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Benefits for Students

There are many benefits for students who enroll in a learning community. Learning communities are being used by colleges and universities across the United States. Research at those institutions as well as at MCC has shown that students benefit by enrolling in a learning community. The benefits for students are:

     * Students in learning communities have a higher GPA than their peers.

     * Students are more connected to the college and their classmates.

     * Students stay in college and have a lower drop out rate.

     * Students feel closer to faculty and more comfortable in college.

     * Students experience a higher degree of satisfaction in their courses.

See also the Cool Link What Students Say for students' comments on Learning Communities.

See also the Cool Link Read All About It for assessments on the higher rate of student success and retention in college for members of Learning Communities.

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