The University of North Carolina Wilmington PED 266 Instructor: Wayland Tseh, Ph.D. E-mail: tsehw@uncw.edu Office: Trask 115 Office Hours: TR 9:00am-10:30am and 1:00pm-3:00pm or individualized appt(s) Course Description Introduction to technology for students in physical education and health. Topics include microcomputer operations, computer software applications, the internet, distance learning technologies, and ethics of computer use. Course Objectives At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to: 1) Identify the components of the microcomputer. 2) Demonstrate successful use and navigation on the microcomputer. 3) Demonstrate successful utilization of Microsoft Word ®. 4) Demonstrate successful utilization of Microsoft Excel®. 5) Demonstrate successful utilization of Microsoft PowerPoint®. 6) Demonstrate successful utilization of Microsoft FrontPage®. 7) Demonstrate successful navigation of the internet. 8) Understand the rising ethical considerations of computer utilization. Logistics of the Course This course convenes on TR 5:00pm to 6:15pm in Bear 160. Grading Procedures Grading procedures will be based upon your dedication in the following areas: 1. Examinations 2. Homework Assignments 3. Attendance Explanation of the Grading Procedures 1. Examinations There will be several examinations based on the information supplied in the lectures throughout the semester. Lectures will be provided every class period - notes should be taken. If you know in advance that an exam date is in conflict with your schedule, and the reason behind the conflict is legitimate behind the eyes of the instructor, you may be given the opportunity to take the exam in advance or at an alternative date and time. 2. Homework Assignments In an effort to reinforce the subject matter learned during lectures, homework assignments will be provided throughout the course of the semester. 3. Attendance Because this course is lecture-intensive, there is an attendance requirement. You are allowed only two absences. Three points will be deducted from your total cumulative points for each additional absence thereafter. If you cannot attend, a valid written excuse (i.e., physician’s signature) is required to be excused. If you amass 7 unexcused absences, expect an ‘F’ in the course. Grading Criterion 1. Grades will be determined by calculating a final semester percentage. 2. The final semester percentage will be determined by summing the total number of points earned on each of the semester examinations and laboratory session, then dividing that value by the total number of points possible. Grading Scale (note: grades are rounded up at 0.50) A = 92.50% to 100% A- = 89.50% to 92.49% B+ = 86.50% to 89.49% B = 82.50% to 86.49% B- = 79.50% to 82.49% C+ = 76.50% to 79.49% C = 72.50% to 76.49% C- = 69.50% to 72.49% D+ = 66.50% to 69.49% D = 62.50% to 66.49% D- = 59.50% to 62.49% F = below 59.49% Academic Honor Code of The University of North Carolina Wilmington The University defines ‘cheating’ as ‘the practice of fraudulent and deceptive act(s) for the purpose of improving a grade’. If you cheat or plagiarize on an assignment or examination, you will receive a minimum penalty of an ‘F’ on that assignment or examination. A report of your actions will be processed and forwarded to the Dean of Students for placement in your permanent record. Further penalties may also include receiving an ‘F’ in the course, probation, suspension, or expulsion from UNC Wilmington. Claimed ignorance of this regulation is no excuse. (Please refer to University Regulations – Academic Honor Code section in your UNC Wilmington Undergraduate Course Catalog) Special Needs If you have special needs related to an identifiable disability, you must first register with the Office of Disability Services before I can accommodate to your special needs. No accommodation will be possible until I get official notification from the Coordinator of the Office of Disability Services. (Please refer to the Student Life – Disability Services section of your UNC Wilmington Undergraduate Course Catalog) Disruptive Classroom Behavior You are expected to conduct yourself in a professional manner displaying the utmost courtesy and respect for your fellow colleagues and instructor. The goal is to create an environment of learners in a positive, insult-free community. If you are unable to conduct yourself in a courteous and respectful manner, you will be asked to leave the classroom. Use of Cellular Phones and Pagers It is expected that all electronic devices such as cellular phones and pagers will be turned off or set to a ‘non-noise’ alert signal during classroom or laboratory activities. Repeated violations are deemed disruptive and will be dealt with accordingly. Violence and Sexual Harassment UNCW practices a zero-tolerance policy for violence and harassment of any kind. For emergencies contact UNCW CARE at 9622273, Campus Police at 962-3184, or Wilmington Police at 911. For University or community resources visit http://uncw.edu/wrc/crisis NOTE: Because most communications will be via electronic-mail, please check your account on a daily basis. Alternatively, for the sake of simplicity, you can also type: http://people.uncw.edu/tsehw/ to gain direct access to the website.