June 22nd
-Welcome
-syllabus/ expectations
-Passion 82BGR8
-Giant statements -“If I have seen further, it is because I have stood on the backs of giants.” Newton
-Journal due
-Homework – the color code and topic for research paper
-Pyramid of success
-Learning Styles Brain Integration Dual Code Theory
-topic statement for research paper
June 24th
- Giant statement posted online
- Journals due
- Orientation
- Color Code Personality Profile
-Homework- ME presentations
-Work 82BGR8
-quiz
-evaluating research information
-giant statement
-summarizing
-Listening /note taking
June 29th
-giant statement posted online
-group assignments for project presentation
-Turn in Research Paper Topic Statement
-Interviews with SHC Director
-Test taking PP
-quiz
-review for midterm
-Journals due
-Homework: Expanded Journal Essay My commitment to my education and how do I keep it.
-Focus 82BGR8
July 1st
-giant statement posted online
-Student Advising Forms due
-2-3 page rough draft due
-quiz
-EFT for test anxiety, “remember”, deep breathing, affirmations
-Journals due
-speaking, writing & presentation PP
-APA Style
-Push 82BGR8
-midterm
July 6th
-giant statement posted online
-ME presentations
-giant statement
- Time Management PP
-Journals due
-Ideas 82BGR8
-quiz
July 8th
-giant statement posted online
-quiz
-Journals due
-Improve 82BGR8
-Interpersonal Communication
-Conflict resolution SODAS PP
-Motivation and Management: Theory X/Y, etc.
July 13th
-giant statement posted online
-quiz
-Review for final
-Journals due
- research papers due
-Serve 82BGR8
-Study skills / Adult Learning Cycle
-stress management
July 15th
-group presentations
-Warp speed
-final
-Journals due
-Persist 82BGR8
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Daily Schedule for June 22 start
June 22nd
-Welcome
-syllabus/ expectations
-Passion 82BGR8
-Giant statements -“If I have seen further, it is because I have stood on the backs of giants.” Newton
-Journal due
- Orientation
-Homework – the color code and topic for research paper
June 23rd
-Passion 82BGR8
-Pyramid of success
-Color Code Personality Profile
-Homework – learning styles quiz go online
-topic statement for research paper
June 24th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Work 82BGR8
-Learning Styles
-Brain Integration dual code hypothesis
-homework: ME presentation
-evaluating research information
June 25th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Work 82BGR8
-summarizing
-speaking, writing & presentation PP
June 29th
-giant statement
-Interviews with SHC Director
-Movie
-group assignments for final presentation
-quiz
-Homework: Essay My commitment to my education and how do I keep it. Expanded journal entry
-Focus 82BGR8
June 30th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Test taking PP
-quiz
-Focus 82BGR8
-EFT for test anxiety, “remember”, deep breathing, affirmations
-APA Style
July 1st
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Push 82BGR8
-review for midterm
-Listening /note taking PP
July 2nd
-giant statement
-Journal due
-midterm
-Push 82BGR8
-student advising forms due
- 2-3 page rough draft due
July 6th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Ideas 82BGR8
-ME presentations
-Interpersonal communication
July 7th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-ME presentations (finish up)
-quiz
- Time Management
-Ideas 82BGR8
July 8th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Improve 82BGR8
-Study skills / Adult Learning Cycle
July 9th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Improve 82BGR8
-Motivation and Management: Theory X/Y, Kohlberg, locus of control
July 13th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Conflict resolution SODAS
-quiz
-Serve 82BGR8
July 14th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Serve 82BGR8
- research papers due
-stress management
July 15th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-group presentations
-Review for final
-Persist 82BGR8
July 16th
-group presentations
-Persist 82BGR8
-warp speed
-final
-Welcome
-syllabus/ expectations
-Passion 82BGR8
-Giant statements -“If I have seen further, it is because I have stood on the backs of giants.” Newton
-Journal due
- Orientation
-Homework – the color code and topic for research paper
June 23rd
-Passion 82BGR8
-Pyramid of success
-Color Code Personality Profile
-Homework – learning styles quiz go online
-topic statement for research paper
June 24th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Work 82BGR8
-Learning Styles
-Brain Integration dual code hypothesis
-homework: ME presentation
-evaluating research information
June 25th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Work 82BGR8
-summarizing
-speaking, writing & presentation PP
June 29th
-giant statement
-Interviews with SHC Director
-Movie
-group assignments for final presentation
-quiz
-Homework: Essay My commitment to my education and how do I keep it. Expanded journal entry
-Focus 82BGR8
June 30th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Test taking PP
-quiz
-Focus 82BGR8
-EFT for test anxiety, “remember”, deep breathing, affirmations
-APA Style
July 1st
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Push 82BGR8
-review for midterm
-Listening /note taking PP
July 2nd
-giant statement
-Journal due
-midterm
-Push 82BGR8
-student advising forms due
- 2-3 page rough draft due
July 6th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Ideas 82BGR8
-ME presentations
-Interpersonal communication
July 7th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-ME presentations (finish up)
-quiz
- Time Management
-Ideas 82BGR8
July 8th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Improve 82BGR8
-Study skills / Adult Learning Cycle
July 9th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Improve 82BGR8
-Motivation and Management: Theory X/Y, Kohlberg, locus of control
July 13th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-Conflict resolution SODAS
-quiz
-Serve 82BGR8
July 14th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-quiz
-Serve 82BGR8
- research papers due
-stress management
July 15th
-giant statement
-Journal due
-group presentations
-Review for final
-Persist 82BGR8
July 16th
-group presentations
-Persist 82BGR8
-warp speed
-final
Giant Statement June 30th
Dream no small dreams for they have no power to move the hearts of men. --Goethe
Monday, June 29, 2009
Presentation Planning Checklist
Presentation Planning Checklist
This presentation checklist will help you deliver successful presentation. This is adapted in part from Business Communications: A Cultural and Strategic Approach by Michael J. Rouse and Sandra Rouse.
Presentation:
Does your introduction grab participant’s attention and explain your objectives?
Do you follow this by clearly defining the points of the presentation?
Are these main points in logical sequence?
Do these flow well?
Do the main points need support from visual aids?
Does your closing summarize the presentation clearly and concisely?
Is the conclusion strong?
Have your tied the conclusion to the introduction?
Delivery:
Are you knowledgeable about the topic covered in your presentation?
Do you have your notes in order?
Where and how will you present (indoors, outdoors, standing, sitting, etc.)?
Have you visited the presentation site?
Have you checked your visual aids to ensure they are working and you know how to use them?
Appearance:
Make sure you are dressed and groomed appropriately and in keeping with the audience’s expectations.
Practice your speech standing (or sitting, if applicable), paying close attention to your body language, even your posture, both of which will be assessed by the audience.
Visual Aids:
Are the visual aids easy to read and easy to understand?
Are they tied into the points you are trying to communicate?
Can they be easily seen from all areas of the room?
This presentation checklist will help you deliver successful presentation. This is adapted in part from Business Communications: A Cultural and Strategic Approach by Michael J. Rouse and Sandra Rouse.
Presentation:
Does your introduction grab participant’s attention and explain your objectives?
Do you follow this by clearly defining the points of the presentation?
Are these main points in logical sequence?
Do these flow well?
Do the main points need support from visual aids?
Does your closing summarize the presentation clearly and concisely?
Is the conclusion strong?
Have your tied the conclusion to the introduction?
Delivery:
Are you knowledgeable about the topic covered in your presentation?
Do you have your notes in order?
Where and how will you present (indoors, outdoors, standing, sitting, etc.)?
Have you visited the presentation site?
Have you checked your visual aids to ensure they are working and you know how to use them?
Appearance:
Make sure you are dressed and groomed appropriately and in keeping with the audience’s expectations.
Practice your speech standing (or sitting, if applicable), paying close attention to your body language, even your posture, both of which will be assessed by the audience.
Visual Aids:
Are the visual aids easy to read and easy to understand?
Are they tied into the points you are trying to communicate?
Can they be easily seen from all areas of the room?
Essay on My Commitment to Education
Write a one page paper on how you are going to dedicate yourself to your education and accomplish your educational goals, while still maintaining your life and meeting life's goals as well. This paper is worth 25 points so wow me with your brilliance.
The paper needs to be typed, spell checked, double spaced and in a Times New Roman 12 point font
The paper needs to be typed, spell checked, double spaced and in a Times New Roman 12 point font
Syllabus Psych 101 May 2009
Course Title: Psych 101
Instructor: Su Lin Nelson, MS, CPNT
Contact Info: 792-6970, sulin.nelson@stevenshenager.edu
Credit Hours: 4 quarter credits
Course Length: Four weeks, 10 hours per week
Prerequisites: None
Office Hours: Mon through Thursday, 11am —noon; Mon & Wed 2-3pm and 5-6 pm in the Academic Success Center, room 101
Text: None check www.learninggivespower.blogspot.com
Course Description: Presents the traditional theories of motivation and how one’s actions are guided. Class examines goal setting, time management, critical thinking and good writing skills. This class also focuses on skills central to college success: reading, note taking and test taking. Student will also write a college-level research paper, do an individual and a group presentation in front of the class.
Course Objectives: A. Prepare you to be a successful college student AND college graduate.
B. Focus on practical, hands-on skills to succeed in school
C. Concentrate on the knowledge and intangible skills needed to succeed in life.
D. Know how to write a college research paper
E. Give skills to help balance your life.
Course Outline: See attached 4 x 4 grid
Instruction methods: Class will include a combination of lectures, group work, individual work and discussion. There is a lot of writing and reading in this class. Come prepared each day to participate appropriately in class discussions, do your assignments and learn to be successful.
Grading: Grades are based on the following criteria: class participation, daily quizzes, assignments, two exams and a research paper with group presentation. Other criteria may be added during the class.
Class attendance is essential: Cultivation of desirable habits is just as important as the development of skills. Students should be present and on time for all classes. Development of this important habit while in college makes it considerably easier to satisfy employers, who demand regular and punctual attendance. Absence from class involves a loss to both the student and the other members of the class; the student must rush to make up the coursework, and other students have to sit through material being repeated. While circumstances beyond the control of the student may make it impossible for him or her to attend class, excessive absenteeism or tardiness will result in administrative action. This will result in a later graduation date. Should a student not attend any classes during the first week of the module, the college will take administrative action, which may include termination from the class or program. (Stevens-Henager College Catalog, 2008, p. 35)
Daily quizzes and in-class assignments will be weighted at 40% of the final grade and cannot be made up.
If you miss class, it is YOUR responsibility to let me know. Call the college at 792-6970 and tell the receptionist you will be absent.
Final grades are based on the grading system found in the catalog.
Successful Completion: A student must achieve a D– grade, or higher, to successfully complete this course.
Make-up Policy: No make-up on daily quizzes and in-class assignments. Unless PRIOR approval from the instructor has been granted, there is a 10% per class day deduction taken from every late major assignment, project, paper, presentation, or exam. All late work must be finished and handed in by the last Thursday of the module. For any information that a student misses by not attending class, it is up to the student to gather this information from another student. It is NOT the instructor’s responsibility to bring the student up to speed with the rest of the class.
Major Assignments: Research paper Group Presentation ME Presentation
Daily Journal: A 1/2 page essay is due each class period (2 for each night class). Please address the daily giant statement; what you learned in class; and how you will apply it to your school life and to your future career. Include at least one thing from your life for which you are grateful.
Instructor: Su Lin Nelson, MS, CPNT
Contact Info: 792-6970, sulin.nelson@stevenshenager.edu
Credit Hours: 4 quarter credits
Course Length: Four weeks, 10 hours per week
Prerequisites: None
Office Hours: Mon through Thursday, 11am —noon; Mon & Wed 2-3pm and 5-6 pm in the Academic Success Center, room 101
Text: None check www.learninggivespower.blogspot.com
Course Description: Presents the traditional theories of motivation and how one’s actions are guided. Class examines goal setting, time management, critical thinking and good writing skills. This class also focuses on skills central to college success: reading, note taking and test taking. Student will also write a college-level research paper, do an individual and a group presentation in front of the class.
Course Objectives: A. Prepare you to be a successful college student AND college graduate.
B. Focus on practical, hands-on skills to succeed in school
C. Concentrate on the knowledge and intangible skills needed to succeed in life.
D. Know how to write a college research paper
E. Give skills to help balance your life.
Course Outline: See attached 4 x 4 grid
Instruction methods: Class will include a combination of lectures, group work, individual work and discussion. There is a lot of writing and reading in this class. Come prepared each day to participate appropriately in class discussions, do your assignments and learn to be successful.
Grading: Grades are based on the following criteria: class participation, daily quizzes, assignments, two exams and a research paper with group presentation. Other criteria may be added during the class.
Class attendance is essential: Cultivation of desirable habits is just as important as the development of skills. Students should be present and on time for all classes. Development of this important habit while in college makes it considerably easier to satisfy employers, who demand regular and punctual attendance. Absence from class involves a loss to both the student and the other members of the class; the student must rush to make up the coursework, and other students have to sit through material being repeated. While circumstances beyond the control of the student may make it impossible for him or her to attend class, excessive absenteeism or tardiness will result in administrative action. This will result in a later graduation date. Should a student not attend any classes during the first week of the module, the college will take administrative action, which may include termination from the class or program. (Stevens-Henager College Catalog, 2008, p. 35)
Daily quizzes and in-class assignments will be weighted at 40% of the final grade and cannot be made up.
If you miss class, it is YOUR responsibility to let me know. Call the college at 792-6970 and tell the receptionist you will be absent.
Final grades are based on the grading system found in the catalog.
Successful Completion: A student must achieve a D– grade, or higher, to successfully complete this course.
Make-up Policy: No make-up on daily quizzes and in-class assignments. Unless PRIOR approval from the instructor has been granted, there is a 10% per class day deduction taken from every late major assignment, project, paper, presentation, or exam. All late work must be finished and handed in by the last Thursday of the module. For any information that a student misses by not attending class, it is up to the student to gather this information from another student. It is NOT the instructor’s responsibility to bring the student up to speed with the rest of the class.
Major Assignments: Research paper Group Presentation ME Presentation
Daily Journal: A 1/2 page essay is due each class period (2 for each night class). Please address the daily giant statement; what you learned in class; and how you will apply it to your school life and to your future career. Include at least one thing from your life for which you are grateful.
Evaluating Online Information
Evaluating Online Information
Is it credible?
o Is the author of the page clearly identified? Do they have the credentials for writing about this topic?
o Is the author affiliated with n organization? If so what is the nature or purpose of this organization?
o Is there a link back to the organization’s page or some other way to contact the organization and verify its credibility? (a physical address, phone number, or email address)
o Are the purposes of the page clear?
o Is it geared for a particular audience or level of expertise?
o Is the primary purpose to provide information? To sell a product? To make a political point? To have fun?
o Is the page part of an edited or peer-reviewed publication?
o Does the domain name provide you with clues about the source of the page?
o Does the site provide details that support the data?
o Is there a bibliography or other documentation to cor4roborate the information? When facts or statistics are quoted, look to see whet5her their source is revealed.
Is it accurate?
o Are there obvious typographical or spelling errors?
o Based on what you already know or have just learned about this subject, does the information seem credible?
o Can factual information be verified?
o Is it a comprehensive resource or does it focus on a narrow range of information? Is it clear about its focus?
o Has the site been evaluated?
Is it timely?
o Is it clear when the information was published? Is it current?
o When was the page updated?
o If there are links to other Web pages, are they current?
Is it objective?
o Is the source of factual information consistent and stated clearly?
o Does the page display a particular bias? Is it clear and forthcoming about its view of a particular subject?
o If the page contains advertisements, are the ads clearly distinguishable from the content of the information?
Source: University of Texas System Digital Library, The University of Texas at Austin
Is it credible?
o Is the author of the page clearly identified? Do they have the credentials for writing about this topic?
o Is the author affiliated with n organization? If so what is the nature or purpose of this organization?
o Is there a link back to the organization’s page or some other way to contact the organization and verify its credibility? (a physical address, phone number, or email address)
o Are the purposes of the page clear?
o Is it geared for a particular audience or level of expertise?
o Is the primary purpose to provide information? To sell a product? To make a political point? To have fun?
o Is the page part of an edited or peer-reviewed publication?
o Does the domain name provide you with clues about the source of the page?
o Does the site provide details that support the data?
o Is there a bibliography or other documentation to cor4roborate the information? When facts or statistics are quoted, look to see whet5her their source is revealed.
Is it accurate?
o Are there obvious typographical or spelling errors?
o Based on what you already know or have just learned about this subject, does the information seem credible?
o Can factual information be verified?
o Is it a comprehensive resource or does it focus on a narrow range of information? Is it clear about its focus?
o Has the site been evaluated?
Is it timely?
o Is it clear when the information was published? Is it current?
o When was the page updated?
o If there are links to other Web pages, are they current?
Is it objective?
o Is the source of factual information consistent and stated clearly?
o Does the page display a particular bias? Is it clear and forthcoming about its view of a particular subject?
o If the page contains advertisements, are the ads clearly distinguishable from the content of the information?
Source: University of Texas System Digital Library, The University of Texas at Austin
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Group Presentations
Group Presentation
You will be assigned to a group. Choose a topic to present. Some ideas follow. Remember that the major goal of attending Stevens-Henager College is to gain general and specific skills needed for a high performance career. The specific career for each of you will be different but many skills and characteristics are the same. So the presentation should address motivational ideas or skills that will help make you successful in the workplace. Please do not address those topics that we have already covered in class. The following list has some ideas for you to consider.
Each group will have 20 minutes to present their findings. That will be a total of 25 minutes including your set up and take down time. Please plan accordingly. Because of limited time the last day of class you will be interrupted if your presentation goes long.
You may combine your group presentation with your research paper as long as each group member turns in their own paper with their own information and topic.
Topic Ideas
Local Agencies that help you when you are in need
Success & Life Skills
Surviving College
Motivation Theories i.e. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, Theory X Theory Y, Three Needs Theory, Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting Theory, Attribution/ Intrinsic
Higher Order Thinking Skills i.e. combine facts & figures; synthesize; generalize; explain; hypothesize; conclusions; interpretation; solve problems / discover new meanings; etc.
Increasing Memory i.e. Intention – Attention - Association - Retention - Recall
Motivational Strategies i.e. Act as if you are motivated; Use affirmations; Use visualizations; Use goals as motivational tools; Understand expectations; etc.
Handling Stress for Better Productivity i.e. Stay physically and mentally healthy; Learn to reframe; Reward yourself
Motivational Cycle
Beliefs and Self Esteem lead to personal Self Talk and Imagery causing a Physical Reaction inspiring a person’s Behavior the success or failure of which return us to modified Beliefs and Self Esteem, starting the cycle again
Your Own Idea – Clear it with the instructor. Be sure it is relevant to careers, motivation and success.
You will be assigned to a group. Choose a topic to present. Some ideas follow. Remember that the major goal of attending Stevens-Henager College is to gain general and specific skills needed for a high performance career. The specific career for each of you will be different but many skills and characteristics are the same. So the presentation should address motivational ideas or skills that will help make you successful in the workplace. Please do not address those topics that we have already covered in class. The following list has some ideas for you to consider.
Each group will have 20 minutes to present their findings. That will be a total of 25 minutes including your set up and take down time. Please plan accordingly. Because of limited time the last day of class you will be interrupted if your presentation goes long.
You may combine your group presentation with your research paper as long as each group member turns in their own paper with their own information and topic.
Topic Ideas
Local Agencies that help you when you are in need
Success & Life Skills
Surviving College
Motivation Theories i.e. Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, Theory X Theory Y, Three Needs Theory, Expectancy Theory, Goal Setting Theory, Attribution/ Intrinsic
Higher Order Thinking Skills i.e. combine facts & figures; synthesize; generalize; explain; hypothesize; conclusions; interpretation; solve problems / discover new meanings; etc.
Increasing Memory i.e. Intention – Attention - Association - Retention - Recall
Motivational Strategies i.e. Act as if you are motivated; Use affirmations; Use visualizations; Use goals as motivational tools; Understand expectations; etc.
Handling Stress for Better Productivity i.e. Stay physically and mentally healthy; Learn to reframe; Reward yourself
Motivational Cycle
Beliefs and Self Esteem lead to personal Self Talk and Imagery causing a Physical Reaction inspiring a person’s Behavior the success or failure of which return us to modified Beliefs and Self Esteem, starting the cycle again
Your Own Idea – Clear it with the instructor. Be sure it is relevant to careers, motivation and success.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Friday, June 19, 2009
Syllabus June 22 start date
Course Title: Psych 101
Instructor: Su Lin Nelson, MS, CPNT
Contact Info: 792-6970, sulin.nelson@stevenshenager.edu
Credit Hours: 4 quarter credits
Course Length: Four weeks, 10 hours per week
Prerequisites: None
Office Hours: M-Th 11 am —12pm and M & W 2-3 pm in the Academic Success Center, room 101
Text: None check www.learninggivespower.blogspot.com
Course Description: Presents the traditional theories of motivation and how one’s actions are guided. Class examines goal setting, time management, critical thinking and good writing skills. This class also focuses on skills central to college success: reading, note taking and test taking. Student will also write a college-level research paper, do an individual and a group presentation in front of the class.
Course Objectives: A. Prepare you to be a successful college student AND college graduate.
B. Focus on practical, hands-on skills to succeed in school
C. Concentrate on the knowledge and intangible skills needed to succeed in life.
D. Know how to write a college research paper
E. Give skills to help balance your life.
Course Outline: See attached 4 x 4 grid
Instruction methods: Class will include a combination of lectures, group work, individual work and discussion. There is a lot of writing and reading in this class. Come prepared each day to participate appropriately in class discussions, do your assignments and learn to be successful. Please bring 2 pens which write in different colors each day.
Grading: Grades are based on the following criteria: class participation, daily quizzes, assignments, two exams and a research paper with group presentation. Other criteria may be added during the class.
Class attendance is essential: Cultivation of desirable habits is just as important as the development of skills. Students should be present and on time for all classes. Development of this important habit while in college makes it considerably easier to satisfy employers, who demand regular and punctual attendance. Absence from class involves a loss to both the student and the other members of the class; the student must rush to make up the coursework, and other students have to sit through material being repeated. While circumstances beyond the control of the student may make it impossible for him or her to attend class, excessive absenteeism or tardiness will result in administrative action. This will result in a later graduation date. Should a student not attend any classes during the first week of the module, the college will take administrative action, which may include termination from the class or program. (Stevens-Henager College Catalog, 2008, p. 35)
Daily quizzes and in-class assignments will be weighted at 40% of the final grade and cannot be made up.
If you miss class, it is YOUR responsibility to let me know. Call the college at 792-6970 and tell the receptionist you will be absent.
Final grades are based on the grading system found in the college catalog.
Successful Completion: A student must achieve a D– grade, or higher, to successfully complete this course.
Make-up Policy: No make-up on daily quizzes and in-class assignments. Unless PRIOR approval from the instructor has been granted, there is a 10% per class day deduction taken from every late major assignment, project, paper, presentation, or exam. All late work must be finished and handed in by the last Thursday of the module. For any information that a student misses by not attending class, it is up to the student to gather this information from another student. It is NOT the instructor’s responsibility to bring the student up to speed with the rest of the class.
Major Assignments: Research paper Group Presentation ME Presentation
Daily Journal: A 1/2 page essay is due each class period (2 for each night class). This should be a synthesis, a combining of ideas. Please address the daily giant statement; what you learned in class; and how you will apply it to your school life and to your future career. Include at least one thing from your life for which you are grateful.
Instructor: Su Lin Nelson, MS, CPNT
Contact Info: 792-6970, sulin.nelson@stevenshenager.edu
Credit Hours: 4 quarter credits
Course Length: Four weeks, 10 hours per week
Prerequisites: None
Office Hours: M-Th 11 am —12pm and M & W 2-3 pm in the Academic Success Center, room 101
Text: None check www.learninggivespower.blogspot.com
Course Description: Presents the traditional theories of motivation and how one’s actions are guided. Class examines goal setting, time management, critical thinking and good writing skills. This class also focuses on skills central to college success: reading, note taking and test taking. Student will also write a college-level research paper, do an individual and a group presentation in front of the class.
Course Objectives: A. Prepare you to be a successful college student AND college graduate.
B. Focus on practical, hands-on skills to succeed in school
C. Concentrate on the knowledge and intangible skills needed to succeed in life.
D. Know how to write a college research paper
E. Give skills to help balance your life.
Course Outline: See attached 4 x 4 grid
Instruction methods: Class will include a combination of lectures, group work, individual work and discussion. There is a lot of writing and reading in this class. Come prepared each day to participate appropriately in class discussions, do your assignments and learn to be successful. Please bring 2 pens which write in different colors each day.
Grading: Grades are based on the following criteria: class participation, daily quizzes, assignments, two exams and a research paper with group presentation. Other criteria may be added during the class.
Class attendance is essential: Cultivation of desirable habits is just as important as the development of skills. Students should be present and on time for all classes. Development of this important habit while in college makes it considerably easier to satisfy employers, who demand regular and punctual attendance. Absence from class involves a loss to both the student and the other members of the class; the student must rush to make up the coursework, and other students have to sit through material being repeated. While circumstances beyond the control of the student may make it impossible for him or her to attend class, excessive absenteeism or tardiness will result in administrative action. This will result in a later graduation date. Should a student not attend any classes during the first week of the module, the college will take administrative action, which may include termination from the class or program. (Stevens-Henager College Catalog, 2008, p. 35)
Daily quizzes and in-class assignments will be weighted at 40% of the final grade and cannot be made up.
If you miss class, it is YOUR responsibility to let me know. Call the college at 792-6970 and tell the receptionist you will be absent.
Final grades are based on the grading system found in the college catalog.
Successful Completion: A student must achieve a D– grade, or higher, to successfully complete this course.
Make-up Policy: No make-up on daily quizzes and in-class assignments. Unless PRIOR approval from the instructor has been granted, there is a 10% per class day deduction taken from every late major assignment, project, paper, presentation, or exam. All late work must be finished and handed in by the last Thursday of the module. For any information that a student misses by not attending class, it is up to the student to gather this information from another student. It is NOT the instructor’s responsibility to bring the student up to speed with the rest of the class.
Major Assignments: Research paper Group Presentation ME Presentation
Daily Journal: A 1/2 page essay is due each class period (2 for each night class). This should be a synthesis, a combining of ideas. Please address the daily giant statement; what you learned in class; and how you will apply it to your school life and to your future career. Include at least one thing from your life for which you are grateful.
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Active Reading and Learning Power point
Active Reading and Learning
Books gave me the idea there was life beyond my poor Mississippi home. Oprah Winfrey
Be an Active Reader
§Stay focused and alert
§Concentrate on main points
§General understanding
§Dialog with the author and jot down questions
Read difficult material out loud – standing up.
Write in the margins
Draw illustrations
Underline
Sketch
Take notes
Key points
Key words
Apply the Adult Learning Cycle
§Relate – Why do I want to learn this?
§Observe – How does this work?
§Reflect – What does this mean?
§Do – What can I do with this?
§Teach – How can I relay this information to others?
SQ3R Reading System
§Survey
§Question
§Read
§Recite
§Review
Preview material and predict questions
§Make questions out of chapter headings and definitions
§Read to find answers
Outline main points and make connections
§Link new information with what you already know
§Look for similarities and differences
§Look for examples
Integrate Learning Styles
Draw pictures, charts, and diagrams
Use different-color pens to highlight
Read difficult material out loud - Use funny voices
Tape sections to memorize and play them back
Visualize keywords and main ideas
Act it out
Add tactile sensations
practice
The more I read, the better reader I become.
Reading becomes a pleasurable activity.
My vocabulary increases.
My knowledge base increases.
Build a strong vocabulary
§Learn new words
§Incorporate new words
§The more words you know without looking them up the easier reading becomes
Improve vocabulary
Dictionary
Vocabulary book
Observe speech habits
Books gave me the idea there was life beyond my poor Mississippi home. Oprah Winfrey
Be an Active Reader
§Stay focused and alert
§Concentrate on main points
§General understanding
§Dialog with the author and jot down questions
Read difficult material out loud – standing up.
Write in the margins
Draw illustrations
Underline
Sketch
Take notes
Key points
Key words
Apply the Adult Learning Cycle
§Relate – Why do I want to learn this?
§Observe – How does this work?
§Reflect – What does this mean?
§Do – What can I do with this?
§Teach – How can I relay this information to others?
SQ3R Reading System
§Survey
§Question
§Read
§Recite
§Review
Preview material and predict questions
§Make questions out of chapter headings and definitions
§Read to find answers
Outline main points and make connections
§Link new information with what you already know
§Look for similarities and differences
§Look for examples
Integrate Learning Styles
Draw pictures, charts, and diagrams
Use different-color pens to highlight
Read difficult material out loud - Use funny voices
Tape sections to memorize and play them back
Visualize keywords and main ideas
Act it out
Add tactile sensations
practice
The more I read, the better reader I become.
Reading becomes a pleasurable activity.
My vocabulary increases.
My knowledge base increases.
Build a strong vocabulary
§Learn new words
§Incorporate new words
§The more words you know without looking them up the easier reading becomes
Improve vocabulary
Dictionary
Vocabulary book
Observe speech habits
Giant Statement June 16
Help your neighbor's boat across the river and lo, your own has reached the shore. -- Hindu proverb
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Giant Statement June 11th
If you are not fired up with enthusiasm you'll soon be fired with enthusiasm. --Vince Lombardi
Wednesday, June 3, 2009
Giant Statement June 1st
The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write, but those who cannot learn, unlearn, and relearn. --Alvin Toffler
Giant Statement June 3rd
Stumbling blocks and stepping stones are the same thing, it depends on how you use them. --Unknown
Push to succeed.
Push through self-doubt. Don't lose all your self doubt it can push you to great success.
Get a goal to push you
Get a challenge to push you
Get a deadline to push you
Go for self-discipline to push you
Get a mother or others to push you
Get competition to push you
Get a tormentor or mentor to push you
Push through shyness but keep the good things about being shy - shy people spend more time Reading Learning Focusing Observing Listening Imagining
Just decide what pushes you and use it to help you achieve great heights.
Push to succeed.
Push through self-doubt. Don't lose all your self doubt it can push you to great success.
Get a goal to push you
Get a challenge to push you
Get a deadline to push you
Go for self-discipline to push you
Get a mother or others to push you
Get competition to push you
Get a tormentor or mentor to push you
Push through shyness but keep the good things about being shy - shy people spend more time Reading Learning Focusing Observing Listening Imagining
Just decide what pushes you and use it to help you achieve great heights.
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Synthesis Journals
"If I have seen further, it is because I stood on the backs of giants." --Sir Isaac Newton
Each day a journal entry will be required. The journals should be approximately 1/2 page.
These are due at the end of class each day for the day class. The night class, the journals will be
Each day a journal entry will be required. The journals should be approximately 1/2 page.
These are due at the end of class each day for the day class. The night class, the journals will be
due at the beginning of each session.
The journal should be a synthesis of What I Learned Today and
How I Will Use This Information. Each journal should address the Giant Statement distributed in class and online. Also include a statement of something for which you are grateful.
The journal should be a synthesis of What I Learned Today and
How I Will Use This Information. Each journal should address the Giant Statement distributed in class and online. Also include a statement of something for which you are grateful.
Giant Statement June 2nd
Energy is the essence of life. Every day you decide how you're going to use it by knowing what you want and what it takes to reach that goal, and by maintaining focus. --Oprah Winfrey, O Magazine, July 2003
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