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INSTRUCTOR

Professor: Dr. Lawrence Miller

Seminole and eCampus

Location: UP Center

Office Hours: By Appointment Only

Email: Miller.Lawrence@spcollege.edu

The best way to contact me is by using email on the MyCourses website.

ADMINSTRATION

Dr. Joseph Smiley, Dean, Social and Behavioral Sciences

Office location: Tarpon Springs Campus, PS 105

Office phone number: 727-712-5851

INSTRUCTOR PHILOSOPHY:

I am committed to promoting student success. My goal is to promote the development of the critical thinking, communication and writing skills of all students at SPC. Second, I value freedom of expression and diversity. All student views and beliefs are welcome and will be respected. Supporting diversity, in all its forms, is also a cornerstone of any higher education institution and I pledge to always support all forms of diversity and to never engage in any type of discrimination. I expect students to do the same.

COURSE INFORMATION (6 Weeks)

Course: POS 2041-74 (Section 2023)

American Government, Zoom Online

Begins: June 15, 2020 (Summer Session 2020)

Ends: July 24, 2020

COURSE DESCRIPTION

This survey course provides a comprehensive examination of the American political system. Through this course students will become familiar with theory, organization, principles, and function of the American national government, and various elements within the political system that impact policy outcomes.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

The student in this course will:

#1-Students will define the purposes and forms of government, with emphasis on our democratic republic.

#2- Students will identify the impact of philosophical, historical, and political backgrounds of the founding documents of the United

States government by: 

a.  recalling the historical details leading to the formation of the United States.

b.  explaining the foundational values of the Declaration of Independence.

c.  cognizing the values and conflicts present at the writing of the United States Constitution.

d.  differentiating federal and state powers provided by United States Constitution.

#3-Students will examine the institutions of the United States government by:

a.   identifying the institutions of the United States Government as outlined within the US Constitution.

b.   distinguishing the powers of the Legislative, Executive and Judicial branches as delineated in the US Constitution.

c.  contrasting competing interests within in the United States government.

#4- Students will analyze the continuing evolution of the Constitution in the United States by:

a. exploring the evolution of civil liberties, especially as determined by landmark US Supreme Court cases.

b. examining the significance of the 14th amendment and the continuing development of civil rights for all citizens.

c. identifying landmark legislation and executive actions as well as their impact on political behavior.

#5- Students will participate in civic engagement and recognize additional factors that impact governance and public policy in the United States by defining the role and affect of influences, such as; political parties, interest groups, the media, public opinion and political participation.

6.  Students will demonstrate research, writing and critical thinking skills.

PREREQUISITES

Prerequisites: (ENC0020, ENC0025, ENC0990, ENC0056 or ENC0055) and (REA0017, REA0002, REA0990 or REA0056); or EAP1695; or appropriate scores on SPC placement test. Cannot be taken with IDS 2103H.

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK & OTHER RESOURCE INFORMATION

• This course will use open-source materials, and, as such, it does not have a required textbook.

o Reading materials will be provided online in the PDF format and electronically via the OpenStax website operated by Rice University.  

▪ Krutz, Glen & Sylvie Waskiewicz. 2019. American Government, 2ed. OpenStax, Rice University (XanEdu Publishing Inc): Houston, Texas. ISBN 13: 978-1593995768 (ISBN-13: 978-1-947172-65-4)

▪ American Government 2e by OpenStax is licensed under Creative Commons Attribution License v4.0

IMPORTANT DATES

Drop with Withdrawal “W” Grade before 60% date: 07/07/2020

Active Participation (60% of Assignments Completed) Due: 07/17/2020 11:59pm

CLASS SCHEDULE: Adjusted as Necessary

Here is the Class Schedule. Please notice that each unit contains several Discussion Boards and/or Writing Assignments Each. This is a Zoom online class so class participation will play a role in the grading process. The class meets every Tuesday starting June 16th at 11:30am to 1:30pm. It will not be a straight lecture you will be asked questions and can ask questions about the material we are covering for that day.

The assignments for each module (except the Exam) are all due on the same date for all corresponding assignments within that module. Thus, the discussions and writing assignments are always due on the same date. Please consider that when planning your assignments. Give yourself ample time. Pay attention to the late policy penalty on the Syllabus.

Finally, there is a Civic Engagement/Awareness project. Please read the CE packet which explains the assignment. You will do a 2 or 4 page report depending on whether or not you do 4-5 hours of community engagement. 

There is an Extra Credit Assignment for those who chose to do it.

Please email me any questions.

CLASS SCHEDULE: Adjusted as Necessary

Module 1: Due June, 17th, Citizenship Quiz, Quiz 1

Module 2: Due June 22nd Quiz 2, Discussion 1

Modules 3 &4: Due June 26th, Quiz 3 & 4, Writing Assignment 1, Discussion 2

Midterm Exam: Due July 02nd (contains content from Module 5)

Modules 5& 6: Due July 01st, Quiz 5 & 6, Discussion 3, Writing Assignment 2

Modules 7 and 8: Due July 08th, Quiz 7 & 8, Written Writing Assignment 3

Module 9: Due July 15th, Quiz 9 & 10, Discussion 4

Civic Engagement Project: Due July 20th

Final Exam: Due July 21st

Other Assignments:

Extra Credit: Due July 22nd

SUBMITTING ASSIGNMENTS

• Assignments are to be submitted though the assignment item in its module

• Students should also keep an electronic copy of all assignments submitted on their personal computer until the end of the semester.

• Assignments will be submitted for an originality check (plagiarism detection).

Please do not wait until the last minute to submit assignments. You are submitting items over the Internet. There are many things that can go wrong in the path between your computer and the My Courses course site. Your personal computer/Internet Service Provider issues are not acceptable explanations of late work. I will only accept assignments by email (rivero.douglas@spcollege.edu) during emergency situations when connection problems are the result of equipment or Internet failure at BCU. In addition, if tech problems create a significant hardship to the submission your assignment by the due date, I will adjust the due date. This information will be relayed by email and through an announcement.

More info on ASSIGNMENTS

Just as in the “real world”, assignments are varied, integrated, and overlapping, and students must focus on multiple issues, projects, and demands. Students must, therefore, take responsibility for planning and pacing their own work as well as developing time management skills. It is imperative that you submit your work for the 1st and 2nd weeks of class. Therefore due dates June 17th and June 22nd are when attendance will be taken. If your work is not submitted by those dates you will be dropped from the class

GRADING

Letter grades will be determined on the following basis:

|Grading Scale |Assignment Categories |

|90-100% |A |Tests (2 @ 150 pts each Mid Term & Final) |300 pts |

|80-89% |B |Essays (3@ 50 pts each) |150 pts |

|70-79% |C |Discussion Blogs (4 @ 50 pts each) | 200 pts|

|60-69% |D |Civic Engagement/Awareness |100 pts |

| | |Quizzes (12 @ 25 pts each) |250 pts |

|  |Total |1000 pts |

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You should not base your progress in the course on your grade point average, but on the amount of points you achieve. For example, if you achieved at the end of the course at least 700 points that is a C grade, if you achieve at least 800 points that is a B grade and finally if you have achieved at least 900 points that is an A grade. Anything below 700 points is an F grade, obviously.

Rubrics for essays and discussion boards will be posted on My Courses.

MAKE-UP AND LATE ASSIGNMENTS POLICY

Students are expected to comply with assignment due dates. Please notify me if you cannot comply with the due dates as posted in the Schedule of Assignments and in the Course Info area of the course.

Late work is penalized accordingly: (Exams may not be turned in late)

1-3 days = 15% penalty

Beyond 3 days= no grade

BREAKDOWN of WRITING ASSIGNMENTS:

There will be THREE Essay Papers and ONE Civic Engagement Paper

There will be FOUR Discussion Boards : Writing Requirements There is a substantial writing requirement in this course. To satisfy this requirement, you will write several types of papers and reply to discussion posts topics. Take care to organize your thoughts before you post your response to discussion post topic. Check your spelling, sentence and paragraph structure before you post. After you post you cannot delete what you posted and I don’t review your post before it is submitted. All assignments completed through MyCourses must be submitted within the allotted time. E-mailed assignments outside of MyCourses will NOT be graded unless I give you permission to do so. Make sure to save a copy of all your work outside of MyCourses before you submit it. You must use the APA citation style for all writing assignments in this course.

Refer to The Little, Brown Handbook for examples of the APA style. There should be a copy of this book on reserve at SPC libraries. You can access APA citation style information online through the SPC library online Web site. Here is the APA page.

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT PROJECT INFO

Please review the Civic Engagement information below to understand the 100 point civic engagement project. You can do an engagement project or an awareness project depending on your interests and lifestyle. Overall, the goal is to learn about a pertinent and pressing community issue and to examine ways in which citizens can participate in the development of their community. Please click on the link as the awareness/engagement projects each contain different components.

GRADING BREAKDOWN:

Upon successful completion of the course the student will, with a minimum of 70% accuracy, demonstrate mastery of each of the above stated objectives through classroom measures developed by individual course instructors.

The final numerical grade will be converted to a letter grade according to the following scale

A 90 - 100% (900 to 1000 points)

B 80 - 89% (800 to 890 points)

C 70 - 79% (700 to 790 points)

D 60 - 69% (600 to 690 points)

F less than 60% (less than 600 points)

Note: State policy specifies that students may not repeat a college credit course for which a grade of “C” or higher has been earned except by appeal to the campus Academic Appeals committee. Students may repeat a college credit course one time without penalty. At the third attempt, students will pay the full cost of instruction (out of state tuition rate). In addition, at the third attempt students may NOT receive a grade of “I,” “W,” or “X,” but must receive the letter grade earned. This grade will be averaged into the overall grade point average.

**Students must achieve a 70% or better to pass the course. **

This is an SPC College Writing Requirement course, which requires the successful completion of 2,000 words.  You will have the opportunity to meet this requirement through, Discussion Forums, Written Assignments and a Research Project.

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ASSIGNMENTS

Quizzes (250 points) - 12 Quizzes for a total of 250 points--25% of your final grade

You will have 10 Chapter quizzes, one Citizenship quiz, and a General Education Survey for a total of 250 points, 25% of your final grade.

In each module, you will have a quiz on the assigned chapter(s) in that module. All quizzes will be comprised of multiple choice questions.

Discussion Forums (200 points) - 4 Discussion Forums, each worth 50 points, for a total of 200 points--20% of your final grade.

You will have discussion posts in many of your modules. Each Discussion Forum will include a learning assignment with discussion prompts and requires a reply to a classmate's post. The discussion forums provides for the exchange of ideas which is vital to learning. The posts will be graded for content, grammar and spelling. You will not receive any points if you do not post an assignment post (even if you post reply posts). Your posts will partially contribute to the SPC Writing requirement.

Written Assignments (150 points) - 3 Written Assignments, each worth 50 points, for a total of 150 points--15% of your final grade.

You will be asked to apply what you have learned in three different modules with well-written essay submissions. You will receive clear instructions on the specifics.  All written work must be submitted to the Dropboxes within the course. The Dropboxes utilize Turnitin in order to detect plagiarism. These submissions will be graded based upon completion of the assignment requirements as well as content, grammar and spelling. Complete all submissions adequately to earn credit. Your written assignments will partially contribute to the SPC Writing Requirement.

Civic Engagement Project (100 points) - 1 Civic Engagement project worth 100 points--10% of your final grade.

In this course, you are also required to complete a civic engagement research project. This assignment is also listed in the main lessons section of MyCourses. Overall, the goal is for you, the student, to become more socially and civically connected to the needs of your community and to promote the importance of community engagement and community service.  

The civic engagement project is divided into two parts. 

Each part is worth 50 points. 

PART 1 (50 points)

Two Options (Select One):

• Volunteer at a non-profit organization or interest group, provide the required documents, and submit a summary paragraph in at least 200 words; OR

• Attend in person a local government meeting, provide proof of attendance, submit the Engage for Change survey, and submit a summary paragraph in at least 200 words.

 

Option 1 Requirements:

• Volunteer for at least five (5) hours at a non-profit or civic organization that serves your community.

• Your volunteer work must be current, completed during the course of our class.

• Submit a summary paragraph of your volunteer work in at least 200 words.

• The paragraph should specifically describe the organization that you volunteered for and the nature of work that you performed. It should also discuss some reasons as to why civic engagement is important. Support this paragraph with one to two academic sources in proper APA citation format.  

• Submit a signed SPC Release of Liability Form 

• Complete the Engage for Change Survey and Submit a screenshot of the survey confirmation page in the assignment dropbox.

• Submit all of the aforementioned documents into the assignment dropbox by the due date.

• Two Options to Submit the Required Documents

1. Take a picture of each document, copy-and-paste all of them into the MS Word document with the reflection paragraph, and upload it into the assignment dropbox.

2. Print, fill, sign, scan and pload the document in the assignment dropbox.

• Failure to submit any of the aforementioned documents will result in no credit being given for the assignment.

 

Option 2 Requirements:

• Attend in person a local government meeting in its entirety.

• You are required to provide a proof of attendance, including the name, signature, and official contact information (phone number or e-mail) of the government official or meeting organizer. 

• Click on the following hyperlink for Local Government Meeting Proof of Attendance.

• Examples of Local Government Meetings

• Pinellas County Government calendar:

• Hillsborough County Government Calendar:

• Provide a summary paragraph of the government meeting in at least 200 words.

• The paragraph should specifically describe the type of the meeting and issues discussed in it. It should also discuss some reasons as to why civic engagement is important. Support this paragraph with one to two academic sources in proper APA citation format. 

• Complete the Engage for Change Survey. 

• Submit the survey confirmation page in the assignment dropbox

• Failure to submit any of the aforementioned documents will result in no credit being given for the assignment.

 

Important Information

• Part 1 is due March 22, 2020.

• Do not e-mail your assignment/documents!

o E-mailed assignments will not be considered for grading.

 

PART 2 (50 Points)

In this part, you are required to submit a reflection paper about the civic engagement experience (completed in Part 1) in at least 1000 words. 

NOTE: You must complete Part 1 of the assignment to receive credit for Part 2.

Option 1 Requirements:

• Your civic engagement research paper must be in at least 1000 words.

o The penalty for not following the length requirement will range from 20% to 70%.

• Describe the vision and mission of the organization you volunteered for.

• Describe the presenting issue facing the community.

• What did you learn about the specific community or societal concern?

• What kinds of leadership and civic engagement did you witness?

• Did you learn anything new about yourself after the experience?

• What are the strengths and weaknesses of this organization?

• Find 2 articles/sources that discuss the significance and/or impact of civic/community engagement on the surrounding community

• Summarize the findings of the articles.

• Answer the following question:

o In your view, what is the most important aspect of civic engagement & what would you do to promote civic engagement to your friends & family?

 

Option 2 Requirements:

• Your civic engagement research paper must be in at least 1000 words.

o The penalty for not following the length requirement will range from 20% to 70%.

• Describe the issue(s) debated in the meeting.

• Describe how members of the government dealt with the issue(s).

• Describe the process how the meeting was conducted.

• Describe the presenting issue facing the community.

• What did you learn about the specific community or societal concern?

• What kinds of leadership and civic engagement did you witness?

• Did you learn anything new about yourself after the experience?

• Find two (2) articles/sources that discuss the significance and/or impact of civic/community engagement on the surrounding community

o Summarize the findings of the articles.

• Answer the following question:

o In your view, what is the most important aspect of civic engagement & what would you do to promote civic engagement to your friends & family?

Project Format

• The length of your response paper must be of no less than 1000 words, excluding the title, abstract, and reference page(s).

• Your project must be in double-spaced pages in a Microsoft Word Format, 12 font size, and 1(one) inch margins.

• The project must be written in the APA Writing format.

o See the following sample paper for more information about how your paper should look like structurally. 

o Use the SPC Library APA Citation Assistance page for help with APA formatting.

o The penalty for not following the APA writing format will range from 10% to 50%.

Important Information

• Part 2 of the Civic Engagement Research Project is due on April 26, 2020.

• Do not e-mail your documents and reflection paper! E-mailed materials will not be considered for grading.

Exams (300 points) - This course will include a Mid-term exam and a Final Exam, each worth 150 points, for a total of 30% of your final grade.  Each exam will cover the materials within the modules of POS 2041. This will include the corresponding chapters in your textbook as well as all of the supplemental materials provided up to that point.

The mid-term exam and the final exam will be administered online and will have a time limit. 

While the exam will be unproctored and taken at your convenience within the due date, they should reflect your work alone. You may may use your notes and textbook while taking the exams but you may not start and stop the exam, so please prepare to take the exams at a time when you will have uninterrupted computer access. Prepare well before opening the exam.  

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STUDENTS’ EXPECTATIONS AND INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS

Expectations of students:

• Log in into the several times a week.

• Check your e-mails frequently.

• Keep up with the material covered every week

• Complete all quizzes and exams by scheduled due date.

• Participate timely in all online discussions.

• Produce written assignments and research project with your own work and submit them on time.

• Abide by the standards of academic honesty and student code of conduct

• Communicate your concerns or questions to your instructor through mycourses email. 

• Be courteous and respectful in all classroom communication.

• Approach the subject in a positive manner; enjoy learning about politics and government

 

Expectations of the instructor:

• To follow the syllabus and provide you with information regarding any necessary changes.

• Provide ongoing feedback and respond timely to student concerns.

• Create assessments and exams that reflect the stated learning expectations for the course.

• Grade your work fairly and promptly, shorter assignments will be graded within a week of the due date, longer assignments, particularly Research Projects may take up to several weeks.

• Reply promptly to your emails answered within 24-72 hours (excluding holidays), if you use MyCourses email (If you use SPC email it may go to spam and I may miss your message).

• To provide positive feedback, encouragement and respect.

• To maintain a courteous and safe atmosphere in the online environment.

• Highlight the importance of the subject matter by using real examples.

• Do my best to get you to appreciate and enjoy politics!

 REQUIRED INTERACTION

Students are required to complete assignments and communicate with the instructor when extraneous circumstances present themselves that would affect you in order to be in consideration of an extension.

Students are strongly encouraged to contact the instructor before withdrawing from the class.

EXTRA CREDIT- Please check the extra credit module for information on possible extra credit assignments.

EVALUATION TECHNIQUES

Note on Writing Activities: Your grade in this section will reflect the quality of the college level writing you produce – not necessarily your effort. While extra effort is admirable, you will be successful throughout the remainder of your college experience only if you are able to produce college level writing.

SPECIAL NOTE ON ESSAYS:

• Thesis Statement (20 points): The thesis states statement highlights the main ideas/arguments of the essay

• Organization/Clarity (20 points): The essay is clear and well-organized. The ideas are expressed with little confusion for the reader. The essay consists of an introductory paragraph, several paragraphs that contain the content and a conclusionary paragraph.

• Factual Information (40 points.): The information presented supports the thesis statement. The essay is factually correct and accurately represents and cites facts and ideas. There is a strong breadth of content.

• Grammar/Spelling/Following Directions (20 points): The essay is well-written. It contains correct spelling. The student avoids sentence fragments and run-on sentences. The essay is at least three pages and is written Times New Roman font (size 12) and is double spaced.

• More info on Formatting included in the Essay Writing component of the Rubrics tab

However, some important points to always remember include:

• Double-space all typing in all documents. A serif typing font should be used, something like Times, Times Roman, or Times New Roman in a 12-point font size. Don't use anything fancy and avoid the non-serif fonts (except for headlines, if you have any), as they can become difficult to read after a while; cursive scripts are forbidden. Never mix font styles.

• Use one-inch margins all the way around the edge of your text. Do not use justified margins (even right margins), even though your word-processor makes that look really nifty. Justified margins tend to create some word-divisions and spacing that are not appropriate.

• Include a page header (also known as the "running head") at the top of every page. To create a page header/running head, insert page numbers flush right. Then type "TITLE OF YOUR PAPER" in the header flush left using all capital letters. The running head is a shortened version of your paper's title and cannot exceed 50 characters including spacing and punctuation.

• Titles page. Please see this web link on the proper way to do title pages.

GRADED ASSIGNMENTS – RETURNED

Student assignments that are submitted by the stated due date will be graded and returned within 1 week of the due date.

Your corrected (graded) assignments with comments about the quality of your work can be accessed through the Student Gradebook. Click on the underlined score for an assignment to open the window containing my comments. Remember your grade is calculated based upon the points you accumulate for the various assignments not your average on those assignments. And your grade will be based upon your points versus 1000 points that you might be able to accumulate if every assignment was perfect. Therefore it makes sense to complete every assignment for your maximum grade.

SYLLABUS/SCHEDULE CHANGES

Occasionally, changes to the syllabus or schedule of assignments may be necessary. Students will be notified of any changes to the syllabus through email or via a Blackboard announcement.

CLASS POLICIES

COURSE ETIQUETTE/NETIQUETTE

1. Students must respect others during class discussions and lectures.

2. Inappropriate language or gestures will not be tolerated.

3. If you require special accommodations, have concerns about the class or class procedures, your grade or if you wish to withdraw from the class, please speak to the instructor before or after class about your needs.

4. Failure to follow these rules could result in you being dropped from the class.

ADDITIONAL MAJOR CLASS POLICIES

1. As commonly defined, plagiarism consists of passing off as one's own the ideas, words, writings, etc., which belong to another. In accordance with this definition, you are committing plagiarism if you copy the work of another person and turn it in as your own, even if you should have the permission of that person. Plagiarism is one of the worst academic sins, for the plagiarist destroys the trust among colleagues without which research cannot be safely communicated.

2. Students should be aware that academic dishonesty involves acts other than plagiarism. Cheating is also another sin in academic work. Ultimately cheating will destroy one’s ability to trust its own ideas and insights. If a student is observed cheating on tests, exams, the student will be subjected to the procedures stipulated in the handbook. Punishment may result in a grad of “F” or dismissal from the course. For more information on this issue please visit spcollege.edu/academichonesty/

3. Course withdrawal: Students should familiarize themselves with the policies and procedures contained in the student handbook. Students who simply discontinue attending class without officially withdrawing from the course will receive a grade based upon the total points they have accumulate in the course. Ordinarily, the result will be a grade of “F.” Please visit the following website for more information and useful links .

4. Everyone can be successful and receive credit for this class. To be successful requires each student to follow the directives outlined here, and to put forth his/her best effort based on each one’s capabilities. If you have questions, concerns or problems, please see the instructor for help immediately.

TECHNICAL SKILL REQUIREMENTS

You should be comfortable with the following:

• using a word processor (changing font, spell check)

• using presentation software (i.e. PowerPoint)

• using email for communication

• sending an email attachment

• navigating the Internet

• using an Internet search engine

AWARENESS OF TEACHING METHODS

The course is taught in an online format. Thus, strategies may include: reading resources (textbooks); written assignments; PowerPoints, individual projects; webinars; use of the discussion blogs, Internet, and email.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES IN GROUND COURSES THAT USE ONLINE COMPONENT

Many students find the student responsibilities and expectations for regular courses to be different from student responsibilities and expectations for ground courses that take advantage of online learning interactivity.

The following statements identify your responsibilities in this course.

• I will ask questions directly and immediately if I do not understand the instructions or due dates for an assignment.

• I will organize my time in a way that allows me to thoughtfully and thoroughly complete assignments.

• I will be responsible for keeping up with when assignments are due and submitting them on time or before they are due.

• I understand that technical problems with D2L, MyCourses require that I contact technical support.

• I will fully participate in online discussion boards by reading and responding respectfully to my classmates and instructor. I understand that participation is a requirement of this course and that it counts toward my grade.

COMMUNICATING WITH THE INSTRUCTOR

Email is typically checked daily. Please allow for a 24-hour response time (may be up to 48 hours on the weekend). Of course, students are very welcome (and encouraged) to meet with the instructor during office hours! Assistance with essay writing, discussions and assessment can be provided individually in a face to face setting. In addition, you can also come to my office to discuss your career aspirations and to seek assistance in finding appropriate internship opportunities!

STUDENT RESOURCES:

COLLEGE CALENDAR - spcollege.edu/calendar/ 

M.M. BENNETT LIBRARIES - spcollege.edu/libraries/ 

CAREER SERVICES - spcollege.edu/careerservices/ 

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES - spcollege.edu/internationalstudents/ 

LEARNING SUPPORT COMMONS (Tutorial Services) - spcollege.edu/tutoring/ 

SPC VETERAN AFFAIRS - spcollege.edu/veterans/ 

Accessibility Resources: Any student whose disability falls within the American Disabilities Act (ADA) and requires accommodations should contact the Learning Specialist on campus. If you have a documented hearing loss, please contact the Program for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing at (727) 791-2628. If you expect to need assistance in the event of an emergency classroom evacuation, please contact your campus Learning Specialist immediately about arrangements for your safety. The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities can be reached at (727) 791-2628 or (727) 791-2710 (CL), (727) 341-4758 (SP/G), (727) 394-6108 (SE), (727) 712-5789 (TS) or (727) 341-4532 (AC). Accommodations will not be provided without documentation in writing from the appropriate St Petersburg College office. Please visit the Disabilities Resources website for more information and useful links .

Advising

A complete list of student support and advising services can be found here:

SEXUAL PREDATOR INFORMATION  

Federal and State law requires a person designated as a “sexual predator or offender” to register with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE is then required to notify the local law enforcement agency where the registrant resides, attends, or is employed by an institution of higher learning. Information regarding sexual predators or offenders attending or employed by an institution of higher learning may be obtained from the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction for the particular campus by calling the FDLE hotline (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or (1-888-357-7332), or by visiting the FDLE website at  

A list of sexual offenders or predators registered for classes at SPC is available here: 

CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY 

For information on campus safety and security policies please contact 727-791-2560. If there are questions or concerns regarding personal safety, please contact the Provost, Associate Provost, Campus Security Officer, or Site Administrator on your campus. spcollege.edu/CampusSafety/ 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT



EMERGENCY PROCEDURES:

Please, familiarize yourself with the emergency procedures and evacuation routes located in the buildings you use frequently. Located in each classroom is an Emergency Response Guide (flip-chart) that contains information for proper actions in response to emergencies. You should be prepared to assess situations quickly and use good judgment in determining a course of action. You should evacuate to assembly areas in an orderly manner when an alarm sounds or when directed to do so by college faculty or staff or emergency personnel. You may access additional emergency information by going to spcollege.edu/security.

DUAL ENROLLMENT, EARLY ADMISSIONS, & EARLY COLLEGE STUDENTS  

A Dual Enrollment, Early Admissions, or Early College student may not withdraw from any college course without permission from the Early College/Dual Enrollment office. Withdrawal from a course may jeopardize the student's graduation from high school. The Dual Enrollment office can be reached at 727 712-5281 (TS), 727 791-5970 (CL) or 727 394-6164 (SE). spcollege.edu/central/de/index.htm  

ATTENDANCE / ACTIVE PARTICIPATION / WITHDRAWAL POLICIES  

Faculty will publish their own participation/attendance policies in their syllabi. However, Instructors will verify that students are in attendance during the first two weeks of class. Students classified as “No Show” for both of the first two weeks will be administratively withdrawn from any class which they are not attending. The student’s financial aid will be adjusted based on their updated enrollment status. If a student is administratively withdrawn from a class because they were a “No-Show” during the first two weeks of class, financial aid will not pay for the class and the student will be responsible.

Students who are not actively participating in class as defined in an instructor's syllabus will be reported to the Administration during the week following the last date to withdraw with a “W” (as posted in the academic calendar on the college’s web site). A grade of “WF” will be assigned to students who are not actively participating during the week following the last day to withdraw with a W grade.

Students will be able to withdraw themselves at any time during the term. However, requests submitted after the last date to withdraw with a “W” (see academic calendar) will result in a “WF.” Students and instructors will automatically receive an email notification through their SPC email address whenever a withdrawal occurs.

Withdrawing after the “Last Date to Withdraw with a Grade of ‘W’” can have serious consequences. If the student withdraws from a class after the deadline posted in the academic calendar, the student will receive a final grade of ‘WF,' which has the same impact on the student's GPA as a final grade of “F.” A “WF” grade also could impact the student's financial aid, requiring repayment of financial assistance. Students should consult with an academic advisor or financial assistance counselor prior to withdrawing.

This course requires your active participation, when 60% of the class is completed the instructor will submit which students have actively participated in the class by the amount of work (60%) that they have submitted. In order to receive an Incomplete grade one of the requirements is that you have completed at least 80% of your work by the end of the course date. An Incomplete grade will turn into a failing grade by the end of the next semester, so it is imperative that you complete your work on time.

FEDERAL GUIDELINES RELATED TO FINANCIAL AID AND TOTAL WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE 

The U.S. Department of Education requires students who completely withdraw prior to the 60% point of the term and who receive Federal financial aid i.e., Federal Pell Grant, Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG), Federal Stafford Loan, and/or Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant SEOG--to repay a portion of their aid. Students considering a withdrawal from all classes before the published withdrawal date should consult a financial assistance counselor to understand their options and the consequences of the total withdrawal. For further information regarding this policy and other financial assistance policies we encourage you to visit our website at: spcollege.edu/getfunds  

Additional on many of these resources and policies can be found at the official SPC Syllabus addendum. This can be found at the following link:

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