I typically work Monday & Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Wednesdays 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM; Thursdays & Fridays 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (12:00 PM on Fridays during the Summer sessions). You are more than welcome to just drop by to see me any time within those hours. Sometimes I am teaching or have meetings though, so if you want to ensure I will be free to meet with you, please email me to set an appointment day & time that works for us both.
***During my work hours, email is the best way to reach me: ergilbert@actx.edu****
Outside of work hours, cell is the best way to reach me - (806) 382-4709. Feel free to text me between the hours of 6:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
If it's your first time contacting me, please tell me who you are and which class you are in. Keep in mind that I may be in a meeting, teaching a class, making dinner, etc. depending on the time you contact me. Please give me time to get back to you.
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 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.
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
The Tutoring for Success policy applies to any student whose grade or performance in the course falls below a departmentally determined minimum threshold. In either of those cases, the instructor will direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. Under this policy, the instructor will follow specific departmental guidelines governing the use, duration, and grade component of the tutoring need.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
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.
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 .
EDUC-1100-031 First Year Seminar - Learning Framework
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 ResourcesStudent Resources Website
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:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact 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.
(1 sem hr; 1 lec, 1 lab)
Online Course
All content is within Blackboard; not textbook or access code required. A USB key/flashdrive is suggested. Google applications will be used.
Student must have the following items for this class each day:
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. Google applications will be used.
Adobe Acrobat Reader may be downloaded FREE from https://get.adobe.com/reader/.
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/
Learning Outcomes -
1 - Students will evaluate strengths, abilities, values and motivations and apply personal, educational, and career goal-setting.
2 - Students will determine appropriate campus wrap around services for assistance and engage in strategies to successfully navigate the college and to overcome personal and academic challenges.
3 - Students will evaluate and determine, by engaging with their Community and career pathway activities, the extent to which education and career expectations align with personal interests and goals.
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".
Type |
Percentage |
| Written/Classroom Assignments | 50% |
| Annotated Bibliography |
20% |
| Final Portfolio | 30% |
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 | 89.5-100 |
| B | 79.5-89.4 |
| C | 69.5-79.4 |
| D | 59.5-69.4 |
| F | 59.4 and below |
All work must be turned in on time to receive full credit. If work is submitted late, it is subject to point or percentage deductions. I will not accept work that is more than two weeks late unless you and I have discussed your need for more time and I have granted an extension.
You will need to contact me to develop arrangements for homework submissions that will be turned in late. What is a reasonable or acceptable reason for turning in work late and what the timeline will be for turning in a late assignment is at my discretion. As soon as you know you must miss an assignment, please contact me.
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. It is recommended that you check your email (AC) several times daily. If you do not want to check two inboxes, you can forward your AC email to your personal mail.
If you are unable to complete an assignment on time, please follow these guidelines:
a. Name
b. Call back number (if called)
c. Which assignment you are having difficulty with or won't be able to complete and why.
EDUC 1100 LEARNING FRAMEWORK
Refer to the weekly checklists for specific information on course work.
WEEK 1 – Who I Am
WEEK 2 - What I Need
WEEK 3 - What I Need (Part 2)
WEEK 4 - What is My Plan
WEEK 5 - What is My Plan (Part 2)
WEEK 6 - What is My Plan (Part 3)
WEEK 7 - Who I Am, What I Want, How I Will Achieve
WEEK 8 - Who I Am, What I Want, How I Will Achieve (Part 2)
Peer Mentors
In this course, you will have the support of peer mentors, in addition to your instructor. Below you will find contact information for your course section's peer mentor. Please reach to your mentor when you need assistance throughout the year.
Peer Mentor:
Email address:
There is no final exam for this course, but you will submit a final portfolio which is 30% of your final grade.
Your participation helps you learn more and makes the class more interesting. Mark your calendar today regarding assignments.
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 Mentors are available daily at the information desk in Ware,1st floor, or in WARE 205F to assist students with homework and navigating Blackboard.
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