NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE

COURSE SYLLABUS

 

Course Title:

Learning Framework

Course Prefix & Number: 

EDUC 1300

Section Number: 

504

Semester/Year:

SP 2017-18

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:

     Cornerstones for College Success 7th Edition by Robert M. Sherfield, and Patricia G. Moody.

 

             

 

INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION

Name of Instructor:

Diana Salih, M.Ed.

Campus/Office Location:

Flower Mound/Corinth Campus

Telephone Number:

972-899-8400 or -8408 (Flower Mound)

E-mail Address:

dsalih@nctc.edu (PREFERRED METHOD OF CONTACT)

 

OFFICE HOURS:  By Appointment Only

 

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

10

Journal Reflections (10 @ 20 pts each)

200 pts (20%)

1

Career/College Exploration Assignment

50 pts (5%)

1

Cognition, Learning, & Motivation Assignment

100 pts (10%)

1

Journal Article Analysis

100 pts (10%)

1

Interview – Career Research

100 pts (10%)

1

Research Paper (on chosen career)

100 pts (10%)

1

Successful Student Reflection

50 pts (5%)

3

Tests (3 @ 100 pts each)

300 pts (30%)

 

            Grading Scale             A  =  1000 – 900 pts   90 – 100 %

                                                B  =    899 – 800 pts    80 –  89 %

                                                C  =    799 – 700 pts    70 –  79 %

                                                D  =    699 – 600 pts   60 –  69 %

                                                F  =     599 –   0   pts   59 % and Below

 

COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE

Major Assignments

Due Date (Tentative)

Grading Criteria

Journal Reflections

10 required (Makeups given at end of semester for up to 2 missed entries)

 

Each week beginning 1-23-18

2 complete developed paragraphs (minimum of 5 sentences per paragraph) on assigned topic

Career/College Exploration Assignment

2-1-18

Completely answer questions on handout, must be typed

Cognition, Learning & Motivation Assignment

2-13-18

Rubric provided with assignment instructions

 

Journal Article Analysis

 

3-8-18

Rubric provided with assignment instructions – APA format required

Interview – Career Research

3-27-18

Rubric provided with assignment instructions

Research Paper

(chosen career)

4-19-18

Rubric provided with assignment instructions – APA format required

Successful Student Reflection

5-3-18

Rubric provided with assignment instructions

 

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)

An attendance sheet will be passed around at the beginning of each class period and it is your responsibility to initial this sheet.  Regular and punctual attendance is expected of all students in all classes for which they have registered.

Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is April 5.  If you wish to withdraw from this or any course, you must see the Admissions Office on any campus.

 

IMPORTANT POLICIES

  • Journal Reflection topics are released in CANVAS on Tuesdays by 8:00 am and are due the following Tuesday by 8:00 am.

 

  • LATE ASSIGNMENTS are not accepted after the posted due date.

 

  • Make-up exams are allowed in extreme cases ONLY and require special permission by the instructor. If possible, the student should discuss this with the instructor BEFORE the exam is given.

 

  • 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).

 

EXTRA CREDIT OPPORTUNITIES       

Each exam will have a minimum of three (3) extra credit questions at the end of the test. 

Several other opportunities for extra credit will be made available throughout the semester.

 

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

✓         Component Area Option

 

 

 

REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)

 

✓           Critical Thinking

✓           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)

         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://www.nctc.edu/catalog/all-catalogs/nctc-17-18-catalog.pdf

 

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:

  • Receiving a “0” on test or assignment
  • Referral to NCTC officials for more severe punishment as necessary

 

QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS

If you have a question about the course, an assignment, your grade, missing class, etc., please contact your instructor before or after class or by email:  Diana Salih – dsalih@nctc.edu.

 

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

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE___________________________________________________________

 

January 16

Syllabus/Introductions

January 18

Guest – Chapter 6

January 23

Chapter 6

January 25

Chapter 6

January 30

Chapter 1

February 1

Chapter 1

Career/College Exploration Assessment Due

February 6

Chapter 2

February 8

Chapter 2

February 13

Chapter 3

Cognition, Learning, Motivation Assignment DUE

February 15

Chapter 4

February 20

Discuss Journal Article/APA

February 22

Complete APA

Extra Credit /Review

February 27

TEST 1

March 1

Chapter 5

March 6

Chapter 5

March 8

Chapter 15

Journal Article Analysis Due

March 13

SPRING BREAK

March 15

SPRING BREAK

March 20

Chapter 7

March 22

Chapter 7

March 27

Chapter 7

Interview - Career Research Due

March 29

Chapter 8

April 3

Chapter 9

April 5

TEST 2

April 10

Chapter 10

April 12

Chapter 11

 

April 17

Chapter 12

April 19

Chapter 13

Research Paper (Career) Due

April 24

Chapter 13

April 26

Chapter 14

May 1

Mindset

May 3

Review

Successful Student Reflection Due

May 8-10

TEST 3 (5-8 or 5-10)