GNST - General Studies

GNST 099 College Reading Skills

College-reading skills are developed and practiced. The primary focus is on literal and inferential comprehension, vocabulary development, reading speed and efficiency, and specific strategies for reading in different disciplines.

Credits

2.0

Offered

Fall Semester

GNST 101 Seminar for Academic Success

New learning strategies and methods through which students can become successful in college. Students are guided to become self-directed learners.

Credits

2.0

Offered

Both Semesters

GNST 220 Dynamics of Leadership

Styles of techniques of leadership that are essential to working with groups. Determination and development of personal leadership style. Analysis of the structure of groups from casual social groups to formal business groups. Emphasis upon decision-making and problem solving through appropriate leadership techniques.

Credits

3.0

Offered

Spring Semester

GNST 335 Teaching Assistantship in General Studies

Teaching Assistants in General Studies assist instructors with activities in support of course learning outcomes such as increasing self-motivation, mastering effective study skills, applying critical thinking to problem-solving, and developing personal responsibility and interdependence. 

Credits

1.0 - 2.0

Offered

Both Semesters