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ILS100: Interactive Learning Series SEMESTER: INSTRUCTOR: EMAIL: OFFICE HOURS:

Winter 2020 Dr. Marilyn Simon [email protected] Mondays 12:00-1:00, office TBA

OBJECTIVES/COURSE OVERVIEW

The Interactive Learning Series course is designed to help students from a variety of educational backgrounds to acclimatize to the Canadian learning environment. Students are introduced to a broad range of skills and then given the opportunity to practice these so that they are able to both extract essential information and actively participate and communicate appropriately and effectively in their University courses. Some of the skills you will be introduced to include time management, effective reading and listening skills, note-taking, research, exam preparation, and effective communication when writing research papers and giving presentations. Aspects of the course also emphasize non-academic issues to assist students’ transition to ICM and the University of Manitoba including recognizing the importance of a healthy academic lifestyle and become aware of a variety of strategies and resources to facilitate such.

PREREQUISITES NONE OBJECTIVES/COURSE OVERVIEW CLASS ORGANIZATION The course consists of one 2-hour class each week. The lessons are interactive to enable maximum learning. You are encouraged to participate through asking questions, making comments and doing relevant exercises. You will be involved in both individual and group work. Out-of-class activities are a necessary component of the course. Attendance and participation is mandatory. REQUIRED TEXT There is no required primary text or texts that you must purchase for this course. However, a number of free resources are recommended below and students will be expected to spend some time utilizing these throughout the course. Materials will be provided for you on the Portal. It is your responsibility to print necessary material before class. Recommended Texts and Media: Students should own or have access to a paper copy of a good English language dictionary, preferably the Oxford English Dictionary. This dictionary is also available through the library website when students are on campus. Homework will occasionally require referencing the dictionary and students should ensure they are able to do so from home and campus.

The Interactive Learning Series course is designed to help students from a variety of educational backgrounds to acclimatize to the Canadian learning environment. Students are introduced to a broad range of skills and then given the opportunity to practice these so that they are able to both extract essential information and actively participate and communicate appropriately and effectively in their University courses. Some of the skills you will be introduced to include time management, effective reading and listening skills, notetaking, research, exam preparation, and effective communication when writing research papers and giving presentations. Aspects of the course also emphasize non-academic issues to assist students’ transition to ICM and the University of Manitoba. This course is a prerequisite for ARTS1110, ENGL1310, PHIL1290. Students who complete AES100 or UTP Stage I ESR100 and ESW100 are not required to take this course. All other students must complete ILS. Note: There is no charge for this course when first taking it, but if you are unsuccessful the first time you MUST take it again and pay for the second enrolment.

AIMS Interactive Learning Series (ILS) provides students with the opportunity to develop skills and identify supports in five (5) main areas: 1. Learning skills and awareness relevant to the University. This includes: individual learning approaches and strategies, analytical and critical thinking, the relationship between culture and educational style, and learning and working within groups. 2. Recognize the importance of a healthy academic experience. This includes recognizing the benefits of healthy behaviour, respectful relationships and where to find the different agencies that provide assistance on campus and in the Winnipeg community 3. Skills required to extend a students' learning beyond lessons and textbooks. Students will learn techniques for using the library and finding relevant academic resources, recognizing different texts, understanding the production of research as a basis for the critical reading of research articles, reading the literature analytically and critically, and applying the knowledge in academic contexts (problem-solving, analytical, argumentation, and communication skills which will provide students with the tools to communicate with others within the academic community). 4. Skills students require to display information in the most effective manner. Building upon the skills learned in the previous area, students will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding through the use of oral presentations (in which students will question, respond to, and give oral presentations), essays, reports, and examinations. Students will also learn the conventions of citing and referencing information, paragraphing, answering questions, developing an argument, and using the literature to support an argument. 5. Comfortable transition to new environment. The final area focuses on helping students develop social skills and confidence, thereby comfortably transition to their new surroundings. Potential term activities may include a U of M campus tour, a selfguided tour of a Winnipeg museum or gallery, and working with other students on group projects. Through these initiatives, students will better be able to identify

supports to aid them in their transition to studying on-campus at a Canadian university. LEARNING OUTCOMES Upon the successful completion of the course you will be able to: 

Recognize the importance of a healthy academic experience & the various resources available on campus and in the Winnipeg community to find assistance with specific challenges .

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Demonstrate understanding of academic integrity and other concepts important in the tradition of western learning

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Use deep learning skills and be able to recognize the difference between acquiring trivial knowledge and acquiring an intellectual skillset

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Employ the technical skills required in academic writing and exhibit best practices in situations requiring public speaking or group discussion

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Recognize the significance of different formats for the presentation of ideas or information and acquire skills in using them (essay; report; oral presentation)

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Adapt a range of techniques to enhance group work experience and outcomes

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Engage in problem recognition and problem solving

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Develop the ability to assess their own work and that of others

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Aware of a variety of analytical and interrogative approaches

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Enhance confidence as scholars by becoming valuable members of work groups and active members of the class

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Manifest active listening skills through lectures and discussion participation

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Recognize study skills to prepare for Quizzes and Exams

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Become familiar with the University of Manitoba campus, including services provided on-site

COURSE ASSESSMENT You are required to pass the course prior to transfer to the University. A minimum 60% (P grade) is required to pass. In addition to academic requirements, a minimum of 80% attendance must be maintained, i.e., more than two (unexplained) absences will result in an automatic fail (F). Evaluation components and their weights are as follows: Class Presentation Plagiarism Tutorial Library Tutorial Bibliography Final Exam Total

5% 15% 20% 25% 35% 100%

CLASS ASSIGNMENTS A variety of assignments will be given throughout the course where you will be assessed on your writing skills, summarizing and paraphrasing skills, reading skills, note-taking skills and study skills. These assignments will be done and collected in class.

PROFESSIONALISM, ATTENDANCE, AND PARTICIPATION This mark will reflect how well prepared you are for each class as well as how much you actively participate in all the activities. This means you will have read any and all prereading tasks given, reread notes from previous classes and actively contributed to tasks and class discussions. You are required to print off all notes, pre-reading tasks and any other required material from the student portal prior to class. Any materials provided on the portal will not be distributed in class by the instructor. FINAL EXAM The final exam tests your ability to select and read relevant sources analytically and critically; avoid plagiarism; paraphrase and quote skillfully; use citations; write coherent paragraphs; link paragraphs in a logical order; write introductions and conclusions; create an argument in an essay format; use knowledge from academic sources

GRADE DISTRIBUTION Description Pass Fail

Letter Grade P F

Percentage Mark 60-100 0-59

COMMUNICATION It is strongly recommended students take advantage of the instructor’s office hours for any added clarification or help that is needed. If a student wishes to contact the instructor outside these times then please email the instructor. MAKE-UP EXAMS ICM does not offer any make-up opportunities for missed final exams. Please be sure to check your exam schedule very carefully. If you have documented reasons for exam accommodations, please see an advisor immediately. Students will not have the opportunity to write missed exams without documentation. In the event of a documented absence the instructor must be notified within 48 hours of the exam. The failure to do so will mean the student cannot write the exam, even with the documented proof for the absence. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY Academic Integrity refers the values on which good academic work must be founded: honesty, trust, fairness, respect and responsibility. Academic integrity includes a commitment not to engage in or tolerate acts of falsification, misrepresentation or deception. Such acts of dishonesty violate the fundamental ethical principles of the College community and compromise the worth of work completed by others. Students found to have breached the regulations related to any form of academic misconduct including but not limited to plagiarism and cheating will be subject to the following measures: • • •

First Offence: Awarded “0” for the assessment and given a permanent record on their file Second Offence: Awarded “0” for the course, regardless whether the offence was committed in the same course or another course Third Offence: Risk expulsion from ICM and the cancellation of Study Permit

It is solely the student’s responsibility to be aware of Academic Integrity Policy and consequences of violating it. The policy is available in the Student Academic Handbook, accessible on Student Portal. HOW CAN YOU DO WELL IN THIS COURSE? 1. Come to class. Coming to class is essential. This is a skills course where students build on concepts that are interconnected. The majority of failures in this course is directly linked to absenteeism. 2. Arrive on time. Being punctual means you are able to follow everything taught. Missing half an hour will put you at risk of becoming confused with what is being taught. 3. Participate and ask questions. Take notes, join the classroom discussion, and interact with your peers (especially when doing group work). If you have a question, raise your hand to ask the instructor. If you prefer asking questions individually, visit your instructor during their office hours. If you don’t understand something, don’t suffer in silence. Approach the instructor and ask for clarification. If you are worried that your work isn’t at the required level, ask for feedback and guidance. 4. Do things immediately. Doing tasks immediately makes a task easier, because time has not dulled the material in your mind. Students often wait to do tasks and run into difficulties as a result. 5. Practice. Speak English all the time in class and as much as possible outside the classroom – this will help you succeed in ILS and other courses as well. 6. Have fun! Meet new friends and explore your new surroundings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Not Mandatory: Please use this space if you have any info you need your students to know not covered on this outline. Be as detailed as you like, and feel free to create additional sections. Otherwise, delete this section. Or put N/A. Final Exam Information Final exam will be held on the last day of class in Week 13 (see Academic Schedule on following page).

SCHEDULE Week

Topic

1

Introductions and Email Etiquette

2

Library Tour

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Note Taking

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5 6 7 8 9

Assignment Due Exchange email addresses with your group members and send an introductory email Identify your preferred location to study during the semester. Use Cornell notes method in one of your other classes

Resources

Available Resources for more information on this subject, as well as other academic writing topics: Free Workshops – http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/elc/parttime/freeworkshops.html Small Fee Courses – http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/elc/parttime/schedule.html

Plagiarism & Citation

Mental Wellness and Sexual Health Research Writing Presentation Skills Bibliography Summary, Paraphrase, Analysis Available Resource for more information:

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12 13

Attend ICM’s academic workshops and events. They cover a variety of topics and are a great way to gain valuable information. Check the Student Portal for workshop dates/times/locations.

Writing Effective Sentences

Field Trip Exam Preparation & Stress Management In Class Final Exam & Exam Guidelines

Sign Field Trip Waiver

Available Resource for more information: Check out things to do in city in the Winnipeg Leisure Guide http://www.winnipeg.ca/cms/recreation/leisure/leisureguide.st m...