First Year Seminar - Learning Framework Syllabus for 2017-2018
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Instructor Information
Instructor
Jason Norman (Curriculum Vitae)Phone
<p>806-570-0210</p>Office Location
Office Hours
Zoom, Google Meet, Go to Meeting, and Skype Sessions by Appointment (Email me for an appointment)
My Skype address is: jason.a.norman
Communicating With Your Professor
Anytime I have course announcements they’ll be posted under the Announcements section on the home page of the course with a concurrent email sent to the class. Make sure to check your announcements/email at least every other day to ensure you don’t miss out on requests from me or other necessary information. Your emails from me will go directly to your AC Gmail account. {For information on how to access your AC Gmail account go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bb857-WJX9w and watch the instructional video on accessing your email.}
I strongly encourage you to contact me immediately with questions or problems, as communication with your professor is a vital component of effective learning in an online environment.
To contact me via email, utilize the email system within the course site on AC Connect and follow the steps listed below:
Step 1| Click on the Email link under the COURSE MENU on the left sidebar of the course site.
Step 2| Scroll down and select the “Single/Select Users” option.
Step 3| Under the “Available to Select” box on the left scroll down to my name, “Norman, Jason” and click on it.
Step 4| Once you’ve selected the instructor’s name, click on the small arrow right key just to the right of the “Available to Select” box. You should then see my name appear in the “Selected” box on the right.
Step 5| Click on the larger message box and type your email.
Step 6| When you email me (or any of your professors), practice professional communication standards and use a greeting, body, and closing.
Step 7| Once your email is written as you would like it, click on the “Submit” box in either the upper or lower right corners.
I check my email daily. However, there may be instances when it will take some time for me to respond to your email. Generally speaking, you can expect an email response within 24 hours from the time you send your email.
If you need immediate assistance, I encourage you to call or text me at (806) 570-0210. If you send a text, please include your name and which class you’re enrolled in. If you call and don’t receive an answer, please leave a message and I’ll call you back. You must leave a message if you want me to call you back.
In the event you are unable to contact me directly, there are some additional resources for assistance:
Option 1: You may contact the Academic Outreach & Support Services Office located in the same building, or via phone at (806) 371-5941.
Option 2: You may contact the CTL Student & Faculty Help Center at (806) 371-5992. It’s available to students who are currently enrolled in academic or continuing education courses on a walk-in and/or appointment basis. Assistance is provided for: Logging-in to AC Connect, Password resets; How to use AC Online; Microsoft Office help/ Microsoft Office alternatives; General computer/software questions. They are located on the Washington Street Campus, Library, 2nd floor, Suite 205 and their hours are:
Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 5pm (WARE 205)
Monday – Thursday, 7:30 am – 5pm (Library Research Desk on the 4th Floor of WARE)
Friday, 7:30 am – Noon (WARE 205)
Option 3: You may access AC Connect Student Resources at: https://www.actx.edu/ctl/pagesmith/11.
Expected Courtesies - Course Communications
Students should make themselves knowledgeable regarding appropriate ‘netiquette’ practices. There are several internet resources explaining the facets of netiquette. One good source is located at:http://learning.colostate.edu/guides/guide.cfm?guideid=4.
Students will communicate with their professor in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Discourteous, rude and/or aggressive emails, text messages or phone conversations will absolutely not be tolerated.
When you have questions regarding the course, you should contact me FIRST. Students or other Amarillo College staff or faculty are not responsible for making determinations regarding my course policies.
In the event you have a complaint or issue regarding this course you should contact me first. If the situation cannot be resolved to your satisfaction, you may contact Dr. Beth Rodriguez for psychology courses.
Course Information
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct Reporting
Recording Policy
Disability Statement
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Student Service Center office 112. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College Web Accessibility Policy Statement
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
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
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 course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are 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. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
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
EDUC-1100-DC001 First Year Seminar - Learning Framework
Prerequisites
Course Description
A study of the: research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition and motivation; factors that impact learning; and application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies. Students use assessment instruments (e.g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and weaknesses as strategic learners. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.
Student Resources Student Resources Website
Department Expectations
Occupational License Disclaimer
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact your advisor, the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
Hours
(1 sem hr; 1 lec, 1 lab)
Class Type
Dual Credit Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
- Cengage Learning 1st ©2017
LMS Integrated for MindTap® College Success Toolkit, 1 term (6 months) MindTap (9781337275927) - The Things They Carried...the Common Reader at Amarillo College.
Supplies
Student must have the following items for this class each day:
- Computer/internet access
- Thumb/flash drive
- Note-taking materials
- Access to etext
All students enrolling in this class must have access to a working computer, active and functioning internet service, Microsoft Word or some other type of word processing program, Adobe Acrobat Reader and exhibit computer competency.
Adobe Acrobat Reader may be downloaded FREE from https://get.adobe.com/reader/.
Assistance with Computer Access
If you do not have a computer, you may access the computers at the AC Library or AC Library Academic Computing Center. Click on the link below to access phone numbers, hours of operation and locations for all Amarillo College libraries and computing centers:
https://www.actx.edu/library/
Student Performance
Learning Objectives
1 - Students will identify their academic strengths and weaknesses.
2 - Students will apply practical skills such as organization and time management, and stress and conflict management.
3 - Students will demonstrate knowledge of, and interact with, college resources.
4 - Students will experiment with a variety of academic strategies.
5 - Students will identify an academic community that aligns with their long-term goals.
Students Rights and Responsibilities
Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesLog 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
- This is not a lecture based course. A large majority of the content will be derived through online discussions and activities, and self-exploration. You must participate and complete online assignments to earn a passing grade in this course. You get out of what you put into this course, you will learn a lot about yourself, including how to be successful in college.
- You are expected to behave in the online classroom in a manner that is supportive of the learning environment. Behaviors that are not supportive include, but are not limited to: non-participation, and abusive, offensive or disrespectful behavior/language.
- You should address and sign all e-mails sent to your instructor and classmates. E-mails, like all academic work, should be proofread, should not include slang or abbreviations, and should not resemble text messages.
- You should expect to have all homework completed when it is assigned to be successful. This is especially true for course readings. Throughout the term, you will be asked to have read chapters/stories from the Common Reader. If you do not read the chapters/stories you will be asked to complete the assignments associated with the readings on your own, and your success will suffer in the course.
- If you are caught plagiarizing or cheating, you will receive a failing grade for the assignment. According to the Amarillo College Student Code of Conduct, plagiarism is the appropriating, buying, receiving as a gift, or obtaining by any means another's work and the acknowledged submission or incorporation of it in one's own written work. If you are caught plagiarizing or cheating more than once, the instructor has the right to take appropriate actions as outlined in the Student Code of Conduct. Please review the Student Code of Conduct for a complete understanding of rules and policies.
Grading Criteria
Type |
Percentage |
| Written/Classroom Assignments | 40% |
| MindTap Assignments | 30% |
| Quizzes | 15% |
| Journals/Discussion Boards | 15% |
Grades in this course are not given, they are earned. As a student you will be required to complete the necessary work to earn your grade.
Overall Course Grades are broken down in this manner:
| Letter Grade | Numerical Grade |
| A | 90-100 |
| B | 80-89.9 |
| C | 70-79.9 |
| D | 60-69.9 |
| F | 59.9 and below |
All work must be turned in on time. Students who do not complete homework will automatically lose 15 points for late homework submissions. If the assignments are not completed during the week assigned, students will earn a zero for any assignments not completed that week.
Students need to email/call the faculty member prior to any late homework submission IF arrangements can be made.
Attendance
Regular attendance is essential for satisfactory completion of this course. Daily attendance in any online course is actively logging in, reading content, and completing assignments on-time. I recommend checking your email several times daily.
Calendar
EDUC 1100 LEARNING FRAMEWORK
Refer to the weekly checklists for specific information on course work.
WEEK 1 – Welcome |Due Dates: Aug 21– Aug 27, 2017
WEEK 2 - Learning Theory, Memory & Reading Comprehension |Due Dates: Aug 28 – Sep 3, 2017
WEEK 3 - Making a Plan for Achieving Goals |Due Dates: Sep 4 – Sept 10, 2017
WEEK 4 - Critical Inquiry & Academic Strategies |Due Dates: Sept 11 – Sept 17, 2017
WEEK 5 - Careers & Career Prep |Due Dates: Sept 18 – Sept 24, 2017
WEEK 6 - Academic Resources/Health & Stress Management |Due Dates: Sept 25 – Oct 1, 2017
WEEK 7 - Relationships with Yourself & Others |Due Dates: Oct 2 – Oct 8, 2017
WEEK 8 – Personal Resources and Future Success |Due Dates: Oct 9 – Oct 15, 2017
Additional Information
Success Team
In this course you will have several people surrounding you helping you to success. These people are members of your success team. Below you will find their contact information. Please reach out to any or all of these people when you need help throughout the year.
Your Success Team members are:
- Tina Babb, tmbabb@actx.edu, 804-868-8568
- Jason Norman, janorman@actx.edu, 806-570-0210
There is no final exam for this course.
Your participation in class and online helps you learn more and makes the class more interesting. Mark you calendar today to attend each class.
Honesty, integrity, and respect will guide this course. You are expected to treat all participants with respect at all times. In discussing controversial issues, it is important that students feel comfortable expressing their opinion, yet it is imperative that students refrain from using derogatory or offensive language.
Peer Tutoring
Peer Mentors are available daily in WARE 205F to assist students with homework and navigating Blackboard. Check with your Peer Mentor for her/his tutoring session schedule.
Once you have completed this course...
You need to update your resume based on your performance in this course.
If you earned an "A"
- Exemplary knowledge of personal academic strengths and weakness
- Exemplary application of practical skills such as organization and time management, and stress and conflict management
- Exemplary experience in learning about resources and strategies to become successful
- Exemplary ability to identify communities supporting personal long-term goals
If you earned an "B"
- Outstanding knowledge of personal academic strengths and weakness
- Outstanding application of practical skills such as organization and time management, and stress and conflict management
- Outstanding experience in learning about resources and strategies to become successful
- Outstanding ability to identify communities supporting personal long-term goals
If you earned an "C"
Syllabus Created on:
08/17/17 10:13 PM
Last Edited on:
08/18/17 12:53 AM