Dr. Saul
Communication
Expectations
Assignments
Grading
100

Where did Dr. Saul grow up?

North Carolina

100

How can you contact Dr. Saul?

Email - asaul@fiu.edu

Phone - 305-348-3472

Office Hours

100

What should you avoid using in class?

To refrain from using cell phones and other electronic devices during class that may distract you or your peers from learning.

100

What is the name of the main project you will be completing this semester? 

Conditions Portfolio

100

How quickly should you expect to receive grades on assignments? 

As soon as possible, but usually within 1 week. 

200

Where did Dr. Saul go to school?

East Carolina University

200

Where is Dr. Saul's office located? (name the building)

ZEB

(Specifically ZEB 335-B) 

200

At what time should you arrive to class? 

On time. You should begin practicing arrive on time now so that you are prepared for your future career

200

This section of the portfolio requires you to detail a client's age, gender, cultural background, living situation, and family history. What is it?

Client Demographics & Background

200

What should we do if we have a medical emergency and miss an assignment?

Contact Dr. Saul as soon as possible. When emailing Dr. Saul, make sure to include documentation (ex. a doctors note). 

300

Which club is Dr. Saul the faculty advisor for?

Rehabilitation and Recreational Therapy Club

300

True/False. When using Canvas, you do not need to include the course number in the subject/body of the email. 

True. For outlook emails, you SHOULD include the course number in the subject/body of the email.

300

Why does Dr. Saul wish that she was a mind-reader?

Because then she would know when you need help. But because she isn't a mind reader, you should reach out if you need anything

300

For assignments requiring you to write an essay or to cite sources, which format should you use? 

APA 7th Edition

300

What percentage of your grade is the Conditions Paper? 

30% of your grade. 

400

What does Dr. Saul do for fun? Name at least two

Running, Going to the Beach, Working Out, Spending Time with Friends & Family, Playing with my cat (Oliver), Traveling

400

How quickly should you expect a response via email from Dr. Saul? 

Responses within 24-48 hours, Mon-Fri.

400

Is attendance mandatory?  

No, I will be taking attendance daily, but it will not count toward your grade. However, if you miss an in-class activity, you will not be able to make up the assignment if it is not an excused absence.  

400

In this part of the portfolio, you must propose three research-backed strategies, describe their implementation, and create custom materials like worksheets or handouts. What is it?

Evidence-Based Interventions

400

What time are assignments due? 

11:59 pm

500

Dr. Saul's credentials are PhD, CTRS, BCB. What does PhD, CTRS, and BCB stand for?

Doctor of Philosophy

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Board Certified Biofeedback

500

What are Dr. Saul's office hours? Be specific. What days of the week and what times? 

Tues 8 - 9:15 am & 2-3:30 pm; Th 8 - 9:15 am & 12:30 - 1:30; other times by appointment

500
If you are using an application such as WhatsApp with your peers in class and someone shares answers to the exam or quiz. You do not use the answers, but you are in the group. Is this an academic integrity violation? 

Yes. You should avoid sharing and receiving answers. This is an academic integrity violation. 

500

How should you prepare for quizzes and exams?

Review all notes, assigned readings, videos, etc. 

Create a study guide that includes all key information that would be pertinent to know for the exam

Study using the study guide so when taking the quiz/exam you know where to find the key information

500

What is the late policy for assignments? Be specific. 

•Assignments are due at 11:59 pm unless otherwise noted.

•Ten percentage points per day (including weekends and holidays) will be deducted for late assignments.

•Assignments will NOT be accepted more than 10 days after the due date