Course Title: Learning Frameworks

Course Prefix & Number: EDUC 1300

Section Number: 348

2016SP

Semester Credit Hours: 3

Lecture Hours: 48

Lab Hours: 0

Course Description (NCTC Catalog):

A 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.  Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of the college-level student academic strategies.  Students use assessment instruments (e.g. learning inventories) 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.  Students developing these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.  This course is cross-listed as PSYC 1300.  The student may register for either EDUC1300 or PSYC1300 but may receive credit for only one of the two.  

Course Prerequisite(s): None

Course Type:

x - Academic General Education Course (from Academic Course Guide Manual but not in NCTC Core)

o- Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o - WECM Course

Name of Instructor:

Patti Morton Gibbs, MS, MEd

Campus/Office Location:

Bowie Campus

Telephone Number:

940-872-4002

E-mail Address:

pgibbs@nctc.edu

Department Chair

Sara Flusche

Office Location:

Gainesville Campus, Room 1306- Art Building

Telephone Number:

940.668-3351

E-mail Address:

sflusche@nctc.edu

Instructional Dean:  

Dr. Larry Gilbert

Office Location: 

Corinth Campus, Room 305

Telephone Number: 

940-498-6216

E-mail Address: 

lgilbert@nctc.edu

# of Graded Course Elements

Graded Course Elements

Percentage or Points Values

15

Journals

20%

10+

Class Assignments,  Article Reviews,  Research Paper Elements

20%

15

Discussion Forums

20%

4

Tests

20%

1

Research Paper

20%

Topic

General Description of Subject Matter

Change

Adjusting to the culture of college, nurturing change, and setting your goals.

Engage

Developing your personal & academic motivation.

Persist

Using the tools of self-management to stay in college.

Connect

Connecting with Technology Research, and Information Literacy

Think

Building Critical Thinking, Emotional Intelligence, and Problem Solving Skills.

Prioritize

Planning your time & reducing stress.

Learn

Using your dominant intelligence, preferred learning style, and unique personality type to become an active learner.

Read

Building your reading & comprehension skills for print and online activities.

Record

Cultivating your listening skills & developing a note-taking system that works for you.

Study

Empowering your memory, studying effectively, and taking tests with confidence.

Prosper

Managing your money & your debts wisely.

Present

Speaking with purpose, passion, and power.

Communicate

Communicating, appreciating diversity, and managing conflict.

Live

Developing your plan for wellness & personal responsibility.

Plan

Focusing on your future and professional career.

Attendance Policy

For an online course, you must participate to gain understanding and to be successful. You are required to log in to Canvas and participate in discussions and assignments at least 2/week (7 days).

If you stop participating in the course you need to officially drop the course either online or in the Admissions Office in order to receive a W. You WILL NOT be automatically dropped from the course by the instructor or department. To withdraw from class, contact the registrar’s office. 

Last day to Withdraw

For the Spring 2017 semester the last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 6, 2017.  It is your responsibility to process the withdrawal.

Student Rights & Responsibilities

NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct.  These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog.  All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct. Access the 2016-17 Catalog here: http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2016-2017/Catalog

Scholastic Integrity

Scholastic dishonesty shall constitute a violation of college rules and regulations and is punishable as prescribed by Board policies.

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but not be limited to cheating on a test, plagiarism, and collusion. 

NCTC Catalog > Student Handbook > Section II > Discipline and Penalties > Disciplinary Actions > #5: “When cheating, collusion, or plagiarism has occurred beyond any reasonable doubt, the instructor may give the student or students involved an “F” on a particular assignment or in the course. [See Scholastic Dishonesty FLB(Local)] The instructor shall make a written report of the incident and of the planned action to his Department Chair. The Department Chair shall report the incident and action to appropriate instructional dean who shall review the case, notify the student and, if necessary, take further action. This may involve either probation or suspension of the student or students in question. If such disciplinary action is deemed necessary, the Vice-President of Student Services shall be notified, and the action shall be taken through that office.”

 STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Disability

Accommodations

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. A disability is anything that can interfere with learning, such as a learning disability, psychological challenge, physical illness or injury. Accommodations may include extra time on tests, tests in a non-distracting environment, note taker in class, etc. On the Corinth Campus go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207.  On the Gainesville Campus go to room 110 in the Administration (100) Building or call 940-668-7731 ext. 4321.  North Central Texas College is committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112).

Student Success

The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals.  This program also links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free 24/7 online tutoring and helps new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students.  All students are invited to visit the Student Success Center on the Corinth Campus go to rooms 170, 182, or 188; on the Gainesville Campus go to rooms 114 or 111; on the Flower Mound Campus go to room 111, on the Bowie Campus go to room 124.

TRiO Program

TRiO Programs are federally funded programs which offer services designed to assist students in achieving their academic goals. Services include educational workshops, academic advising, tutoring, personal counseling, career counseling, cultural enrichment, and financial aid information. Students may be eligible for TRiO if they are currently enrolled at North Central Texas College, have academic need, and meet at least ONE of THREE criteria which include: 1) first generation status—neither parent has graduated from college 2) income level is within federal low income guidelines, and/or 3) has a documented disability. TRiO is located in Room 170 on the Corinth Campus and Room 114 on the Gainesville Campus. To learn more, stop by or call 940-498-6214. Please contact Terrie Moss, Bowie Campus for information regarding TRIO services (940-872-4002 ext.5218).

 Students can access our website by going to www.nctc.edu and clicking on the red button in the middle of the page labeled “Tutoring and Other ACADEMIC SUPPORT SERVICES” or by going directly to http://www.nctc.edu/Student_Services/Access/AcademicandStudentSupportServices.htm.

Financial Aid, Scholarships, and Veterans Services

The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education.  The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA.  For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office. 

Tobacco-Free Campuses

Beginning January 1, 2012, ALL campuses of North Central Texas College will be tobacco-free. NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes, and smokeless tobacco on campus property. Information on tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. Go to http://www.nctc.edu/TobaccoFree/index.html, and click on "Tobacco Cessation Programs" for more information. For questions or concerns please contact the Office of Vice President of Student Services at 940.668.4240. 

EEOC Statement

North Central Texas College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, or disability in the employment or the provision of services.

COURSE INFORMATION

Participation

An important element of learning is participation. "Learning" is an active verb. This involves taking an active part in the learning process demonstrated by responding appropriately on a regular basis.  If you can’t participate due to a life emergency, please contact me.

Assignment Due Dates

An assignment must be submitted on or before the due date.  No late work.  Students are expected to present themselves in a professional manner and show responsibility.

Plagiarism

Plagiarism will result in a grade of F for the assignment and possibly the course. Multiple infractions could result in dismissal from the teacher education program and/or NCTC. Plagiarism consists of copying directly from a source without properly citing the source. It is also using someone else’s work and claiming it as your own. Please cite all references.

Professionalism

Students are expected to demonstrate a professional attitude at all times. This includes respecting the thoughts of other classmates and the instructor. Also included is the following: participating discussions, accepting constructive criticism, turning in high quality work, and understanding that this is a growth experience. All students enrolled in this class shall demonstrate common decency and acceptable behavior conducive to a positive learning environment.

Grading Policy

Journals = 20%

Class Assignments = 20%

Discussion Forums = 20%

Quizzes  = 20%

Research Paper = 20%

See the calendar for a full description of each assignment.  

90-100 = A (Superior College Level Work)

89-80 = B (Above Average College Level Work)

79-70 = C (Average College Level Work)

69-60 = D (Questionably Unacceptable College Level Work)

59-below = F (Unacceptable College Level Work)

SPRING 2017 COURSE CALENDAR (Subject to revision)

Week of

January 16

Introductions & Welcome

Module 1: Change

·         Introduction Module

·         Purchase the textbook

·         Set up and use your NCTC student email

·         Post an introductory message in the Discussion Forum for Module 1.

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 1 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 1 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 1

·         Complete Discussion Forum

January 23

Module 1: Engage

 Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 2 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 2 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 2

·         Complete Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity

January 30

Module 1: Persist

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 3 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 3 PowerPoint

·         Complete Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity:  Academic Plan and Reflection (Journal 3)

·         Complete Module 1 Quiz

February 6

Module 2: Connect

 Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 4 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 4

·         Complete Journal 4

·         Complete the Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity

February 13

Module 2: Think

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 5 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 5 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 5

·         Complete the Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity

February 20

Module 2: Prioritize

 Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 6 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 6 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 6

·         Complete the Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity

February 27

Module 3: Learn

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 7 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 7 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 7

·         Complete the Discussion Forum

·         Complete Learning Styles Activity

March 6

Module 3: Read

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 8 in your text

·         Review the Chapter 8 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 8

·         Complete the Discussion Forum

·         Complete Activity

March 13

Spring Break -  Enjoy

March 20

Module 3: Record 

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 9 in your text

·         Review Chapter 9 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 9

·         Complete Discussion Forum

·         Complete Note-taking Activity

·         Complete the Module 3 Quiz

March 27

Module 4: Study

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 10 in your text

·         Review Chapter 10 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 10

·         Complete Discussion 10

·         Complete Activity

April 3

Module 4: Prosper

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 11 in your text

·         Review Chapter 11 PowerPoint

·         Watch videos regarding financial aid and budgeting

·         Complete Journal 11

·         Complete Discussion 11

·         Complete Activity

April 10

Module 4: Present

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 12 in your text

·         Review Chapter 12 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 12

·         Complete Discussion 12

·         Complete the Module 4 Quiz

April 17

Module 5: Communicate

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 13 in your text

·         Review Chapter 13 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 13

·         Complete Discussion 13

·         Complete Activity

April 24

Module 5: Live

Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 14 in your text

·         Review Chapter 14 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 14

·         Complete Discussion 14

·         Complete Activity

May 1

Module 5: Plan

 Assignments:

·         Read Chapter 15 in your text

·         Complete Resume’ Activity

·         Review Chapter 15 PowerPoint

·         Complete Journal 15

·         Complete Discussion 15

Article Review Research Paper Due On or Before May 7

May 8

 Module 5 Examination Final Quiz Chapters 13, 14, 15

ASSIGNMENTS

CLASS ASSIGNMENTS

This category is the average of grades.  Students are responsible for completing these assignments according to the policies stated.

JOURNALS

Students will complete a weekly journal. The goal of the journals is to help students become a reflective practitioner. A reflective practitioner is constantly judging how things are going, asking questions, seeking advice and assistance, and navigating change. The goal is always to do it better. These journals are personal reflections. 

Requirements for Journal Entries:

·     Microsoft Word format (.doc or .docx)

·     Double Spaced

·     12 point font  minimum of 300 words

·     Contains college level writing and grammatical skills

·     Fully address all parts of the assigned topic

DISCUSSION FORUMS

ACADEMIC PLAN & REFLECTION

ARTICLE REVIEW ASSIGNMENT

QUIZZES

Students will participate in one Discussion Forum for each topic within the Modules.

To fulfill the requirement of each Discussion Forum, please create a post with a minimum of 250 words and then reply to at least two other classmates' posts in this forum. College level writing skills and a professional tone are required in all discussion forum posts and replies. These Discussion Forums will reinforce the readings, help you gain perspective and knowledge about the given topics, and help you to practice professionalism and good communication skills. Please "post" in a professional and courteous manner; conduct yourself in the way that you would in a professional work setting. Students will be graded based upon their post and replies. Any posts or replies which do not "add to" the discussion and are only one sentence statements will not be counted. To receive full credit, posts should be a minimum of 250 words and replies a minimum of 75 words each reply. 

Meet with an advisor outside of class and complete the guided Academic Plan.

Write a reflection paper after completing the academic plan. Discuss how you are going to accomplish this goal and what your plans are after completing your NCTC degree.

1 page typed double spaced                       12-point font

The purpose of this Article Review Assignment is to allow you the opportunity to be exposed to topics covered in social and psychology based research.  This assignment also studies the methodologies that are used in these articles.  As a student you will be reading and reviewing a journal article to assess the effectiveness of the article itself and the research that it involves.

In this assignment you will choose an article for your review.  It must be a current journal article (no older than 5 years).

Approximate length: Your review must be 3-4 pages of text, double spaced, 12 point font, with 1” margins

Grading Criteria: Your assignment must be well-written and include:     

1. Evidence of an understanding of theoretical and methodological issues mentioned in the research
2. An examination of the rationale and approach used
3. A summary of the findings of the research
4. Limitations of the research, strength and weaknesses of the article
5. Your opinion of the article

There will be quizzes over Modules 1, 3, and 4; Module 5 will be your final exam and will cover the three chapters studied during that Module. Quizzes will consists of projects, presentations multiple choice, true/false, and essay assessments.