Fall 2022 Course Syllabus
Course: PSYC-1300 (Section: 72, CRN: 92814) Learning Framework |
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Instructor | Eric Hernandez | ||||||||||||||||||
hernandezea@lamarpa.edu | |||||||||||||||||||
Phone | (409) 984-6317 | ||||||||||||||||||
Office | Student Center - Room: 410 | ||||||||||||||||||
Office Hours | I do not have on campus office hours, but you can contact me for virtual office hours/appointments via Teams/Zoom on Thursday 4PM-6PM or by Appointment. | ||||||||||||||||||
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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 | ||||||||||||||||||
Required 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.
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 PSYC 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. |
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Additional Materials/Resources | None. | ||||||||||||||||||
Corequisites/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 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 |
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Core Objectives |
Communication skills: Students will demonstrate effective written, oral and/or 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. |
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Lecture Topics Outline |
Week 1: Chapter 1: Getting On Course Week 2: Chapter 2: Accepting Personal Responsibility Week 3: Chapter 3: Discovering Self-Motivation Week 4: Unit 1 Exam Week 5: Chapter 4: Mastering Self-Management Week 6: Chapter 5: Employing Interdependence Week 7: Chapter 6: Gaining Self-Awareness Week 8: Unit 2 Exam Week 9: Chapter 7: Adopting Lifelong Learning Week 10: Chapter 8: Developing Emotional Intelligence Week 11:Chapter 9: Staying on Course Week 12: Unit 3 Exam Week 13: Introduction to Career Coach/Begin Core Assignment Week 14: Thanksgiving Week 15: Work on Core Assignment Week 16: Core Assignment Due |
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Major Assignments Schedule | None | ||||||||||||||||||
Final Exam Date | December 5, 2022 - 8:0 AM Through December 8, 2022 - 5:0 PM | ||||||||||||||||||
Grading Scale |
A = 448 + B = 398 – 447 C = 348 – 397 D = 298 – 347 F = 297 and below |
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Determination of Final Grade |
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Attendance Policy |
Attendance in an ONLINE course is verified by substantial participation in the course on or before the census date published in the LSCPA Academic Calendar. Substantial participation in this online course is defined as logging in and completing/participating in at least one requirement of the course. Note: Simply logging in to your online course does not constitute attendance. |
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Institutional Policies | |||||||||||||||||||
MyLSCPA | Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA. | ||||||||||||||||||
Academic Honesty | Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty. | ||||||||||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||||||||||
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. | ||||||||||||||||||
HB 2504 | This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504. | ||||||||||||||||||
Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect | As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual. | ||||||||||||||||||
Title IX and Sexual Misconduct | LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website. | ||||||||||||||||||
Clery Act Crime Reporting |
For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website. |
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Grievance / Complaint / Concern | 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. | ||||||||||||||||||
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