Course Policies and Guidelines
Every student is responsible for reading and understanding the course policies by the end of the first week of the quarter. Each student is also responsible for awareness of the course schedule, including reading assignments, homework assignments and exams.
Please feel free to ask questions. If you do not understand any of these course policies or any of the material presented in class, the readings or the homework assignments, PLEASE ASK for clarification!
Human Rights Policy
All participants in this course shall be treated with dignity and respect. Anyone who fails to demonstrate such respect for others will be asked to withdraw from the course.
Student Ethics Policy
Students in this course are expected to adhere to the student ethics policy as defined below. Unethical behavior will result in a 0.0 grade in the course, with no opportunities for second chances or withdrawal. Unethical behavior in this course is defined as submission of work (exams or assignments) that does not represent your own knowledge and understanding. This may include (but is not restricted to):
* copying answers from other students on exams or assignments,
* using hidden sources of information during exams,
* altering graded exams,
* conversations between students during exams,
* obtaining advance information about the exam,
* glances in the direction of another student’s paper during the exam,
* submission of assignments or posters that contain information copied or paraphrased from an uncited source (plagiarism) OR containing most of the information from another source (even if cited).
(A “source” can include books, journals, individuals, electronic media and any other place where information may be obtained.)
SUGGESTIONS FOR SUCCESS
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General Course Philosophy
Your instructor is dedicated to helping you succeed. She will be available to help you with your questions and concerns during office hours, or at a mutually convenient appointment. All you need do is ask for help, and you will receive it.
However, you must also take some responsibility for your learning. This includes attending class regularly, being aware of the course schedule (including exam and due dates), communicating with the instructor about your concerns and questions, and dedicating appropriate time for study of this subject.
Together, we can make this an enjoyable and successful learning experience.
Please don’t hesitate to ask your instructor questions. During lecture, she will periodically stop for questions. Use this opportunity to clarify any points which have just been discussed.
Preparation
Using your syllabus as a guide, prepare for each class. This means reading the assigned reading and formulating questions. This does not mean you need to understand everything you’ve read! It means that you will have a general idea of what is to be discussed, have looked at the pictures and diagrams, and are aware of what you are expected to learn in that unit. Preparation means becoming familiar with the topic and formulating questions about that topic.
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