First Year Seminar - Learning Framework Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Instructor Information
Instructor
(Curriculum Vitae)Phone
8063715292Office Location
Lynn Library Learning Center 307BOffice Hours
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.
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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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Course
EDUC-1300-003 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.
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Department Expectations
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Hours
(3 sem hrs; 3 lec)
Class Type
Online Course
Syllabus Information
Textbooks
Lessons are accessible for printing via Blackboard course. You are encouraged to print lessons and create your own "textbook" by placing copies of lessons in 3-ring binder.
Supplies
• Thumb drive
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• Notetaking materials
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• Internet access
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• 2" 3 ring-binder
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• 5 tab dividers
Student Performance
1. Increase self-awareness.
\ \2. Take charge of your life.
\ \3. Identify and interact within your communities.
\ \4. Manage your money.
\ \5. Communicate effectively using a variety of formats.
\ \6. Demonstrate information literacy skills.
\ \7. Demonstrate effective study skills.
\ \8. Demonstrate creative and critical thinking skills.
\ \9. Develop an integrated educational and career pathway.
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
- 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, offensive or disrespectful behavior/language in e-mails or discussion boards, inappropriate postings which are not relevant to the topic, etc.
- E-mails sent to your instructor must be addressed and signed. E-mails, like all academic work, should be proofread, should not include slang or abbreviations, and should not resemble text messages.
- Consider the topic you are discussing and your audience. If you need to communicate privately with an individual, use the course e-mail. Content posted to the discussion board is public; be cautious of sharing private information in the public forum.
- If you are caught plagiarizing or cheating, you will receive a failing grade. 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. Submit only your original work for course credit.
Grading Criteria
| 20% | Participation: Lecture Response Worksheets | ||
| 20% | Daily Work / Homework | ||
| Includes discussion postings and drop box assignments in AC Connect course | |||
| 20% | AC Online quizzes completed by deadline | ||
| 10% | Enrichment Activities | ||
| You must attend/participate in 2 Enrichment Activities and complete a short worksheet for each experience. A list of approved activities is available in the online class on the sidebar menu. These activities are specifically selected to assist you with adjusting to college life. You will not be given credit for activities which do not appear on this list unless the instructor provides advance, written approval. | |||
| 30% | Career Project | ||
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| A = 90-100 | |||
| B = 80-89 | |||
| C = 70-79 | |||
| D = 60-69 | |||
| F = below 60 | |||
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Grades are not given; grades are earned based on your performance in the class. Please note the requirements for earning the grade you desire and act accordingly throughout the semester. If you complete the coursework in a timely fashion with quality submissions, you should successfully complete this course. You are encouraged to read and apply, as necessary, all feedback from the instructor in order to improve the quality of future assignment submissions. Assignments and exams are due on the dates stated in the course calendar. Regular attendance is necessary for satisfactory achievement in college courses. It is your responsibility to login regularly or "attend" the online class. You are also expected to login to the online course and complete all assignments according to the class calendar. (See Student Attendance policy above.) If an extenuating circumstance prevents you from submitting an assignment on time, it is your responsibility to let the instructor know immediately. The decision to amend a due date or accept a late assignment will be left up to the instructor and will only be considered in extreme cases. For an 8-week class, late assignments will not be accepted beyond 1 week late and penalty points will apply per grading rubrics. No assignments will be accepted after July 27 except for the Career Project Presentation. Discussion forums will not be available for postings after the date/time deadline. Please read the Course Calendar (below) carefully and be aware of when things are due. A user-friendly, color-coded course calendar is available through the Blackboard course in the "Start Here" folder. While the online portion of the class is available 24/7, pay attention to due dates...typically Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday evenings at 11:55 p.m. Due dates for assignments are detailed on the Course Calendar. Print out the color-coded calendar available in the Blackboard course. |
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Attendance
You should note this class in your weekly Badger Planner / calendar as a required "attendance" every day. Set aside the time from the beginning....You will find many reasons to put it off; and procrastination will result in poor grades. Completion of this course is not difficult; it is, however, a lesson in time management. Keep a scheduled appointment with this class daily. Print a copy of the color-coded course calendar from the online course to post in your 3-ring course binder. Check off assignments as you complete them.
Calendar
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Week 1.1 June 8-10 |
Online Lectures:
You’re in College Now
Technology Tips |
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Email contact Information to Instructor (due Wed., June 10). |
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Mark important dates in Badger Planner, phone or online calendar. |
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Initial and sign the Course Contract and upload it to the assignment box. |
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Discussion: “About Me.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Mon., June 8. Reply to two classmates by Wed., June 10.) |
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June 9 LIB 212 |
Noon-1 p.m. OR 5:30-6:30 p.m. |
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MEET YOUR PROFESSOR – Join your professor in a lab setting to go over online class navigation, locate grading rubrics, ask questions, etc. Laptops are provided; but you may bring your own, if desired. This is NOT a mandatory meeting; this is strictly voluntary. RSVP to instructor’s e-mail. |
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Week 1.2 June 11-13
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Online Lecture:
Achieving Your Dream
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Complete the “Achieve Your Dream – No Excuses” Commitment Pledge and upload a scanned copy to the assignment box (due Thurs., June 11). |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 1.2 (due Thurs., June 11). |
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Discussion: “Best Online Class/Worst Online Class Experience.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Thurs., June 11. Reply to two classmates by Sat., June 13.) |
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Week 2.1 June 15-17 |
Online Lectures:
Defining Yourself
Managing Your Time and Energy |
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Discussion: “Self-Awareness, Time Management, and My Support System.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Mon., June 15. Reply to two classmates by Wed., June 17.) |
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QUIZ 1: Multiple Choice format (Quiz opens Mon., June 15, and closes Wed., June 17, at midnight.) Covers content from Weeks 1.1, 1.2, 2.1 and 2.2. |
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Week 2.2 June 18-20 |
Online Lecture:
College Communication, Part I and II |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 2.2 (due Thurs., June 18). |
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Enrichment Activity #1 (due Sat., June 20). |
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Discussion: “Communication.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Thurs., June 18. Reply to two classmates by Sat., June 20.) |
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Week 3.1 June 22-24 |
Online Lectures:
Learning to Learn
Maximize Your Learning |
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Complete the VARK questionnaire - Learning Styles (due Mon., June 22). Do not turn in. You will use results on future discussion postings. |
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Download Cornell Notes Template. Use template to take notes in another course. E-mail copy of notes to instructor for extra credit, if desired. |
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QUIZ 2: Matching format (Quiz opens Mon., June 22, and closes Wed., June 24, at midnight.) Covers content in Week 3.1. |
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Discussion: “My Personal Learning Style & Strategies.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Mon., June 22. Reply to two classmates by Wed., June 24.) |
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Week 3.2 June 25-27 |
Online Lectures:
Your Hidden Agenda
Choosing a College Major and Career |
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Complete MyPlan - Career Inventory and upload your results to the assignment box (due Wed., June 25). |
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Discussion: “MyPlan and My Future.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Wed., June 25. Reply to two classmates by Sat., June 27.) |
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Blackboard Collaborate session with Renee Burnam, Career Center Director, TBD |
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Week 4.1 June 29-July 1 |
Online Lecture:
An Overview of the Career Project |
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Identify professional mentor for Job Interview. Clear selection with your instructor. |
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RESEARCH: Begin researching Career Project; Download Annotated Bibliography sample. |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 4.1 (due Wed., July 1). |
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Discussion: “Interview Plans.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Mon., June 29. Reply to two classmates by Wed., July 1.) |
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Blackboard Collaborate session with Emily Gilbert, Librarian, TBD |
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Week 4.2 July 2-4 |
Online Lecture:
Create Your Educational Pathway
NOTE: Holiday week. Plan carefully. |
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Work on your unique Educational Pathway Plan. |
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Discussion: “My Goals.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Wed., July 2. Reply to two classmates by Sat., July 5.) |
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Schedule interview with professional mentor. |
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MID-TERM ESSAY QUIZ: Essay format (Quiz opens Wed., July 2, and closes Sat., July 4, at midnight.) Content requests a narrative discussion of no less than 3 paragraphs, detailing lessons learned from the class and applied to your life at this point in semester. Details are necessary to “show” how concepts in course have been used to enhance your learning or life. |
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Fri., July 3 |
4th of July Holiday – College Closed |
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Week 5.1 July 6-8 |
Online Lectures:
College Reading Techniques
College Writing Techniques |
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Continue to work on interview with professional mentor. If you have not scheduled the interview, see your instructor this week. |
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RESEARCH: Continue to work on Career Project. |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 5.1 (due Wed., July 6). |
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Enrichment Activity #2 (due Sat., July 8). |
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Week 5.2 July 9-11 |
Online Lectures:
Stress and Wellness
Tests and Test Anxiety |
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Complete Wellness Plan and upload it to the assignment box (due Wed., July 9). |
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QUIZ 3: Multiple Choice, True-False, Multiple Answer, Matching format (Quiz opens Wed., July 9, and closes Sat., July 11.) Covers content in Week 5.2. |
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RESEARCH: Continue to work on Career Project. |
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Week 6.1 July 13-15 |
Online Lectures:
Critical Thinking
Creativity |
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Continue to work on interview with professional mentor. |
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Complete the Multiple Intelligences Inventory |
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Educational Pathway Plan must be uploaded to the assignment box (Wed., July 15). |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 6.1 (due Wed., July 15). |
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Week 6.2 July 16-18 |
Online Lecture:
Manage Your Money, Part I and II |
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Complete reality check survey |
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QUIZ 4: Multiple Choice, True-False, Matching format (Quiz opens Wed., July 16, and closes Sat., July 18, at midnight.) Covers content in Week 6.2. |
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Continue to work on interview with professional mentor. |
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Career Project Annotated Bibliography must be uploaded to the assignment box (due Sat., July 18). |
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Week 7.1 July 20-22
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Online Lecture:
Listening
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Last Day to Withdraw – July 20 |
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QUIZ 5: Short Answer format (Quiz opens Mon., July 20, and closes Sat., July 22, at midnight). Covers content in Week 7.1. This quiz is fill-in-the-blank. |
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Continue to work on interview with professional mentor. |
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Week 7.2 July 23-25 |
Online Lectures:
Conflict
Emotional Intelligence |
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Discussion: “Conflict.” Read specific discussion prompt in online class. (Post initial response by Wed., July 23. Reply to two classmates by Sat., July 25). |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 7.2 (due Thurs., July 23). |
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Interview Paper and Professional Verification Form (both due by Sat., July 25). Upload the paper to the assignment box; the employer should fax the feedback form to your instructor. |
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Week 8.1 July 27-28
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Online Lecture:
Working in the 21st Century |
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Lecture Response Worksheet Week 8.1 (due Mon., July 27). |
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Week 8.2 July 29-30 |
Finals Week
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Career Presentations: Create a Career Project Presentation in PowerPoint and save it as a PDF. Post an original narrative summarizing your Career Project experience and introducing your PPT in the discussion board, “College and Career Readiness” (see online prompt). Also, attach the PDF of your project presentation to the narrative posting in the discussion board. BOTH DUE by Wed., July 29, at midnight. |
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Course Grade is Determined by: |
20% Participation (lecture response worksheets) 20% Daily Work/ Homework (discussion postings, drop boxes – except for Career Project) 20% Quizzes 10% Enrichment Activities 30% Career Project (Interview Paper, Annotated Bibliography, Presentation) |
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Additional Information
Your participation online helps you learn more and makes the class more interesting. You need to schedule time during each day to complete your coursework as if you were attending an in-person class twice a week.
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.
Feel free to ask questions -- I’m here to help you.
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