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NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE
COURSE SYLLABUS
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Course Title:
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NCTC1001
First Year Experience
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Course Prefix & Number:
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NCTC1001
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Section Number:
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0311
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Semester/Year:
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Spring 2020
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Semester Credit Hours:
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0
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Lecture Hours:
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1
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Lab Hours:
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0
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Course Description (NCTC Catalog): The First Year Experience Course is a required non-credit, 4-week course designed to provide students with the tools needed to persist and succeed at North Central Texas College. Topics covered in the course include: NCTC technology, campus resources, college classroom expectations, study techniques, test-taking, financial literacy, and campus safety resources. First time college students (excluding dual credit) are required to pass NCTC 1001. The course does not satisfy requirements for any degree plan at NCTC, has no prerequisites, and is non-transferable.
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Course Prerequisite(s): None
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Required or Recommended Course Materials: Material provided.
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INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
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Name of Instructor:
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DANEE MITCHELL
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Campus/Office Location:
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ROOM 114 A (inside Room 109)
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Telephone Number:
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972-899-8417
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E-mail Address:
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damitchell@nctc.edu
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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 ONLY
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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
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*I am happy to meet with you! My schedule varies from day to day so to ensure that you can meet with me, please schedule an appointment in advance by using the following link: https://jkygig-free.10to8.com
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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Think, Know, Act, and Go.
Identify and demonstrate the following:
Time management strategies;
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Apply relevant academic policies, processes and procedures related to academic planning and career exploration, and
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Demonstrate how to effectively evaluate information sources and
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Utilize NCTC resources and information systems for academic inquiry.
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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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1
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Attendance/Class Participation (25)
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(100 pts)
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2
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Homework Assignments/Class Activities (50 points each)
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(400 pts)
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3
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4 Weekly Reflections (100 points each)
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(400 pts)
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4
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Skills 2 Succeed Project
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(100 pts)
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A = 1000-900 pts, B = 899-800 pts, C = 799-700 pts, D = 699-600 pts, F = below 600 pts
Regular attendance and active, prepared participation of all students is essential. There are no excused absences. Students who miss more than 20% of the course (equivalent to two classes in a 4-week course) may receive an F. If you find yourself in this situation, please communicate with the instructor, however it is your responsibility to drop yourself. Students are required to complete/pass NCTC1001 within earning 15 credit hours, those who drop must re-enroll in the next long semester (fall/spring) or a registration hold will be placed on your account.
Documents of accidents, court appearances, and other emergency type situations must be presented to the instructor for consideration. Appointments and making up tests in another class are not viable excuses.
*Per NCTC policy, ALL INSTRUCTORS are required to take attendance every class meeting for reporting purposes. [Rev. 5-2014]
Last day to withdraw from a first 8-week course with a “W” is February 21, 2020.
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 Sandmann (940) 668-3300. 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
ü Institutional Requirement
REQUIRED CORE OBJECTIVES (For classes in the Core)
ü Critical Thinking
ü Communication
o Empirical and Quantitative
o Teamwork
o Personal Responsibility
ü Social Responsibility
ü Academic General Education Course (from ACGM but not in NCTC Core)
o 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/north-central-texas-college-student-handbook/nctc-student-handbook.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)]”.
QUESTIONS, CONCERNS, or COMPLAINTS
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Name of Chairs/Coordinators:
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Amy Klohn
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Office Location:
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Corinth Campus room 108B
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Telephone Number:
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940-498-6416
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E-mail Address:
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aklohn@nctc.edu
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Name of Instructional Dean:
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Mary Martinson
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Office Location:
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Gainesville Campus
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Telephone Number:
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940-668-4209 ext. 4377
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E-mail Address:
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mmartinson@nctc.edu
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Student Success Center
The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The center links students to FREE tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, and free online tutoring. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing free interactive online workshops. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.
Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, and a Math Lab to assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/student-success/tutoring/index.html
First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized services.
http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/trio-student-support-services.html
Completion Center
The NCTC Completion Center is a comprehensive student engagement program that increases retention and completion rates of first-time, low income students. Services include:
Success coaching to address students’ academic and non-academic challenges and issues; Success Seminars, and a centralized career readiness and job placement program.
http://www.nctc.edu/student-services/completion-center/index.html
Career Services Center
The NCTC Career Services Center is the place you can go for educational and career planning. Services include: Career/Degree Exploration, Job Search Tools and Resources, Resume and Professional Portfolio Development, Interview Skills and Preparation. Our Career Advisors partner with you in making your educational journey an efficient process towards a rewarding career. http://www.nctc.edu/career-services/index.html
Counseling and Advising
Support Services, Counseling and Advising staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration) and much more. http://www.nctc.edu/counseling-advising/index.html
Testing Service Center
The mission of NCTC Testing Services is to provide high-quality testing services that adhere to the professional standards and guidelines to meet the needs of students, faculty, and community members. http://www.nctc.edu/testing-center/index.html
Early Alert and CARES
The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Retention Team advisor, success coach or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.
The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu. As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.
Financial Aid
Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information. http://www.nctc.edu/financial-aid/index.html
Library Services
NCTC Libraries provide over 45,000 items across five campuses to serve the research needs of students, faculty, and staff. Many of these materials, including media items, may be checked out for a period of time for use outside the library.
Students may have up to a total of 10 items checked out on their record, including only one media item. http://www.nctc.edu/library/index.html
Tobacco-Free Campus
NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless tobacco on campus property.
NCTC 1001.0311- Spring 2020 Calendar
TENTATIVE SCHEDULE
(Schedule is subject to change.)
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Date
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Class Content
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Assignment/Due Date
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Week 1
Jan. 21st – 26th
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Syllabus & NCTC Portals
Campus Resources
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Lion Pride Email Due
1/26/2020 @ 11:59pm
Campus Resource Flyer Due
2/2/2020 @ 11:59pm
Week #1 Reflection Due
1/26/2020 @ 11:59pm
Syllabus Quiz –
1/26/2020 @ 11:59pm
Attendance Discussion Post – 1/26/2020 @ 11:59pm
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Week 2
Jan. 27th – Feb. 2nd
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Time Management and College Classroom Expectations
Career Exploration/Services
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Week #2 Reflection Due
2/2/2020 @ 11:59pm
Time Management Worksheet Due
2/2/2020 @ 11:59pm
Start Skills 2 Succeed Project Due 2/16/2020@11:59pm
Attendance Discussion Post – 2/2/2020 @11:59pm
*EXTRA CREDIT – NCTC App 2/2/2020
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Week 3
Feb. 3rd - Feb. 9th
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Financial Literacy, Financial Aid & Scholarships
Campus Safety
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Financial Literacy Quiz Due
2/9/2020 @11:59pm
Scholarship Application Activity Due
2/9/2020 @11:59pm
Campus Safety Quiz Due
2/9/2020 @ 11:59pm
Week #3 Reflection Due
2/9/2020 @ 11:59pm
Attendance Discussion Post – 2/9/2020 @11:59pm
*EXTRA CREDIT – Student Lingo 2/9/2020
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Week 4
Feb. 10th – Feb. 16th
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Course Planning
Emotional Intelligence &
Class Wrap-Up
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Course Planning Assignment Due
2/16/2020 @11:59pm
Week #4 Reflection Due
2/16/2020 @11:59pm
Skills @ Succeed Project Due
2/16/2020 @11:59pm
Attendance Discussion Post – 2/16/2020 @ 11:59pm
*EXTRA CREDIT – Success Coaching Meeting (2/13/2020) OR Student Leadership Conference (2/14/2020)
(Coaching meetings are by appointment only!)
(RSVP to Student Leadership Conference)
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Last day to withdraw from a course with a “W” is February 21, 2020.