Fall 2019 Course Syllabus Course: EDUC-1100- Section: 9C Learning Framework

Instructor Information
Instructor	Wayne Wells
E-mail	wellswd@lamarpa.edu
Phone	(409) 984-6229
Office	Location: Madison Monroe Education - Room: 147A Hours: Beaumont FCC
Department	Inmate Instruction 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	Upon successful completion of this course, students will: 1. Identify various research methods and their characteristics used in the scientific study of psychology. 2. Describe the historical influences and early schools of thought that shaped the field of psychology. 3. Describe some of the prominent perspectives and approaches used in the study of psychology. 4. Use terminology unique to the study of psychology. 5. Describe accepted approaches and standards in psychological assessment and evaluation. 6. Identify factors in physiological and psychological processes involved in human behavior.
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. * Teamwork: Students will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with others to support a shared purpose or goal and consider different points of view. * Personal Responsibility: Students will demonstrate the ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-making.
Program Student Learning Outcomes	PSLO ALPHA: Reading skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
Textbooks	Step by Step to College and Career Success, 7th Edition. Gardner & Barefoot, Bedford/St. Martin's, 2017. ISBN 978-1-319-02917-3
Lecture Topics Outline	Week 1 Course Intro, Syllabus Review, & Student Introductions Chapter 1 - Starting Out on the Right Foot Chapter 2 - Managing Your Time Homework Assignment 1: Making Decisions, P. 16 Week 2 Chapter 3 - Understanding How You Learn Chapter 4 - Getting the Most Out of Class Homework Assignment 2: VARK Learning Styles Assignment Week 3 Test I - Chapters 1-4 Chapter 5 - Reading for Success Chapter 6 - Taking Exams & Tests Homework Assignment 3: Essay Writing Assignment Week 4 Chapter 7 - Thinking Critically Chapter 8 - Developing Information Literacy Chapter 9 - Communicating Clearly Week 5 Test 2 - Chapters 5-9 Chapter 10 - Connecting with Others in a Diverse Chapter 11 - Managing Money Week 6 Final Exam - Chapters 1-11 Chapter 13 ? Considering Majors & Careers
Major Assignments Schedule	Week 1 Course Intro, Syllabus Review, & Student Introductions Chapter 1 - Starting Out on the Right Foot Chapter 2 - Managing Your Time Week 2 Chapter 3 - Understanding How You Learn Chapter 4 - Getting the Most Out of Class In Class Group Activity Week 3 Test I - Chapters 1-4 Chapter 5 - Reading for Success Chapter 6 - Taking Exams & Tests Week 4 Chapter 7 - Thinking Critically Chapter 8 - Developing Information Literacy Chapter 9 - Communicating Clearly Week 5 Test 2 - Chapters 5-9 Chapter 10 - Connecting with Others in a Diverse Chapter 11 - Managing Money Week 6 Final Exam - Chapters 1-11 Chapter 13 - Considering Majors & Careers
Final Exam Date	December 5, 2019 - 9:00 AM   Through  December 5, 2019 - 11:00 AM
Grading Scale	90 - 100 = A 80 - 89 = B 70 - 79 = C 60 - 69 = D Below 59 = F
Determination of Final Grade	The final course grade will be based on total points accumulated (not percentages) from two Chapter Tests = 200 points, one Final Exam = 100 points, one Common Assignment = 100 points, six class participation grades = 60 points, six weeks attendance = 60 points, and three homework assignments = 300 points. All assignments are due the following class period. 820-789 = A 788-757 = B 756-725= C 724-693 = D 692-Below = F
Course Policies
Instructor Policies	If you want to discuss your grades, you must briefly visit with me before or after class. You will be answering exam questions on a Scantron Form. All results will be scanned and tests will be returned the next class period.
Attendance Policy	Research has shown a cause and effect relationship between attendance and college success. Students with more than two absences from the course will receive an academic penalty (which is spelled out by the instructor).
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	It is a pleasure to be your Instructor for this semester. I have high expectations for each of you. It is your responsibility to make sure you take notes, read the chapters, complete homework, participate in discussions and activities, as well as come to class prepared. If you do all of these things, you will be successful. I am looking forward to working with you this semester.
HB 2504	This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.