Learning Resources
13 courses · Merritt College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
LRNRE 30 Introduction to Tutoring
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to the methods of effective tutoring: Responsibilities, questioning and modeling techniques, learning style and strategies study skills and strategies, leading small group sessions, cultural awareness, and tutoring in specific subject areas.
LRNRE 211 Computer Access
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 2 hours lecture, 3 hours lab
Computer Access is recommended for students with disabilities: Enroll through Program and Services for Students with Disabilities, with no prior computer experience necessary.Computer basics for individuals with visual, physical, or learning disabilities including Using adaptive programs as appropriate, and use of screen- reading software to assist in editing and proofreading written work; introductory Internet skills, including e-mail and Canvas, and locating resources on the web; introduction to WORD and PPT.
LRNRE 261 English for Life and Career Success
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
(Recommended for students with disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per Title 5, section 56029.) Introduction and practice in reading and writing skills for life/career success: Vocabulary development; reading documents in community life and the work place; basic writing for community, life and employment purposes; and Internet and library use.
LRNRE 262 Mathematics for Life and Career Success
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
- Advisory
- LRNRE 272.
Mathematics for daily use in community, home and work: Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with and without a calculator; banking and credit cards; wages and benefit statements; budget planning. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling.
LRNRE 272 Computer Access Projects
- Units
- .5-2
- Hours
- 1.5 - 6 hours lab
Open-entry/open-exit. Recommended for students with disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per title 5, Sec 56029. Introduction to assistive software: Use of screen reading, image enlargement, speech recognition, scan/read or other software appropriate to the student’s disability; application of assistive software to complete assignments for mainstream courses.
LRNRE 280 Study Skills
- Units
- .5-3
- Hours
- .5 - 3 hours lecture, 1.5 - 9 hours lab
Systematic approach to understanding principles of learning for all academic disciplines: Effective study techniques to give confidence in coping with the college environment; psychological awareness and self-esteem.
LRNRE 281 Career Awareness, Disability and Success
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
(Recommended for students with disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per title 5, section 56029.) Introduction of career and job awareness and readiness for students with a disability: Focus on career and job related interests, aptitudes, and personality characteristics; addresses impact of disability on job related tasks and how to work around or accommodate such issues; discussion on disability related community agencies, disability benefits versus employment salaries.
LRNRE 297A Metacognitive Learning I
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 1 hour lecture
Recommended for students with learning disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per title 5, section 56029. Overview of issues relating to learning disabilities: Aptitude-achievement discrepancies, processing strengths and deficits, adaptive technology, study strategies, services and accommodations, disability laws, title 5, and the California Community Colleges Learning Disabilities Eligibility Service Model.
LRNRE 501 Supervised Tutoring
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1 - 15 hours lab
Supervised tutoring: Individual or small group tutoring to improve student success in college courses.
LRNRE 561 Basic English for Life and Career Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
(Recommended for students with disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per Title 5, section 56029.) Introduction and practice in reading and writing skills for life/career success: Vocabulary development; reading documents in community life and the workplace; basic writing for the community, life, and employment purposes; and Internet and library use.
LRNRE 562 Basic Math for Life and Career Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
Basic mathematics for daily use in community, home and work: Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division with and without a calculator; banking and credit cards; wages and benefit statements; budget planning. (Recommended for Students with Disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Disability Services Program Counselor before enrolling.)
LRNRE 566 Career Awareness, Disability and Success
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 3 hours lecture
Introduction of career and job awareness and readiness for students with a disability: Focus on career and job related interests, aptitudes, and personality characteristics; addresses impact of disability on job related tasks and how to work around or accommodate such issues; discussion on disability related community agencies, disability benefits versus employment salaries.
LRNRE 572 Computer Access Projects
- Units
- 0
- Hours
- 1.5 - 6 hours lab
Open-entry/open-exit. Recommended for students with disabilities. It is recommended that students see a Student Accessibility Services counselor before enrolling. Course may be repeated as necessary per title 5, Sec 56029. Introduction to assistive software: Use of screen reading, image enlargement, speech recognition, scan/read or other software appropriate to the student’s disability; application of assistive software to complete assignments for mainstream courses.