividends for me already. It made the difference when the job I now have became available. The Level I Certification through Rio Salado gave me a clear advantage. Also, I am able to share that knowledge with others, which means a lot to me." Andrew has taught as an education aid both literacy and GED for about seven years in the Department of Corrections. His main teaching areas are Science and Mathematics. His teaching experience has been with adult students from varying backgrounds, cultures, and economic status. He explains the diversity of his students as being similar to the different types of herbs. "Each herb or student has unique qualities and characteristics, but neither is solely special. Yet, when they are blended together What a delight!" Andrew's views on the classroom environment are indicative of his desire for success and excellence.