NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title:	Learning Framework
Course Prefix & Number:		EDUC 1300	Section 403		Semester/Year:	FA / 2017
Semester Credit Hours:		3	Lecture Hours:	48	Lab Hours:	0
Course Description (NCTC Catalog): A study of the: 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 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
Required or Recommended Course Materials: Required Text:   Corner Stones for College Success - Sherfield and Moody

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:	Tanna Lazaroff
Campus/Office Location:	Corinth
Telephone Number:	972-800-3512
E-mail Address:	tlazaroff@nctc.edu or tannalazaroff@att.net

 

OFFICE HOURS – By appointment.  Call or email to schedule an appointment

Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday

 

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog

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
Class Assignments	Completed class assignments, participation, discussion	30%
4 Exams	Objective Exams:  Multiple Choice, True/False, Fill in the Blank	40 %
1 Research Report	Written research assignment/Standard American English/typed using computer skills	15%
Roll Call Attendance	Canvas will automatically calculate a grade for attendance.	15%

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)

Goal Setting	September 5, 2017	out of 100 points
Cognition, Learning, and Motivation Research Presentation	September 26, 2017	out of 100 points
Discovering You – Personal Assessments	October 12, 2017	out of 100 points
Journal Article Review	October 24, 2017	out of 100 points
Career Research Interview	November 2, 2017	out of 100 points
Career Research Paper	November 30,  2017	out of 100 points
Student Learning Outcomes	December 5, 2017	out of 100 points

 

ATTENDANCE POLICY

Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.  All absences are considered to be unauthorized unless the student is absent due to illness or emergencies.  It is the student responsibility to provide documentation as to the emergency for approval by the faculty member.  Approved college sponsored activities are also excused absences.  The instructor is responsible for judging the validity of any reason given for an absence.  Valid reasons for absence, however, do not relieve the student of the responsibility for making up required work.  Students will not be allowed to make up an examination missed due to absence unless they have reasons acceptable to the instructor.  A student who is compelled to be absent when a test is given should petition the instructor, in advance if possible, for permission to postpone the exam.  Student will be dropped from a class by the Registrar upon recommendation of the instructor who feels the student has been justifiably absent or tardy a sufficient number of times to preclude meeting the course’s objectives.    Persistent, unjustified absences from classes or laboratories will be considered sufficient cause for College officials to drop a student from the rolls of the College. From Board Policy FC (LOCAL)

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is November 9.

DISABILITY SERVICES (Office for Students with Disabilities)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides support services for students with disabilities, students enrolled in technical areas of study, and students who are classified as special populations (i.e. single parents).

Support services for students with disabilities might include appropriate and reasonable accommodations, or they may be in the form of personal counseling, academic counseling, career counseling, etc.  Furthermore, OSD Counselors work with students to encourage self-advocacy and promote empowerment. The Counselors also provides resource information, disability-related information, and adaptive technology for students who qualify.

If you feel you have needs for services that the institution provides, please reach out to either Wayne Smith (940) 498-6207 or Yvonne Sandman (940) 668-3300.  Alternative students may stop by Room 170 in Corinth or Room 111 in Gainesville.

CORE CURRICULUM FOUNDATIONAL COMPONENT AREA (For classes in the Core) ________       

 

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

o        Component Area Option

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

 

o           Critical Thinking

o           Communication

o           Empirical and Quantitative

 

o           Teamwork

o           Personal Responsibility

o           Social Responsibility

 

COURSE TYPE

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

o        Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course

o        WECM Course

 

STUDENT HANDBOOK

Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online. http://nctc.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2017-2018/Catalog/North-Central-Texas-College-Student-Handbook

 

ACADEMIC DISHONESTY

Scholastic dishonesty shall include, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, academic falsification, intellectual property dishonesty, academic dishonesty facilitation and collusion.  Faculty members may document and bring charges against a student who is engaged in or is suspected to be engaged in academic dishonesty.  See Student Handbook, “Student Rights & Responsibilities: Student Conduct ([FLB(LOCAL)]”. 

 

Consequences for academic dishonesty may include:

• Formal hearing
• Suspension or expulsion

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

Name of Instructional Dean:	Sara Flusche, Dean of Instruction
Office Location:	Gainesville Campus, 1300 Building, Room 1306
Telephone Number:	940-668-3351
E-mail Address:	sflusche@nctc.edu