Fall 2019 Course Syllabus Course: EDUC-1100- Section: 03 Learning Framework

Instructor Information
Instructor	Diane Leckich
E-mail	leckichdc@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6330
Office	Location: Education Annex - Room: 131 Hours: Wednesday before noon by appointment
Department	General Education and Developmental Studies Chair: Dr. Michelle Davis E-mail: davisml1@lamarpa.edu Phone: (409) 984-6341 If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.
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 PSYC 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 pocket folder, notebook paper, and pens.
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1 Course Intro, Syllabus Review, Student introductions Chapter One Starting Out on the Right Foot Scavenger Hunt Assignment Week 2 Chapter Two Cultivating Motivation, Resilience, and Emotional Intelligence Week 3 Chapter Three Managing Your Time Week 4 Chapter Four Understanding How You Learn Week 5 Unit One Exam (Chapters 1-4) Unit 1 Week 6 Chapter Five Getting the Most Out of Class Week 7 Chapter Six Reading for Success Week 8 Chapter Seven Taking Exams & Tests Week 9 Chapter Eight Thinking in College Week 10 Unit Two Exam (Chapters 5-8) Common Assignment Project discussed and assigned Week 11 Chapter Nine Developing Information Literacy and Communication (Possible Library Date) Week 12 Chapter Thirteen Considering Majors & Careers Work on Common Assignment Project Week 13 Chapter Eleven Managing Money Week 14 Chapter Ten Connecting with others in a Diverse World Week 15 Final Exam (Schedule to be announced) Chapter orders may vary depending on class needs.
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1     Course Intro, Syllabus Review, Student introductions Chapter One Starting Out on the Right Foot Scavenger Hunt Assignment, Chapter One Quiz Week 2     Chapter Two Cultivating Motivation, Resilience, and Emotional Intelligence Emotional Intelligence Questionnaire, Chapter Two Quiz Week 3     Chapter 3 Managing Your Time Time Management Assignment, Chapter Three Quiz Week 4     Chapter Four Understanding How You Learn VARK Learning Styles Assignment, Chapter Four Quiz Week 5      Unit One Exam (Chapters 1-4) Unit 1 Week 6      Chapter Five Getting the Most Out of Class Listening Assessment Assignment, Note Taking Assignment, Chapter Five Quiz Week 7      Chapter Six Reading for Success Reading for Success Assignment, GPA Assignment, Chapter Six Quiz Week 8     Chapter Seven Taking Exams & Tests Taking Exams Assignment, Chapter Seven Quiz Week 9     Chapter Eight Thinking in College Applying What You Have Learned Assignment, Chapter Eight Quiz Week 10 Unit Two Exam (Chapters 5-8) Common Assignment Project discussed Week 11 Chapter Nine Developing Information Literacy and Communication Chapter Nine Quiz (Possible Library Date) Week 12 Chapter Thirteen Considering Majors & Careers Majors & Career Choices Assignment, Chapter Thirteen Quiz, Work on Common Assignment --Library Week 13      Chapter Eleven Managing Money Money Management Assignment, Chapter Eleven Quiz Week 14      Chapter Ten Connecting with others in a Diverse World Cultural Identity Assignment, Chapter Ten Quiz Week 15     Final Exam--Presentations (Schedule to be announced)
Final Exam Date	May 7, 2019 - 9:00 AM
Grading Scale	Points will be used to determine final grades. 150--Attendance and Quizzes (each class) 100--Assignments (4 at 25 points each) 150--Exams (3 at 50 points each) 100--Common Assignment Project (1 at 100 points)
Determination of Final Grade	Daily Quizzes and Attendance 25%, Assignments 25%, Exams and Common Assignment Project 50%.
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	I will not discuss grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must meet with me before or after class.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Students with more than three absences from the course will receive an academic penalty (which is spelled out by the instructor). 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. Make arrangements to turn in work if absent. 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.
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 the Office for Disability Services Coordinator, Room 231, in the Madison Monroe Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.
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Other	I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must make an appointment to talk to me in person.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.