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HUN 1201 – Hybrid Course Fall 2015 Course Policies and Syllabus WELCOME TO HUMAN NUTRITION!

My name is Emily Moore and I will be your instructor for this course. I am a Registered and Licensed Dietitian/Nutritionist and I believe that proper nutrition is essential for good health. I hope that you find this course interesting and inspiring. I believe in the concept that food is medicine and with good food choices we can enjoy more energy and overall health and wellness. Course Number: HUN 1201 Instructor: Emily D. Moore, MS, RDN, LD/N Title: Assistant Professor - Nutrition Office: DeLand Building 4/214 Phone: 386-785-2004 FAX: 386-785-2233 Email: [email protected] Communication policies: The BEST way to reach me is through email. I check this frequently, while I am only in my DeLand office to receive phone calls or check voice mails during the hours listed below. Grades will only be discussed via Daytona State issued email addresses. Please do not request grade information from a personal email address. Office Hours: Day

Campus

Bldg/Rm

Hours

Monday

Deltona

230E ASC-104

8-9:30 am 12:30-1:30 pm

Tuesday

DeLand

4/214

8:00-9:30 am and 12:30-2:00 pm

Wednesday

Deltona

Thursday

DeLand

Revised 1/14/2015

class 4/214 ASC

8:00-9:30 am and 1-2:00 pm 11 am – 1 pm

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Course Description: This course is an introductory course which focuses on the basic scientific principles of nutrition. Practical applications for nutrition are also emphasized. The course presents information on how the body handles food; teaches reading food labels; analyzes personal eating habits; designs a personal wellness plan; distinguishes between fact and fiction; identifies relationships between nutrition and disease; and integrates nutritional thinking into daily life. _________________________________________ Minimum Technical Requirements: This is a hybrid class. Students will need weekly access to a computer with internet access. Students should be able to use basic computer programs including Word. Knowledge of using the dropbox, discussion boards and online tests will be important for success. All students will need access to McGraw Hill Connect program for course completion. _________________________________________ Student Learning Outcomes: This course also helps the general education skills of (1) critical/creative thinking; (2) communication; (3) cultural literacy; (4) information and technical literacy. The student will be able to: 1. Describe how food and nutrients affect the health of the human body throughout the lifecycle, and in relationship to fitness, weight control, and the prevention of diet related chronic disease. 1 2. Integrate nutritional thinking into daily life by analyzing and evaluating how personal food and lifestyle choices impact overall health, wellbeing, and the world in which we live. 1 3. Apply evidence based information to answer questions that explore assumptions, concepts, and recommendations within the field of nutrition. 1, 2, 4 4. Discuss cultural influences and perspectives on food, nutrition and health. 3 ______________________________________ Class Format: This is a hybrid course. This means that approximately 50% of the course requirements will be completed in a face-to-face environment and approximately 50% of the course requirements will be completed online. Students should expect to spend, on average, about 2-3 hours of work outside the classroom each week. (http://daytonastate.edu/falcononline) _________________________________________

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Required Textbook and Materials: 1) Textbook: Nutrition For Healthy Living by Wendy Schiff Published by McGraw Hill 4th Edition is needed 2) McGraw Hill Connect access Code You can purchase the book and the access code as a package from the bookstore. If you are looking for alternate routes, you MUST have the Connect access code. You will be unable to pass the class without Connect Access. Textbook and Materials Purchase Options: You have 2 options based on what you have already and what you need to purchase. Read through each of the 2 options listed below and decide which is best for you. 1.

2.

If you purchase your textbook at the DSC Bookstore, you will be buying the combo listed above. You will have all materials required for the class. Your book will be in a loose leaf format, but will cost significantly less than a bound book. If you are waiting on a book loan, paycheck, or other funds to buy your text, you can register for a free 2 week courtesy access. If you do this, you will have instant access to the ebook and Connect. You will NOT have access to the Nutricalc Plus software. You will be responsible for having access to all 3 required course materials as soon as your courtesy trial runs out. Not having a text book or not budgeting funds to purchase the text is not an excuse for late assignments. - To register for the free 14 DAY courtesy access click on the MH Campus Tab in the upper navigation bar. Then click on Connect button and follow the prompts to purchase the free trial. Remember after the free trial expires you will need to purchase the text and Connect. You cannot pass the class without them.

To access McGraw Hill, see the instructions on Falcon Online under Content called "Required Textbook and Materials." When you register in Connect, please use the same name as found in Falcon Online. Do not use nicknames or middle names unless those are listed in Falcon Online. Not doing so may cause a delay when transferring grades into Falcon Online. ________________________________________ Classroom Policies: Disclaimer: Teaching policies and regulations for this course are not open for discussion or negotiation. This syllabus has been constructed to be as complete as possible but is by no means a binding document. I reserve the right to alter policies, procedures, and the syllabus as needed. Please visit Falcon Online regularly as any changes to the syllabus will be posted there.

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Class Participation: There are 115 points dedicated to participation. Students are expected to participate in class. The face-to-face classes are designed to be activities to further enhance your understanding of the materials. Lack of participation including absence, sleeping, disengagement, etc. will result in 10 points being deducted from your participation grade. Lack of participation for two days will not affect your grade. In the case that there are greater than 2 days of lack of participation, a written excuse for absences in the case of illness, illness of a family member, military obligations, and conflicting school activities will be honored. Coming into class after roll call has ended will be counted as late and be given only half credit for participation for the day. If you do miss a class, you are still responsible for all information given in the class. Leaving before the class has ended will also result in half credit for the day. Participation is expected. Lack of participation, especially in group activities, will result in points being deducted for the day. Missing more than 5 face-to-face classes will result in an attendance grade of 0 for the course. __________________________________________ Classroom Policies Participation is essential! The face-to-face sessions include many group activities and discussions. Engaging in distracting behavior or failure to participate may result in an absence for the day. I reserve the right to ask you to discontinue distracting behavior or to leave the room. Distracting behavior includes, but is not limited to: -

Texting or checking your phone for texts, emails, etc. Using a computer unless it is part of the group activity Carrying on conversations when the instructor is addressing the class–you and your fellow students need to be able to hear important announcements! Sleeping Arriving late and/or leaving early

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Grades Breakdown for Tests and Assignments: TESTS AND ACTIVITIES Blue Zones

POINTS 50

13 LearnSmart chapters @ 15 points each chapter

195

4 Connect Activities assignments @ 75 points each assignment

300

My Healthy Meal Plan

100

Case Study Test

40

2 tests at 100 points each

200

Participation

115

Total Final Points

1000

Grading Scale for Final Grade Number of Points Earned

Grade

900 – 1000

A

870 – 899

B+

800 – 869

B

770 – 799

C+

700 – 769

C

670 – 699

D+

600 – 669

D

0 – 599

F

An incomplete grade will only be given if the following criteria are met: 1. A request in writing is submitted to the instructor prior to last three weeks of class. 2. All assignments, term paper, and tests were completed at that point in time. 3. The student has a grade C or higher at that point in time. __________________________________________

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Class Assignments Blue Zones and Vitality Compass Students will look at areas around the world that have very long lifespans. Then they will take a test and learn how they can expand their lifespan by making some lifestyle changes. This assignment is accepted late for one week only at a 10% deduction per day late.

Meal Plan This activity is designed to help students learn to create a healthy meal plan. Students will create an ideal day of meals and exercise that they could follow. The software in Connect will be required to complete this assignment. Directions for accessing this software will be included in the instructions for the assignment. This assignment is accepted late for one week only at a 10% deduction per day late.

Tests: There are two tests in the class, a midterm exam (covering chapters 1-7) and a final exam (covering chapters 8-13). Each test consists of 50 multiple choice questions worth 2 points each, for a total of 100 points. You will have a time limit to complete each test. Please keep in mind that once the test timer starts, it will not stop. Even if you close the website and leave, the timer is still running. Please plan so that you have 55 minutes of uninterrupted time to take the exam. The exams will close promptly at 11:59 pm of the last day of the exam. No makeup exams are given unless there is a medical or military situation that can be legally documented.

Extra Credit: Opportunities to earn extra credit may or may not be provided throughout the semester. __________________________________________

Late Work/Make-up Work and Tests Here is the late work policy for each of the types of assignments! Connect Activities and Animations: You can complete these assignments late, but there is a 10% deduction each day for up to one week late. No credit will be given after one week. LearnSmart Activities in Connect: These assignments are not accepted late, so it is important that you complete them on time. Dropbox Activities: This includes the Blue Zones assignment and the Healthy Meal Plan assignment. These are accepted up to one week late for a 10% deduction per day. The late submission window may be shortened at the end of the semester as needed.

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In-class Activities: These activities contribute to your participation grade. Tests: All exams and the Case Study must be taken in the time frame they are offered. No late submissions will be accepted. Extra Credit: If offered, no Extra Credit will be allowed to be completed late for credit under any circumstances. ________________________________________

Student Rights & Responsibilities: See the Student Handbook. Daytona State College is committed to providing you with quality instruction, guidance, and opportunities for academic and career success by fostering academic excellence in a supportive and personalized learning environment. Maintaining high standards of academic honesty and integrity in higher education is a shared responsibility and an excellent foundation for assisting you in making honorable and ethical contributions to the profession for which you are preparing. In order to preserve academic excellence and integrity, the College expects you to know, understand, and comply with the Academic Integrity Policy, which prohibits academic dishonesty in any form, including, but not limited to, cheating and plagiarism. Grades conferred by instructors are intended to be, and must be, accurate and true reflections of the coursework actually produced and submitted by you. All cases of suspected violations of the Student Code of Conduct, including academic dishonesty, are reported to the Judicial Affairs Office for resolution. Forms of Academic Dishonesty Cheating- Cheating can be defined as: receiving or giving unauthorized assistance on a test, quiz, exam, paper, or project or unauthorized use of materials to complete such; collaborating with another person(s) without authorization on a test, quiz, exam, paper, or project; taking a test, quiz, or exam for someone else or allowing someone else to do the same for you. Plagiarism -Plagiarism can be defined as: submitting work in which words, facts, or ideas from another source are used without acknowledging that the material is borrowed whether from a published or unpublished source. For specific information on how to document information from other sources, students should check with their instructors, academic departments, or a recognized writing manual, such as the MLA or APA. Self-plagiarism -Recently the idea that students can plagiarize themselves has surfaced. When students turn in the same assignment for two different classes, they are self-plagiarizing. This rule also applies to sections of an assignment. Not only does ‘repurposing’ assignments deny students the opportunity to learn, but also it is not fair according to the college’s standards. Because of this, self-plagiarizing is coined Page 7 of 10

‘double-dipping,’ which leads to devaluation of grades and therefore, a devaluation of the College. Daytona State College prohibits self-plagiarism. Online Academic Integrity Violations -These violations include, but are not limited to the following: sharing your Falcon Online password, working on an assignment with someone else when it is supposed to be done on your own, looking at someone else’s work while taking a test or exam, using a cell phone to share test or exam information, revising a paper that was found on the Internet, or submitting a paper purchased from a website. Fabrication -Fabrication can be defined as: listing sources in a bibliography that one did not actually use in a written assignment; presenting false, invented, or fictitious data/evidence in a written assignment. Other Academic Misconduct: Other Academic Misconduct might include, but is not limited to: 

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In a testing situation, conduct, such as, looking at a classmate's test, talking to a classmate, or leaving the classroom without the instructor's or proctor's permission. Obtaining help while taking online tests or quizzes in the form of another person consultation, Googling for answers, texting, or using other social media. Obtaining part or all of a test by theft/purchase, OR selling /giving part of all of a test to someone else. Soliciting someone to impersonate you online or in a classroom setting. Entering an office or building for the purpose of changing a grade on a test, assignment, or in a grade book or for the purpose of obtaining a test. Altering or attempting to alter academic records of the College which relate to grades; being an accessory to same.

Honor Pledge: I, as a member of the DSC community, pledge that I will neither give nor receive unauthorized aid in my work nor will I present another’s work as my own, nor will I tolerate anyone who does. For more information on academic integrity, view Honor Code. College Network Acceptable Use Policy: The purpose of this policy is to outline the acceptable use of the network and resources provided by Daytona State College and to establish a culture of openness, trust, and integrity. Please make yourself very aware of this policy by clicking these two links: 

Terms of Use

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Academic Support Services The Division of Library and Academic Support provides the following unlimited services to students via their tuition and fees at the time of registration. Academic Support Center: The Academic Support Center (ASC) assists students to achieve their potential by providing the resources they need to become successful, independent learners. ASC centers are available on all campuses providing academic support in the form of tutoring, learning sessions, instructor assistance, supplemental instruction and various workshops. For more information please go to http://www.daytonastate.edu/asc/ or email [email protected]. Writing Center: The Writing Center assists students, staff, and faculty to become better writers through face-to-face or virtual consultations (up to 50 minutes) and workshops. As the hub for writing at Daytona State, staff work with all writers at any stage of the writing process—so whether you’re brainstorming ideas for a psychology paper or need a new perspective in the revision of a letter, consider meeting with the staff at the Writing Center. Scheduling appointments are recommended; call (386.506.3297) or visit the website www.daytonastate.edu/cwc for more information. Library Services: Daytona State Library Services offers many types of resources to support research needs (or just your curiosity). These resources include everything from e- books to online databases containing countless number of full-text newspapers, magazines and scholarly journals. Many of the resources can be accessed from the web 24/7. A staff of very helpful librarians is available for guidance to the best resources for any type of project. E-mail the librarians, and/or call 386-506-3518, or check out the website for more information. Technical Support is available for Falcon mail, printing, web usage, Desire2Learn, and more. Students may call 386-506-4AID (4243) or e-mail [email protected]. Local access numbers for your area are: Daytona DeLand Deltona Flagler/Palm Coast New Smyrna

(386) 506-4243 (386) 785-2000 ext. 4243 (386) 789-7241 ext. 4243 (386) 246-4800 ext.4243 (386) 423-6300 ext. 4243

Please check the days and times to contact the Student Helpdesk. Times may vary during holidays and special circumstances. Personalized assistance via walk-in may be obtained at the new FalconAid Student Help Desk Kiosk located on the Daytona Campus in J. Griffin Greene, building 300, room 109. For days and times, check out the Kiosk. ________________________________________ Page 9 of 10

Withdrawal Process: Students can withdraw from this class prior to the date listed in the Academic Calendar. It is not necessary to have approval from the instructor to withdraw from the course, but you should discuss the situation with the instructor prior to any action. Many times issues and concerns can be resolved with communication. Please review Refund/Repayment Policy and also check with the Office of Financial Aid to determine how this withdrawal might affect your current and future aid eligibility. If the decision has been made to withdraw, you should         

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