FLC

FLC is an acronym used in multiple fields to denote different concepts, organizations, and programs. Among the most common uses are in biology, higher education, and library networks. The term does not refer to a single entity, but rather to several distinct meanings that are context-dependent.

FLOWERING LOCUS C is a gene in Arabidopsis thaliana and other plants that encodes a MADS-box transcription factor acting as a repressor of flowering. FLC expression delays flowering, and vernalization—prolonged exposure to cold—reduces FLC activity, permitting the plant to flower when conditions become favorable. FLC is a central component of the plant’s time-of-bloom regulation and interacts with other flowering pathways to determine seasonal flowering.

Faculty Learning Community is a term used in higher education to describe a collaborative group of faculty members who meet regularly to improve teaching and learning. Members share teaching strategies, develop inclusive curricula, review assessment approaches, and support one another’s professional development. FLCs aim to translate evidence-based pedagogy into classroom practice, often focusing on student learning outcomes, course design, and scholarly teaching. They typically operate with a structured plan, targeted goals, and facilitated dialogue.

Florida Library Consortium, when used, refers to a regional network that unites libraries across the state to pool resources, negotiate licenses for digital content, and coordinate training and outreach. Through joint purchasing, shared catalogs, and cooperative programs, member libraries can expand access to materials and services beyond what any single library could achieve alone. FLCs in this sense support efficiency, cost savings, and broader information access.