Course Policies and Syllabus
Course Number and Title
Instructions: This template is provided as a guide to faculty. It was last revised Spring 2015 by the
Teaching and Learning Committee. Highlighted text indicates content you should replace or revise.
Highlighting will print so be sure to replace all of it.
Instructor:
Name
Title:
Title
Office:
Location, including campus
Office Hours:
Office hours
Phone:
Phone
Email:
Must be your official college e-mail
Fax:
Fax
Department Homepage: Provide url
Faculty Web Page: Provide url
Course Description: Refer to Master Course Description, available from department chairperson, for
course outline and objectives approved by the Curriculum Committee and responsible department.
Include the pre- and co-requisites. You can also provide a link to an electronic copy of the Master Course
Description.
Minimum Technical Requirements
Students enrolled in this course must be able to:
 Use all required features of Falcon Online such as discussion boards and the Dropbox
 Send and receive attachments by e-mail
 Create and submit files using Microsoft Word processing or Excel spreadsheet programs
 Create, edit, and present using programs such as PowerPoint or Prezi
Student Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to Copy and
paste from the master course description, available from the chairperson
Class Format: Include an explanation of online use and the format of the class. Explain course access
information if using the online component. Include the link to Falcon Online:
http://www.daytonastate.edu/falcononline.
Required Textbook(s) and/or Materials: Give the title, author, publisher, publisher date and ISBN
number. Also give the link to Daytona State College Bookstore, http://www.DaytonaStateShop.com
where students can find the location/days/hours of local DSC bookstores or order books and materials
online.
Optional Materials: List any optional materials suggested for the course. Make sure it is clear to
students that they will not need these in order to complete course activities and assignments.
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Equipment and Supplies: Give a brief description of technology required, software requirements,
additional needs for the classroom, etc. Example: You will need Internet access for this course as well as
knowledge of PowerPoint, Word, Falcon Online, and LiveText. A flash drive or access to an internet
storing site (OneDrive, Google Docs, Dropbox, etc…)
Important Links: List different links that students will use and a brief description.
Classroom Policies
Disclaimer: Teaching policies and regulations for this course are not open for discussion or negotiation.
This syllabus has been constructed to be as complete as possible but is by no means a binding
document. I reserve the right to alter policies, procedures, and the syllabus as needed. Please utilize the
website regularly as any changes to the syllabus will be posted there.
How to proceed through the course: Indicate what behaviors, skills, etc., are essential for success in this
course. Example: Students should plan to have three hours of study time per week for each credit hour
of class time. Example: when taking a typical 3 credit hour course, students should plan to spend at
least 9 hours per week doing coursework and studying for that course regardless of the mode of delivery
(online, hybrid, face-to-face). (i.e. is the course organized around modules, units, or lessons? Should the
students begin each unit with notes and text readings then precede to discussion questions self-tests,
outside web links? Include appropriate links to sections in syllabus or to online course content).
Instructors may want to include a brief explanation of each course tool. The learning management
system course tools include the following: glossary, resources, course content module, grade book,
student presentations, and student progress.
Handling of assignments: How to submit assignments (in class, electronically in drop box, email, public
post, etc.), deadlines, where to find assignments, late assignments. Include a link to detailed schedule of
assignments.
Communication: Describe how communication should be handled in the classroom and/or through
electronic communication tools, if they are being used, (email, Internet email, discussion boards, and
chat). Include communication expectations. Examples: Students may expect responses to email and
phone mail within 3 business days. Students may expect assignments grades within one week after
submission. If the course is online, students should log into their course at least every 48 hours and must
communicate with the instructor at least once each week. Be specific if students are required to post in
discussion boards. Specify which discussions are required for a grade and which ones are just for
information. Be specific also if students are required to participate in chats. Specify which chats are
required for a grade.
Interaction: Explain requirements for interaction such as games, group projects, discussion board
postings and responses, linking to outside resources, time on task recommendations.
Attendance and Lateness Policy: This policy must be clearly stated and can be tied into the final grades/
Provide example scenarios. An example follows.
A student can miss up to 3 hours of class without fault (this includes instances of tardiness).
Examples:
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 2 class meetings missed in a 7 week 50/50 course that meets 2 times per week
 1 class missed in 7 week course that meets 1 time per week
 1 (1.5 hours) class missed and 30 minutes tardy 3 times.
More than 3 hours of missed class will result in a grade of “F” or, if the student can still withdrawal, a
“W” and the requirement to retake the course.
Late Work/Make-up Work and Exams: This policy must be clearly stated.
Classroom Etiquette: For online or web-enhanced courses, you may wish to use excerpts from user
expectations document at http://www.daytonastate.edu/falcononline/. Example for face-to-face: All
students should be on time for class. Attend to your needs before entering the room. Students who
come late or leave during the class are a distraction to both the instructor and other students. The use
of cellular phones, MP3 players and other electronic devices is also a distraction. Please ensure
electronic devices are off (or on silent alert). If an emergency arises, please be courteous to your fellow
students and leave quietly. Finally, cell phones, watch alarms, beepers, etc. are strictly prohibited in the
examination room. .
Evaluation/Assessment Methods: Explain how the students will be assessed accomplishing the course
student learning outcomes. Include an explanation of types of evaluations such as essays, research
papers, quizzes, tests, group projects, discussions either electronically or face-to-face, etc. Include
rubrics or schematics used in the grading process. Instructors may also want to include a rationale for
each method of evaluation and/or link the evaluation method to the course outcome. Link to or give a
detailed schedule of assignments and/or detailed assignment descriptions.
Grading Policy: It is very important that the instructor be able to explain and understand their own
grading policy. Include in this area requirements, policies, how grades are determined, extra credit,
make up, term papers. Be specific. Use either a weighted grading system or a point system and give the
grading scale. Policies for assigning incomplete grades must adhere to the College policy as stated in the
catalog in effect at the time the section is offered. You can review that policy at
https://www.daytonastate.edu/catalog/adm/grading_system.html.
Example:
Grades are based on overall points accumulated on class participation/attendance, assignments,
quizzes, a term paper, and the final exam. In addition, to successfully complete the course with a grade
C or higher:


70% or more of all assignments must be completed by specified due dates,
Completion of each assignment with 70% points or more.
Points per Task:
Participate/attendance 30 meetings @ 2 points each
60
10 Assignments @ 15 points each
Term Paper
150
100
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4 Quizzes @ 50 points each
Final Exam
TOTAL Points Available
200
200
710
Grading Scale:
Number of Points Earned
639 – 710
617 – 638
568 – 616
546 – 567
497 – 545
475 - 496
426 – 474
0 – 425
Percent
90% - 100%
87% - 89%
80% - 86%
77% - 79%
70% - 76%
67% - 69%
60% - 66%
0% - 59%
Grade
A
B+
B
C+
C
D+
D
F
An incomplete grade will NOT be given UNLESS the following criteria are met:
 A request in writing is submitted to the instructor prior to last three weeks of class,
 All assignments, term paper, and quizzes were completed at that point in time,
 The student has a grade C or higher at that point in time.
Class Schedule: Topic sequence, assignment deadlines, quiz and test dates, etc., often in table form.
Class Withdrawal Process: Example: Students can withdraw from this class prior to the date listed in
the Academic Calendar. It is not necessary to have approval from the instructor to withdraw from the
course, but you should discuss the situation with the instructor prior to any action. Many times issues
and concerns can be resolved with communication. Please review Refund/Repayment Policy in the
current college catalog and also check with the Office of Financial Aid to determine how this withdrawal
might affect your current and future aid eligibility.
Sensitive Materials: Course content aims to enable students to reach course goals and objectives. As
such, students will often be introduced to a wide range of topics and ideas that may differ from familiar
understandings and beliefs. Some content could be considered sensitive or offensive or disturbing (or
all of the above) by some students.
The following items should be reproduced in full, with additions if deemed necessary by the instructor.
Student Rights & Responsibilities
Students are responsible for reading and following all college policies outlined in the Student Handbook.
Some of the most important are summarized below. The Handbook can be accessed at
http://www.daytonastate.edu/academics.html under “Student Resources.”
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Academic Integrity
In order to preserve academic excellence and integrity, the College expects you to know, understand,
and comply with the Academic Integrity Policy, which prohibits academic dishonesty in any form,
including, but not limited to, cheating and plagiarism. Grades conferred by instructors are intended to
be, and must be, accurate and true reflections of the coursework actually produced and submitted by
you.
Cases of suspected academic dishonesty may be reported to the Judicial Affairs Office for resolution.
Modify this to include grade penalties or if you refer all cases to Judicial Affairs.
Honor Pledge: I, as a member of the DSC community, pledge that I will neither give nor receive
unauthorized aid in my work nor will I present another’s work as my own, nor will I tolerate anyone who
does. For more information on academic integrity, view Honor Code.
You might want to define forms of academic dishonesty here or discuss in class.
Academic Support Services
Students with Disabilities: The Student Disability Services (SDS) Office provides tools and resources to
students with documented disabilities. Students who self-disclose a documented disability and provide
the required documentation to the SDS Office can receive confidential and reasonable accommodations
to assist in their academic success. If you need accommodations, please contact the SDS Office at (386)
506-3238. To call Florida Relay dial 7-1-1, or the appropriate toll-free number: 1-800-955-8771 (TTY), 1800-955-8770 (Voice). You can also find more information at http://www.daytonastate.edu/sds.
Veterans: If you are currently serving or have ever served in the U.S. Military, please feel free to visit
the Veterans Center in the Lenholt Student Center (Bldg. 130, room 124) for any assistance or phone
386.506.3065. Please visit https://www.daytonastate.edu/admsvet/
The Division of Library and Academic Support provides the following unlimited services to students
via tuition and fees at the time of registration.
Academic Support Center: The Academic Support Centers (ASC) assist students on every campus to
achieve their potential by providing the resources they need to become successful, independent
learners. For more information please go to http://www.daytonastate.edu/asc/ or email
ASC@DaytonaState.edu.
Writing Center: For assistance with all stages of the writing process please visit the Writing Center
(appointments recommended) www.daytonastate.edu/cwc
Library and Research Services: The Daytona State Library offers many types of resources to support
your research materials and assistance. www.daytonastate.edu/library
Technical Support is available for FalconMail, printing, web usage, Faclon Online, and more. Students
may call 386-506-4AID (4243) or e-mail FalconAid@Daytonastate.edu.
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Safety on Campus: Check your FalconMail after you register for information on accessing and updating
your free Daytona State College Rave Alert account. You can also visit
https://www.getrave.com/login/daytonastate.
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