Chandler-Gilbert Community College Course Catalog and Student Handbook for the 2017-2018 year.
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Glossary of College Terminology Chandler-Gilbert Community College Catalog and Student Handbook 2015-2016 618 SELF-PACED CLASSES Essentially self-study courses that permit students to set flexible schedules. Students may enroll in self-paced courses throughout most of a semester. Self-paced courses are recommended for students who are self- motivated, are strong readers, have good problem-solving skills, can manage time well, and can set their own deadlines. SEMESTER Traditionally half an academic year, about 16 weeks in length. Fall semester begins in August and spring semester begins in January. SERVICE LEARNING Service-Learning combines community service with academic instruction focusing on critical-thinking and problem-solving, values clarification, social and personal development, and civic responsibility. CGCC students have been performing meaningful service at community agencies to learn experientially during one-day events, class projects, and individual placements for over 10 years. SYLLABUS One or more pages of course requirements that instructors give to students on the first day of class. The syllabus may include detailed information about a course, such as an instructor's grading system, attendance policies, and testing and assignment dates. TRANSCRIPT An official record of a student's college coursework that is maintained by the college registrar. Courses taken, grades, GPA, and graduation information are included on a transcript. TRANSFER CREDIT Course credit that is accepted from or by another college or university. TUITION AND FEES The cost per semester credit unit that students must pay for their college courses. Tuition and fees are determined by the Maricopa County Community College Governing Board. TUTORING Additional learning assistance provided by tutors to students in individual or group sessions. Tutoring is centralized in the Learning Center. WITHDRAWAL Officially dropping any or all courses during a semester.