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Succeeding in College CSS 106 Section ____

Instructor: _________________________

Contact Information: _____________________

This is a one (1) credit hour course. Pre-requisites: None

Required Course Materials: Required Text: College Success Note: The text (e-Text) is embedded within the course website.

Technology Requirements: You will need a reliable internet connection and access to a computer on a regular basis.

Course Description This course will provide the newly enrolled college student with information needed to make a smooth transition into the college experience. Students will gain an understanding of college policies and an awareness of services available to them including personal academic counseling and career planning. Students will also learn the skills and be knowledgeable about the resources necessary for success in college. This course is required of all first-time Eastern Gateway Community College students.

Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will: ● Discuss the basic components and learning strategies for completing a college-level course. ● Identify methods for effective notetaking and exam preparation. ● Discover resources that will enhance the learning experience in areas such as tutoring, testing, alternative learning, required lab components, activities, and tutoring. ● Plan and outline an academic two-year plan. ● Describe the academic procedures and policies surrounding academic integrity. ● Demonstrate how to use a library’s resources. ● Discuss the processes and procedures for transferability of classes to a 4-year university. ● Discover career options that are most suitable to a student’s personality, skills, and interests.

Course Requirements: To achieve these outcomes, students will engage in the following activities:

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Read assigned chapters from the textbook as well as additional assigned readings Watch assigned videos Complete all assignments by scheduled deadlines (see course calendar) Communicate any issues/difficulties understanding course material with the instructor Participate in any assigned activity/event Check EGCC student email daily Check messages, course announcements, and forums in LoudCloud daily

Communication: EGCC Student Email All college business, including communication with your instructor, is done using your EGCC student email. Please check this daily for important information. If you encounter a problem with an assignment, or anything college related, email your instructor from this email account. Use your name as the subject line followed by CSS 106. It is important that you check your EGCC student email, Class Announcements, Class Forum, and the Class Wall daily in addition to completing the assignments in an online class. Get your email on your Smartphone If you do not have your smartphone set up to receive emails from EGCC, I strongly recommend you do that now. You can find directions to do this by going to Egcc.edu, click on Gateway, then scroll way down until you see Email Instructions. Choose the appropriate link for your device and follow the directions. If you have any problems, ask for help on the Class Wall or Forum. (see below) To set up your email on your phone: Go to EGCC.edu Click on Gateway Scroll down and look in the center where it says “Email Instructions” Click on the green box that goes with your device

Assignments: There will be three categories of assignments in this class: discussion questions, written assignments (with at least two requiring basic research), and quizzes. Late work will not be accepted without permission from the instructor. If you have a valid reason for not turning in an assignment by the deadline, you must email your instructor within two (2) days to discuss your options. You should always read over what you have written and check for spelling and grammar errors. Do not write in an educational or professional setting like you would over text!

Discussion Questions: For each discussion question assignment this semester, you will write an original post answering the question(s) and then respond to two (2) classmates. After you make your original post you will be able to see the posts your classmates have made. Read them carefully as there is a great deal to learn from these

discussions. Think of it as a discussion we would have in a classroom where everyone could participate and share their experiences, knowledge, and research on the topic. Criteria to receive full credit: ● Write an original post answering the question(s) ● Choose two (2) posts that you find helpful and reply to them. In your reply, address the person you are replying to by name and describe the point so that the whole class can follow along. State why their post is interesting, helpful, relatable, etc. Example: John, you make an interesting point about technology classes expiring after a couple of years. There is no length requirement, but your original post must answer the question(s) in depth. Your responses to classmates must be substantive and show evidence of reflection and thought. Your feedback should add new information, or in some way enhance the learning of others in the course. What is a substantive post or response? Substantive posts and responses should not be mere opinion, but must be based upon: ● ● ● ●

Course content Assigned reading, activities, and videos Related outside resources Personal experience relevant to the week’s topics

How to Post a Discussion

Written Assignments: Written assignments should have a complete heading even though you are submitting them online. Criteria for written assignments: ● Put your full name, course name, and date in the upper left-hand corner of the page ● Put a subject in the center of the page. The subject should be the name of the assignment ● Start your writing at the left margin (do not center your entire paper) ● Use Calibri, Arial, or Times New Roman 12-point font ● Use double spacing ● Use correct spelling and grammar ● Use proper citations to give credit to other resources and ideas that are not your own

How to Submit an Assignment

Quizzes: There will be a module quiz at the end of each unit. It is important that you take notes while you complete the readings and watch the videos so you can do well on your quizzes. In addition to the module quizzes, there may be short quizzes over certain topics to insure your understanding.

Attendance: How is Attendance Defined in an Online Course? That is a great question! Attendance Policies for Online Courses: The US Department of Education defines program integrity rules that involve tracking a student's attendance and participation in online classes. Eastern Gateway requires students to participate in all instructional activities as defined by the instructor of the course. Since these courses are fully online, participation is defined differently than in face-to-face classes. It is the student's responsibility to read the course syllabus, course messages, and course announcements and to be aware of the requirements for each class. What Does Never Attended Mean? Students who do not log in and complete a gradable assignment or contact their instructor to let them know why they cannot complete it by the deadline of the first week of class can be dropped as “Never Attended”. They will no longer be enrolled in the course and will not receive any type of grade. Weekly Participation: Weekly participation is mandatory in all online courses. Students who do not maintain active participation, as defined by the instructor of the course, will be withdrawn from the course and will receive a grade of “W” if it is before the Last Day to Withdraw for the semester (see course calendar for important dates). Students who stop participating in the class after the Last Day to Withdraw will receive a grade of “F”. When a student is withdrawn from a course or receives an “F”, the instructor will note the student’s last date of attendance. This is not the last time the student logged into the class; It is the last date the student submitted a gradable assignment. A student can also initiate a withdraw from a class by contacting an enrollment specialist. There are times that a student decides that they cannot finish a class for one reason or another. I strongly recommend you speak to your instructor if you are withdrawing because you think you missed an assignment or have fallen too far behind. Also, confirm your grade in the class before withdrawing. There are times that you may think your grade is lower than it is. For example, maybe not all assignments have been graded and posted. There is an official “Last Day to Withdraw” date each semester. It can be found on the college website under academic calendar. Keep this date in mind as you make decisions. Please Note: Withdrawing from or failing a class can affect your financial aid and scholarships. Participation in this course is defined as weekly submissions of gradable assignments. Gradable assignments are listed in your Course Calendar (last page of this document). There will be required readings in the e-text and videos to watch and activities to complete, but these do not count as a gradable assignment. Therefore, only logging into the class and completing these tasks DOES NOT count as attendance for the week. I will check your participation and activity for the previous week every Monday. If you did not complete a gradable assignment the previous week, you will be counted inactive in the class and as not participating. You will be allowed two (2) weeks (cannot be consecutive) of not turning in a gradable assignment before you are withdrawn from the class. Not turning in a gradable assignment for two consecutive weeks may result in an immediate withdrawal from the class. The following DO NOT count as being active or participating:

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Logging into the course but not completing any gradable assignments Emailing your instructor or other students Posting a question or comment to the class wall Reading the e-text and watching the videos

In summary, to be counted as active and participating in the class, you must complete at least one gradable assignment every week by the deadline on Sunday night.

Netiquette: Netiquette is a set of rules for behaving properly online. Something about cyberspace makes it easy for people to forget that they are interacting with other real people. The following bullet points cover some basics to communicating online: ● Be sensitive to the fact that there will be cultural and linguistic backgrounds, as well as different ●

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political and religious beliefs, plus just differences in general. Use good taste when composing your responses in Discussion Forums. Swearing and profanity is also part of being sensitive to your classmates and should be avoided. Also consider that slang can be misunderstood or misinterpreted. Don’t use all capital letters when composing your responses as this is considered “shouting” on the Internet and is regarded as impolite or aggressive. It can also be stressful on the eye when trying to read your message. Be respectful of your others’ views and opinions. Avoid “flaming” (publicly attacking or insulting) them as this can cause hurt feelings and decrease the chances of getting all different types of points of view. Be careful when using acronyms. If you use an acronym it is best to spell out its meaning first, then put the acronym in parentheses afterward, for example: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs). After that you can use the acronym freely throughout your message. Use good grammar and spelling and avoid using text messaging shortcuts.

Source: University of Hawaii at Hilo If you are not following proper netiquette, I will contact you and discuss it. If the behavior continues you can be withdrawn from the course.

Academic and Student Integrity: Student integrity and scholastic honesty are an integral part of the College’s scholastic standard, academic quality, and a foundation for our society. The College will not tolerate the breach of this integrity through cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of academic dishonesty. Faculty and staff will take precautions to prevent academic dishonesty, but it is also the student’s joint responsibility to report known infractions to any College employee. Infractions impact the final grade/GPA of all students as well as the reputation of the College and the value of the degree earned. Confirmed violations may result in a failing grade on an assignment(s) or in the course(s). Repeated incidents of scholastic dishonesty or a flagrant single offense may warrant action beyond a failing grade in the course.

Offenses which may warrant additional disciplinary action including disciplinary probation, professional probation, suspension, or expulsion, include the following: 1. Cheating, plagiarism, or other forms of scholastic dishonesty, including the use, without permission, of tests or other academic material belonging to a member of the college faculty or staff. 2. Furnishing false information to the College with intent to deceive. 3. Forgery, alteration or misuse of College documents, records, or identification cards. 4. Misuse of computer privileges, including unauthorized use of software, an account number. The student may appeal any actions affecting enrollment or grade using the Student Complaints/Appeals Process described in this catalog. Students should read the Academic Honesty and Student Integrity Policy posted on the College’s web site at www.egcc.edu.

Grading: Assessment Types: Critical thinking exercises, Short writing responses, Discussion Questions, Quizzes Your final grade will be calculated based on a point system Total Available Points = 300 Points (a detailed breakdown will be provided) A: 270 – 300 points C: 210 – 239 points

B: 240 – 269 points D: 180 – 209 points

F: < 180 points

Course Schedule: This may be modified as we move through, but you will always be informed in advance. I highly recommend your print the schedule to keep track of important due dates. Important Dates: Part of being successful in college is to be aware of many important dates and processes. In addition to the course calendar that shows when assignments are due, students should review the college academic calendar and note the deadlines for dropping or withdrawing from classes

Dropping a Class: This is a time period when a student can drop a class with no record or grade. Students may drop courses from their schedules during the first two weeks of a regular semester (16-week) or the first eight days of an 8-week session. (See Table Below)

Withdrawing from a Class: Students will receive a grade for each class on their schedules after the second week of a regular semester (16-week) or after the 8th day of an 8-week term. Students may withdraw from a course through the 10th week of the regular semester (16-week) or the equivalent of an 8-week term (approximately week 5). A student who wishes to withdraw from a class must request a withdrawal from the

Enrollment Services staff. The grade of “W” is recorded as zero hours earned and zero quality points. Withdrawals from a course(s) may affect receipt of student financial aid. Please note: Dropping or Withdrawing from classes can affect financial aid. Please read the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) policy in the college catalog.

TUTORING: The Steubenville and Youngstown Campuses offer a variety of services to Eastern Gateway students who may be experiencing difficulties. The Student Success Centers offer the following services: Writing Center – The Writing Center puts students together with tutors for help with writing papers, proofreading, research, documentation, and basic word processing. This is a walk-in service; appointments are not required. Students may bring their works-in-progress to the Writing Center for help during posted hours. Math Center – The Math Center offers help with any math course offered at Eastern Gateway. Math tutors are available during the posted hours on a drop-in basis. * Computer access and other subject assistance is available at both Student Success Center locations. Those wishing to meet with a tutor or to become a tutor should contact the Director of Student Support Services, Dawn Gombar, at (740) 266-9771 or [email protected]. Online Tutoring – Online tutoring is available through Brainfuse. This service provides online tutoring access to any Eastern Gateway student both on and off campus. There are several components featured through this service including live help in a variety of courses, 24-hour access to submit a writing assignment to the Writing Lab, academic tools to build skills and support learning, along with collaborative tools to connect students-tostudents or instructors-to-students. To access Brainfuse – Go to the Brainfuse Log-in page. Login information and instructions can be found in LoudCloud in the Path under “Tutoring and Disability Services” or in emails sent from the Director.

ONLINE TUTORING: Tutoring available for all courses! How to access Brainfuse: Go to the Brainfuse Log-in page Login Information: Username: first initial and last name (first two letters capitalized) followed by the last 2 or 4 digits of your student ID. Use everything before the @ symbol in your student email address. See examples below. Password: first initial and last name (first two letters capitalized) followed by the last four digits of your social security number Example 1:

Example 2:

Student: John Doe

Student: Sue Gator

Student Email Address: [email protected]

Student Email Address: [email protected]

Student ID: 000-01-9876

Student ID: 000-01-2462

Student SSN: 123-34-1234

Student SSN: 123-34-5678

Brainfuse Login: Example 1 – John Doe ● Username: JDoe76 (everything before the @ symbol in the student email address) ● Password: JDoe1234 (last 4 of social security number) Example 2 – Sue Gator ● Username: SGator2462 (everything before the @ symbol in the student email address) ● Password: SGator5678 (last 4 of social security number)

Need Technical Support? Send an email to [email protected], or call toll-free at (866) 272-4638, Ext. 510 Tech support is available Monday-Friday from 9:00am-5:00pm Eastern Time

DISABILITIES SERVICES: Eastern Gateway Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations may include modification of time allowances for testing and required projects, note-takers, interpreters, approved assistance equipment, and/or access to lecture notes and materials such as overhead slides. Effective and reasonable accommodation in the classroom does not include fundamental alteration of the curriculum, classroom standards, or length of class time. Accommodations will be made on a case-by-case basis by the College. Students are responsible for notifying the College regarding any disabilities for which they may need special services. The student should make arrangements to meet with the Director of Student Support Services. The Director will assist students in resolving immediate issues, provide assistance with academic concerns, and attempt to answer student questions. Pertinent documentation from a medical professional, psychiatrist, or psychologist must be submitted to the Director and kept on file. Students who are interested should contact [email protected]. Eastern Gateway Community College is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students with disabilities. Students are responsible for notifying the Director of Student Support Services, Dawn Gombar, regarding any disabilities for which they may need spec...