Course Structure
Where can you find the specific guidelines and grading rubrics for course assignments?
eLC course page --> Contents --> Welcome Module
What information should be included each time a student emails Dr. Saglam?
1- Your name on the class list
2- Class name and CRN number
"What is the percentage of your grade based on each Statecraft manual quiz?"
2.5%
When are module assignments (both the discussion and the quiz) usually due?
Thursday at 9:00 AM (EST) the week following the end of the module
What is the policy on phone use during class?
Phones should be off or set to silent.
This is a ___________ class, which means students are expected to complete the module content before they come to class ready for the discussion and active engagement part.
A discussion-based class.
What is the best email address to contact Dr. Saglam?
gsaglam@uga.edu
What determines your quiz grade when you take two attempts?
The highest grade
What should each discussion board post include?
1- A thoughtful initial response of at least 300 words, referencing course materials.
2- A substantive reply to a classmate
How many life tokens do you have, and what can they be used for?
One life token for each: a module quiz, a module discussion, a simulation memo, and three in-class participation activities.
What is expected of students during open-lab hours on Monday?
Watching lecture videos, completing readings, and working on module assignments in a self-paced manner during open-lab hours
When are Dr. Saglam’s office hours? How can you schedule an office hour appointment with Dr. Saglam?
Wednesdays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm, and by appointment. Through the Calendly link provided in the syllabus.
How many module quizzes are there, and what percentage of the final grade do they account for?
Six module quizzes, accounting for 25% of the final grade.
How many module quizzes does Module 1 have?
Two module quizzes.
What happens if you use all your life tokens and then miss a quiz without a legitimate and documented excuse?
No additional exceptions are granted, and the missed quiz will count as a zero.
What two activities are typically included in the Wednesday and Friday sessions?
Mini-lectures and class discussions, applying module content to current events.
Also Statecraft during the duration of the simulation.
What should you do before emailing Dr. Saglam with a question?
Check the syllabus, Welcome Module, and the eLC announcements page.
What percentage of your final grade is based on class presence and participation?
15%
What are the weekly requirements for the Statecraft Simulation?
Submit a simulation memo of at least 300 words by Monday at 9:00 am.
What is the late submission policy for module assignments?
No late submissions are accepted; missed assignments count as part of the life token policy.
What materials are provided for each module?
Short lecture videos, required readings, supplementary materials, and video links.
When can you expect a response if you email Dr. Saglam on a Friday at 4:00 pm?
Likely not until the beginning of the workweek, as emails are not regularly checked on weekends.
Which two components together account for the largest percentage of your final grade?
Statecraft Simulation (30%) and Module Quizzes (25%).
What is the final deliverable for the Statecraft Simulation, and when is it due?
A final essay, Mon Nov 25th at 9 am (specific date on the eLC Dropbox).
What is the policy on using Generative AI tools for assignments?
AI tools can be used for editing and refining, but any output must be cited if used in the assignment.