Basic Academic Skills Syllabus for 2013-2014
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Instructor Information

Office Location

no office email if questions after class

Office Hours

no office hours

email for questions or see me after class

Course Information

Recording Policy

Disability Statement

Any student who, because of a disabling condition, may require some special arrangements in order to meet course requirements should contact disAbility Services (Student Service Center room 119, phone 371-5436) as soon as possible.

Statement for Mental Health and Advocacy & Resource Center:

As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc

Amarillo College Tutoring for Success Policy:

Administrative Drop Policy

N/A

Student Withdrawal Procedures

N/A

Privacy Statement

The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .

Course

BASM-0202-011 Basic Academic Skills

Prerequisites

Course Description

Basic Skills course that develops and reinforces math skills to meet TSI requirements.

Student Resources Student Resources Website

Department Expectations

Occupational License Disclaimer

Hours

(2 sem hrs; 1 lec, 2 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

\ No text required

Supplies

\ Pencil

Student Performance

The ACcess Learning Center is designed to help students build basic skills in math, reading, and/or writing. Students will follow individualized lesson plans developed for their particular skill area based on weaknesses identified from their pre-test results. Students will work with instructors to build skills as well as practice building skills on the computer or using other supplemental materials. The flexibility of the program allows students to work in the Center around their weekly personal schedules. An initial orientation is mandatory prior to beginning a course of study. Assessments will be given during the first week of enrollment to determine a student’s skill level for placement in the program.

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Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

Log in using the AC Connect Portal

In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

STUDENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

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Students are expected to be supportive of the learning environment within the ACcess Learning Center. Behaviors that are not supportive include but are not limited to:

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Cheating or Academic Dishonesty as outlined in “Students Rights and Responsibilities”
Abusing equipment
Using personal electronic devices
Using language that is abusive, offensive, or disrespectful

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Students who fail to comply with the standards outlined in the syllabus and/or “Student Rights & Responsibilities” will be subject to disciplinary action which may include but is not limited to:

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Removal from the Learning Center
Consultation with the Learning Center Coordinator and/or other AC authority
Withdrawal from the course and/or the college

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LEARNING CENTER RULES

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Tobacco and food or drink in any form is NOT allowed in the Learning Center
Learning Center computers are for academic use only – no YouTube or other videos; no music
Cell phones cannot be used – that means no calls, no texting, no using the calculator
The use of calculators is not allowed including the calculator on your cell phone
Children are not allowed in the learning center at any time
Students must be enrolled in an ACcess Learning Center course to be in the Learning Center.

Grading Criteria

You will earn a grade based on the following criteria:

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\ Final Grade \	\ Course Requirement \
\ 50% \	\ 50% of your final grade will be based on gains that you demonstrate from pre-test to final exam. \
\ 25% \	\ 25% of your final grade will be based on your meeting the weekly attendance requirement. ** \
\ 25% \	\ 25% of your final grade will be based on your module test average. \ \ You have 3 opportunities to pass each module test. \ \ 1^st attempt (on the computer) – If you score 80% or above, that will be your grade for that module. \ \ 2^nd attempt (pencil & paper) – If you score less than 80% on your 1^st attempt, you will work with instructors on your weak skill area(s), and once you’ve demonstrated skill mastery, your instructor will administer a pencil and paper test. If you score 80% or above, that will be your grade for that module. \ \ 3^rd attempt (pencil & paper) – If you score less than 80% on your 2^nd attempt, you will work with instructors until you demonstrate skill mastery, and then your instructor will administer the 3^rd test. The score you make on the 3^rd attempt will be your score for that module – even if the score you make is less than 80%. However, you will continue to review that skill until you demonstrate mastery. \

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**Weekly attendance is required. You must spend a minimum of 2 ¾ (2:45) hours each week attending class in the Learning Center and working with instructors.

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Weekly hours must be completed by 11:59 pm each Sunday evening.

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You will earn your weekly attendance grade of 100% for completing the entire 2 ¾ (2:45) hours of time for the week, OR you will earn a weekly attendance grade of 0% for any time less than 2 ¾ (2:45) hours. You always have the option of attending class more than 2 ¾ (2:45) hours each week and completing the course early.

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Accessing Your Grades Online

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To view your current course grades -

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Go to www.actx.edu, click on AC Connect, and then log in. (If needed, ask an instructor for help.)
Click on your course.
Click on My Grades on the menu to the left. You will only see the attendance portion of your grade until the end of the semester.

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To view your Final course grades

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Go to www.actx.edu, click on AC Connect, and then log in.
Scroll down to Self Service on bottom right of the page, and click on Current Student.
Under current student, click on Academic Profile and then Grades.

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You will earn letter grades based on the following:

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90-100% = A

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80-89% = B

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70-79% = C

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60-69% = D

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Below 60% (Unsatisfactory) = F

Attendance

To fulfill attendance requirements for this BAS course, you must attend class at least 2 ¾ (2:45) hours per week. All coursework and attendance must be completed by 5 pm on May 11, 2014. This is the final day the learning center on Washington Street is open for instruction. May 12th and 13th will be used only for taking your final exam, and you must take the final in order to receive a passing grade for this course. You may finish this BAS course early by completing 40 hours, completing coursework, and completing your final exam prior to the course deadline. The last day to drop/withdraw is April 24. 2014.

Calendar

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\ Weeks \	\ Weekly Requirements \
\ Week 1: January 21^st – January 26^th \		\ Orientation, pre-testing, LASSI, 2 ¾ hrs. completed \
\ Week 2: January 27^th – February 2^nd \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (5 ½ total hours) \
\ Week 3: February 3^rd – February 9^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (8 ¼ total hours) \
\ Week 4: February 10^th – February 16^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (11 total hours) \
\ Week 5: February 17^th – February 23^rd \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (13 ¾ total hours) \
\ Week 6: February 24^th – March 2^nd \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (16 ½ total hours) \
\ Week 7: March 3^rd – March 9^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (19 ¼ total hours) \
\ March 10^th – March 16^th \		\ SPRING BREAK \
\ Week 8: March 17^th – March 23^rd \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (22 total hours) \
\ Week 9: March 24^th – March 30^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (24 ¾ total hours) \
\ Week 10: March 31^st – April 6^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (27 ½ total hours) \
\ Week 11: April 7^th – April 13^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (30 ¼ total hours) \
\ Week 12: April 14^th – April 20^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (33 total hours) \
\ Week 13: April 21^st – April 27^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (35 ¾ total hours) \
\ Week 14: April 28^th – May 4^th \		\ 2 ¾ hours completed (38 ½ total hours) \
\ Week 15: May 5^th – May 11^th \		\ 1 ½ hours completed (40 total hours) \
\ Week 16: May 12^th – May 13^th \		\ Mandatory final/post-testing \

Additional Information

The last day to drop is April 24, 2014.

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Syllabus Created on:

11/30/-1 12:00 AM

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