Skill Development
5 courses · Sierra College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
SKDV 0001 Techniques of Tutoring
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture
- Advisory
- Eligibility for ENGL C1000
- Formerly
- SKDV 21A
- Transfers to
- CSU
Introduction to learning theories, styles and techniques as related to tutoring. Fundamentals of communication and motivation for effective tutoring. Strategies for planning tutoring sessions. Tutoring techniques and resources for addressing unique student needs. (CSU)
SKDV 0010 How to be a Successful Online Student
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Designed to develop the skills for success in the online learning environment. Includes defining online learning, navigating the learning management system, exploring effective study strategies, developing online community and identifying and applying in the online learning environment Sierra College resources and tools. Utilizing basic computer skills and online tools. (CSU)
SKDV 0020 Information Literacy and Research Skills
- Units
- 1
- Hours
- 18 lecture
- Transfers to
- CSU
Development of information literacy skills for academic and personal research. Emphasis on identifying, locating, evaluating and using information resources. (CSU)
SKDV 0028 Independent Study
- Units
- 1-3
- Transfers to
- CSU
Designed for students interested in furthering their knowledge at an independent study level in an area where no specific curriculum offering is currently available. Independent study might include, but is not limited to, research papers, special subject area projects, and research projects. See Independent Study page in catalog. (CSU)
SKDV 0801 Supervised Tutoring
- Units
- 0
Designed to assist students who desire supplemental tutoring or learning assistance in critical thinking, composition or computation in for all subjects. Tutorial or learning assistance content is based on student need and augments coursework. Use of tutorial or learning assistance services enrolls students in this non-fee, non-credit course, and does not substitute for any other course or coursework. May be repeated. (noncredit)