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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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Learning Framework
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Course Prefix & Number:
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EDUC 1300
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Section Number:
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840
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Semester/Year:
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2018-19 FA
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Semester Credit Hours:
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3
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Lecture Hours:
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48
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Lab Hours:
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0
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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.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required or Recommended Course Materials:
Cornerstones for College Success 7th Edition by Robert M. Sherfield, and Patricia G. Moody.
Access to Remind.com for course reminders and assistance
Access to Google for Google applications we will be working with
Access to a working computer and web browser that can run CANVAS. You should have access to software/applications that will allow you to word process (Word, Google Docs), upload video (Youtube), and create presentations (Powerpoint, Google Slides). In addition there will be other apps that are introduced that you will need to use in this course. Suggested apps will be free to use and available when possible for phone or computer.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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Mr. Kevin B. Moffitt
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Campus/Office Location:
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I have no office location since I am an adjunct professor. Meetings are by appointment only. Feel free to e-mail me and we will set up a time and a place on the Corinth campus that is convenient to meet.
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Telephone Number:
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No telephone since an adjunct professor so please contact me through Canvas or the Remind Application.
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E-mail Address:
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Kmoffitt@nctc.edu (Best means of communication)
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OFFICE HOURS
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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By Appointment
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By Appointment
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By Appointment
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By Appointment
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By Appointment
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PPHS
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PPHS
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PPHS
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PPHS
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PPHS
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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES (From Academic Course Guide Manual/Workforce Education Course Manual/NCTC Catalog
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At the successful completion of this course the student will be able to:
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Strengthen academic performance by identifying key components of the successful student.
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Develop self-awareness and career goals within an academic atmosphere.
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Evaluate the quality and conclusions of the research to which they are exposed, which can simultaneously influence human thought, emotion and behavior.
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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.
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Describe the research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation.
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Compose writing assignment(s) using Standard American English and basic computer skills.
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GRADING CRITERIA
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# of Graded Course Elements
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Graded Course Elements
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Percentage or Point Values
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Many per week
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Small Assignments and Discussion Group Posts
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15% (2 letter grades)
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10-12
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Chapter Quizzes
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10% (1 letter grade)
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15
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Attendance Checks
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5% (1/2 a letter grade)
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1
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Mid-Term Examination
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15% (2 letter grades)
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6
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Research and Writing Assignments
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30% (3 letter grades)
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1
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Final Examination
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15% (2 letter grades)
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1
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Group Presentation
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10% (1 letter grade)
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COURSE SUBJECT OUTLINE (Major Assignments, Due Dates, and Grading Criteria)
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Week 1
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August 27-28
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Add/Drop for current students only August 27-28
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Add/Drop for current students only August 27-28
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Week 1
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August 27-September 3, 2018
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Introduction and Getting Started
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Small Assignments
Quiz
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Week 2
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September 3-September 10, 2018
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Chapter One: Change
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Small Assignments
Quiz
Writing Assignment- Self-Career Assessment
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Week 3
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September 10-September 17, 2018
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Chapter Two: Engage
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Small Assignments
Quiz
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Week 4
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September 17-September 24, 2018
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Chapter Seven: Learn
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Small Assignments
Quiz
Writing Assignment : Your Personal Learning Information and Career Choice
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Week 5
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September 24-October 1, 2018
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Chapter Four: Connect
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Small Assignments
Quiz
Writing Assignment : Journal Article Review
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Week 6
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October 1-October 8, 2018
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MID-TERM EXAMINATION on Computer
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Mid-term must be completed electronically by Monday, October 8th at 12:00 midnight
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Week 7
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October 8-October 15, 2018
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Chapter Six: Prioritize
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Small Assignments
Quiz
Writing Assignment: Student Reflection Cognition, Motivation, and Time Management
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Week 8
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October 15-October 22, 2018
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Chapter Three: Persist
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Small Assignments
Quiz
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Week 9
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October 22-October 29, 2018
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Chapter Five: Think, Part 1
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Small Assignments
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Week 10
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October 29-November 5, 2018
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Chapter Five: Think Part 2
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Small Assignments
Quiz
Writing Assignment: Cognition, Learning, and Motivation Presentation
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Week 11
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November 8, 2018
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Last day to drop the class with a “W”
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Last day to drop the class with a “W”
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Week 11
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November 5-November 12, 2018
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Research Paper Lab and Paper Writing
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Research Paper is Due on Monday, November 12, by midnight
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Week 12
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November 12-November 19, 2018
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Chapter Ten: Study
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Small Assignments
Quiz
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Week 13
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November 19—26, 2018
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Thanksgiving Time, Regroup and plan for the rest of the semester
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Week 14
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November 26--December 3, 2018
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Chapter Thirteen: Communicate
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Small Assignments
Quiz
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Week 15
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December 3-December 10, 2018
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Prepare for Small Group presentation on Group presentations
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Complete Final: Final Must be Completed electronically by Monday, December 10th before class
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Week 16
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December 10 and 11th
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Group Presentations
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Student must be in class to present and to watch other presentations to get credit.
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Week 16
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December 16
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All grades completed on Canvas
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Student should be aware of final grade as on Canvas
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College Specific: 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)
Course Specific: As on hybrid course, each module is set to be available for a week. Attendance comes from attending classes as they meet on Mondays and Wednesdays and also from doing online assignments in the Canvas LMS. The other days, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday are not free days or study halls but set times for working on our class. Attendance will be strictly taken. If you miss more than 5 classes, you can be dropped from the class for non-attendance. If you fail to complete the weeks online activities that also counts as an absence as some of our course is delivered online. If you miss more than 6 classes, or significant portions of six classes (30 minutes or more of a class), you will be dropped from the class for non-attendance if it is before the withdrawal date with a “W.”. This date is November 8, 2018. If you have not accrued enough absences before the withdrawal date to be dropped but you continue to miss classes after the withdrawal date to accrue more than six absences, you will lose a letter grade for every two classes you missed during the semester. For example, you have missed eight classes during the semester; the highest you can make is a “F.” As a rule, modules will open on Mondays at 8:30 and be open through the following Monday at 8:30. Classes will meet on Monday and Wednesday and you will have time during the week to complete the module. Note that the TENTATIVE SCHEDULE above shows each week from Monday until Sunday. The module opens during the week on Monday and closes before the next class on the next Monday. If you plan to have it done at the end of the traditional week and then finish on Saturday, you will always be finished before it closes. IT IS NOT PRUDENT TO WAIT UNTIL MONDAY THAT IT IS DUE TO START THE WORK.
Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is NOVEMBER 8.
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
o Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
✓ Academic NCTC Core Curriculum Course
o WECM Course
Students are expected to follow all rules and regulations found in the student handbook and published online. http://www.nctc.edu/catalog/index.html
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:
- Being dropped from the class with a “W.”
- Being removed from the class and receiving an “F.”
- Having to complete an alternate assignment/s
- Losing a letter grade/s
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Sara Flusche, Dean of Instruction
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus, 1300 Building, Room 1306
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-3351
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E-mail Address:
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sflusche@nctc.edu
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