House Bill 2504 Fall 2018 PSYC-1100-05 - Learning Framework Syllabus


Fall 2018 Course Syllabus Course: PSYC-1100- Section: 05 Learning Framework

Instructor Information

Instructor

Jamie Clark

E-mail

clarkjl@lamarpa.edu

Phone

(409) 984-6341

Office

Location:	Student Center - Room: 410
Hours:	M 3-5, T 2-4, W 3-5, R 10-11/3-4, F 10-11/3-4

Department

General Education and Developmental Studies
Chair:	Michelle Davis
E-mail:	davisml1@lamarpa.edu
Phone:	(409) 984-6341

Course Information

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. The course assists the student in making adequate social and personal adjustments to college life, developing educational and career goals, and becoming familiar with institutional curricula and policies. It includes techniques for time management, note taking, and preparing for exams. 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 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. This course is in the Core Curriculum and is required of all students pursuing an academic transfer curriculum. This course is also required of all students pursuing a technical degree if they are enrolled in developmental courses and have not completed 15 hours of college-level work. It is highly recommended that students take this course in their first semester of college. (Cross-listed as EDUC 1100)

Prerequisites

None

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the ability to analyze and interpret assigned reading materials and written instructions from both the textbook and instructor measured by pretest, posttest, written class exercises, and essay rubric (PSLO ALPHA, PSLSO 1, PSLO 2)
2. Demonstrate the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent prose adapted to purpose, occasion, and audience measured by pretest, posttest, written class exercises, and essay rubric. (PSLO ALPHA, PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 5)
3. Demonstrate the ability to communicate orally in clear, coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and audience measured by class exercises and rubric (PSLO 2)
4. Demonstrate the ability to analyze and interpret forms of spoken language measured by pretest, posttest, class exercises, and essay rubric. (PSLO 1, PSLO 2)
5. Identify and demonstrate the ability to apply standards and elements of critical thinking measured by pretest, posttest, and class exercises.(PSLO ALPHA, PSLO 1, PSLO 2, PSLO 5))
6. Demonstrate the ability to use computer-based technology in communicating, solving problems, and acquiring information measured by class exercises and essay rubric. (PSLO 2)
7. Demonstrate awareness of cultural differences and similarities measured by class exercises. (PSLO 2, PSLO 5)
8. Demonstrate the ability to identify, use, and apply mathematical and scientific principles measured by pretest, posttest, and class exercises. (PSLO 3)

Core Objectives

* Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
* Critical Thinking Skills: Students will engage in creative and/or innovative thinking, and/or inquiry, analysis, evaluation, synthesis of information, organizing concepts and constructing solutions.
* Empirical and Quantitative Skills: Students will demonstrate applications of scientific and mathematical concepts.
* Social Responsibility: Students will demonstrate intercultural competency and civic knowledge by engaging effectively in local, regional, national and/or global communities.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

PSLO ALPHA: Reading Skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 1: Critical Thinking Skills - Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information.
PSLO 2: Communication Skills - Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication.
PSLO 3: Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Applies the manipulation and/or analysis of numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions.
PSLO 5: Social Responsibility Skills - Expresses intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities.

Textbooks

Step by Step to College and Career Success, 7th Edition. Gardner & Barefoot, Bedford/St. Martin's, 2017. ISBN 978-1-319-02917-3
Other materials needed for class include a three ring notebook, notebook paper, and pens

Lecture Topics
Outline

Week 1:
Course Introduction, syllabus review, pre-assessment
Chapter 1 Beginning College
Scavenger Hunt - 10
Policies, Procedures, and Terminology - 10
Week 2:
Read Chapter 2 Cultivating Motivation, Resilience, and Emotional Intelligence
Time Management Assignment - 10
Week 3:
Chapter 3 Time Management
Week 4:
Chapter 4 Understanding How You Learn
VARK Learning Styles Assignment - 10
Exam 1 - 100 (Chapters 1-4)
Week 5:
Exam 1 Due
Chapter 5 Getting the Most Out of Class
Note Taking Assignment - 10
Week 6:
Chapter 6 Reading for Success
GPA Assignment - 10
Week 7:
Chapter 7 Taking Exams & Tests
Test Taking Assignment - 10
Week 8:
Chapter 8 Thinking In College
Exam 2 - 100 (Chapters 5-8)
Week 9:
Exam 2 Due
Chapter 9 Developing Information Literacy and Communication Skills
Library Assignment - 10
Week 10:
Social Responsibility Poster - Meet in Library
Chapter 13 Considering Majors & Careers
Week 11:
Social Responsibility Poster
Chapter 10 Connecting with Others in a Diverse World
Week 12:
Social Responsibility Poster Due - 160
Chapter 11 Managing Money
College and Money Assignment
Exam 3 - 100 (Chapters 9-13)
Week 14: 12/4
Exam 3 Due
College and Money Assignment Due - 50
Citizenship Assignment - 10
Final Exam
Week 15:
Final Exam Due

Major Assignments
Schedule

Final Exam Date

December 6, 2018 - 2:00 PM Through December 6, 2018 - 2:50 PM

Grading Scale

765-850=A
680-764=B
595-679=C
510-594=D
509 and below =F

Determination of
Final Grade

The final course grade will be based on total points accumulated (not percentages) from exams (400), class participation and attendance (150), daily work and homework (90), college and money assignment (50), and social responsibility poster (160). With prior approval of your instructor, you may also earn extra credit for campus events. LATE WORK IS UNACCEPTABLE.
Disturbance in class is a one point deduction from the final grade, per incidence, and includes but is not limited to: cell phones ringing, text messages, talking without permission and other disrespectful behavior. Laptops may be used only with instructor permission or the Special Populations Coordinator.

Course Policies

Instructor Policies

Attendance Policy

Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. FOUR unexcused absences will result in a grade of "F" regardless of the student's performance in class to that time. Excused absences include hospitalization of you or an immediate family member, participation in a college event, or a religious holy day. Prior notification to me for pending absences due to college events or religious holy days is required. Documentation of hospitalization is required. LATE WORK IS UNACCEPTABLE.
Your presence in this class will involve your attention to lectures, presentations by other students, participation in open class discussion, reading of the text as well as other materials related to the information covered in class, as well as the completion of the writing assignment. You will receive 10 points per class attended to total 150 points.
The following procedure will be used to give students with good attendance extra points:
For 0 absences, 4 points will be added to the final course tally. For no more than 1 absence, 3 points will be added to the final course tally. For no more than 2 absences, 2 points will be added to the final course tally. For no more than 3 absences, 1 point will be added to the final course tally.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSC-PA policies (Section IX, subsection A, in the Faculty Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

Facility Policies

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.
Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.
Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

Important Information

ADA Considerations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Special Populations Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

MyLamarPA

Be sure to check your campus E-mail and Course Homepage using MyLamarPA campus web portal (My.LamarPA.edu). When you've logged in, click the email icon in the upper right-hand corner to check email, or click on the "My Courses" tab to get to your Course Homepage. Click the link to your course and review the information presented. It is important that you check your email and Course Homepage regularly. You can also access your grades, transcripts, and determine who your academic advisor is by using MyLamarPA.

Other

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.