Anthony Griffith, Ph.D.

Residential Faculty - Critical Reading and Developmental Reading"

Office: AD 42 - Room: AD06

480-461-7043 (alt)

Office Hours

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM	12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Online	Online	Online	Online	Online
		By appointment	By appointment	By appointment

Monday's office hours will be held Virtually. Tuesday's office hours will be held Virtually and/or via Phone - No appointment is needed during these hours. You may also schedule an appointment if needed outside of the regular office hours on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays.

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

CRE101	College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking					3 Credits
Develop and apply critical thinking skills through critically reading varied and challenging materials. Includes analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and synthesis through at least two substantial writing and/or speaking tasks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113)], or a grade of B or better in ALT100, or an appropriate district placement, or permission of Instructor.
General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
14217	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024			Class Ended
14217	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 14217: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 14217 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu

RDG100	Successful College Reading					3 Credits
Emphasis on reading study strategies for any introductory class in any subject area. Introduction to Learning Management System (LMS), how to successfully read course textbooks and assessments, how to navigate information technology and development of academic vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ALT100, or ESL202, or appropriate reading placement, or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any 100-level course in another content area, or permission of Instructor.
Course Notes: Students who test into RDG091 are now able to satisfy the RDG091 requirement with RDG100. This class is designed to help students read the necessary college level material used in a companion course in another discipline. Students must be co-enrolled in any introductory course in another content area to take RDG100. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Reading/Writing Boot Camps that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
15389	Dobson Campus EF 4S	In Person Lecture	08/20/2024 – 10/11/2024	TuTh	9:00 AM – 10:15 AM	Class Ended
15389	Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 15389: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong
14925	Dobson Campus EF 4S	In Person Lecture	08/20/2024 – 10/11/2024	TuTh	10:30 AM – 11:45 AM	Class Ended
14925	Notes: Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. This class is a Zero-Textbook-Cost Course, also known as a "Z Class." You will have access to class materials online without having to purchase a textbook.
14378	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	08/19/2024 – 10/11/2024			Class Ended
14378	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Class 14378 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 14378: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong

Fall Flex Start 2024

RDG100	Successful College Reading					3 Credits
Emphasis on reading study strategies for any introductory class in any subject area. Introduction to Learning Management System (LMS), how to successfully read course textbooks and assessments, how to navigate information technology and development of academic vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ALT100, or ESL202, or appropriate reading placement, or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any 100-level course in another content area, or permission of Instructor.
Course Notes: Students who test into RDG091 are now able to satisfy the RDG091 requirement with RDG100. This class is designed to help students read the necessary college level material used in a companion course in another discipline. Students must be co-enrolled in any introductory course in another content area to take RDG100. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Reading/Writing Boot Camps that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
14564	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024			Class Started
14564	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

CRE101	College Critical Reading and Critical Thinking					3 Credits
Develop and apply critical thinking skills through critically reading varied and challenging materials. Includes analysis, evaluation, interpretation, and synthesis through at least two substantial writing and/or speaking tasks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(ENG101 or ENG107) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or RDG111, or RDG112, or RDG113)], or a grade of B or better in ALT100, or an appropriate district placement, or permission of Instructor.
Course Notes: It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Reading/Writing Boot Camps that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
General Education Designations: Literacy & Critical Inquiry [L]
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
26944	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025			Open 11 of 22 Seats Available
26944	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26944: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 26944 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu
26946	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025			Open 22 of 22 Seats Available
26946	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26946: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 26946 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu

RDG100	Successful College Reading					3 Credits
Emphasis on reading study strategies for any introductory class in any subject area. Introduction to Learning Management System (LMS), how to successfully read course textbooks and assessments, how to navigate information technology and development of academic vocabulary. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ALT100, or ESL202, or appropriate reading placement, or permission of Instructor. Corequisites: Any 100-level course in another content area, or permission of Instructor.
Course Notes: RDG100 provides for reading support for any 100 level course in another department. Students who test into RDG091 and who are also taking an introductory course in another department are eligible for this class. This class satisfies the RDG091 requirement. Concurrent enrollment in any other level 100 course is required. It is highly encouraged that you attend the FREE MCC Reading/Writing Boot Camp that occurs prior to the beginning of the semester. Participants will review key skills necessary for success; participants will be better prepared for their course. Visit https://www.mesacc.edu/students/foundations-student-success/boot-camps for more information and to register.
Section	Location	Delivery	Dates	Days	Times	Availability
27448	Dobson Campus EF 3S	Hybrid Lecture	01/14/2025 – 03/07/2025	TuTh	9:00 AM – 10:15 AM	Open 18 of 22 Seats Available
27448	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 27448: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 27448 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu
27551	Dobson Campus EF 3S	Hybrid Lecture	01/14/2025 – 03/07/2025	TuTh	10:30 AM – 11:45 AM	Open 13 of 22 Seats Available
27551	Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 27551: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. Class 27551 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu
26950	Online Course	Online (On Your Time) Lecture	01/13/2025 – 03/07/2025			Open 8 of 22 Seats Available
26950	Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information. Zero-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of required online instructional materials for this "Z Class" is $0. Low-Textbook-Cost Class: The total cost of the required materials for this course is $40 or less. Open Educational Resources (OER) are learning, teaching, and research materials in any format and medium that reside in the public domain or have an open license copyright that permits no-cost access, re-use, re-purpose, retention, redistribution, and adaptation by others. iBelong Student Success Initiative. Class 26950: is part of “iBelong” utilizing an iPad to complete coursework. Please visit our iBelong website for more information on student iPad checkouts. https://www.mesacc.edu/ibelong Class 26950 Students may contact instructor at: anthony.griffith@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

Phd Curriculum & Instruction: Language & Literacy

MS Elementary Education

BS Criminal Justice & Planning

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