NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title: Learning Framework
Course Prefix & Number:  EDUC 1300	Section Number:  501	Semester:  162S
Semester Credit Hours: 3	Lecture Hours:  48	Observation Hours:  0
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): A study of: research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation; factors that impact learning, and 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.
Course Prerequisite(s): None
Strongly Recommended Course Materials: Sherfield, R. M., Moody, P. G. (2014). Cornerstones for College Success. Pearson, 7th edition.

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Diana Salih, M.Ed.
Campus/Office Location:	Flower Mound Campus
Telephone Number:	972-899-8400 or -8408  (Flower Mound Campus)
E-mail Address:	dsalih@nctc.edu (PREFERRED METHOD OF CONTACT)
Office Hours:	By Appointment Only

 

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

	At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
1.	Describe the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation.
2.	Strengthen academic performance by identifying key components of the successful student.
3	Analyze and gain an understanding of historical, biological, psychological, and socio-cultural dimensions of learning and developmental psychology, dimensions that can simultaneously influence human thought, emotion and behavior.
4.	Compose writing assignment(s) using Standard American English and basic computer skills.
5.	Develop self-awareness and career goals within an academic atmosphere.
6.	Evaluate the quality and conclusions of the research to which they are exposed, which can simultaneously influence human thought, emotion and behavior.

 

 

 

 

GRADING CRITERIA

# of Graded Course Elements	Graded Course Elements	Percentage or Point Values
1	Exam #1	100
1	Exam #2	100
1	Exam #3	100
1	Exam #4	100
1	Final Exam (Optional - will replace lowest test grade)	(100)
1	Assignment 1 – Newsletter	100
1	Assignment 2 – Successful Student	100
1	Assignment 3 – Cultural Diversity	100
1	Assignment 4 – Discussion Board	100
1	Assignment 5 – Career	100
1	Assignment 6 – Journal Review	50
1	Attendance	25
1	Participation	25

                                                                                                            TOTAL                   1000

            Grading Scale             A  =  1000 – 900          90 – 100 %

                                                B  =    899 – 800          80 –  89 %

                                                C  =    799 – 700          70 –  79 %

                                                D  =    699 – 600          60 –  69 %

                                                F  =    599 & Below     59 % and Below

 

EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES   (complete descriptions available on CANVAS)______________

• Each exam will have a minimum of one (1) extra credit question at the end of the test
• Attendance at any school-sponsored activity or seminar offered on campus
• Complete Advising Assignment
• Participation in the “First Year Experience” Program
• Participation in the “Career Services Center” Program
• Career Exploration through Career Cruising

 

IMPORTANT POLICIES____________________________________________________________

• Late work is not accepted.
• Make-up exams are only allowed in extreme cases (i.e., sick with doctor’s note, funeral w/ proof, etc.).
• Cell Phones are to remain silenced and put away during class hours (in pocket, purse, or backpack).
• Disruptive behavior which detracts from the class in any way may result in your dismissal from the class for that day or other appropriate consequence (See Student Handbook referenced below).

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

An attendance sheet will be passed around at the beginning of each class period and it is your responsibility to initial this sheet.  I transfer attendance to CANVAS after each class period.  To receive the full 25 points for attendance (as shown on the Grading Criteria), you are allowed to miss no more than 4 (four) class periods. 

• Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is ___April 6, 2017 If you wish to withdraw from this or any course, you must see the Admissions Office at any campus. 

DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have a documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209.  Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.

North Central Texas College is on record as being 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).   http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx

 

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA______________________________           

 

o         Communication

o         Mathematics              

o         Life and Physical Science

o         Language, Philosophy & Culture

o         Creative Arts

o         American History

o         Government/Political Science

o         Social and Behavioral Sciences

x        Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES

 

x          Critical Thinking

x          Communication

x         Empirical and Quantitative

x          Teamwork

x          Personal Responsibility

x          Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE

o           Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)

x        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o        WECM Course

 

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY and ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT__________________________________

“Scholastic Dishonesty” is described in the Student’s Code of Conduct and includes “cheating, plagiarism, and collusion.”  Possible consequences of this behavior could include receiving a “0” on the test or paper, or more severe punishment as deemed necessary by the instructor and/or NCTC officials.

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook

 

** If you have a question about the course, an assignment, your grade, missing class, etc., please notify the instructor:  Diana Salih – dsalih@nctc.edu. **

 

 

Name of Chair/Coordinator:	Sara Flusche
Office Location:	Gainesville Campus, Room 1306- Art Building
Telephone Number:	940-668-3351
E-mail Address:	sflusche@nctc.edu
Name of Instructional Dean:	Dr. Larry Gilbert
Office Location:	Corinth Camps, Room 305
Telephone Number:	940-498-6216
E-mail Address:	lgilbert@nctc.edu

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE___________________________________________________________

 

January  16	Holiday	January 18	Discuss Syllabus	January 20	Introduction
January 23	Chapter 1	January 25	Chapter 1	January 27	Chapter 1
January 30	Chapter 2	February 1	Chapter 2	February 3	Chapter 2
February  6	Assign. #1 DUE       Chapter 3	February 8	Chapter 3	February 10	Chapter 4
February 13	Assign. # 2          Do in Class	February 15	Review	February 17	TEST #1
February 20	Chapter 5	February 22	Chapter 5	February 24	Chapter 5
February 27	Chapter 6	March 1	Chapter 6	March 3	Chapter 7
March 6	Chapter 7	March 8	Chapter 7        Review for Test	March 10	TEST #2
March 13	~ Spring Break ~	March 15	~ Spring Break ~	March 17	~ Spring Break ~
March 20	Chapter 15	March 22	Assign. #3 DUE  Chapter 15	March 24	Chapter 15
March 27	Chapter 8	March 29	Chapter 8/9	March 31	Assign. #4 DUE   Chapter 9
April 3	Chapter 10	April 5	Chapter 10	April 7	Chapter 11
April 10	Assign. #5 DUE Review for Test	April 12	TEST #3	April 14	Chapter 12
April 17	Chapter 12	April 19	Chapter 13	April 21	Chapter 14
April 24	Chapter 14	April 26	Mindset Lecture	April 28	Mindset Lecture
May 1	Assign. #6 DUE   Review for Test	May 3	TEST #4	May 5	Review for FINAL
May 8	No Class	May 10	12-1:50 FINAL	May 12	Graduation