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Virginia College EDU1010 Mini Page 1
Course Syllabus
Course Number: EDU1010 Section:
Course Title: Learning Framework
Instructor Name:
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Website URL for Online Access:
Credit Hours: 4
Lecture Hours: 40
Lab Hours: 0
Course Length: 6 weeks
Prerequisite(s): None
Textbook:
Clifton, Donald, et. al. (2006). StrengthsQuest: Discover and Develop your
Strengths in Academics, Career, and Beyond, (2 nd ed.). Gallup Press.
Instructional
Materials:
Virtual Library (through the student portal at ) , instructor
notes, hand-outs, outside readings, research, group interaction, case
studies, textbook, and Internet sources.
Course Description:
Students are introduced to practical models for adult learning.
Experimentation with various learning models and application of study
strategies based upon the models will result in students developing a
personal learning approach matched to their preferences and
strengths. Topics also include life skills applicable to support student and
career success. This course also introduces the student to Virginia College
and its learning resources.
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student should be able to:
 examine individual personality types, learning styles, and strengths;
 discuss various memory, note-taking, and active study strategies;
 analyze time management and stress management techniques;
 apply critical thinking to solve case studies and hypothetical
situations;
 describe and demonstrate effective communication skills;
 examine the relationship between conflict resolution and working in
teams;
 display information literacy skills;
 demonstrate financial literacy skills;
 develop a career plan that includes the desired career path as well
as short and long-term goals;
 demonstrate the attributes of professionalism; and
 work cooperatively with others.
Instructional
Methods:
Discussion, lecture, audio visual, demonstration, and hands-on application.
Reviewed Date: January 2016

Virginia College EDU1010 Mini Page 2
Course Syllabus
Resources: Textbooks and Virtual Library. Virginia College supports a successful
academic experience for all students, which includes providing a basis for
learning life-long research skills. The Virtual Library and its thousands of
resources are available to all students 24 hours/ 7 days a week. Reference
materials are available in our college library as well as the Internet and the
local public libraries. Research assignments should include the Virtual
Library which is your gateway to reference resources. Students may
access the virtual library through the website: .
Should you need assistance with either using the library or finding a
specific resource, contact a librarian for assistance by clicking on the Ask a
Virtual Librarian link .The dedicated library staff
is available around the clock to assist you.