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Syllabus and Semester ScheduleUNIV 100-54: Introduction to Higher Education (Athlete Section)Tues: 9:30 – 10:20am (3016 College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences )Thurs: 9:30 – 10:20am (Virtual)Fall 2020Instructors:Erik Sorensen Chancey Gunnell E-Mail Address:esorensen2@radford.educgunnell1@radford.eduOffice Phone: (540)-831-5667Cell Phone:(540)-750-6538 – preferred (336)-618-0056Office Location:Whitt Hall, 223 (on the second floor)Open Office Hours:I will be available Monday-Friday upon request via Zoom and Facetime. Send me an email to set up an appointment.Course webpage: ?Student Health:?Students are expected to complete the University’s Daily Symptom Tracker.? The guidance provided upon submission of the survey should be used to determine and guide actions related to monitoring one’s health. The Daily Symptom Tracker is available on RU Mobile and the MyRU Portal???Face Coverings:?Under Governor Northam’s Executive Order 63 and Radford University’s Fall 2020 Campus Reopening Plan, all campus community members are required to wear a face mask or covering when in close proximity to others.? This includes all instructional spaces (classrooms, labs, studios, etc.), as well as non-instructional ones, such as public areas of residence halls, dining halls, Radford Transit and while conducting business on campus.?Radford University is providing faculty, students, and staff members with two washable cloth face masks.????The strength of our community rests on trust and care for one another. During this public health emergency, we expect students to abide by the required public health guidelines of our community by appropriately wearing a mask/face covering (i.e., covering both your mouth and nose),?while in our academic spaces, including classrooms, computer labs, centers, and departmental suites.?Students not wearing a mask in instructional spaces?(classrooms, labs, studios, etc.)?will be asked to leave.?Students who have specific concerns or questions about the masking requirement should contact Dr. Corey Cassidy, Executive Director of the Academic Success Center. For the health and safety of our community, those who do not wear face masks/coverings may face disciplinary action.?Course DescriptionUNIV 100 focuses on the skills, knowledge, and abilities that you will need to make a successful academic, personal, and social transition to Radford University. The course emphasizes personal reflection; active, discussion-based learning; and explorations of the campus and local community. Learning OutcomesAs a result of successfully completing UNIV 100, students will be able to:distinguish between successful behaviors at high school vs. collegeidentify campus and academic resources for optimal student successoperate electronic learning management systems to meet academic requirementsdemonstrate understanding of professional communication skillsreflect on personal development through writing and discussionexplore different academic programs and career pathsunderstand effective strategies for working in groupsEvery assignment will be closely tied to one of these eight learning outcomes.TextbookInstead of a textbook, UNIV 100 uses Radford University’s learning management system called Desire2Learn, or D2L. All course material, and many assignments, will be provided electronically on this site. You can access D2L by logging onto MyRU (my.radford.edu) and clicking the laptop icon with D2L on the screen. Your instructor won’t be able to use all the fabulous resources posted under content on D2L, but they are always available for you to read on your own. If you ever find yourself wanting more information about a particular subject area, feel free to look it up using the search bar and watch a video or read about it. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO PURCHASE ANY TEXTBOOKS FOR THIS CLASS….WHAT A RELIEF!!?!?Grading ScaleFinal letter grades will be determined based on the total number of points that you earn throughout the semester. The plus and minus system WILL NOT be used throughout this course. Points EarnedGrade900–1000A800–899B700–799C600–699D0–599FEvaluationYou will be evaluated for 1 credit, A–F, based on the following criteria:AssignmentsSyllabus Scavenger Hunt (25 points): This assignment will be completed in class and is an opportunity for you to explore the syllabus, get acquainted with it, ask questions about it, and feel comfortable with course policies and assignments.Digital Competence Assignment (100 points): This assignment will be completed in class and is to help you become familiar with all electronic resources you may be asked to used this semester in your various classes.PathwayU (100 points): This assignment will be completed in class (see calendar for dates). PathwayU is an online platform that provides students with the opportunity to analyze their unique talents and skills and receive valuable guidance in discovering their purpose, choosing a major or minor, and finding meaningful career success. PathwayU allows students to discover their purpose before connecting with real employers and obtaining a career they will love! PathwayU will be used in conjunction with the Academic and Career Exploration Fair.?Academic and Career Exploration Fair (100 points): This assignment will be completed in class (see calendar for dates). This fair will be held virtually with both static and live components. Students will get to view materials produced by different programs and departments across campus based on the results from PathwayU. This is a great way for students to explore and engage with programs they may be curious about or to discover a passion for something they didn’t know they had!Journals (25 points each; 100 points total): At four points during the semester, you will respond to reflective journal prompts about different aspects of your transition to college. Journal prompts are listed in the calendar. Your instructors will write personal responses to each of your entries, so be sure to check back for that feedback. Each entry is worth 25 points and needs to be between 200 & 250 words. You will submit these on D2L on the dates specified on the calendar.Professor Panel (100 points): This assignment will be completed in class (see calendar for dates). Your class will host a panel of professors from different areas on campus. This is a great opportunity for students to get direct feedback from professors across campus on what it takes to be successful in college, do’s and don’ts of college, and other professional and academic tips.Midterm Project (100 points): “Do You Know Presentations” (see calendar for dates). These 7-10 minute presentations will be done in groups, with time to work on them in class before they are due. For this activity, you will research a University resource, agency, policy, value, or opportunity that we haven’t yet covered in class and educate your classmates on this topic or area. You may use any presentational aids that make sense for your team. You will each work an equal amount on these projects, but not everyone has to speak. If person A wants to speak, but person B doesn’t like public speaking, person B can do more work behind the scenes. This is an opportunity for you to play to your strengths and stretch yourselves in a different area if you wish. Groups will be assigned at instructor discretion. A more thorough prompt and rubric will be given to you when it is time to begin working on these presentations. “Do You Know” Presentation Reviews (50 points): You will be responsible for watching other presentations and providing meaningful feedback about the strengths and weaknesses and what you learned.SMART goals (25 points): In class you will work on creating SMART goals that will guide your final project. See calendar for dates.Final Project (100 points): Think of some areas that you would like to improve in as a student in the upcoming semesters. What are some achievable goals that you want to accomplish, whether they are short-term or long-term? Use the SMART goals you created in class to guide this project. You must create a small poster board filled with pictures, drawings, and/or quotes of goals that you would want to achieve. For example, it can be about being healthy, career goals, personal time, making a name for yourself, etc. Your poster can be virtual or on actual poster board. You will need to present this in class (1-2 minutes). Presentations will take place in class (see calendar for dates). Instructors will randomly select presenters, so all projects must be completed and ready to be presented by the due date specified in the calendar.Class Participation/Attendance (200 points): To earn full credit for participation, come to every class even virtual classes prepared to actively participate in discussion and activities. Remember that participation doesn’t just mean speaking up, but also things like listening, taking notes, asking questions, making connections with other topics, or affirming a classmate’s brilliant comment. You can lose participation points by not coming to class or by being late, disengaged, or disruptive. You will lose points for having headphones on or ear buds in (implying you are not engaged with the class) or for being on your phone. Participation points will be added after each class period. Each class is worth a total of 20 points, but you are not guaranteed the full amount. You must actively engage and demonstrate a positive attitude toward the assignments, speakers, and activities for the day. Many assignments are completed in class, so attendance is incredibly important. Missing class when an assignment is completed means you will lose the points associated with the activity, as well as the attendance/participation points. All assignments and point values are listed in the calendar for you.Attendance (for face-to-face courses) It is my expectation that you attend class in person unless you have made alternative arrangements with me prior to the start of class due to illness, medical reasons, or the need to isolate or quarantine due to COVID-19. Many of the topics and content explored in the course will be taught and communicated via class demonstrations, activities, and discussions. Therefore, attendance and participation are crucial for a complete understanding of course material.?In the event that you find yourself experiencing COVID-19 related symptoms, I request that you do the following:??????????Stay home! This is best way to prevent spreading COVID-19 as supported by scientific evidence.??????????Follow the guidance you received from the COVID-19 Daily Symptom Tracker. Forward me the email you received from the COVID-19 Daily Symptom Tracker?and let me know of your absence.??????????If you are self-quarantining/isolating, you can attend class virtually as indicated in this syllabus.??????????It is my expectation that you will contact me to review missed coursework and arrange a timeline and plan for completing that work. In the case that you are not able to make up missed coursework by the end of the semester, we will need to consider options that may include a medical withdrawal or incomplete for the semester.Be assured that I will do what I can to work with students to facilitate their successful completion of the course. I encourage you to contact me if you have questions or concerns. The Dean of Students Office is also available for assistance regarding extended absences (dos-web@radford.edu, 540-832-6297,?radford.edu/dos).?Attendance (for Zoom meetings)Whether we meet in person, on Zoom, or in other digital formats, we are in a professional community.? As professionals, we are expected to:??????????show up on time;??????????be prepared for our collective work;??????????be appropriately attired; and??????????try to limit distractions in our individual workplaces.?As members of a community, please consider the effects of your actions on your colleagues, just as you would in a physical classroom:???????????keep your video on;??????????mute yourself when not speaking; and??????????focus your attention on the speaker.?Please let me know if you are having difficulties interacting in class via Zoom, and if there are reasons you cannot follow the above guidelines.Zoom TechnologyThis class may use Zoom, which is a web and video conferencing tool.? Please be sure you have Zoom installed and are familiar with using the tool. Below are tips for participating in a Zoom session:??????????join the meeting early and test speaker, microphone, and camera settings;keep speakers away from microphones to avoid feedback;use a headset with microphone if possible; anddo not join a meeting from multiple devices.?Additional Zoom resources can be found at?radford.edu/zoom.Late Work PolicyMost assignments can’t be made up. Assignments that are eligible for makeup work will lose 10 points per day late, starting at the beginning of class on the day the work is due. All make-up assignments must be submitted within two weeks of the original due date. Work is always graded on its merit, so full credit is never guaranteed, even by doing twice what was originally assigned. Not all work can be made up, so always communicate with your instructors before beginning a make-up assignment. Student Athletes It is against NCAA policy for a student athlete to miss class in order to attend practice. If you find that this class conflicts with your practice schedule, you need to speak with your advisor about switching sections. If you have to miss class because of a game, I expect you to turn in all work due on that day ahead of time. Respect Policy Disrespect of any nature will not be tolerated. This includes treatment of both instructors and peers. This class works best when people feel free to comment, participate, and ask questions without fear of intimidation or ridicule. Therefore, instructors reserve the right to remove (temporarily) disrespectful students from the classroom should actions or comments make it difficult for people to participate in a safe learning environment. You are expected to keep all comments respectful of race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, physical appearance, political affiliation, etc. Disagreements with one another must be handled in a thoughtful and respectful manner that forces everyone to think critically about the topic at hand. Academic SupportThe Harvey Knowledge Center is a Radford University resource to explore class content, learn new skills, prepare for your exams, or receive individualized academic coaching. In the HKC you can work one‐on‐one with an academic coach to discuss course content, study strategies, or college success skills; get your classmates together and form an online facilitated study group; reserve a single-use room for Zoom coaching or for working on your online class; and access tips and guides for taking your learning to the next level. Call us at: 540‐831‐7704 | Email us at:?hkc@radford.edu or visit our website: Radford.edu/HKC | Schedule an appointment through Starfish or check out our Learning Guide on?radford.edu/keeplearningThe Writing Center is an excellent resource for students who want extra support at any point in the writing process. The center is located on the third floor of CHBS and can help with brainstorming paper topics, outlining a paper, editing and revising, and more. If you would like to learn more about the Writing Center feel free to reach out to either the peer instructor or the faculty instructor. NetTutor is an online tutoring center that is free to students and accessible through D2L. If you would like to learn more about the NetTutor feel free to reach out to either the peer instructor or the faculty instructor. Starfish Starfish is a student success tool to connect you with necessary resources at RU. Throughout the term, you may receive emails regarding academic performance if an instructor has raised a flag or kudos. Please pay attention to these emails and respond accordingly. Use the scheduling tools to make advising and other appointments. The Radford University Honor PledgeAll students are responsible for following the Honor Pledge and for looking up further information as needed:I shall uphold the values and ideals of Radford University by engaging in responsible behavior and striving always to be accountable for my actions while holding myself and others to the highest moral and ethical standards of academic integrity and good citizenship as defined in the Standards of Student Conduct.Center for Accessibility Services?If you are a student with special needs or circumstances, I invite you to contact me early in the course so appropriate supports and scheduling can be addressed.?Students seeking academic accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act must register with Radford University’s Center for Accessibility Services (CAS).?The policies regarding students with disabilities may be found at?.? You may also contact the CAS office at: 540-831-6350; ASL users 540-922-1176;?cas@radford.edu; ?radford.edu/casComputer Lab Software Access:??Although campus computer labs will be available during the Fall 2020 semester, the number of seats in each lab will be reduced in order to comply with physical distancing requirements.? Students may use a web browser (Chrome recommended) to access the Virtual Computer Lab (radford.edu/remote-software), which provides remote access to most software packages found in campus computer labs.? This environment is based on Amazon Web Service (AWS) AppStream 2.0 and scales up and down based on student demand.? There is a two-minute wait time when you connect.? Students will need to establish a connection to their Office 365 OneDrive space during their first connection to the virtual lab and be sure files are saved to their OneDrive space when using the virtual lab.?Microsoft Office can be downloaded at no charge by students using a PC or Mac (radford.edu/office).Technology Support:?The Technology Assistance Center provides a number of options for students to find answers to common questions and request assistance.?Find common answers or submit an online support request:?radford.edu/itonestopPhone Support: (540) 831-7500; Monday - Thursday 8 a.m. – Midnight, Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Walk-in Support (Appointment Recommended); Walker Hall 1st?floor lobby; Monday through Friday 8 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.Semester Calendar:Week 1, Day 1: Thursday, August 13Welcome & Ice Breakers Syllabus Scavenger Hunt: Done in class today and worth 25 points. Week 2, Day 1: Tuesday, August 18Announcement: Last day to add/drop a class is Tuesday, August 18 by 5:00. Students must see their advising center to add or drop classes.Digital Competence Assignment: Done in class today and worth 100 points. Week 2, Day 2: Thursday, August 20Virtual Library Day (We will be completing a virtual library day. Zoom details upcoming).Week 3, Day 1: Tuesday, August 25High School v. College -academic rigor and expectations-newfound freedom and independence (social and personal impacts)-socialization and college culture (incl. myths and misunderstandings about college/RU)-titles and positions (e.g., what are the roles of top administrators at RU? What are the positions and roles of the CEHD leadership team? Instructor v. professor? Who should be called “Dr.”? etc.)-Professionalism (in the class, in emails, etc)Homework: Journal #1 (25 points). This assignment is due by the time our next class starts. Please email it to Chancey (cgunnell1@radford.edu). Please use 200 words to answer the following questions:What was an assumption you had about college life/college coursework in high school?What was a good study habit you developed in high school?What was a bad study habit that you should leave behind in high school?What is something from today’s class that was new and helpful to you?How do you plan on implementing something from today’s class into your college routine?Week 3, Day 2: Thursday, August 27DUE: Journal #1 (25 points)Time management Week 4, Day 1: Tuesday, September 1Campus Scavenger Hunt Week 4, Day 2: Thursday, September 3Communication & relationships -Healthy v. unhealthy personal -Navigating roommate and suitemate relationships (i.e., how to successfully interact with other humans)-Working effectively in teams/groupsHomework: Journal #2 (25 points). This assignment is due by the time our next class starts. Please email it to Chancey (cgunnell1@radford.edu). Please use 200 words to answer the following questions:What is something that is positive about your roommate/suitemate situation?What is something that you wish could be different about your roommate/suitemate situation?What is something you could do to contribute to a more positive living environment?What experiences (positive or negative) have you had working in groups?Week 5, Day 1: Tuesday, September 8DUE: Journal #2 (25 points)Study Skills -How to prepare for exams-Academic resources on campus, including: Harvey Knowledge Center, Dean of Students Office (for personal challenges impacting academics), The Writing Center-Basic strategies that work v. don’t work: e.g., “highlighting words” is not an effective study tool. What are more effective techniques?Homework: Journal #3 (25 points). This assignment is due by the time our next class starts. Please email it to Chancey (cgunnell1@radford.edu). Please use 200 words to answer the following questions:1. How do your study habits differ from class to class (Do you study differently for online classes, higher credit classes, different types of classes, etc.) 2. Do you think your study habits are good or bad? What makes you think that?3. What is one study habit you know you NEED to develop?4. How will you commit to incorporating it into your studying this week?Week 5, Day 2: Thursday, September 10DUE: Journal #3 (25 points)Instructor Panel Week 6, Day 1: Tuesday, September 15Assign midterm project Receiving FeedbackWeek 6, Day 2: Thursday, September 17Work on midterm projects in class Week 7, Day 1: Tuesday, September 22PathwayU Assignment (100 points) Week 7, Day 2: Thursday, September 24Academic and Career Exploration Fair (100 points) Week 8, Day 1: Tuesday, September 29Midterm Projects Due (100 points) (with reviews, 50 points) Week 9, Day 1: Tuesday, October 6Academic Advising Week 10, Day 1: Tuesday, October 13Announcement: Last day to withdraw from a course is Friday, October 16 by 5:00. Students must see their advisors for this.Review Midterm Grades (set up one-to-one meetings in person or on Zoom to see how grades are going at the midpoint start of the semester).Homework: Journal #4 (25 points). This assignment is due by the time our next class starts. Please email it to Chancey (cgunnell1@radford.edu). Please use 200 words to answer the following questions:Were you surprised by your midterm grades or were they what you expected? What about them surprised you? What is your plan moving forward? Withdraw? Sign up for tutoring?What can your FI and PI do to help you?Week 11, Day 1: Tuesday, October 20DUE: Journal #4 (25 points)Assign Final Projects Discuss SMART Goals and complete SMART Goals assignment.Week 12, Day 1: Tuesday, October 27Work on Final Projects in class.Week 13, Day 1: Tuesday, November 3Final projects due Week 14, Day 1: Tuesday, November 10Final projects due ................
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