Social Psychology Syllabus for 2016-2017
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Instructor Information

Office Hours

TO SET UP A MEETING:  CONTACT ME BY PHONE: The VERY BEST WAY TO REACH ME IS AT MY CELL PHONE AT  (806) 584-7569 between 9 AM and 9 PM, any day of the week. 

 

PLEASE...NO TEXTING: Please note that I DO NOT TEXT MY STUDENTS and I DO NOT ACCEPT TEXT MESSAGES.  If you can text me, then you can call me!  AGAIN, my cell phone is 806 584-7569!  If there is an occasion where I am traveling or cannot respond to you in a timely manner by phone, I will let you know that you can text me for that period of time.  However, outside of that, PLEASE CALL!  I enjoy talking to my students! If you text me, I will not respond to you! Sorry...I want to handle all student business over the phone or in an email!

If I'm not available when you call, I will call you back so please tell me your name, the best time to call you AND WHAT CLASS YOU ARE IN!  That way, I can better answer your questions! Thanks!  Also, we can set up a face to face conference if you want to!

 

EMAIL ME: You can also email me through the BLACKBOARD COURSE EMAIL feature!   Again, if you email me outside the CLASSROOM ONLINE EMAIL SYSTEM, your email may not get to me.  It may be treated as spam. SO, USE THE EMAIL FUNCTION IN THE ONLINE CLASS! It's in the MENU to the left of the screen and it says Send an EMAIL!   Click on that and then select SEND AN EMAIL TO THE INSTRUCTORS in the CLASS!  

 

OFFICE HOURS and APPOINTMENT TIMES

SPRING- II - 2021:  March 22nd through May 14th:   I will be ON CAMPUS in my office in DUTTON HALL 202J Monday and Wednesday from 10:30 to 12:00 pm. I have a 9 am to 10:15 am course, as well as a Monday-Thursday 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm course.   Please call me so we can set up an appointment time that works for you. We can meet virtually or somewhere where we can socially distance effectively (not in my office!) I have a virtual office in COLLABORATE where we can also meet face to face if you need tutoring or just to chat, if you prefer. 
If you want to meet with me outside of those hours, I'm happy to do that. Please call me and we can set up a time to meet. As well, I'm happy to meet with you  on a FACETIME CALL or in our COLLABORATE MEETING PLACE ONLINE! I am happy to tutor you in any way I can so you can succeed in this course! Please call me at 806 584-7569 to meet with me on any other day.  I appreciate you calling me first on my cell phone if you want to meet with me in my office so that I can prepare to meet you in order to protect both of us from COVID exposure.  Thank you! 
SO YOU DON'T KNOW HOW TO USE COLLABORATE:  There will be a video for you to watch as to how to attend COLLABORATE MEETINGS in your COURSE MENU LIST. Go online to your BLACKBOARD CLASS and you will see it in the MENU LIST to the LEFT OF THE SCREEN. As well, please feel free to call me if you are still not sure how to use COLLABORATE for your online meeting.  I am happy to do anything I can do to assist you during this difficult semester! Please call me at 806 584-7569 and let's figure out a time to work with you!
NEED MORE HELP: Call me! I can tutor you.  If you need more help with tutoring in the class you are in, we can get you set up with the folks at the STUDENT SUCCESS TUTORING CENTER can help you. We will work online or over the phone, in COLLABORATE or we can facetime until the advisories for social distancing pass.

FOR ONLINE CLASSES or ON-CAMPUS TECHNOLOGY ASSISTED CLASSES:  THE BEST WAY TO SET UP AN INDIVIDUAL APPOINTMENT is to CALL ME ON MY CELLPHONE at 806 584-7569.

FOLKS: Please, I give you my cell phone number so you can call me between 9 am and 9 pm, 7 days a week! Feel free to CALL me OR EMAIL ME SO WE CAN FIGURE OUT WHERE AND WHEN we can either visit by phone or in person!  Please do not abuse your privilege of having my cell number.  Again, please call me or email me. ....please DO NOT TEXT MESSAGE ME!  I want to communicate with you directly!

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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

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Administrative Drop Policy

Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016

Student Withdrawal Procedures

Students who wish to withdraw from a class must:

  • consult with their instructor to obtain a signed academic withdrawal request form to submit to the AskAC department for processing
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  • consult with their academic advisor to determine how withdrawing may affect their enrollment in future semesters
    • NOTE:  The Texas Education Code stipulates that students attending Texas institutions of higher education for the first time fall 2007 and later may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career, including courses from which transfer students have withdrawn at other Texas institutions of higher education. (Senate Bill 1231) Rule 4.10.

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Course

PSYC-2319-002 Social Psychology

Prerequisites

Prerequisite: RDNG 0331-minimum grade of C or a score on a state-approved test indicating college-level reading skills

Course Description

Study of individual behavior within the social environment. May include topics such as the socio-psychological process, attitude formation and change, interpersonal relations and group processes.

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Department Expectations

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Duff, K.  (2012).  THINK SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY.  Boston: Allyn Bacon (Pearson) Publishers. (PAPERBACK)

ISBN#13: 978-0-205-01354-8

Available in book store, AMAZON.COM or BARNESANDNOBLE.COM. 

YOU DO NOT NEED ANY STUDY GUIDE, AS THIS INSTRUCTOR MAKES HER OWN STUDY GUIDES FOR EACH EXAM.  AS WELL, THERE ARE PUBLISHER PRACTICE TESTS THAT YOU CAN TAKE ONLINE FOR EACH CHAPTER OF THE BOOK! 

NOTE: You may also be able to find this book used at Amazon.com, as well as at BARNES and NOBLE online  at http://www.barnesandnoble.com/u/textbooks-college-textbooks/379002366/

Sometimes these sellers have the books for less than the AC bookstore charges, if you want to order it in advance of the class. YOU MUST HAVE THE TEXTBOOK AT THE BEGINNING OF CLASS! 

As well, you can go to Textbooks Direct and find good prices on used texts, OR rent the book. Go to:

http://www.directtextbook.com/prices/9780205698301

Supplies

STUDENT SUPPLIES AND RESOURCES: Our library, Writer’s Corner and MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE and ADVOCACY RESOURCE CENTER:

 

YOU MUST HAVE ACCESS TO A WORKING COMPUTER OR BE ABLE TO ACCESS THE AC COMPUTERS DURING THE TIMES THEY ARE OPEN.  If you don't have your own computer, use AC computers. We have computers for your use in the on campus COMPUTER LABS as well as the 2nd floor of the library. 

If you need help to set up your AC CONNECT account, go to the second floor of the library and they will assist you in getting set up! If you need help you may also contact our Helpdesk at 371-5000 or email them at askac@actx.edu

To access AC CONNECT, you need your AC online user name and password. This class has an online courseroom that you can access by going to the AC homepage, clicking on AC ONLINE at the top of the homepage, and then putting in your user name and password when prompted.  You will see the online link to our classroom. This is where you will be able to access and print off lecture notes in power point, assignments, reminders, and study guides for the exams, and where you will take your EXAMS.  ALL OF THE AC LIBRARY COMPUTERS HAVE POWERPOINT AND MSWORD, SO YOU CAN USE THEM AT ANY TIME THE LIBRARY IS OPEN. NOTE THAT LIBRARY INFORMATION IS FOUND BELOW: YOU WILL NEED TO CONTACT THE LIBRARY TO GET HOURS DURING HOLIDAY PERIODS. CONTACT THE LIBRARY AT:

  • WashingtonStreetCampus--Lynn Library (806-371-5400, Toll-free 866-371-5468)

  • West Campus Library(6100 West 9th St.; 806-356-3627)

  • Email the library for help:   library-help@actx.edu

Please Note: Computer users must exit computers 10 minutes before closing time.

 LIBRARY OPERATING HOURS ARE:

FALL and SPRING HOURS:

Monday - Thursday..............7:30 am - 9:00 pm 

Friday.................................7:30 am - 5:00 pm

Saturday.............................CLOSED

Sunday...............................2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

  • 4th Floor Only:

    • Monday-Thursday 9:00-6:50

    • Friday 9:00-12:50

    • Saturday Closed

    • Sunday 2:00 – 5:50

Be sure you check for Holidays and Additional Closings! 

SUMMER HOURS ARE:

Monday - Thursday..............7:30 am - 9:00 pm (On Thursdays, 4th Floor only closes at 5:00 pm.)

Friday.................................7:30 am - 12:00 noon

Saturday.............................CLOSED

Sunday...............................2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

 

WRITER's CORNER:  WELCOME TO THE WRITER'S CORNER FOR HELP WITH YOUR PAPER!!!

If you have trouble writing, we have a great support system for you at the WRITER's CORNER.  Please take advantage of this resource and have them HELP YOU WITH YOUR PAPER! They will send me a tutoring report which will help you in your grade, and I PROMISE, taking the time and making the effor tto visit the good folks at the WRITER's CORNER will be worth your while when it comes to your PAPER GRADE! This is a large part of your final grade for this course, so USE THEM! 

  • Folks, this is a GREAT RESOURCE if you are not the BEST WRITER! They will help you polish your paper and give you help with your final project for this class!  USE THIS RESOURCE!!!

  • For help with your papers: go to Writers' Corner

  • Mission and Services:The Writers’ Corner staff firmly believe that good writing is an essential skill for being successful in college. Our main goal, therefore, is to help students become more confident and effective writers.Whether drafting research papers, preparing marketing proposals, or working on writing projects for any class at Amarillo College, students will benefit from one-on-one tutoring sessions with knowledgeable and encouraging tutors.  Our tutors review assignment requirements, provide constructive feedback, and guide students through all phases of the writing process.The Writers’ Corner is open to all students, regardless of academic discipline and skill level.

  • We Offer:*One-on-one tutoring sessions with trained tutors,  small workshops throughout the semester covering various aspects of academic writing,  in-class presenations on the role of the Writers' Corner, a waiting area for walk-ins and early arrivals, coffee and donuts for students with appointments, EMAIL US AT: writerscorner@actx.edu

  • OR stop by: LOCATION:  Ordway Hall, Room 102

  • Hours of Operation:

    • Fall & Spring Semesters:Monday - Thursday  8:00 am to 4:00 pm and ClosedFriday, Saturday, and Sunday

    • Summer Sessions:  Monday - Thursday 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and Closed Friday, Saturday, and Sunday

 
GREAT RESOURCE:  Mental Health Services and the 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 806-371-5191.  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 www.actx.edu/arc
 

Student Performance

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

USING FILMS, READINGS SPECIFIC TO CERTAIN TOPICS, IN CLASS AND ONLINE LABS, AS WELL AS CLASS DISCUSSIONS, LECTURE AND EXAMS, STUDENTS WHO TAKE THIS COURSE WILL HAVE THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES BY THE END OF THIS CLASS: 1.  Learners will gain a working knowledge as to how individuals impact social situations and groups and how situations and groups impact individual thinking, feeling and behavior.
    
2.  Learners will gain an understanding of how scientific methodology is applied to studying social psychology.
    
3.  Learners will analyze the major concepts and theories in the field of social psychology.
    
4.  Learners will critically and creatively analyze concepts and theories discussed in the text.  Students will engage is discussions in class, as well as writing essays related to the text readings and lecture material.
    
5.   By the end of this course, learners will be able to apply the ideas in this class to real world social situations, such as dealing with prejudice and stereotyping, changing attitudes and behaviors through persuasive techniques (such as those used in politics and advertising), and in creating a sustainable future on our planet, as a few examples.
    

 

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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Expected Student Behavior

STUDENT BEHAVIOR: What is expected of you!

IF THIS IS AN ON CAMPUS COURSE: Students are expected to attend class, to participate in class and to prepare for class lectures and discussions by reading the text and doing homework assignments. Students are expected to turn off all electronic devices (if you have a sick child, you may bring your phone and put it on vibrate). Please do not engage in side conversations during class time, texting, reading newspapers, taking naps, and any other distracting behaviors. If you miss class, you are expected to contact the instructor and/or other students in the class to get information about the class. 

FOR ALL COURSES: Since this instructor emails reminders via the AC ONLINE classroom announcement page, it's best to check into your AC ONLINE class frequently.  As well, all course notes and assignments are in the AC ONLINE classroom folders, as directed by your instructor.   It is your responsibility to get the information and printed materials, as well as take EXAMS in the AC Online classroom. If you don't have a computer, simply check the ones in the library.  You can get onto AC ONLINE from any computer anywhere!

Each student is expected to engage in academic honesty, refraining from cheating on EXAMS or plagiarism. YOUR EXAMS ARE MEANT TO BE TAKEN BY YOU!  IF THIS INSTRUCTOR LEARNS THAT YOU ARE COLLABORATING ON EXAMS, YOU WILL FAIL THE COURSE!  Plagiarism on written work will NOT be tolerated.  PLAGIARISM IS USING SOMEONE ELSES’ MATERIAL AS IF IT WERE WRITTEN OR ORIGINATED BY YOU.  If you plagiarize, you can fail the assignment and receive a 0.  Plagiarism means copying off of the internet, quoting directly without giving credit to the source, or using parts of another persons work as your own. Copying and pasting material off the internet is strictly forbidden!   YOU MUST CITE ALL SOURCES AND HAVE A REFERENCE SECTION WITH APA STYLE CITATIONS FOR YOUR PAPER! PLEASE DO NOT ENGAGE IN THIS BEHAVIOR.  We have access to a plagiarism checker program and any paper that this instructor sees is plagiarized in part or in full, will be getting a 0 on the paper, and a letter of reprimand will be filed in your academic record.  IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS AS TO WHETHER SOMETHING IS CONSIDERED PLAGIARISM, PLEASE ASK YOUR INSTRUCTOR BEFORE YOU ENGAGE IN QUESTIONABLE BEHAVIOR!  AGAIN, I CONSIDER THIS A VERY SERIOUS OFFENSE AND WILL NOT TOLERATE IT!!!

FOR ONLINE COURSES AND ONLINE PORTIONS OF TRADITIONAL AND HYBRID COURSES: Students are expected to engage in appropriate "netiquette" in the ONLINE PORTIONS of this class AT ALL TIMES.  Inappropriate online behaviors, such as swearing, discussion of inappropriate issues NOT related to the course room material, or any type of intolerance or rudeness to other learners will not be tolerated and may result in having to drop this course, failing the class, or dismissal from Amarillo College. Treat others as you like to be treated and everything should be fine!

Now, having said that, please remember that this is an COLLEGE LEVEL COURSE, and we will be discussing controversial issues in an ADULT MANNER!  You are expected to act like an adult in these discussions and realize that others may think and feel differently than you on a host of issues related to sociology!  Diversity is a GREAT THING and to be APPRECIATED in this instructors opinion.  If you find something offensive that is said by another student OR your instructor, please don't hesitate to contact me and discuss this with me.  However, it's important to remember that this course is not designed to CONFIRM YOUR OWN POLITICAL or RELIGIOUS BELIEFS, but rather to get you to think about sociology, society, and people in a bigger way than you may have already been exposed to. IN THAT, YOU MAY FIND YOURSELF UNCOMFORTABLE AT TIMES, AS YOU ARE BEING REQUIRED TO STRETCH OUTSIDE OF YOUR COMFORT ZONE! This is a part of what it means to get an education!  Obviously, learning to see the world in a different light is the goal of this course!   You are encouraged to debate others, and your instructor, in a polite BUT WELL INFORMED manner!  If you want to debate a point made, all this instructor asks, is that you bring your sources and do a good job of backing up your ideas.  In academics, we like well informed opinions!  This is KEY to analytical and creative thinking and is the hallmark of what it means to have academic freedom!  If you are not comfortable expressing your opinions in front of the class, you may obtain 10 extra credit points by WRITING a rebuttal paper.  If your instructor feels that you have backed up your point of view with sources that are informed and expert on the topic, your instructor will READ your paper to the class (with your permission of course!).  Let's enjoy the spirit of debate and differing viewpoints.  I look forward to a REAL educational experience with you all! 

If you have a complaint about this course, please contact me first.  If you are uncomfortable doing that, you may contact my supervisor, Dr. STEFANIE DECKER, at DUTTON HALL 202-L, or call her at 806 371-5195

If you have a concern that something you want to say or write that you think might offend others in the classroom or in the online course-room, run it by me first. Simply contact me via the AC ONLINE class email. As well, if you are aware of any student being mistreated or harassed in this course (including yourself), please bring it to my immediate attention.  We have zero tolerance for any student being mistreated here at Amarillo College. This will be a SAFE place for the expression of ideas and exchanges! Remember, you are an adult and differences in opinions, beliefs and ideas are a critical part of adult education!  You are expected to be an adult in this class!  Thank you for making our class a safe place to discuss ideas and to learn!   ~ Dr. Harding

Grading Criteria

GRADING CRITERIA: Your grades are based on the following: (in progress)

YOU CAN SEE YOUR GRADES FOR THIS COURSE AT ALL TIMES BY GOING TO THE COURSE HOMEPAGE, AND CLICKING ON the "MY GRADES" TAB in the MENU to the left of your screen. IF YOU THINK THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH YOUR GRADE, PLEASE LET ME KNOW IMMEDIATELY, SO WE CAN GET IT CORRECTED RIGHT AWAY! THANKS!

Your final grade for this course will be based on the standard grading percentages:

  • 89.45 - 100 = A
  • 79.45 - 89.44 = B
  • 69.45 - 79.44 = C
  • 49.45 - 69.44 = D
  • Below 49.5 - F

YOUR FINAL GRADE IS COMPRISED OF THE FOLLOWING POINTS:

Syllabus Quiz is required                                                                                                            10 points

Service Project Topic required                                                                                                   10 points 

4 LABS for Units 1, 2, 3, and 4 (25 pts each)                                                                              100 points

Exams 1, 2, 3 (you can drop your lowest exam from these 3 exams, or missed exam)     200 points

Exam 4 (required for everyone, as it has a few comprehensive questions)                     100 points

Service Learning Project Essay  (Required by State of Texas)                                            100 points 

Attendance Points and In Class Labs: 

Student Info Sheet return (5 pts), Unit 1 Science in class lab (5 pts), Self-Monitoring & 20 Statements Test results (5 pts),  Persuasion in class lab (5 pts),   Abu Ghraib paragraph (5 pts), Aggression (5 Pts), Altruism (5 pts).  (you get to miss or drop 1)                                                                                                                                                                                                                        30 points

Extra credit SNACKS on movie night ( 10 pt each) up to 20 points possible             (+20 EC points)

TOTAL POINTS:          550 points   (plus extra credit up to 20 points)

Attendance

"90% of Success is SHOWING UP"  ~ Woody Allen

While it may be tempting to skip class if this is a traditional on campus course OR not check in frequently in an online class, know that the #1 factor linked with good grades , whether the class is traditional OR ONLINE, IS class attendance!!!  You can work ahead in this class, BUT note that each unit, exam, lab and assignment has a closing time.  You MUST stay current with your work and it’s highly suggested that you fill out the study guide as your read your chapters before you take the exam for that unit!

The people that will do the best in the class are those that are in the class every CLASS or ONLINE FREQUENTLY if it’s an online course, that do their study guides and practice quizzes, along with watching all required films and doing the written labs over the material in that chapter!  I hope you will be ONE OF THOSE STUDENTS!  Good luck with that! I LOVE GIVING A's for EXCELLENT WORK!  ~ Dr. Harding

Calendar

SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY 2319 Sec 2 ON CAMPUS SPRING II 2017  

NOTE: This calendar may change as needed, due to system outages, illness, and other unforeseen events so be sure you check your ANNOUNCEMENTS ON YOUR HOME PAGE and your AC GOOGLE EMAIL for updates, and schedule changes! IT IS NOT SET IN STONE! 

WHAT IS DUE and  WHEN CHECKLIST: PRINT OFF AND KEEP WITH YOU:

 Check off items as you complete them! Keep Track of your work!

8 Week Class Schedule Overview of DUE DATES and points:

  • Class 1, TUES, JAN 17th: CLASS INTRO, Unit 1, READ CH 1 and BRING UNIT 1 LAB, Movie Night: THE CLASS DIVIDED. I'm bringing snacks!
  • Class 2, THURS, JAN 19th; STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET and UNIT 1 Science due (5 points)
  • Class 2, THURS, JAN 19th: Read Ch 2, BRING UNIT 1 LAB and do In- class SCIENCE LAB in groups (5 points)...Don't forget your LAB SHEET..due in class!!!!!!
  • MON. JAN 23rd by 11:55 pm: SYLLABUS QUIZ due online (10 points): REQUIRED! You MUST take this quiz to be counted on census!!!! If you miss it, you can lose financial aid!
  • Class 3, TUES JAN 24th: Unit 2,Read Ch 3 on Heuristics and Social Cognition: Mental Shortcuts
  •  Class 3, TUES JAN 24th: LAST DAY:  STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET (last day 5 points)
  • Class 4, THURS JAN 26th: Read Ch 4, The Self and Culture, Bring Self-monitoring and 20 Statements test results to discuss in groups worth 5 pts attendance. You will turn in your results to me for attendance points! SO PRINT THEM OFF!  
  • Class 4: THURS, JAN 26th: DUE IN CLASS: YOUMUST SUBMIT A PIECE OF PAPER WITH YOUR SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT TOPIC ON IT (10 points).
  • SUN, JANUARY 29th by 11:55 pm: UNIT 1 LAB due in drop  box worth 20 points
  • MON, JANUARY 30th by 11:55 pm: Unit 1 EXAM will close (100 points)
  • Class 5: TUES JAN 30th:  Read Ch 5-Unit 2: Social Judgments: Fundamental Attribution Error
  • Class 6: THURS, FEB 2nd: MOVIE NIGHT: Bring Unit 2 Film Lab and bring EXTRA CREDIT SNACKS: Grand Torino: Stereotypes, Social Judgments, Culture, Self Schema & FAE.
  • SUN, FEB. 5th by 11:55 pm: UNIT 2 FILM LAB DUE IN DROP BOX (20 points)
  • MON, FEB 6th by 11:55 pm: UNIT 2 EXAM will close (100 points)
  • Class 7, TUES FEB 7th: Unit 3 starts: Read Ch 6 and 7 together. Attitudes and Persuasion
  • Class 8: THURS, FEB 9th: in class: Problem based learning lab (5 points in class)
  • Class 9: TUES, FEB 14th:  Unit 3 Read CH 8 & 9: Conformity & Group Pressure: Read Abu Ghraib article. Write paragraph for attendance next class "WHAT WOULD I HAVE DONE"?
  • Class 10: THURS, FEB 16th: Bring UNIT 2 FILM LAB and PARAGRAPH  (5 points) MOVIE NIGHT:  HUMAN BEHAVIOR EXPERIMENT short  1 hour FILM and bring extra credit snacks.
  • Class 11: TUES, FEB 21st: MOVIE NIGHT: AMERICAN HISTORY X, bring Unit 2 Film lab, snacks.
  • Class 12. THURS, FEB 23rdU, MAY 3rd: UNIT 4 opens: Read Ch 10 & 11: Prejudice & aggression
  • SUN, FEB 26th by 11:55 pm: Unit 2 Film lab due in drop box (20 points)
  • MON, FEB 27th by 11:55 p m: Unit 3 EXAM will close (100 points)
  • Class 13, TUES, FEB 28th: Unit 3 Read Ch 11 and 12: Aggression and Attraction
  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 1st by 11:55 pm: SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT ESSAY DUE in DROP BOX (worth 100 points).  YOU MUST DO THIS ASSIGNMENT: It's required by STATE OF TEXAS.
  • Class 14: THURS, March 2nd:MOVIE NIGHT: REMEMBER THE TITANS: Bring UNIT 4 FILM LAB and EXTRA CREDIT SNACKS
  • MONDAY, MARCH 6th by 11:55 pm: SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT ESSAY DUE in DROP BOX (worth 100 points).  YOU MUST DO THIS ASSIGNMENT: It's required by STATE OF TEXAS.
  • Class 15, TUES, March 7th: Unit 4- Attraction & Liking: MOVIE NIGHT: THE MIRROR HAS TWO FACES: Bring Unit 4 Film Lab and EXTRA CREDIT SNACKS.
  • WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8th 11:55 pm: UNIT 4 FILM LAB due in DROP BOX by 11:55 pm
  • Class 16, THURS, March 9th: Read Ch 13: Prosocial Behavior: MOVIE NIGHT: BLIND SIDE (bring Unit 4 Film lab and EXTRA CREDIT SNACKS.
  • FRIDAY, MARCH 10th 11:00 pm.Grades will be posted by midnight: Unit 4 Exam closes (100 points) Required for everyone!

YOUR FINAL GRADE IS COMPRISED OF THE FOLLOWING POINTS:

Syllabus Quiz is required                                                                                                                        10 points

Service Project Topic required                                                                                                   10 points 

4 LABS for Units 1, 2, 3, and 4 (25 pts each)                                                                              100 points

Exams 1, 2, 3 (you can drop your lowest exam from these 3 exams, or missed exam)            200 points

Exam 4 (required for everyone, as it has a few comprehensive questions)                          100 points

Service Learning Project Essay  (Required by State of Texas)                                                             100 points 

Attendance Points and In Class Labs:  Student Info Sheet return (5 pts), Unit 1 Science in class lab (5 pts), Self-Monitoring & 20 Statements Test results (5 pts),  Persuasion in class lab (5 pts),   Abu Ghraib paragraph (5 pts), Aggression (5 Pts), Altruism (5 pts).  (you get to miss or drop 1)                        30 points

 

Extra credit SNACKS on movie night ( 10 pt each) up to 20 points possible             (+20 EC points)

TOTAL POINTS:          550 points             (plus extra credit up to 20 points)

Please NOTE that these dates are NOT SET IN STONE. Check your email & announcements for changes

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  • Course opens: CLASS 1: TUESDAY, Jan 17  from 7:00 to 9:45 pm
  • FOR CLASS 1 DO THE FOLLOWING BEFORE CLASS:
    • TEXT READINGS: FOR CLASS 1: Read chapter 1 in DUFF, Print off Exam 1 Study guide in UNIT 1 FOLDER and FILM LAB and bring to class and start filling it out to study. Bring Student Info Sheet too!  You will be using these materials as we do the lecture, and watch CLASS DIVIDED video.
    • PRINT OUT YOUR 1st DAY HANDOUTS that I EMAILED YOU to bring to class.
  • FOR WEEK 1: SYLLABUS QUIZ REQUIRED:  GO TO THE SYLLABUS - TAKE QUIZ MENU TAB in the AC CONNECT CLASSROOM.
  • CLICK ON "SYLLABUS - TAKE QUIZ MENU TAB. Read Syllabus & take the Quiz : Failure to take this quiz may result in LOSS OF FINANCIAL AID!  You get 10 points for this quiz and it is required. 
  • PRINT OFF STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET:Print off STUDENT INFO SHEET. After you read the syllabus, fill it out, sign it and bring it back for CLASS 2 or 3 by  TUESDAY, JAN 24th at the latest for 5 attendance points. 
  • GO TO SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT FOLDER: Click on SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT FOLDER TAB in MENU.Research choices from Amarillo Volunteer Match site and lists in the folder, and then write down one line as to what you will do for your project.Your PROJECT TOPIC is DUE IN CLASS on a sheet of paper by Worth 10 points.Get started right away on it! 4 hours of volunteer work is needed!

 

UNIT 1 opens TUESDAY JAN 17th covers chapters 1 and 2, Class Divided, Science Lab & Quiz, Why We Need Science lecture.

  • CLASS 1: TUES JAN 17th: INTRO and CHAPTER 1, Movie Night CLASS DIVIDED
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES and MOVIE NIGHT:
  • INTRODUCTION of CLASS STRUCTURE and Discuss Chapter 1: Sign up to bring snacks on MOVIE NIGHT FOR EXTRA CREDIT POINTS.Discuss social psychology and basic concepts.
  • TURN IN Student Info Sheet or GET STUDENT INFO SHEET & BRING by NEXT CLASS for 5 pts.
  • 1st MOVIE NIGHT( I'll bring the snacks!):We will watch A CLASS DIVIDED in class following the Introduction & Ch 1 Lecture. Please print off the UNIT 1 FILM LAB and you can fill it out while you are in class watching the film.  THIS UNIT 1 CLASS DIVIDED and SCIENCE LAB IS REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE!  SIGN UP FOR SNACKS FOR THE REST OF CLASS.
    • HOMEWORK - READING FOR NEXT CLASS 2: Read Chapter 2 for next class on TH JAN 19th, and BRING your UNIT 1 SCIENCE-FILM LAB as well PRINT off the WHY WE NEED SCIENCE POWER POINT notes (these are required for this lecture. )  Bring back student info sheet next class!

                                                   

REMINDER SOMETHING DUE: Bring back STUDENT INFO SHEET for 5 pts, Read Syllabus, Take Syllabus Quiz

  • CLASS 2 THURS JAN 19th: :Ch 2, SCIENCE LAB in class (5 pts), WHY WE NEED SCIENCE
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES: We'll discuss CH 2, & WHY WE NEED SCIENCE LECTURE NOTES,go over the UNIT 1 IN CLASS SCIENCELAB: We will be doing this in small groups.Worth 5 attendance pts, but the lab is due, written up, next SUNDAY JAN 29th in online drop box .
    • SOMETHING DUE: SYLLABUS QUIZ due by MONDAY, JANUARY 23rd by 11:55 pm (10 pts)
    • SOMETHING DUE:TUES JAN24th:  STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET DUE TONIGHT or by TUESDAY, JAN 24th at the latest for 5 attendance pts. 
    • SOMETHING DUE: COMPLETE UNIT 1 LAB in CLASSFinish it at HOME and TURN IN TO DROP BOX, TYPED by  SUNDAY, JAN 29th by 11:55 pm.  (worth 25 points)
    • SOMETHING DUE: UNIT 1 EXAM over chapters 1 & 2, Film Lab, Science lecture, Class Divided CLOSES ON MONDAY, JAN 30th 11:55 pm
    • HOMEWORK - READINGS FOR CLASS 3:
  • Read Chapters 3 and 4 for next lecture. Print off Ch 3, 4, 5 lecture notes and UNIT 2 EXAM study guide, and bring UNIT 2 FILM and PERSUASION LAB.
  • FOR NEXT CLASS, GO TO UNIT 2 in the ONLINE CLASSROOM, DO THE SELF MONITORING QUIZ and do 20 Statements Test and bring results for attendance points (5 pts)

 

UNIT 2: CLASSES 3, 4, 5 and 6:  TUESDAY-THURSDAY, JAN 24th & 26th:  SOCIAL COGNITION, THE SELF, and SOCIAL PERCEPTIONS

 

  • CLASS 3: TUESDAY JAN 24th:CH 3Thinking About the Social World and the Self
    • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE STUDENT INFORMATION SHEET DUE LAST DAY!  At beginning of class!
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES: We'll discuss CH 3 and do some GROUP EXERCISES ON HEURISTICS.
  • HOMEWORK - TEXT READINGS FOR CLASS 4:Read Chapters 4 and 5. Complete and turn in your 20 Statements - Self-Monitoring test results, due for attendance pts next class. We will do some group exercises  &  discuss CH 4 on THE SELF and your test results in small groups.  We will also be talking about CULTURAL INFLUENCES...what type of culture did you come from?
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE: UNIT  FILM and SCIENCE LAB due by SUNDAY, JAN 29th by 11:55 pm in online drop box (Worth 25 pts)  and UNIT 1 EXAM is due MONDAY, JAN 30th by 11:55 pm
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE:SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT TOPIC is due THURSDAY, JAN 26th in class on piece of paper with your name on it first thing in class

 

  • CLASS 4: THURSDAY JAN 26th: Chapters 4: Culture & Self: Who Am I: 20 Statements, Self Monitoring and Cultural influences!
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE: Your SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT TOPIC DUE! REQUIRED!!!!
  • CLASS ACTIVITIES: Discuss Chapter 4 over the self and cultural influences.
  • : HOMEWORK - TEXT READINGS FOR CLASS 5 Read CH 5 for next week over SOCIAL PERCEPTION.
  • BE SURE YOU Print off UNIT 2 FILM LAB bring to class next week to watch the movie GRAND TORINO.  IF  YOU SIGNED UP FOR SNACKS bring them next week for extra credit!
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 1 EXAM over chapters 1 and  2 and Science Lab and Science Lecture, Quiz & Class Divided film:  UNIT 1 EXAM Opens THURSDAY, JANUARY 19th, and CLOSES ON MONDAY, JANUARY 30th by 11: 55 pm.  You have two attempts on this exam.

 

  • CLASS 5: TUESDAY, JAN 31st: Chapters 5: The Fundamental Attribution Error.How we judge ourselves and others.
  • CLASS ACTIVITIES: Finish Ch 4 and 5: Discuss chapter 5, the Fundamental Attribution Error.
  • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Start reading chapters 6 and 7 on Attitudes and Persuasion for Unit 3.  We will be watching the GRAND TORIN next time so be sure you bring the UNIT 2 FILM LAB and discuss our next assignment.
    • KEEP WORKING ON YOUR SERVICE LEARNING PROJECTS!!! DO NOT PROCRASTINATE..get it done!You have four hours
    • Next class, BRING SNACKS if you signed up for them for GRAND TORINO MOVIE NIGHT.

 

  • CLASS 6 THURSDAY FEB 2nd: MOVIE NIGHT GRAND TORINO, Catch up Review
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES: Watch GRAND TORINO and be sure you bring your UNIT 2 LAB to fill in while you watch film.
    • If you signed up, bring snacks for tonight!You get 10 points for $10 worth of snacks!
  • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Read Ch 6 and 7 over ATTITUDES & PERSUASION.
    • Print off the UNIT 3 LAB and bring to class for next class.  We will be working on it in Unit 3
    • Bring your favorite ads: If they are online, write down the link! Tell us next time
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 2 LAB is due in DROP BOX by SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5th by 11:55 pm in the online drop box (25 pts)
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 2 EXAM over chapters 3, 4 and 5  GRAND TORINO Film labs:  UNIT 2 EXAM Opens THURSDAY, FEB 2nd and CLOSES ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 6th by 11: 55 pm.  You have two attempts on this exam so don't wait until the last minute.

 

 

UNIT 3: CLASSES 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11: TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 7th and Unit 3 EXAM closes on MONDAY, February 27th by 11:55 pm with Unit 3 exam.  Covers chps 6, 7, 8 and 9 and two films: American History X and The Human Behavior Experiments, as well as a PROBLEM BASED LEARNING LAB

 

  • CLASS 7 TUESDAY FEB 7th: Read Chapter 6 and 7: Changing Attitudes and Persuasion
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES: Discuss chapters 6 and 7 and start our PROBLEM BASED LEARNING LAB.SHARE OUR FAVORITE ADS!
      • Discuss the PROBLEM BASED LEARNING LAB for UNIT 3. Get your groups for next class
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS: Read chapter 7 and 8.
    • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE: KEEP WORKING ON YOUR SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT...you only have another week or so before you turn in your essay and it's worth 100 points!  It's due MONDAY, MARCH 6th by 11:55 pm,

 

  • CLASS: THURSDAY FEB 9th: MOVIE NIGHT: American History X, and Problem Based Lab (5 attendance pts)!
    • ASS ACTIVITIES:  Discuss PBL in small groups, Watch American History X, fill out Lab Questions
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:
      • Read Chp 8 and 9, and short meeting with PBL group
      • Read Abu Ghraib article and write one paragraph on "WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE" for attendance points.BRING NEXT CLASS for discussion. Be sure you name is on it.
      • Keep working on your SERVICE PROJECTS!Reminder, you can turn them in early!
      • EXTRA CREDIT: Also, if youdidn't bring snacks, you can donate $20.00 worth of food to AC Pantry or AMARILLO Food BANK, you can! Bring documentation and your purchase receipt. You cannot give money, according to AC Policy! 20 pts! Remember, you only get up to 20 extra credit points...no more!

 

  • CLASS 9 TUESDAY FEB 14th: Chapter 8 & 9:SOCIAL INFLUENCE and the POWER OF THE GROUP, ABU GRHAIB DISCUSSION: BRING YOUR PARAGRAPH OVER ABU GHRAIB!!!!!
    • ASS ACTIVITIES:  Discuss ABU GHRAIB prison, social influence and power of the group, as well as issues related to leadership
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:BRING UNIT 3 FILM LAB for next class!
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  • CLASS 10 THURSDAY FEB 16th: CH 9, MOVIE NIGHT: The Human Behavior Experiments, and discussion...what would you do????
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES:  Finish discussing chapter 9 and watch the Human Behavior Experiments.
      • Be sure you brought your Unit 3 LAB, to answer questions on HEB as well as finish up PBL assignment with group input
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Read Ch 10 and 11, Prejudice & Aggression
      • Fill out the AGGRESSION questionnaire for attendance points for next class: 5 pts

 

  • CLASS 11 TUESDAY FEB 21st: CH 6, 7, 8 and 9, UNIT 3 MOVIE LAB: MOVIE NIGHT: AMERICAN HISTORY X.
    • Don't forget to bring your UNIT 3 FILM LAB and your EXTRA CREDIT SNACKS if you signed up for them.

 

  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 3 LAB with PBL, HUMAN BEHAVIOR and AMERICAN HISTORY X labs due SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th in drop box by 11:55 pm
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE: UNIT 3 EXAM will close on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27th by 11:55 pm

 

UNIT 4: CLASSES 10, 11, 12, 13 and finals week: THURSDAY, FEB 23rd, and UNIT 4 EXAM CLOSES FRIDAY, MARCH 10th by 11:00 PM: Covers chapters 10, 11, 12 and 13.   WHO DO WE HATE, HURT, LOVE and HELP?

 

  • CLASS 12 THURSDAY FEB 23rd: Chapter 10 & 11: Who do we hate and who do we hurt: Discussion on the TRUMP campaign and rallies...what's happening and Why the hate rhetoric?
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES:  FILL OUT AGGRESSION QUESTIONNAIRE for 5 attendance points.  Discuss chapters 10 and 11, what are the causes of prejudice and aggression. Discuss the anger that is sometimes turning violent at the TRUMP rallies. What is happening and why?
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Finish Ch 11, and read chapter 12 on who do we love and like? ATTRACTION MOVIE NIGHT: Remember the Titans.THE CONTACT HYPOTHESIS!
      • Print off the UNIT 4 FILM LAB for next week and bring to class, fill it in during movie.
      • Bring Snacks if you signed up for them!
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 3 LAB with PBL, HUMAN BEHAVIOR and AMERICAN HISTORY X labs due SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26th in drop box by 11:55 pm
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE: UNIT 3 EXAM will close on MONDAY, FEBRUARY 27th by 11:55 pm
  • REMINDER SOMETHING DUE:EXTRA CREDIT DOCUMENTATION: If you didn't bring snacks but made a donation to the AC PANTRY, you need to bring your documentation by TUESDAY, MARCH 7th in class! LAST DAY TO TURN THAT IN!

 

  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT ESSAY is DUE MONDAY, MARCH 6th by 11:55 pm in the SERVICE LEARNING PROJECT ESSAY DROP BOX: This is a required assignment for everyone! 100 points!

 

  • CLASS 13 TUESDAY, FEB 28th:CH 11 and 12: AGGRESSION & ATTRACTION: Who do we hurt and who do we love:
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES:Discuss chapter 11 aggression and Chapter 12 Attraction and LIking
    • HOMEWORK: Movie night: Remember the Titans next time and BRING Unit 4 Film Lab & Snacks, Read chapter 12 on Attraction.

 

 

  • CLASS 14 THURSDAY, MARCH 1st:MOVIE NIGHT: REMEMBER THE TITANS
    • CLASS ACTIVITIES and MOVIE NIGHT:  Discuss chapters 10 and 11, WATCH REMEMBER THE TITANS, work on film lab.  Vote
    • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Read Chapters 12 and 13: Attraction and Liking, Altruism and Pro Social Behavior.MOVIE NIGHT and BRING UNIT 4 FILM LAB and SNACKS
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE: EXTRA CREDIT DOCUMENTATION DUE IN CLASS, last day to turn in on TUESDAY, MARCH 7th if you didn't do snacks but made AC PANTRY DONATION
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE:SERVICE PROJECT DOCUMENTATION DUE IN CLASS, LAST DAY TO TURN IN ON TUESDAY, MAY 3rd.
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE: Unit 4 FILM LAB on REMEMBER TITANS AND MIRROR is due in drop box WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8th by 11:55 pm.

 

 

CLASS 15 TUESDAY, MARCH 7th: Chapter 12:  Attraction and Liking, and MOVIE NIGHT: The MIRROR HAS TWO FACES:

  • CLASS ACTIVITIES: Discuss Ch 12 and WATCH MIRROR HAS TWO FACES.
  • TURN IN EXTRA CREDIT DOCUMENTATION first thing in class
  • HOMEWORK and READINGS FOR NEXT CLASS:Read Ch 13. and fill out ALTRUISM QUESTIONNAIRE FOR 5 ATTENDANCE POINTS next time.
  • MOVIE NIGHT NEXT TIME: BLINDSIDE: If you signed up for snacks, be sure you bring them!

 

  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE: WEDNESDAY MARCH 8th: Unit 4 FILM LAB on REMEMBER TITANS AND MIRROR is due in drop box WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8th by 11:55 pm.

 

 

CLASS 16 THURSDAY, MARCH 9th: MOVIE NIGHT Ch 13: BLINDSIDE: Altruism questionnaire due for attendance points and bring snacks.

  • Class Activities:  Go over handout of who do we help and when do we help? NO FILM LAB ON THIS ONE: Sit back and enjoy. Bring extra credit snacks if you signed up!
  • HOMEWORK: Be sure you cover Unit 4 Study guide and review the last 3 exams on the BIG CONCEPTS (examples: Persuasion such as Central vs Peripheral Route, Contact Hypothesis, Fundamental Attribution Error, Heuristics such as the Availability vs Representativeness Hueristic, etc).
  • REMINDER: SOMETHING DUE:UNIT 4 EXAM due FRIDAY, MARCH 10th by 11:00 pm: This exam is REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE!  100 points.

GRADES WILL BE IN BY MIDNIGHT or so!

Additional Information

ADDITIONAL INFO: IMPORTANT DATES, RESOURCES and HOW TO REVIEW YOUR EXAMS & QUIZZES, and VIEW GRADES, INSTRUCTOR's FEEDBACK COMMENTS AND RUBRICS FOR YOUR LABS AND DISCUSSIONS:

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
JAN 17th:
October 31:                               Census Day: Last Day to Drop Course for Full Refund
November 7:                             Spring Registration Begins
November 24–November 27:    Thanksgiving Holiday – AC Closed
December 7:                             Last Day to Withdraw from Course
December 15:                           Last Day of Course
December 15 @ 7pm:               Commencement

 

  • Social Services Office at Amarillo College: Resources for social services or emergency services for students are available at - http://www.actx.edu/resources/.  If a situation arises that interferes with your performance in the class, please notify your instructor and be sure to take advantage of the many resources available through the Social Services Office.
  • Open Computer Labs: The Business Systems and Emerging Technology Department hosts an open computer lab on the 2nd Floor of the Byrd Business Building. Labs are open 7 days a week.  Assistance with this course and/or technical assistance are available in the computer labs.
  • CIS Web Site: http://cis.actx.edu
  • Direct link to AC Connect portal and courses as well as your AC Connect email- https://acconnect.actx.edu/. You will log in with the same ID and password you use for WebAdvisor.  Contact AskAC (806-371-5000) for help if you have trouble with your log in.
  • AskAC -  http://www.actx.edu/contact/-   Please contact AskAC for technical help. Contact your instructor for help with this class. 
  • Student Help Center -  http://www.actx.edu/ctl/index.php?module=article&id=178-   Offers technical help to AC students 
  • Writers' Corner: If you feel you need help organizing and writing course work, check this out. Writers’ Corner: Tutoring with Pizzazz - http://www.actx.edu/english/index.php?module=article&id=36. Writers' Corner is a great resource for help with writing papers and assignments. They can't help you with the content of your work, but they can help you write your work in the proper format.
  • AC Distance Education Home Page -  http://www.actx.edu/de/-   Information on requirements and taking an online course. 
  • Learn about using AC Connect (Blackboard) and using features of our course by reviewing the following tutorials:

HOW TO REVIEW YOUR EXAMS AND QUIZZES, and GRADED ASSIGNMENTS:   You can REVIEW YOUR EXAMS AND QUIZZES ONCE THE DUE DATE AND TIME HAS PASSED. In order to review your exams, click on MY GRADES TAB, go to the exam or quiz in the list that you want to review and Click on the exam.  It will show you what you missed.  In order to view your assignments, discussions, papers, and other work for YOUR INSTRUCTOR’s FEEDBACK, again, go to MY GRADES tab in the left hand menu, click.  Find the item you want to look at in the LIST (they are not necessarily in order...sorry!).  Click on that and you will see a place that says RUBRIC and COMMENTS.  Click on comments to see anything your instructor has said, and click on RUBRIC to view the rubric grading system and how your instructor graded you.  PLEASE...this instructor SPENDS A LOT OF TIME to give you CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK...USE IT and make corrections accordingly! If you keep making the same error time and again, YOUR GRADES WILL CONTINUE TO GO DOWN!  I expect you to USE THE FEEDBACK I GIVE YOU TO BECOME A BETTER STUDENT and to IMPROVE IN YOUR SCHOOL WORK!  

Syllabus Created on:

01/01/17 8:50 PM

Last Edited on:

03/04/17 7:43 PM