Fall 2021 Course Syllabus
Course: EDUC-1300- Section: 5B
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Instructor Information
Instructor Jackquelyn Lavergne
E-maillavergnejs@lamarpa.edu
Phone4099846330
Office
Location:Educational I - Room: 131
Hours:Bob Hope High School Room 203 TWTH 9:55-10:40, 10:40-11:30, 11:35-12:20
COVID 19 Information The Lamar State College Port Arthur (LSCPA) Student Code of Conduct COVID 19 Policy requires students who have been exposed to COVID 19 or diagnosed with COVID 19 to report their condition on the COVID 19 Notification Form (available via a link on the Student Code of Conduct COVID19 webpage). This information will be provided to the Dean of Student Services. In addition, this policy requires all students to wear face coverings in compliance with the criteria included in the policy. For more information please refer to the COVID 19 link on the LSCPA website.
Course Information
Description Study of the 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition and motivation; 2) factors that impact learning; and 3) application of learning strategies. Students use assessment instruments (learning inventories) to identify their strengths and weaknesses as learners. Develops skills and techniques necessary for success in college including memory development, note-taking, test preparation, study skills and time management. Assists the student in making adequate social and persona
Prerequisites None
Learning Outcomes PSLO 1: Reading Skills - Demonstrates comprehension of content-area reading material.
PSLO 2: Critical Thinking Skills - Uses creative thinking, innovation, inquiry and analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information.
PSLO 3: Communication Skills - Demonstrates effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through written, oral and/or visual communication.
PSLO 4: Empirical and Quantitative Skills - Applies the manipulation * Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and visual communication.
PSLO 5: Social Responsibility Skills - Expresses intercultural competence, knowledge of civic responsibility, and the ability to engage effectively in regional, national, and global communities
Core Objectives
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Textbooks Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

extbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Textbook Title : On Course: Strategies for Success in College, Career, and Life.
Ninth Edition, Cengage Publishing.
Authors: Skip Downing and Jonathan Brennan
For students taking EDUC 1300-the book is available through e-book format on Blackboard. If you prefer not to have an electronic version, you must opt-out of the first day book materials program.
Lecture Topics
Outline		 I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
Major Assignments
Schedule		 Major Assignment Schedule

Week One: Discussion; Introductions/Who Am I? Assignment
Week Two: Discussion; Accepting Personal Responsibility
Week Three: Assignment 1; Discovering Self Motivation Survey
Week Four: Assignment 2; Mastering Self Management Game
Week Five: Exam 1: Chapters 1-5
Weeks Six/Seven/Eight Chapter 6: Discussion; Gaining Self Awareness



Chapter 6 Self-Awareness Exam 10/20/21


Weeks Nine/Ten : Chapter 7 :Adopting Lifelong Learning 10/19-10/28/21



Begin Core Project: Career Research 11/2/21



Chapter 7 Adopting Lifelong Learning Exam 11/3/21



Weeks 11/12: Chapter 8 Developing Emotional Intelligence 11/2/21-11/11/21



Chapter 8 Developing Emotional Intelligence Exam 11/17/21



Career Research Project Due 11/18/21



Week 13: Chapter 9 Staying on Course



11/22-11/26 Thanksgiving Break



Week 14: Chapter 9 Final Exam - 12/2/2



Week 15-- 12/7-12/9/21 Study Skills, Reflect and Review



Last Class Day Thursday 12/9/21
Final Exam Date December 2, 2021 - 11:35 AM
Grading Scale  90 - 100=A    80 - 89=B    70 - 79=C     60 - 69=D    Below 59 = F
Determination of
Final Grade		 Exams/Quizzes/Projects - 60% Participation/Attendance/Homework 40%
One week to make-up work, 5 points subtracted for each day of missed assignment
Course Policies
Instructor Policies I will not discuss your grades over the phone or by email. If you want to discuss your grades, you must come to my office, in person.
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).
5 points for each absence after 3 unexcused absences (at instructors discretion)
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
  1. No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom.

  2. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission.

  3. 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
HB 2504 This syllabus is part of LSC-PA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.
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.