PWSC Syllabus Template



PWSC Course | Semester | YearTable of Contents TOC \h \z \u \t "Heading 2,1,Heading 3,2" Table of Contents PAGEREF _Toc43452379 \h 1General Course Information PAGEREF _Toc43452380 \h 3Course Identification PAGEREF _Toc43452381 \h 3Course Description (From Catalog) PAGEREF _Toc43452382 \h 3Additional Course Section Description PAGEREF _Toc43452383 \h 3Required Textbooks and Materials PAGEREF _Toc43452384 \h 3Instructor Information PAGEREF _Toc43452385 \h 4Communication Policy PAGEREF _Toc43452386 \h 4Office Hours PAGEREF _Toc43452387 \h 4Detailed Course Information PAGEREF _Toc43452388 \h 5Course Meeting Dates and Times PAGEREF _Toc43452389 \h 5Proctoring PAGEREF _Toc43452390 \h 5Course Objectives PAGEREF _Toc43452391 \h 5Student Learning Outcomes PAGEREF _Toc43452392 \h 5Course Schedule and Assignments PAGEREF _Toc43452393 \h 5Course Workflow PAGEREF _Toc43452394 \h 6Student Evaluation and Grading PAGEREF _Toc43452395 \h 7Citations PAGEREF _Toc43452396 \h 7General Grading PAGEREF _Toc43452397 \h 7Grading by Assignment Type PAGEREF _Toc43452398 \h 7Late Work PAGEREF _Toc43452399 \h 8Policy on Working Ahead PAGEREF _Toc43452400 \h 8Class Attendance PAGEREF _Toc43452401 \h 8Excused Absences PAGEREF _Toc43452402 \h 8Incomplete Grades PAGEREF _Toc43452403 \h 9No Basis Grades PAGEREF _Toc43452404 \h 9Academic Rights of Students PAGEREF _Toc43452405 \h 10Academic Disputes PAGEREF _Toc43452406 \h 10Required Tools and Technologies PAGEREF _Toc43452407 \h 10University of Alaska Account PAGEREF _Toc43452408 \h 10Distanced-Based Technologies PAGEREF _Toc43452409 \h 10Google Services PAGEREF _Toc43452410 \h 12Web Browsers & Plugins PAGEREF _Toc43452411 \h 12Microsoft Office 365 PAGEREF _Toc43452412 \h 13Unique Requirements PAGEREF _Toc43452413 \h 13IT Services Help PAGEREF _Toc43452414 \h 14UAA IT Services PAGEREF _Toc43452415 \h 14PWSC IT Services PAGEREF _Toc43452416 \h 14PWSC Instructional Design PAGEREF _Toc43452417 \h 15University and Academic Policies and Procedures PAGEREF _Toc43452418 \h 15Student Code of Conduct PAGEREF _Toc43452419 \h 15Academic Integrity PAGEREF _Toc43452420 \h 15Communications Via E-mail PAGEREF _Toc43452421 \h 16Blackboard Access PAGEREF _Toc43452422 \h 16UAA/APU Consortium Library PAGEREF _Toc43452423 \h 16UAA Learning Commons PAGEREF _Toc43452424 \h 17Student Safety PAGEREF _Toc43452425 \h 17Ensuring a Climate of Equity, Respect & Safety PAGEREF _Toc43452426 \h 17Title IX, EEO, and Nondiscrimination PAGEREF _Toc43452427 \h 17Disability Support Services PAGEREF _Toc43452428 \h 18PWSC Care Team PAGEREF _Toc43452429 \h 18Safety in Online Environments PAGEREF _Toc43452430 \h 18Student Affairs PAGEREF _Toc43452431 \h 18Building Evacuations PAGEREF _Toc43452432 \h 19Campus-Wide Emergencies PAGEREF _Toc43452433 \h 19After Hours Safety on Campus PAGEREF _Toc43452434 \h 19Smoke Free Campus PAGEREF _Toc43452435 \h 19Emergency Support PAGEREF _Toc43452436 \h 19General Course InformationCourse IdentificationCourse Number: PS A101Semester: FallYear: 2019CRN: 78041Course Title:Primary (From Catalog): H103_201901_57482_US History ISecondary (Custom Name): Selected Topics in History, 1700-1850Course Credits: 3Breakdown of Credits: Lecture, Lab, or Combined Lecture and LabType of Course Delivery:Face-to-faceCourse Prerequisites:[None]Course Description (From Catalog)An introduction to the historical and constitutional foundations of American government; the political activities of parties, groups, and the media; public decision-making by the executive, Congress, and the courts; and current economic, environmental, social, and foreign issues and policies.Additional Course Section DescriptionUAA Social Sciences GER.?This is an introductory, survey course on various United States government topics. This course includes study of the origin and development of the U.S. Constitution; the structure and powers of the national government, including the legislative, executive, and judicial branches; federalism; political participation; the national election process; public policy; and civil liberties and civil rights. The course encourages students to hone their critical thinking skills, ask tough questions, and become responsible citizens.Required Textbooks and MaterialsGOVT 10, by Edward I. Sidlow, Beth Henschen; 10th Edition; ISBN: 978-1337405287Instructor InformationInstructor: [Your name, followed by any letters to highlight your importance.]Contact Information:Office: [Physical location, or online virtual delivery method (Skype, Zoom, Hangouts, etc)].Office Phone Number: [Strongly consider not using your personal phone number; try the free Google Voice for greater anonymity if you do not have a work number.]E-mail: [This must be your @alaska.edu address; no exceptions.]Communication PolicyYou must only use your official @alaska.edu email to communicate with your instructor. If you have mail forwarding enabled to your preferred, non-alaska.edu email account, the instructor is not obligated to respond to any emails sent from non-university email addresses.The instructor will make every effort to respond to all phone calls and emails within 24 hours of the next business day.Office HoursOffice hours are by appointment, walk-in, or call-in.?Appointments take priority over non-scheduled walk-ins and call-ins. Walk-ins and call-ins are prioritized on a first come, first serve basis. Appointments can be made for in-person, over-the-phone, and online meetings.Requesting an Appointment[Insert other information that relates to your specific office hours times, how to schedule an appointment, virtual office hours, additional requests for 1-on-1 help, etc.].Physical Office Hours[dates and times of your physical office hours, and any information student should be aware of if you may not be able to adhere to these hours consistently.]Virtual Office Hours[information on time and platforms utilized for online meetings with students, if requested, and any information student should be aware of if you may not be able to adhere to these hours consistently.]Detailed Course InformationCourse Meeting Dates and Times[Where is the course being taught? Mention the Blackboard shell if online, or a physical location if face-to-face. List what days your course meets, as well as the time, or specify that the course is at your own pace. Include any field trip information as well.]Proctoring[If proctoring is required, describe that requirement here. Otherwise, say that a proctor is not required for this course.]Course ObjectivesEvaluate the shifting roles between grassroots, local, and federal governments throughout the historical evolution of government within the United States of America.Outline political movements and branches of government in relation to the Constitution.Explain the role of foreign policy and hypothesize its effect on domestic policy.Theorize the strengths and weaknesses of personal freedoms versus special interest groups.These objectives should use active verbs that are physically measurable. Blooms revised taxonomy is a great example.Student Learning OutcomesThese learning objectives should use active verbs that are physically measurable. Bloom’s revised taxonomy is a great example.Course Schedule and AssignmentsThe instructor reserves the right to make adjustments to the syllabus and course schedule as needed. It is the responsibility of the student to keep up with any changes. All changes will be posted in Blackboard by the instructor.The below is an example of a week-by-week outline that shows the required reading and what is due highlighted so that students can easily see those due dates. This structure is optional, but it was included because too many faculty have been putting all of this into a table that violates ADA compliance by not conforming to tabular data only.Week 1 (Class on August 27)Topic: Course Introduction and Navigation.From: August 26 to September 1.Syllabus & Assignments review.Due: Quiz by end of day September 1.Week 2 (Class on September 3)Topic: America in the 21st Century.From: September 2 to September 8.Read Chapter 1, pages 2-23.Attend City of Valdez Special Election.Due: Quiz by end of day September 8.Week 3 (Class on September 10)Topic: The Constitution.From: September 9 to September 15.Read Chapter 2, pages 24-47.Read The Constitution, Appendix B.Due: Quiz by end of day September 15.Course WorkflowWeekly ReadingsEach week, you will be assigned 1-2 chapters to read from GOVT 10, the only required textbook for this course. Since a large portion of the course content is delivered through this text, it is important that you stay up to date on the readings throughout the whole semester.Class AttendanceWe will be meeting once a week for a short lecture and in-class discussion. If you are unable to make it to class, please let me know ahead of time, if possible. There are no points assigned for weekly attendance, but I do expect you to be there unless you let me know otherwise. Three unexcused absences can result in the drop of one letter grade at the end of the semester.QuizzesEach week, you will need to complete a short quiz based on the chapter readings assigned. The quiz will be posted in the weekly content folder in Blackboard. These quizzes are open book and can be attempted multiple times. Quizzes are due by 11:59pm on Sunday night each week.Other Things…You get the idea. What is the overall logical flow of student work to assessment to final grade? What other expectations do you have for students to stay successful during the course?Student Evaluation and GradingGrading on minor or weekly assignments will occur within one week of the due date. Grading on major assignments and tests will occur within two weeks of the due date. Email and phone communications will be returned within two business day.Consult the complete University of Alaska Anchorage Grading Policy for more details.Note: final grades are entered by Faculty within UA Online, not Blackboard. Students, make sure the final grade that is listed in your UA Online profile is accurate!CitationsAny information included in an assignment that was found from an outside source must include a proper citation. There are two preferred citation styles: American Psychological Association (APA) or Modern Language Association (MLA).General GradingThis course uses the traditional letter grade system based on the following scale:A: 90% to 100%B: 80% to 89%C: 70% to 79%D: 60% to 69%F: Below 60%A grade of D represents the lowest passing grade and may not be acceptable to fulfill prerequisites for certain courses or satisfy requirements in certain majors and in graduate programs.Grading by Assignment TypeAssignment TypeNumber of AssignmentsWeighted % of Final GradeActive Participation 10 15%Quizzes 15 10% Tests 6 40% Discussion Board Posts 6 10% Final 1 25% Late WorkLate assignments are penalized 10% of the total points if turned in past the due date. Please keep in mind that late assignments are better than no assignments. All work NOT submitted by December 14, 2019will be given a grade of zero.Policy on Working Ahead[If students are allowed to work ahead, how far ahead can they progress? How does this impact the requirements of grading this work in a timely manner? If students are not allowed to work ahead and need to adhere to a set schedule of work, mention that here instead.]Class AttendanceRegular attendance and active participation are expected in all classes. Students are responsible for class work even if there are legitimate reasons for their absence.Unexcused absences may result in a student being withdrawn from the class or receiving a failing grade. Unreasonable refusal to accommodate an emergency absence or class absence as described below may be appealed under the Academic Dispute Resolution Procedure Other Academic Decisions (see the Academic Rights of Students?for more information).Excused AbsencesStudents who receive short-term military orders or obligations are responsible for making advance arrangements with faculty members to enable them to meet course requirements. Students participating in official intercollegiate activities on behalf of UAA, including, but not limited to, athletic competitions, debate and performing arts, are responsible for making advance arrangements with faculty members to enable them to meet course requirements. Faculty are encouraged to make reasonable accommodations for such students. In some cases, accommodation may not be possible.Students can dispute unexcused absences and other unreasonable behavior by consulting the Academic Rights of Students.Jury DutyStudents must alert the instructor immediately upon receiving a jury duty notice in which the student is summoned to serve. The instructor will ask for proof of summons. Students may want to consider rescheduling their jury duty service to another time that will not impact their studies.Medical LeaveStudents who miss a scheduled class period and/or assignment must provide the instructor with a written Doctor’s note in order to excuse the absence. The student must make every reasonable effort to alert the instructor to any long-term absences due to hospitalization and other emergencies as soon as possible. The instructor will work with the student to ensure student success based on the nature of the medical leave. Military Students Called to Active Duty or DeploymentStudents called to active duty or who are?involuntarily activated, deployed or relocated during an academic term may be able to make arrangements with their faculty members to complete their courses via e-learning. In those cases where this is not possible or desirable, these students are eligible for the 100 percent refund of tuition and fees and a prorated adjustment on housing and meal plans. Returning military students are not required to reapply for admission and are welcomed back as in-state residents for tuition purposes. Military students who return after their admitted catalog expires should meet with an academic advisor for assistance.Religious HolidaysUniversity of Alaska recognizes the importance of free religious expression in the lives of students. Students are required to communicate with the instructor in advance of any absence that is to be excused for religious reasons. This must be done with enough time for the instructor to work with the student on a plan to make up any missed work, including tests and exams.Instructors may give an exam on a religious holiday provided that there is an appropriate way for a student to make up the exam if it is missed due to the observance of a religious holiday.Incomplete GradesAn incomplete grade (I) is assigned only at the discretion of the instructor. It is used to indicate that a student has made satisfactory progress in the majority of the work in a course but, for unavoidable absences or other conditions beyond the control of the student, has not been able to complete the course. Students assigned an incomplete grade are not entitled to complete the remaining coursework within the classroom/lab or to any additional instruction, nor may they participate in the class/lab during a future semester without re-registering, paying tuition and retaking the course.An Incomplete Grade Contract Form between the student and the faculty member, stipulating the assignment(s) required to finish the course and the time frame for submission, is required and should be filed with the department or dean’s office when an incomplete grade is assigned. Coursework must be completed by the date specified in the contract, not to exceed one year.Upon completion of the required coursework, the faculty member must submit a Change of Grade Form to the Office of the Registrar. If coursework is not completed by the contract deadline and the faculty member does not submit a Change of Grade Form at that time, the incomplete will become a permanent grade. The student has until the last day of class of the first full semester following the end of the contract to resolve any grading discrepancies.No Basis GradesA no basis (NB) grade may be used when the student has not attended or there is insufficient student progress and/or attendance for evaluation to occur. No credit is awarded, nor is NB calculated in the GPA. However, this grade may be used to determine satisfactory academic progress for purposes of federal financial aid. This is a permanent grade and may not be used to substitute for the incomplete grade. It cannot be removed later by completing outstanding work. Earning a NB grade in a retaken course will not replace the grade previously earned. Faculty must submit a last date of attendance in conjunction with this grade.Academic Rights of StudentsThe university has the responsibility of providing a program of high-quality education in keeping with its financial resources; students have protection through campus-specific procedures against arbitrary or capricious academic evaluation as outlined in the Academic Rights of Students. Student performance shall be evaluated solely on an academic basis, not on opinions or conduct in matters unrelated to academic standards. Students are responsible for completion of their academic program, for familiarity with all requirements of the university catalog and for maintaining an acceptable grade point average for degree requirements. Students have the right to be informed at the beginning of each term of the nature of the course, course expectations, evaluation standards and the grading system.Academic DisputesThe first step to any academic conflict should be between the student and person responsible for the action or decision under dispute. If a resolution cannot be reached, the next step is to progress your dispute to that person’s immediate supervisor. This could be the instructor if your dispute is with another student, or the Dean of the college if your dispute is with an instructor. For the complete dispute process, visit the UAA Student Complaints and Disputes page.Required Tools and TechnologiesTechnology can be overwhelming, especially when you are relying upon it for your education. UAA has created a general webpage for Getting Started with Technology. Remember: when installing software, always pay attention to each screen before you click a Submit or Continue button. Do not accept any optional, third-party download prompts that are commonly presented when installing free software, unless you know that you want that third-party software.The following technologies are required to complete this course:University of Alaska AccountAll students and staff are given a UA username and password. This username and password can be used to log into the wifi network of any UA campus, or to update and view your information and class schedule at UA Online. In the event that you do not know or forget your UA credentials, you can verify your identify and reset your password at any time by visiting the UA Easy Login Maintenance Option. If you are unable to complete any of the three ELMO options, call the UAA IT Help Desk at 907-786-4646, or toll free at 877-633-3888.Distanced-Based TechnologiesUA utilizes several platforms for distance-based, real-time communication between students and faculty. For all distance meetings, you must have a working microphone and use a headset to communicate. It is your responsibility to find a quiet location and avoid excessive background and feedback. A webcam may or may not be required based on your instructor’s requirements. You must also have working speakers in order to hear other participants.BlackboardThis course requires the use of Blackboard. Blackboard is an online learning management system that can be accessed by visiting class.alaska.edu. You will log in with your University of Alaska user name and password. Upon logging in, you will see a list of all courses that you are enrolled in and some of these courses may not utilize Blackboard. The instructor may have customized the name of the course as it appears within this list. The default name for a course within Blackboard is:Category_Course_Section_Year+Semester Code (01 is Winter, 02 is Summer, 03 is Fall).If you are unable to see your course listed within Blackboard, contact your instructor or the IT Services team. You are likely enrolled in the course, but there may be an issue with your account that is preventing you from seeing the course.High Speed InternetHigh speed internet is required to stream/view course materials and/or class discussions. For most courses, if you are able to stream Netflix or YouTube, you should be fine. A few courses may have specific bandwidth requirements, however, and these should be discussed in the course syllabus as well as communicated to students in advance.You can test your download and upload speed at any time by visiting a bandwidth speed test website, such as this speed test by Ookla. When testing your bandwidth, make sure that the webpage is fully loaded before beginning the test to achieve the most accurate results. Other users who are sharing your network resources at the same time will impact this test. Coordinate with those other users to maximize your bandwidth during class time.ZoomUniversity of Alaska utilizes Zoom for video conferencing. Download Zoom for Meetings, iOS, Android, Firefox, or Chrome. The instructor will have all Zoom meeting times, dates, and links available within the Blackboard course shell. You can also log in to Zoo via Your UA Zoom Account.Collaborate UltraThis course utilizes Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. To join a Collaborate Ultra session, go to your Blackboard course shell at classes.alaska.edu and click Tools, then Blackboard Collaborate Ultra. Your instructor may have a direct link to Collaborate Ultra within the course navigation menu. If you are unable to locate Blackboard Collaborate Ultra, contact your instructor for assistance. For help navigating Collaborate Ultra, view Blackboard’s Collaborate Ultra page, or call PWSC’s Instructional Designer at 907-834-1646.Collaborate Standalone ApplicationThis course utilizes the Blackboard Collaborate Standalone application. To join a Collaborate session, go to your Blackboard course shell at classes.alaska.edu and click Tools, then Blackboard Collaborate. Your instructor may have a direct link to Collaborate within the course navigation menu. If you are unable to locate Blackboard Collaborate, contact your instructor for assistance.Clicking on a Collaborate link will download a small Java application. Open this application once and wait for the Collaborate program to initialize. This can take up to a minute depending on your computer. Attempting to open the file multiple times will eventually result in multiple instances of Collaborate being open. For additional information on Collaborate, you could view the online Collaborate Help Manual, or call PWSC’s Instructional Designer at 907-834-1646.Google ServicesUse your UA @alaska.edu Google account for all course activities that require the use of any online Google service. Access these services by logging into webmail.alaska.edu using your UA user name and password. There is an icon next to your profile icon at the top right of the web page that is your quick-access panel to all Google services. These services are independent of any prior or future Google account you may own or create.Individual and group trainings are available for any Google service through the PWSC IT Department. Contact Megan Gunderson at 907-834-1648 or mbgunderson@alaska.edu to schedule a training.YouTubeThis course utilizes YouTube for creating and sharing student-created video content.Google DriveThis course utilizes Google Drive for sharing large files.Google HangoutsThis course utilizes Google Hangouts for distance-based, real-time communication between students and the instructor.Google DocsThis course requires students to create a variety of content utilizing Google’s Office Productivity Suite.Web Browsers & PluginsUnless specified by the instructor for a particular assignment or reason, students are free to download and use their preferred web browser. Microsoft Edge and Apple Safari are the default browser for Windows and Macintosh respectively. Students are encouraged to download at least one other third-party browser such as Firefox and/or Chrome.JavaThis course relies on content that requires Java. Students can install Java for free. Instructors must ensure that any Java-based content is compatible with the most recent version of Java available. The student is responsible for utilizing these Java-based programs on a non-commercial, personal computer. Older versions of Java may no longer be accessible from a UA computer lab. The student must immediately alert the instructor of any difficulties in running course-mandated, Java-based applications.Adobe FlashThis course relies on content that requires Adobe Flash. Students can install Flash for free.Adblock PlusAdblock Plus is a free, optional plugin for most web browsers that allows you to block intrusive ads, pop-ups, commercials, etc. It can also be disabled for websites that require ads. Basic understanding of how to install, disable, and remove web browser add-ons required. Download it for free.KalturaThis course utilizes Kaltura, a secure platform for creating and sharing student-created video content. Students can access Kaltura by logging into Blackboard and, on the main screen, finding and clicking the My Media link.Kaltura does not presently support multi-resolution streaming. Students may be required to download instead of stream video content and must alert the instructor of video files become excessively large.Microsoft Office 365As a University of Alaska student, you are entitled to download and install the Microsoft Office Suite on up to 5 of your personal devices (Mac and/or PC). To download your complimentary software, you must use your UA email address and password. For full directions on logging into your UA Microsoft Office account, click here.If you are unable to log in, as occurs in rare instances, contact UAA IT Services by phone at 907-786-4646 or toll free at 877-633-3888. This issue is generally resolved quickly during your phone call. Unique RequirementsIn addition to the general technology requirements outlined above, there are additional requirements unique to this course:No Special RequirementsAll additional required technologies and materials will be available to the student during class.Additional Hardware Requirements[Use this space to specify if users must use an iPad, Android operating system, Linux, a Windows desktop computer, or a Mac desktop computer for the course. If you can’t think of any, Simply put none, or delete this area.]Additional Software Requirements[What other unique software does your course require? This is going to be a bigger issue for simulations-based or programming-related courses. Include Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modeling/CAD software, IDEs, etc. If you can’t think of any, Simply put none, or delete this area.] Additional Other Requirements[What other unique requirements does your course have that’s not software? For example, specialized equipment the user must buy, such as Lego robotics kit, Arduino electronics kit, outdoor recreation gear, access passes to non-UA services, etc. If you can’t think of any, Simply put none, or delete this area. If students have to make their own youtube presentations, you could specify video camera, smart phone camera, OBS Screencasting software, etc. This also includes special paper formats like MLA and APA and links to those resources.]IT Services HelpPWSC is a branch campus of University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA). You can always call the PWSC IT help line at 907-834-1650, and IT staff will forward you to a UAA or UA specialist if necessary.UAA IT ServicesThe UAA IT Services Service Center is staffed Monday-Friday from 7am to 8pm and Saturday from 10am to 2pm. The professional technicians can assist you with:Password and PIN reset.Trouble with your UA account and UA services:Trouble accessing Blackboard or UA OnlineSoftware understanding.Downloading UAA-licensed Symantec AntivirusDownloading UA-keyed Software such as VPN clients, Adobe products, etc.Technical requests.General questions about technology.Call 907-786-4646 or toll free at 1-877-633-3888. Once you call, stay on the line until the technician works with you and you have verified that your technical issue has been addressed.PWSC IT ServicesThe PWSC IT Services Service Center is staffed Monday-Friday from 7am to 4pm by a professional technician. Call 907-834-1650 or email uaa_pwscitservices@alaska.edu. They can assist you with local IT issues such as:Accessing Wi-Fi on campus/dorms.Campus technology (printers, work stations, labs, Zoom, etc.).Technical requests.General questions about technology.Distance learning technology requirements and troubleshooting.Google-certified instructor for assisting students with any problems utilizing any Google service.Virus removal and personal computer hardware issues are not supported. Students are advised to reinstall their operating system and practice safer web browsing habits if a computer virus is acquired. PWSC Instructional DesignPWSC’s Instructional Designer, Don Bickley, 907-834-1646 or dlbickley@alaska.edu, assists students with issues that they are encountering within their course. This includes but is not limited to:Verification of enrollment in a Blackboard course shell.General Blackboard issues.Help using Blackboard Collaborate.Concerns or Complaints about Instructor course design/organization.Campus technology issues Monday-Thursday from 4pm to 9pm. Other hours vary.University and Academic Policies and ProceduresIt is the responsibility of the individual student to become familiar with the policies and regulations of the University of Alaska Anchorage in the University Catalog and in the Student Handbook. Student Code of ConductAs with all members of the University community, the University requires students to conduct themselves honestly and responsibly, and to respect the rights of others. Conduct that unreasonably interferes with the learning environment or that violates the rights of others is prohibited by the standards and guidelines collectively described as the Student Code of Conduct.Students are expected to know and follow the?Student Code of Conduct. If an instructor has reason to believe that plagiarism, cheating, or?academic dishonesty, as defined in the?Student Code of Conduct,?has occurred, the matter will be referred to the Office of the Dean of Students. If there is a finding from the Dean of Students that plagiarism, cheating, or?academic?dishonesty has occurred,?academic?sanctions imposed by the instructor may include substantial reduction of the grade for the assignment, 0 (no credit) for the assignment, or a failing grade for the course.Academic IntegrityDisciplinary action may be initiated by the University and disciplinary sanctions imposed against any student found responsible for committing, attempting to commit, or intentionally assisting in the commission of academic dishonesty. ?Academic dishonesty applies to examinations, assignments, laboratory reports, fieldwork, practicums, creative projects, or other academic activities.The following examples constitute forms of academic dishonesty prohibited by the Student Code of Conduct and are not intended to define prohibited conduct in exhaustive terms, but rather to set forth examples to serve as guidelines for acceptable and unacceptable behavior:presenting as their own the ideas or works of others without proper citation of sources;utilizing devices not authorized by the faculty member;using sources (including but not limited to text, images, computer code, and audio/video files) not authorized by the faculty member;providing assistance without the faculty member’s permission to another student, or receiving assistance not authorized by the faculty member from anyone (with or without their knowledge);submitting work done for academic credit in previous classes, without the knowledge and advance permission of the current faculty member;acting as a substitute or utilizing a substitute;deceiving faculty members or other representatives of the University to affect a grade or to gain admission to a program or course;fabricating or misrepresenting data;possessing, buying, selling, obtaining, or using a copy of any material intended to be used as an instrument of assessment in advance of its administration;altering grade records of their own or another student’s work;offering a monetary payment or other remuneration in exchange for a grade; orviolating the ethical guidelines or professional standards of a given program.In addition to any adverse academic action, which may result from engaging in academically dishonest behavior, the University specifically reserves the right to address and sanction the conduct involved through the Student Conduct?Review Procedures. Academic actions are reviewable under the Academic Dispute Resolution munications Via E-mailPWSC and UAA use e-mail to communicate with students on many important matters. The University automatically assigns each student an official UA e-mail account. To manage your e-mail account, go to UAA's Email page to find out more about your email account. Contact the UAA IT Call center by telephone at 907-786-4646 or Toll Free 877-633-3888, or by e-mail at callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu if you need assistance. Blackboard AccessStudents will be required to participate in Blackboard for discussion groups and to access course documents. To access Blackboard, go to the UAA Blackboard portal: . The link is found in the upper left-hand corner. If you do not know your user name or password, call the Information Technology Department at 907-786-4646. You will hear waiting music and then a technician will assist you. You can also reset your username and password by visiting the UA Easy Login Maintenance Option.UAA/APU Consortium LibraryThe Consortium Library serves students, staff, and faculty of UAA and APU. They provide in-person and online resources for all subjects taught at UAA.UAA Learning CommonsThe Learning Commons provides UAA students with resources to achieve academic success. Located in the Sally Monsurad Hall (SMH), they house a writing center, math lab, tutoring resources, the Academic Coaching Center, the Center for Language Learning, additional computer labs and the Math Emporium.PWSC students are encouraged to contact their instructor for assistance with tutoring needs. Students can also contact PWSC Academic Advisor Heidi Franke at 907-834-1646 or hafranke@alaska.edu for assistance in locating Valdez-based services similar to the Anchorage-based services provided at Sally Monsurad Hall.Student SafetySafety is a priority at UAA. If you have an immediate emergency, dial 911. All members of the academic community are encouraged to take responsibility for their own safety by taking the time to locate the nearest exits and emergency telephones when they are in campus buildings. Safety concerns may be brought to the attention of UAA faculty or staff, the UAA University Police at 907-786-1120 (V/TTY), or the Valdez Police Department at 907-835-4560.Ensuring a Climate of Equity, Respect & SafetyThe UAA Office of Equity and Compliance affirms its commitment to a safe and healthy educational and work environment in which educational programs, employment, and activities are free of discrimination and harassment. Our staff administers and ensures compliance with university policies, procedures, and programs on equal opportunity, discrimination, affirmative action, discriminatory harassment, sexual misconduct, stalking, and retaliation.Title IX, EEO, and NondiscriminationThe University of Alaska is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educational institution.? The University of Alaska does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, age, sex, physical or mental disability, status as a protected veteran, marital status, changes in marital status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, parenthood, sexual orientation, gender identity, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, or other legally protected status. The University's commitment to nondiscrimination, including against sex discrimination, applies to students, employees, and applicants for admission and employment. Contact information, applicable laws, and complaint procedures are included on?UA's statement of nondiscrimination.University of Alaska Board of Regents have clearly stated in BOR Policy that discrimination, harassment and violence will not be tolerated on any campus of the University of Alaska. If you believe you are experiencing discrimination or any form of harassment including sexual harassment/misconduct/assault, you are encouraged to report that behavior. If you disclose sexual harassment or sexual violence to a faculty member or any university employee, they must notify the UAA Title IX Coordinator about the basic facts of the incident. Your choices for disclosure include: You may confidentially disclose and access confidential counseling by contacting the UAA Student Health & Counseling Center at 907-786-4040.You may access support and file a Title IX report by contacting the UAA Title IX Coordinator at 786-6086.You may file a criminal complaint by contacting the UAA University Police Department at 907-786-1120. If you have an immediate emergency, always dial 911Disability Support ServicesIf you experience a disability or suspect you experience a disability, please contact Disability Support Services to arrange for disability related accommodation. UAA is committed to providing equal access to learning opportunities to students with documented disabilities. To ensure access to this class, and your program, please contact DSS to engage in a confidential conversation about the process for requesting accommodations.?Accommodations are not provided retroactively.?Students are encouraged to register with DSS as soon as they begin their program. UAA encourages students to access all resources available through DSS for consistent support and access to their programs.?To access disability support services, students may seek assistance through the Student Services office at PWSC (phone 834-1612 or email amhinkle@alaska.edu)? or on-line at?uaa.alaska.edu/dss?.? All students seeking assistance will be required to provide current disability documentation that supports the requested services.PWSC Care TeamIf you or someone you know needs support, is distressed, or exhibits concerning behavior, make a referral to the PWSC Care team. The PWSC Care Team's purpose is to promote a safe and productive learning, living and working environment by addressing the needs of students. Your instructor may contact the Care Team to seek support for you. University of Alaska encourage you to fill out a referral to the PWSC Care Team if you or a classmate may be in need of help.?Safety in Online EnvironmentsUAA will never send you an unsolicited email asking you for your password or other personal information. If you receive such a message, please delete it. If you have any concerns, contact the IT Call Center at 907-786-4646, or via email at callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu. If you experience cyber bullying, cyberstalking, or other inappropriate conduct as part of your involvement in a UAA class, please notify your instructor immediately.Student AffairsThe Student Affairs website is presented by UAA’s Office of Student Affairs to provide staff and administrators with a convenient and useful reference to UAA policies and procedures. It is not intended to be all-inclusive, but provided for general guidance only. The PWSC Student Affairs office can be reached at 907-834-1600 Monday-Friday, from 8am to 5pm, or at pwsc.student.services@alaska.edu.Policies may be revised and new policies created as appropriate. The Office of Student Affairs reserves the right to make changes and additions to this page without prior notice. For final authority, users should refer to the approval entity included under each policy.Building EvacuationsIn the event of a building evacuation, we will reconvene at an announced location. A building evacuation does not mean class is canceled.Campus-Wide EmergenciesThe UA Alerts Notification System makes every effort to release information about emergencies (incidents) that may disrupt university operations.?If you have an immediate emergency, dial 911 (8-911 if using a campus phone in a classroom or office).After Hours Safety on Campus Use the buddy system when going in and out of buildings at night and walk in well-lit areas.Anchorage CampusUniversity phones can be used to reach the Campus Police at 907-786-1120 or a cell phone at 907-786-1120. There are emergency phones located by the entrances of each building. If you have an immediate emergency, dial 911.Valdez CampusUniversity phones are located in each room on campus. There is also a poster that lists the room number for your current location. If you have an immediate emergency and you are using a campus phone, dial 8-911. If calling from a cell phone during an immediate emergency, dial 911.Smoke Free CampusOut of respect for others and the campus environment, tobacco use and smoking, including the use of electronic cigarettes and similar products are prohibited on university property. (UA BOR Policy P05.12.102).Emergency SupportThe mission of the Student Health and Counseling Center is to promote the optimal health of our University community by providing access to high quality and affordable primary outpatient health care, preventative health care, individual counseling, consulting, outreach and health education. It is through this pursuit that we support the mission of the University of Alaska Anchorage and the growth of each individual.Food AssistanceIf you experience food insecurity, please connect with the UAA Emergency Food Cache via the Student Health and Counseling Center in Rasmuson 120 or by phone at?907-786-4040.In Valdez, the Valdez Food Bank is open every Thursday from 4:30pm to 6:30pm and can be reached at 907-835-3663. No qualification or proof of need is required.Other AssistanceVarious resources (housing, financial, medical) resources may be investigated through the Dean of Students Office in Anchorage in Rasmuson 122, or by calling?907-786-1214. If you are comfortable doing so, connect with your instructor so that they can guide you to resources that may be appropriate depending on the nature of the situation. ................
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