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Z DegreeThe sample courses below were developed using the Quality Matters rubric as a framework for quality course development. They do not require you to purchase an expensive textbook and are part of MCC's Zero-Textbook-Cost-Degree with the highest standards and include multimedia, engaged faculty and perfectly selected content. They were developed in an accelerated 8-week format to allow you to complete the course quicker. If you are a part-time student, take one class every 8 weeks. If you are a full-time student, take two classes every 8 weeks, so you get a richer more in-depth experience in a shorter time frame.

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COM225 - Public Speaking

COM225 - Public Speaking

Designed to enhance the student's ability to present public speeches confidently and competently. Also designed to improve information literacy and critical thinking skills.

COM225 fulfills the Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] tag for the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).

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CIS105 - Survey of Computer Information Systems

CIS105 - Survey of Computer Information Systems

Overview of computer technology, concepts, terminology, and the role of computers in business and society. Discussion of social and ethical issues related to computers. Use of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. Includes uses of application software and the Internet for efficient and effective problem solving. Exploration of relevant emerging technologies.

CIS105 fulfills the Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L] tag for the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).

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ARH101 - Prehistoric Through Gothic Art

ARH101 - Prehistoric Through Gothic Art

History of art from prehistoric through medieval period.

ARH101 fulfills the Historical Awareness [H], Humanities, Fine Arts & Design [HU] tags for the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).

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ASM104 - Bones, Stones, and Human Evolution

ASM104 - Bones, Stones, and Human Evolution

Study of human evolution and variation; including fossil hominids and their tools, primate anatomy and behavior, human genetics, and the environment and human biology.

ASM104 fulfills the Social-Behavioral Sciences [SB], Natural Sciences General [SG] tags for the Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC).

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*Please note: These courses are only previews, you can interact with some of the content, but will not receive any feedback from the course instructors – they are just samples. We are currently adding more courses to this page, so check back for more previews!