Course Syllabus
Learning Framework
EDUC 1300 /Hybrid
CRN 48880 – Spring 2015
Mystudentsuccesslab Course Name: EDUC 1300 (48880)
Mystudentsuccesslab Course ID: lewis38981
Facebook: desmondlewisgust1270
Instructor contact
information (phone
number and email
address)
Instructor: Desmond Lewis
Instructor Contact Information: Email: desmond.lewis@hccs.edu
Phone: 713-718-5211
Office Location and Office location and hours: Office location: 601G
Hours
Office hours: Th 11:00am-12:30pm
Please feel free to contact me concerning any problems that you are
experiencing in this course. You do not need to wait until you have received a
poor grade before asking for my assistance. Your performance in my class is
very important to me. I am available to hear your concerns and just to discuss
course topics. Feel free to come by my office anytime during these hours.
Course
Location/Times
Class Time: Tu 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Location: Spring Branch Campus Rm 320
Course Semester
Credit Hours (SCH)
(lecture, lab) If
applicable
Credit Hours
3.00
Lecture Hours
3.00
Laboratory Hours 0
Total Course
Contact Hours
48
Continuing
Education Units
(CEU): if applicable
None
Course Length
16
EDUC 1300 – page 2
(number of weeks)
Type of Instruction
Lecture
Course
Description:
EDUC 1300 is a study of the research and theory in the psychology of learning,
cognition, and motivation; factors that impact learning; and application of
learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition, and
motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level
student academic strategies.
Course
Prerequisite(s)
PREREQUISITE(S):
Must have the reading skills to place into GUST 0341.
Academic
Discipline/CTE
Program Learning
Outcomes
1. Construct a personal learning system informed by the research and theory in
Course Student
the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation.
Learning Outcomes
2. Identify factors that impact learning and apply techniques and strategies to
(SLO): 4 to 7
achieve personal, financial, academic, and career success.
3. Use technological tools and library resources to acquire information, solve
problems and communicate effectively.
4. Develop an educational and career plan based on individual assessments
and exploration of options.
Learning
Objectives
(Numbering system
should be linked to
SLO - e.g., 1.1, 1.2,
1.3, etc.)
(SLO #1) Construct a personal learning system informed by the research
and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation.
1.1 Identify their personal learning style as well as strengths and weaknesses as
a strategic learner and apply their knowledge to classroom learning.
1.2 Describe basic theories in the psychology of learning, memory, cognition,
and motivation.
1.3 Demonstrate the use of learning strategies and study skills.
(SLO #2) Identify factors that impact learning and apply techniques and
strategies to achieve personal, financial, academic, and career success.
2.1 Explore strategies for adapting to different learning environments and
delivery formats.
2.2 Identify college resources and their benefits.
2.3 Expand financial capabilities by gaining and exercising financial knowledge.
2.4 Acquire techniques and skills for personal and professional success.
(SLO #3) Use technological tools and library resources to acquire
information, solve problems and communicate effectively.
3.1 Access online college resources and services..
3.2 Complete a library orientation.
3.3 Use social networking and electronic communications appropriately.
(SLO #4) Develop an educational and career plan based on individual
assessments and exploration of options.
4.1 Identify and file the appropriate degree plan with proper advisement.
4.2 Write and prioritize short-term and long-term goals related to your time at
Houston Community College.
EDUC 1300 – page 3
4.3 Explore career options incorporating the use of related assessments and
search tools.
SCANS
Competencies
Core Curriculum
Objectives
(L) Student will demonstrate the ability to understand, analyze, and interpret
various forms of spoken communication.
(S) Students will demonstrate the ability to communicate orally in clear,
coherent, and persuasive language appropriate to purpose, occasion, and
audience.
(W) Students will demonstrate the ability to produce clear, correct, and coherent
prose adapted to a specific purpose, occasion, and audience.
(CT) Students will demonstrate methods for applying both qualitative and
quantitative skills analytically and creatively to subject matter in order to
evaluate arguments and to construct and alternative strategies.
Statement of Purpose. Through the Texas Core Curriculum, students will gain a
foundation of knowledge of human cultures and the physical and natural world,
develop principles of personal and social responsibility for living in a diverse
world, and advance intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all
learning.
Core Objectives. Through the Texas Core Curriculum, students will prepare for
contemporary challenges by developing and demonstrating the following core
objectives:
(A) Critical Thinking Skills: to include creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and
analysis, evaluation and synthesis of information;
(B) Communication Skills: to include effective development, interpretation and
expression of ideas through written, oral and visual communication;
(C) Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include the manipulation and analysis of
numerical data or observable facts resulting in informed conclusions;
(E) Personal Responsibility: to include the ability to connect choices, actions
and consequences to ethical decision-making; and
Course Calendar
The calendar is on the last two pages of the syllabus.
Instructional
Methods
Face to Face
Web-enhanced (49% or less)
A variety of instructional methods are used throughout the semester. Examples
may include class discussions, lectures, readings, group projects, practicum
assignments, video/DVD, internet searches, presentations, and lesson plans.
As an instructor, I want my students to be successful. I feel that it is my
responsibility to provide you with knowledge and opportunities for critical
thinking and applications as appropriate.
As a student wanting to succeed at your academic and career endeavors, it is
your responsibility to do the assigned readings, submit assignments on time,
participate in discussion forums and other activities, attend class (face-to-face,
and online portions), and enjoy this learning experience as you learn how to use
tools for success.
EDUC 1300 – page 4
Student
Assignments
Assignments have been developed that will enhance your learning. You will be
required to successfully complete these assignments. In-person classes will
have an online component. This is required as a part of the Core Curriculum
Objectives. Please see the calendar on the last to pages for assignment
information.
Student
Assessment(s)
Knowledge checks are given in most of the online topics sections. Students are
also required to complete a Learning and Study Skills Inventory
(LASSI) to be used in the mandatory advising component of the class.
Instructor's
Requirements
As your instructor, it is my responsibility to:
 Provide the grading scale and detailed grading formula explaining how
student grades are to be derived.
 Facilitate an effective learning environment through class activities,
discussions, and lectures or other forms of presenting materials.
 Provide the course outline and class calendar, which will include a
description of any special projects or assignments.
 Arrange to meet with individual students before and after class as required.
 Inform students of policies, such as attendance, withdrawal, tardiness and
make up.
To be successful in this class, it is the student’s responsibility to:
 Attend class and participate in class discussions and activities.
 Read and comprehend the textbook.
 Complete the required assignments and exams:
 Ask for help when there is a question or problem.
 Keep copies of all paperwork, including this syllabus, handouts, and all
assignments.
 Complete the course with a passing score.
Program/Discipline
Requirements: If
applicable
You will be required to complete the Financial Literacy & Capabilities Survey,
declare your major, populate your student planner with the appropriate courses,
and meet with your assigned advisor during this course.
HCC Grading Scale
A = 100- 90
4 points per semester hour
B = 89 - 80:
3 points per semester hour
C = 79 - 70:
2 points per semester hour
D = 69 - 60:
1 point per semester hour
59 and below = F
0 points per semester hour
IP (In Progress)
0 points per semester hour
W(Withdrawn)
0 points per semester hour
I (Incomplete)
0 points per semester hour
AUD (Audit)
0 points per semester hour
IP (In Progress) is given only in certain developmental courses. The student
must re-enroll to receive credit. COM (Completed) is given in non-credit and
continuing education courses. To compute grade point average (GPA), divide
the total grade points by the total number of semester hours attempted. The
grades "IP," "COM" and "I" do not affect GPA.
See "Health Science Program/Discipline Requirements" for grading scale.
EDUC 1300 – page 5
Instructor Grading
Criteria
FINAL GRADE POINTS:
1000 – 900 = A
899 – 800 = B
799 – 700 = C
699 – 600 = D
599 and below = F
Instructional
Materials
Sherfield, R. M., & Moody, P. G. (2013). Student success and career
development: A custom edition for Houston Community College. Boston:
Pearson.
Or
Sherfield, R. M., & Moody, P. G. (2013). Cornerstones for career college
success. (3rd ed.). Boston: Pearson.
EGLS3 – Evaluation
for Greater Learning
Student Survey
System
At Houston Community College, professors believe that thoughtful student
feedback is necessary to improve teaching and learning. During a designated
time, you will be asked to answer a short online survey of research-based
questions related to instruction. The anonymous results of the survey will be
made available to your professors and division chairs for continual
improvement of instruction. Look for the survey as part of the Houston
Community College Student System online near the end of the term.
HCC Policy Statement:
Access Student
Services Policies
on their Web site:
http://digital.turn-page.com/title/7027
Distance Education and/or Continuing Education Policies
Access DE
Policies on their
Web site:
All students are responsible for reading and understanding the DE Student
Handbook, which contains policies, information about conduct, and other
important information. For the DE Student Handbook click on the link below or go
to the DE page on the HCC website.
The Distance Education Student Handbook contains policies and procedures
unique to the DE student. Students should have reviewed the handbook as part of
the mandatory orientation. It is the student's responsibility to be familiar with the
handbook's contents. The handbook contains valuable information, answers, and
resources, such as DE contacts, policies and procedures (how to drop,
attendance requirements, etc.), student services (ADA, financial aid, degree
planning, etc.), course information, testing procedures, technical support, and
academic calendars. Refer to the DE Student Handbook by visiting this link:
http://de.hccs.edu/Distance_Ed/DE_Home/faculty_resources/PDFs/DE_Syllabus.
pdf
Access CE
Policies on their
Web site:
http://www.hccs.edu/hccs/current-students/student-handbook/the-studenthandbook
Advising
A Sr. Advisor is connected to this class section and will meet with the class within
the first two weeks of class. The Sr. Advisor will review the advising syllabus and
EDUC 1300 – page 6
the ways in which you can communicate with them. Students are required to meet
with their advisor at least twice within the semester. Participation in these advising
sessions is required and will be a part of the grade in this success class.
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EDUC 1300 Learning Framework
Spring Calendar, 2013
Houston Community College
WEEK
TEXT
CHAPTER
1
Change
TOPICS
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Introduction to the
course & textbook
Syllabus and class
overview
Discuss Chapter 1:
Change
My Student Success
Lab Orientation
Assigned to
Cooperative Learning
Groups
Select a Group
Leader
Choose an
Academic theme for
Group Presentation (i.e.
English, Engineering,
Biology, Nursing,
etc…)
Senior academic
advisement
ASSIGNMENTS
1.
Portfolio Assignment A
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/portfolio-assignment/view
b. https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/dropbox
2.
HCC Scholarship Assignment (start)
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-scholarship-assignment/view
3.
Create HCC Facebook Account
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/facebook-assignment/view
4.
Portfolio Assignment D (Due 3rd class mtg)
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-challenge/view
5. Create HCC E-Mail
a. http://www.hccs.edu/district/students/student-e-maileagle-id/
6. Set appointments with Senior Advisor
7.
Complete MyStudentSuccessLab registration and do the “First Step Goal
Setting” assignment
a. http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/mystudentsuc
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cesslab/
2
Engage
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Discuss Chapter 2:
Engage
8.
Complete Portfolio Assignment B
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/portfolio-assignment/view
9.
Complete Library Assignment
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/library-assignment/view
10.
Read Chapter 2 ENGAGE
1.
Submit topic for Portfolio Assignment K (Career Research Project)
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/career-assignment-guidelines/view
2.
Complete Personal Learning System Assignment
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/assignments/assignment-1-1/view
3.
Library (quiz)
4.
HCC Challenge
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-challenge/view
5.
Portfolio Assignment E
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/typefocus
6.
LASSI Assessment (Located inside of the Student Sign under your To Do
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List).
a. https://hccsaweb.hccs.edu:8080/psp/csprd/?cmd=login&languageCd=EN
G
7.
3
Persist
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Discuss Chapter 3:
Persist
Degree Plan
Read Chapter 3: Persist
Please complete all of the following assignment and quizzes.
http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300
1. Continue to read and complete in-text exercises within Chapters 4, 5 and 11.
2. Complete Goals Worksheet (Learning Web)
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course-materials-andassignments/goals-worksheet/view
3. Complete and Submit a preliminary Portfolio Assignment F
a. Assignment F- Degree Plan
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/kimberly.koledoye/facultyresources/degree-plan-procedures-forms
4. Choose a degree plan. http://www.hccs.edu/district/students/advising/degree-plans/
5. Review the degree with instructor and counselor (for approval).
6. Save a copy of the approved version of the degree plan.
i. Ex. John Doe (Fall 2011) Business Admin Degree Plan
7. Final version of Portfolio Assignment F will be assessed after instructor
approval. Also, be sure to locate a degree plan for the college/university that you
intend to graduate from.
a. Degree Plan Outline
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/degree-plan-outline/view
8. Complete the Quizzes for Chapters 1, 2 and 3, and submit all answers to
Dropbox. In addition, mark the answers onto 4 separate Scantrons.
*Also, keep working on your Group Presentation Assignments. I suggest that
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you divide the chapter up and have each respective member create pages. If all
members do not have access to Power Point, you can also create a group account
using PREZI.
4
Connect
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Discuss Chapter 4:
Connect
Technology
1. Make at least 1 of the required post from Assignment C
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/facebook-assignment/view
2. Complete Part I from HCC Scholarship Assignment
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course-materials-andassignments/assignment-1/view
3. E-mail Etiquette (Netiquette)
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/william.nantz/acnt1491-sat/coursematerials/email-materials/email-etiquette-for-students
4. Online Time Management Tools
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/programs/counseling/central/sliporientation/time-management-powerpoint/view
5. Read Chapter 11: Prosper
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Prosper
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Discuss Chapter 11:
Prosper
How to Manage Your
Finances
1. Credit Score Assignment
a. https://www.annualcreditreport.com/index.action
b. Fill out the information and obtain a free copy of your credit
report. DO NOT PUT THE COPY IN YOUR DROPBOX.
Further Instructions will be given during next class meeting.
2. Financial Aid Quiz
3. https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
11
-materials-and-assignments/financial-aid-quiz/view
4. Mystudentsuccesslab: Financial Literacy
a. http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica
/mystudentsuccesslab/
5. Read Chapter 5: Think
6. Complete the modules below.
Financial Literacy and Capabilities Modules
Cost of Living
Many students are unaware of the costs of living; utilize the following exercise to
demonstrate.
Students will visit the following link to determine how much it will cost to live their
desired lifestyle. Students will also identify careers that will provide the earnings to
maintain their desired lifestyles.
http://www.texasrealitycheck.com/
Budgeting & Saving
Allow students to visit & complete the SPENT poverty simulation website
http://playspent.org View the Budgeting power point and discuss how to make a
budget. Require students to record their spending over a one week period to
determine their spending habits. Utilize the power point, analyze spending habits, and
find areas to reduce spending. Create a savings plan and report savings at the end of
the semester.
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Think
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7
Prioritize
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Discuss Chapter 5:
Think
Group Presentation
Discuss Chapter 6:
Prioritize
Group Presentation
1. How To Study
2. Study Habits Discussion
3. Read Chapter 6: Prioritize
1. Read Chapter 7: Learn
2. Submit Interviewees Information and Question for Portfolio
Assignment K
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
-materials-and-assignments/career-assignment-guidelines/view
Create a list of at least 5 questions that you will ask the person you
are interviewing for your Career Assignment and submit to Dropbox
for approval.
3. Time Monitor Assignment
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
-materials-and-assignments/assignments/time-monitorassignment/view
Follow the directions and submit.
4. My Student Success Lab: Time Management
http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/myst
udentsuccesslab/
Mid-Term Exam
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Learn
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Discuss Chapter 7:
Learn
Discuss Assignment B
Group Presentation
5. Read Chapter 8: Read
6. Complete Annotating and Recording Assignment
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
-materials-and-assignments/assignments/assignment-2-1/view
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Complete and submit to Dropbox.
7. Submit Essay Rough Draft for HCC Scholarship Assignment
https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-scholarship-assignment/view
The essay(s) that you submit are based upon Part II of the HCC
Scholarship Assignment. The required essays for you respective
scholarship applications will be discussed on a student by student
basis.
8.
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Read
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Discuss Chapter 8:
Read
Group Presentation
My Student Success Lab: Learning Preferences
http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/myst
udentsuccesslab/
1. Complete Occupation Search
2. https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
-materials-and-assignments/assignments/assignment-3/view
3. Complete and submit.
4. Submit Time Monitor Assignment
5. https://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course
-materials-and-assignments/assignments/time-monitorassignment/view
6. Read Chapter 9: Record
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Record
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Study
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Discuss Chapter 9:
Record
Group Presentation
Discuss Chapter 10:
Study
1.
My Student Success Lab: Reading & Annotating
a. http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/mystudentsuc
cesslab/
2.
Read Chapter 10: Study
1. Submit Essay Final Draft for HCC Scholarship Assignment PART II
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-scholarship-assignment/view
2. Submit HCC Scholarship Assignment
a. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/coursematerials-and-assignments/hcc-scholarship-assignment/view
3. Read Chapter 12: Present
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Present
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Communi
cate
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Discuss Chapter 12:
Present
Discuss Chapter 13:
Communicate
1. Read Chapter 13: Communicate
1. Mystudentsuccess Lab: Communication
http://www.pearsonmylabandmastering.com/northamerica/mystudentsuccesslab
/
2. Read Chapter 14: Live
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Live
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Discuss Chapter 14:
Live
Prepare for Assignment
K Presentations
1. Read Chapter 15: Plan
2. Submit Final version of Assignment K
3. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/course-materials-and-
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assignments/career-assignment-guidelines/view
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Plan
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Discuss Chapter 16:
Plan
Assignment K
Presentations
1. http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/co
urse-materials-and-assignments/portfolio-assignment/view
2. Final Exam Review
http://learning.hccs.edu/faculty/desmond.lewis/educ1300/final-exam
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Final Exam
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Assignments in BOLD are required as a part of the HCC Core Curriculum Objectives.
In addition, many of these assignments, discussions, and quizzes will be a part of your online coursework. The online component meets one of
the HCC Core Curriculum Objectives.