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Office of Academic Affairs UNIV 1000: First-Year Experience I. Course Information Course: UNIV 1000 - First-Year Experience Semester Credit Hours: 3.0 Course CRN and Section: 20678 - D19 Semester and Year: Fall 2020 Course Start and End Dates: 08/17/2020 - 12/06/2020 Building and Room: Mailman/Hollywood - 310

II. Instructor Information Professor: Grecia Chami Email: [email protected] Office Phone#: 954-262-8044 (during office hours) To set an appointment; email or call: 954-262-7990 (Identify yourself as a UNIV 1000 student) Office Hours: By appointment only Email: [email protected] Phone: 954-262-8044 Office Hours:

Day

Time

Location

MTWRF

9:00am - 4:30pm

Undergraduate Academic Advising Center, Horvitz Building

This course is administered by the Office of Experiential Learning and First-Year Experience. If the instructor cannot be reached, please contact the Faculty Coordinator for First-Year Experience, Kevin Dvorak, Ph.D. by email: [email protected] or phone: (954) 262-8108, or the Director, Teri Williams, Ph.D. by email: [email protected] or phone: (954) 262-7556. Peer Leader: Johanna Orescar Class GroupMe Link: https://groupme.com/join_group/60952730/47RqHKZK Email: [email protected]

III. Class Schedule and Location Please access the course Zoom link(s) via the course page in Canvas.

Day Date

Time

Location

Building/Room

TR 08/18/2020 10/01/2020

11:00 AM - 12:20 PM

Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus

Mailman/Hollywood310

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T

10/06/2020 10/06/2020

10:30 AM - 12:30 Ft Lauderdale/Davie PM Campus

Mailman/Hollywood310

TR 10/13/2020 11/24/2020

11:00 AM - 12:20 PM

Ft Lauderdale/Davie Campus

Mailman/Hollywood310

T

10:30 AM - 12:30 Ft Lauderdale/Davie PM Campus

Mailman/Hollywood310

12/01/2020 12/01/2020

IV. Course Description This course introduces first-year students to fundamental expectations of college learning and the range of opportunities and experiences both in and outside the classroom that Nova Southeastern University provides. The course promotes a pathway to student success by fostering academic inquiry in various academic disciplines and knowledge of essential resources that facilitate a successful transition to college life. This course develops the foundation that serves as a pathway to graduation and a thriving professional career. Experiential Education and Learning (ExEL): Successful completion of this course satisfies 1 ExEL unit. Frequency: Every Fall and Winter COURSE GOALS: Upon completion of this course, a student will be able to: 1. Use University resources designed to support success in student pursuit of academic and career goals. Self-Inquiry: Who owns your education? Your future? What are your academic goals? Career goals? How can NSU help you develop and begin on your path to success? 2. Engage with university academic, cultural, social, and wellness events. Self-Inquiry: What’s happening at NSU? Where do you fit in? How can engagement at NSU help you to become a part of something bigger than yourself? 3. Examine how your personal values and those of others shape perspectives and relationships within a diverse society. Self-Inquiry: What are your values? How are they shaped? How will you balance your individual identity with the rich diversity of the NSU community? How do your values align with NSU’s Core Values?

V. Learning Outcomes 1.Use university resources designed to support success in student pursuit of academic and career goals. 2.Engage with university academic, cultural, social, and wellness events. 3.Examine how your personal values and those of others shape perspectives and relationships within a diverse society.

VI. Materials and Resources Course Required Texts and Materials: Please access the online course text, College Success, via the course page in Canvas. Section Supplemental Material: There may be suggested supplemental readings throughout the semester. These will be announced as required.

VII. Course Requirements Experiential Education and Learning (ExEL): At Nova Southeastern University, Experiential Education and Learning (ExEL) provides students opportunities to prepare them for an ever changing and diverse world. The purpose of experiential education is to actively engage the student through relevant, ongoing experience, active learning, critical problem solving, and reflective practices. The course has been Generated: 8/7/2020

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peer-reviewed by the Experiential Education and Learning Advisory Council and approved by the Provost to satisfy the Experiential Education graduation requirement. Successful completion of this course at Nova Southeastern University satisfies 1 ExEL unit. UNIV 1000 Peer Leaders: The purpose of the UNIV 1000 Peer Leader Program is to support your successful transition to Nova Southeastern University by connecting you with upper-level students who serve as a mentor and resource. Peer leaders themselves learn a lot from the experience, including how to optimize their own engagement, and develop leadership qualities. Our peer leader will be a integral part of the course.

Class Attendance Students are expected to attend all scheduled classes, including but not limited to lectures, laboratories, studios, clinical rotations, and online activities. Students are required to arrive on time and to fulfill all course requirements set by the instructor. A strong positive correlation exists between class attendance and academic performance. Absences for official University activities are permissible providing the instructor is notified in writing in advance of such an absence. An official University activity is an activity where a student officially represents the University through an academic department, sponsored University program, NSU NCAA Division II Athletics event, documentation from the Office of Student Disability Services, or religious holiday. In all absences, the student is responsible for all requirements of the course. The instructor may choose to excuse a student’s absence under certain circumstances, such as when the student is ill., but only if the student seeks medical documentation verification through the Office of Student Disability Services. Excused absences do not relieve the student from responsibility for any part of the course missed during the period of absence. Students will be given an opportunity to make up work missed due to an excused absence, at the instructor’s discretion. Absences for observance of major religious holidays are permitted but also require prior professor notification. Student are required to notify the faculty in writing two weeks in advance of the religious holiday if the Religious holiday conflicts with a scheduled assignment or exam, so that prior arrangement may be made. Students will not be allowed to make up any work, including in-class activities, assignments, or exams, missed due to an unexcused absence. Canvas

For UNIV 1000, you will access a Canvas course page. It serves as a repository of course materials and communication, for convenience, consistency and organization. Here you will find announcements in between class sessions, send and receive messages, participate in discussion blogs, and access various course materials. Please feel free to review any of the course materials posted there as a way to prepare yourself more effectively for the mandatory weekly meetings. Plagiarism Plagiarism is a major academic offense and will be fully punished if caught.Plagiarism means the presentation of the ideas and/or the words of someone else as one’s own. You commit plagiarism if you: -Use any part of another person’s written words without correct citation; -Use any part of another person’s ideas without correct citation; -Hand in your own work from another class. You can learn more about what plagiarism is and how to avoid it by watching the Library Learn video on “Using APA Style to Avoid Plagiarism ”. There are many consequences of plagiarism. The student who plagiarizes may fail the assignment and/or the entire course. And, in consultation with administrators, the instructor may recommend further action in accordance with the NSU Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility policies.

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VIII. Course Schedule and Topic Outline Course Schedule: Week

Activities and Assignments

Week 1 Chapter 1 Exploring College Weeks of Welcome

Aug. 18: Welcome and Introductions Course Overview, Requirements, and Expectations – Internet/ZOOM etiquette Breakout Activity – Expectations and guidelines for the classroom – Led by PL Differences between High School and College - Academic Calendars are impor For next class: 1. Read through syllabus thoroughly *from home page review all “Getting Started FYE” modules. 2. Complete the Week 1; Activity 1 – All About Me Aug. 20: Syllabus Quiz Community Building Discussion and Reflective Writing (Why reflect?) Journal Reflection #1 – First Draft – in Class For next class: 1. Complete assigned Chapter 2 readings 2. Upload Journal Reflection #1 3. Ensure that you have completed the mandatory Title IX Online Training

Week 2 Chapter 2 Knowing Yourself as Learner Weeks of Welcome

Aug. 25: Assignment Overviews: Beyond the Classroom Early Immersion (Johanna Presentation – Early Immersion and finding edge) – Start advising appointments to work on academic plan) Capstone Folio Presentation CAPS Edge video #1 (10-15 mins) For next class: 1. Begin researching Early Immersion opportunities and select one. Sign up! The quickly! – inform P L of your selection. 2. Set an appointment with your Edge Advisor to begin working on your 4 year A Plan – call CAP S @ 954-262-7990 or schedule in Navigate ASAP - This wi important for a later assignment. 3. Optional Extra Credit Assignment – 5 points – Submit Certificate from Title I Training on Canvas Aug. 27: Discussion - Did you Know – Assignment and Presentation Example presentation from PL Choosing Assignments and presentation dates – Sign up today! Discussion – Learning Styles – Growth Mindset For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete assigned reading from Chapter 11

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Week 3 Chapter 11 Engaging in a Healthy Lifestyle

Sept. 1: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Community Building Activity – Boundary Breaking Activity Title IX “Who are the Bystanders?” Activity and discussion For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete Semester at a Glance Assignment Sept. 3: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Time Management How much time do I really have? Academic Success Strategies – review semester at a glance The Worst time wasters Best Practices Active Learning For next class: 1. Remember next class will be a presentation – be on time! 2. Complete assigned Chapter 3 readings

Week 4 Chapter3 Managing Time and Priorities

Sept. 8: Tentative Presentation - Office of Suicide Prevention (45 min) Reflection and Discussion – (35 mins) For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Prepare an Academic Plan which you will review with your CAPS Edge Adv the appointment you should have scheduled – this will be discussed and review 10/13/20 – if you cannot gain an appointment with your advisor before then ple me know and we will schedule an appointment to review your plan together Sept. 10: (“Do you Know” group presentations) PL - Presenting FYE information on Time Management Midterms in Oct 5th – – how to prepare for study and review: Time Management How much time do I really have? Academic Success Strategies – review semester at a glance The Worst time wasters and Best Practices For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete assigned Chapter 5 readings 3. Remember next class meeting will be a presentation from the WCC – be on t

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Week 5 Sept. 15: Chapter 5 (“Do you Know” group presentations)- (10 mins) Reading and Notetaking Presentation from (WCC) Writing and Communication Center - (45 mins) Discussion and prepare notes for writing Journal Reflection #2 – (25 mins) For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) Sept. 17: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Community Building Activity: TBD (with reflection paper) Effective Reading and Note Taking Strategies Breakout rooms – Discussion and collaboration Review For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete assigned Chapter 6 readings Week 6 Chapter 6 Studying, Memory, and Test Taking

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Sept. 22: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Success Strategies How to Learn a Textbook Review of Academic Planning Process – discussion of how this process requires evaluation For next class: Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) How vulnerable am I to stress questionnaire, Sleeping Habits Survey – bring c questionnaire and survey with you to next class for review/discussion Sept 24: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Stress Management – stress questionnaire review What causes our stress? What can we do to handle that stress? Managing Anxiety For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete assigned Chapter 8 readings

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Week 7 Chapter 8 Communicating

Sept 29: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Overview and purpose of communication Effective communication skills Barriers to effective communication Active Listening For next class: 1. Discussion Posting - Post in the discussion board about how you are doing, inc helpful midterm study/preparation tips, and at least one positive stress managem strategy. 2. Remember next class meeting will be presentation with the NSU Library – B Oct. 1: Presentation with NSU Library (45 mins) Review of study and stress plan for Midterms week Discussion – How are you doing? For next class: 1. Respond to at least two of your classmates in the discussion board – provide f and encouragement. 2. Academic Plan Assignment: Submit copy of your Academic Plan – signed by or myself by Midnight October 9th, 2020. 3. Have points prepared for your Journal Reflection #2 We will meet on October 6th from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM Best of luck in your midterms!

Week 8 Midterm Exam Week Have at least TWO of your required FOUR B TC Reflections completed and submitted by this week. If you have already completed your Early Immersion Experience and Reflection you can turn this in also.

Oct. 6: We will meet today from 10:30 AM- 12:30 PM Midterm – Journal Reflection #2 (30 Mins) – UP LOAD by 10/8/2020 Mindfullness/Stress Management activity Oct. 8: Have at least TWO of your required FOUR B TC Reflections completed submitted by this week. If you have already completed your Early Immer Experience and Reflection you can turn this in also. It will give you addit time to work on your remaining TWO B TC Reflections and your Capsto Final Project. No class today

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Week 9 Chapter 4 Planning Your Academic Pathways

Oct. 13: Check in activity – How are we after midterms? Midterm survey Values and Identity Goal Setting Long and short term goals – SMART GOALS CAPS Edge video#2 (10-15 mins) For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Review academic plan and registration plan for review in next class Oct. 15: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Academic Plan review Registration plan – what to do PL – Discussion of registration instructions for Winter 2021 For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Complete assigned Chapter 9 readings

Week 10 Chapter 9 Understanding Civility and Cultural Competence Reminder: If you have already completed your Early Immersion Experience and Reflection turn this in ASAP. This will allow you additional time to focus on your remaining BTC papers and Know Thyself Final Project.

Oct. 20: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Diversity, inclusivity and civility What’s news? Title IX Video (15 mins) For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Post in the discussion board about how you are doing since Midterms, include on whether the experience matched your expectations. Discuss what you did t worked/didn’t work which can help to improve when preparing for Finals. Oct. 22: Working in Groups (the trials and tribulations), 5 stages of group projects Conflict Resolution - Basics Professionalism discussion Emailing my professor/ proper correspondence For next class: 1) Complete assigned Chapter 9 readings 2) If you haven’t already, set a follow up appointment with your CAPS Edge Ad discuss career goals and plan for ExEL credits. Respond to at least two of your classmates in the discussion board – provide feedback and encouragement.

Week 11 Chapter 10 Understanding Financial Literacy

Oct. 27: Understanding Financial Aids/Awards and Loans Academic Calendars revisited in depth Financial Football Activity How to create a simple budget Assignment: 1. Basic Budget Assignment for review in next class Oct. 29: Peer review and discussion of Budgets What is (SAP) Satisfactory Academic Progress? Re-assessing progress and goals Failing Forward For next class: 1. Complete assigned Chapter 12 readings

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Week 12 Chapter 12 Planning for Your Future Reminder: If you have already completed your Early Immersion Experience and Reflection turn this in ASAP. This will allow you additional time to focus on your remaining BTC papers and Capstone Folio Final Project.

Nov. 3: Career Planning and mapping for success Internships and Shadowing Building a strong CV/Resume For next class: 1) Begin drafting a resume for review in the next class meeting Nov. 5: Resumes – Review and Discussion Interview Skills Letters of Recommendation Network building Building transferrable skills For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?)

Week 13

Nov 10: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Community Building Exercise Capstone Overview Peer review of critical writing (choose which piece of writing you wish to have p reviewed) For next class: 1. Complete research decided by your group (for Do you Know?) 2. Continue to work on remaining Early Immersion Reflections (DUE 11/19/202 BTC’s (DUE 12/1/2020) and begin work on finalizing Capstone Folio (DUE 11/26/2020). Nov. 12: (“Do you Know” group presentations) Community Building Exercise Capstone Overview Peer review of critical writing (choose which piece of writing you wish to have p reviewed) For next class: 1. Continue to work on remaining Early Immersion Reflections (DUE 11/19/202 BTC’s (DUE 12/1/2020) and begin work on finalizing Capstone Folio (DUE 11/26/2020).

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Week 14 Nov. 17: Nov. 18 – 24 Capstone Creation We will be dedicating Capstone Folio Studio Time Peer Feedback time to working on Capstone Folio For next class: projects this week. 1. Continue to work on remaining Early Immersion Reflections (DUE 11/19/202 BTC’s (DUE 12/1/2020) and Capstone Folio (DUE 11/26/2020). Nov. 19: Capstone Creation Capstone Folio Studio Time Peer Feedback Journal Reflection #3 Assignment: 1. Early Immersion Reflection Due by midnight 11/19/2020 2. Upload Journal Reflection #3 by 11/24/2020 3. Capstone Folio Final Assignment (ALL uploads ) due by midnight 11/26/2020 Week 15 Nov. 25 – Dec. 1 Capstone Folio Ass...