Course Schedule
What homework is there for Tuesday?
Complete introduction survey (due today!)
Read Chapters 1 and 17
Complete the Microcredential START HERE section
What is the minimum amount that you should log into Blackboard?
3 out of 7 days a week
How many "Assignments" are there?
5
What class are you in?
EDUC 1300 Learning Framework: Effective Strategies for College Success
How can I check my grades?
Blackboard - My Grades
When is the Time Log due?
Week 5 - Tuesday, 2/18.
What are the attendance extra credit points?
Students who have no more than one (1) absence AND participate actively will receive a two (2)-point increase to their final grade average. Starting at the third absence, each absence will result in one (1) point being deducted from their final grade average. After the fourth absence you will need to meet with me to discuss your situation. Five (5) absences may result in withdrawal from the course. Two lates = one absence.
Which assignment will serve as the Microcredential Capstone Project?
Time Management Paper
What are my office hours?
Tues/Thurs in here after class
AND by appointment!
Where can I find the assignments for Week 1?
Blackboard - Module 1
How can I find what is due for class every Tuesday and Thursday?
Check the course schedule on the syllabus and/or in Blackboard! On the righthand side of the table it says "Assignments Due".
Within how many hours do you need to email me in order to use a flexibility token?
Within 24 hours of the missed assignment
How much is the Critical Thinking Group Project worth?
10 points (10% of total grade)
What are the 8 overarching learning objectives for this class?
1. skill, 2. will, 3. self-regulation, 4.academic environment
5. personal responsibility, 6. critical thinking skills, 7. social responsibility, 8. communication skills
What are the ways to get extra credit in this class?
Flexibility tokens (2 points)
Attendance (2 points)
Extra assignment choice: Study Skills (3 points)
Extra Reading Opportunity (5 points)
BONUS: potentially two surveys (1 each)
In which module will you do the Time Management Paper?
Module 2
Can I used AI (ChatGPT, etc) to help with my assignments?
No. Why not?
Is there a cumulative final exam?
No
What are the technology requirement for this class?
• Students need to have regular, reliable access to a computer with a reliable internet connection.
• Students must be able to save files as .docx. Microsoft Office 365 is available free.
• Students must be able to scan documents (there are free scanning apps for phones and tablets).
• Students must be able to save scanned documents as .pdf or jpeg files.
• Access to a printer is recommended but not required.
When is the last day to withdraw from this course?
April 28th
Which will be the hardest week of the semester?
Most compelling answer wins
Describe an example of appropriate cellphone/electronic device usage in class.
Let's hear your example!
What are the main requirements for the Time Management paper?
The paper should be typed, double-spaced, using a standard font style (Times, Times New Roman,
Century, Helvetica, Cambria, Calibri, etc.), 12-point type with 1-inch margins on all sides. The paper will be an MLA Style Paper with at least two cited sources and a minimum of 750 words (approximately 3 pages, double-spaced).
What do I do if I do not have a computer or reliable access to internet?
Austin Community College provides free, secure drive-up WiFi to students and employees in the parking lots of all campus locations. WiFi can be accessed seven days a week, 7 am to 11 pm. Additional details are available at https://www.austincc.edu/sts. Students who do not have the necessary technology to complete their ACC courses can request to borrow devices from Student Technology Services. Available devices include iPads, webcams, headsets, calculators, etc. Students must be registered for a credit course, Adult Education, or Continuing Education course to be eligible. For more information, including how to request a device, visit http://www.austincc.edu/sts.Student Technology Services offers phone, live chat, and email-based technical support for students and can provide support on topics such as password resets, accessing or using Blackboard, access to technology, etc. To view hours of operation and ways to request support, visit http://www.austincc.edu/sts.
Where can I use a computer at Cypress Creek?
In the ACCelerator! First floor of this building (Rooms 2108 & 2110)