COURSE SYLLABUS & SCHEDULE OF GRADED ACTIVITIES
GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY I CRN 3063 SECTION 09 –
THIS ONLINE CLASS RUNS FROM 08/26/2021 TO 12/15/2021
Housatonic Community College
900 Lafayette Boulevard
Bridgeport, CT 06604
Mail Number (203) 332-5000
NOTE TO STUDENTS: Please review this information carefully and regularly. This syllabus is subject to
change at any time to meet the needs of the class/current climate/university. Due to these current times we must
all be flexible and accommodate changes. If an alteration is made to the syllabus there will be an announcement
sent out to the school email that you have registered, so make sure that you have this current. It is your
responsibility to check this document for due dates, grading policies, textbook information, etc. Do not contact
this instructor for due dates – please review the syllabus.
Welcome and best of luck to you!!!
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Information Location
Page #
Professor Info with Contact Methods/Course Information including Method (online)
2
Required Textbook/Online Info
2
Prerequisite(s)
2
Course-Specific Outcomes
2-3
General Expectations
3
Computer Requirements/Email Statement/Problems/Browser Info/Academic Support
3
ADA Accommodations/College Accessibility Policy
4
Student Responsibility
4
Academic Integrity
4-5
Mobile Policy Statement
5-6
Course Set-up
6
Grading Policies: Deadlines, Missed Tests, Assignments, Extra Credit, etc.
6-7
Course Discussion Info
7-8
Test/Paper or Video (Capstone Project)
8-9
Grading Possibility
9
Final Information
9
Bottom Line Statement and Well-Wishes
9
Breakdown of Assignments
9-10
Complete Module with Assignments/Due Dates
10-11
***PLEASE SEE SYLLABUS SECTION FOR SYLLABUS SUPPLEMENT FROM COLLEGE
CONTAINING MANY PERTINENT FACTS ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY AND OTHER
RESOURCES NOT MENTIONED HEREIN***
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Professor/Course Information:
Name:
Course Location:
Michele L. Bullock NCC, LPC, BC-TMH, PhD
Virtual office hours by appointment as I am an adjunct Professor
Email only to this designated email or I may not receive it:
mbullock@nvcc.commnet.edu
Online Format – Please ensure that you have watched video on how to participate in an
online class with us. I am not a technology expert so please be sure that you have a
basic understanding of how to use the online classroom. Also ensure that you have the
appropriate technology to participate in the course.
Textbook and Online Accompanying code needed:
Psychology 6th Edition by Saundra Ciccarelli & J. Noland White
Work in online course room for your practice only. This is not graded so it is optional except for
initial pre-course survey.
REQUIRED
Psychology (Revel Combo Access Card) Can get from bookstore or online through Pearson.
1. Edition: 6th
2. ISBN: 9780135583630
3. Author: White
4. Publisher: Pearson
Course Prerequisite(s):
English 101
Course Competencies:
Designated Social Phenomenon I
Course-Specific Outcomes:
 Identify the assumptions of historical and current perspectives, including behavioral, psychoanalytic,
humanistic, biological, cognitive, and socio-cultural.
 Articulate the strengths, limitations, implications, and ethical challenges of the following research
approaches: observational, survey, case study, correlational, and experimental. Identify and advantages
and disadvantages of a given method; determine the efficacy of one method over another.
 Use information technology ethically and responsibly when formulating a researchable topic and
employing sound database search strategies to locate and choose relevant peer-reviewed sources from
appropriate media.
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 Demonstrate information competence when using selected sources to accurately evaluate the general
scientific reports of psychological literature and data. Using APA style, evaluate and integrate peerreviewed sources and/or theories of psychology, in order to construct a written assignment.
 Explain how behavior and mental processes are influenced by culture and the presence of others.
 Articulate the ethical research guidelines set by the APA.
 Critically analyze current issues in psychology, and articulate connections between diverse facts and
theories; identify arguments based on personal and anecdotal evidence; identify common fallacies and
unsupported assertions regarding behavior.
 Demonstrate an understanding of basic concepts and theories of the following:
o Research methods,
o Perspectives in psychology
o Biology and human behavior [identify the various structures of the brain, the differences between
the central and peripheral nervous systems, and the parts of the neuron,
o States of consciousness [list and differentiate the stages of sleep,
o Theories of learning,
o Human development [identify the various theories that underlay human development,
o Memory [describe the stages of memory; identity ways of improving memory,
o Motivation
General Expectations:
The outline and structure of this course creates a set of common expectations for your work. Here are some general
considerations the College wishes to emphasize:
 Please keep current in class. Learners who fall behind are less likely to get feedback from others in online
discussions. If something happens that is going to cause you to fall behind, it is your responsibility to
contact your instructor immediately
 Please read the information contained in the College Resources link in your Blackboard course to become
familiar with college policies and procedures. Policies and procedures are also available on the college
website
Computer requirements:
 You will need to have an up-to-date browser, operating system and some additional software on your
computer to take this class. Most of the documents in this course will be available to you in PDF form. If
you do not have Adobe Acrobat Reader software on your computer, you can download it by going to
http://get.adobe.com/reader/
Computer and the Internet:
 Students will need a reliable desktop or full-sized laptop and a reliable Internet connection to take this
course. You are required to develop a back-up plan for maintaining access to the Internet in case of a
computer and/or Internet failure. Please note that even temporary computer access problems are not
considered in this course as legitimate excuses for your lack of participation
 When using a cell phone, exams are often not accessible or close prior to completion. If you cannot access
the material, try a different browser (Google, Firefox, Safari, etc.)
 NOTE: Internet Explorer is not supported by Blackboard – do not use this browser
Professor and Student Email:
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You must have and use a Housatonic CC email and check it daily for announcements. All emails for this
course will be sent through Blackboard to the student’s HCC email – no exceptions. When emailing me, do
not use Blackboard; instead email me at mbullock@nvcc.commnet.edu
Problems:
 I cannot address a problem if you do not contact me immediately; do not wait until weeks into the course
to inform me that you are having difficulties with the course and/or connections.
 I am not a computer technician, nor am I an expert on Adobe, Microsoft, PowerPoint or trouble shooting
Internet problems. If you experience issues with Blackboard, please click on the “Help and Tech Support”
tab in Blackboard
Academic Support:
 HCC has several areas of academic support for our students. This link will take you to the information
you need: http://www.housatonic.edu/student-services/academic-support
ADA Accommodation/College Accessibility Policy:
 Any student with a physical or learning disability who requires accommodations is asked to make it known
to this instructor so that proper accommodations can be made to assist in the learning process
 Accommodations must be documented (see Academic Support Services) or use this link:
http://www.housatonic.edu/student-services/disability-support
 Do not delay to contact the school if you require support or accommodations as information to assist you
may be required, Contact Marilyn Wehr (responsible also for coordination of Section 504/Title II
Accessibility Services at (203) 332-5018.
Student’s responsibility:
 As a student enrolled in this class you are assuming responsibility to learn in an online format and to meet
all the requirements. Additionally, you are responsible for checking your email or Bb announcements
daily while enrolled in this course.
 Any announcements will be posted in the announcement section of Blackboard as well as emailed to all
students. In the past, students have missed deadlines and or announcements, stating they did not check
their email or Bb; you are responsible for material/notices sent in emails or announcements on Bb.
 This is an online course; you must check your email daily during the week. If I must discuss a matter with
an individual student, it will be sent via your HCC email. Also, it is your responsibility to know and abide
by the deadlines set in the syllabus
Academic Integrity:
 Academic dishonesty will not be tolerated in this course. Any student who hands in the work of another
person, even if from previous semesters, will receive an F for the course. If plagiarism is found in a
student’s paper/work they will receive an F for that assignment and possibly the course, as well as be
referred to the Dean’s office for review. See academic integrity policy in Student Handbook
 While cooperative learning is encouraged, you must hand in your original work instead of borrowing from
others. Any student who is believed to have handed in someone else’s work or is caught cheating will be
referred to the Academic Dean for appropriate action and will receive a failing grade for that assignment
and possibly the course
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 All online students are expected to conform to the accepted standards of academic honesty. Any clear
violations of these standards, such as cheating, violating copyright laws, or plagiarism are handled
promptly, firmly, privately, and fairly by the Professor.
 The Professor will promptly notify the College of the discovery of the incident. • First-time violations
may result in an “F” being assigned for the course in which the violation occurs and the placement of a
letter in the student’s file. A second violation may result in dismissal from the College
 The student may appeal any decision to the Chancellor who will render a final decision after appropriate
investigation
 Cheating shall be defined as • Copying to any extent the work of another student • Intentionally assisting
another student during an examination • Having access to material related to an examination during an
examination • Possessing or having access to unauthorized copies of an examination • Departing from any
stated examination conditions
 The American Heritage Dictionary defines plagiarism as “To appropriate passages or ideas from another
and use them as one’s own.” Plagiarism involves:
o Submitting another person’s work as one’s own
o Submitting work from any source that is not properly acknowledged by footnote, bibliography, or
reference within a paper
o Submitting work pieced together from phrases and/or sentences from various sources without
acknowledgement
o Submitting work with another person’s phrase(s) rearranged without acknowledgement
o Submitting work that uses any phrase, sentence, or stylistic mannerism without acknowledgement
o Omitting quotation marks from any directly quoted material
o Failure to use three dots (...) to indicate omission of one or more words
o Any other actions deemed to be plagiarism by the faculty
Notice: Anti-plagiarism Detection Software SafeAssign, Turnitin or other anti-plagiarism detection software
products may be used in this course. Anti-plagiarism detection software products assist faculty and students in
preventing and detecting plagiarism. Professors may utilize such software in order to check the originality of the
academic work students submit in a course by comparing submitted papers to those contained in its database
consisting of submitted papers and other sources. Anti-plagiarism detection software returns an “originality
report” for each submission. The report is limited in scope to merely identifying passages that are not original to
the author of the submitted work and which may include correctly cited quotations and information. Professors
and students must carefully review such reports. No adverse action may be taken by a professor with respect to a
student solely on the basis of an originality report which indicates the potential for plagiarism
Mobile Policy Statement:
 You should not be using the web-browser on your device to access Blackboard Learn. Mobile device
browsers are not full-fledged browsers and are missing many of the vital components necessary for
Blackboard use. Instead, you should download the Blackboard mobile app or use your desktop / laptop
 If you opt to use the Blackboard Mobile app, it’s important to understand that the app does not provide
the full functionality of Blackboard Learn. Your computer or laptop with supported browser and java
settings needs to be the primary online tool for your course. Technical support is not available for problems
that occur on the mobile app
 While mobile devices provide convenient access to check in and read information about your courses, the
Academic Deans Council of the Connecticut Community Colleges has stated that mobile devices “should
NOT be used to perform work such as taking tests, quizzes, completing assignments, or submitting
substantive discussion posts.”
 The Blackboard mobile app is available for download for Android/Google, iOS, Microsoft, Palm devices.
The log-in procedure for all community college students is as follows:
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o Search for the school named “Connecticut Community Colleges”
o Your username is just the number part of your NetID
o Your password is the same as myCommNet
For more information on mobile devices please visit:
 (mobile security, etc.) = https://www.ccsu.edu/it/itservices/mobile_security.html
Course Set-up:
 First ensure that you have the correct text or code. To set up Pearson Revel (online text) read instructions
in code you purchased
 You will read the syllabus and supplemental syllabus first. Then please look at the information to the left
of the main area of your online courseroom. In this menu area you will see specific areas (open after the
start date of the course). Please read the course content area, as this will contain the modules that will
contain your assignments
 In the MyGrades section you will find your grades. Keep in mind that the transposing of grade can be
confusing to read so ensure that you understand the second part of this syllabus that explains grading on
more detail
 In the Help & Tech Support area you will find information on contacts for help with such things as
passwords, etc.
 Under Academic Support you will find information on:
o Academic resources, Office 365 for students. Library info, and for etutoring
 In each module contained in Course Content you will find:
o Any PowerPoints and lecture materials
o Any posted videos
o Discussions if due during that module
o Tests/Other assessments if applicable
o Any other information about work to be completed/readings, etc.
Grading Policies: About Deadlines, Missed Tests or Assignments, Extra Credit, etc.
 The class starts on a Thursday, and the first assignment will be due Wednesday. The weeks will then start
on Thursday and end on Wednesday with work due on Sunday at 12:00AM with no exception. The next
week starts on Thursday of each subsequent week, and the new assignment information will “open” at
12am on each Thursday. Each week the work will be due on Wednesday at 12:00AM. You must pace
yourself accordingly and allow at least 2-4 hours a week for completing the work, depending on how fast
you read/work
 You will not be allowed to work ahead or reopen missed dates – remember to pace yourself accordingly
 Work closes on due dates and will not be reopened after these. Do not contact me for assignment due dates
 Work submitted late will automatically receive zero (0) points. Work is not accepted past the deadlines
posted in the course Schedule of Graded Activities, unless:
o An extension was requested advance and the student has obtained prior permission from the
instructor.
o A test or assignment deadline was missed due to illness or emergency. In the event of a missed
test or assignment due to illness or emergency:
 My expectation is that you will contact me either on the date of the missed test date or the
day after, with the exception of truly serious emergencies.
 If you do not notify me of an emergency (power outage, etc), I will not offer an extension.
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You will simply be awarded a ZERO for the test or assignment if you do not contact me
immediately – bulk assignments or “backed up work” is not allowed
Class assignments will close out and you will get a zero if not completed on time
There is no opportunity for extra credit at the beginning, middle, or end of the term because
of poor grades, or due to missed tests or assignments
The 1000 point total grading system is utilized in this course and is explained below:
Discussions:
 View
the
YouTube
video
on
how
to
create
a
discussion
thread
in
BlackBoard
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ihU82m3dCDw
 In the Discussion area you will find the information for assigned discussions (each module that has a
discussion will provide you the link/directions)
 You can get up to 100 points (up to 20 for each of the 5 discussions) – You will get the score based on
the work that you put in. An excellent discussion answer, well thought-out and complete will garner the
proficient score range, for example
 You do not have to respond to others’ discussion posts, but I encourage you to do so. Be respectful and
do not argue any points if you do respond. Instructions for each discussion will be listed in each module
 Discussion Etiquette:
o We are committed to open, frank, and insightful dialogue in all of its courses. Diversity has many
manifestations, including diversity of thought, opinion, and values. We encourage all learners to
be respectful of that diversity and to refrain from inappropriate commentary
o Should such inappropriate comments occur, faculty will intervene as they monitor the dialogue in
the courses. Faculty will request that inappropriate content be removed from the course and will
recommend university disciplinary action.
o Learners as well as faculty should be guided by common sense and basic etiquette. The following
are good guidelines to follow:
 Never post, transmit, promote, or distribute content that is known to be illegal
 Never post harassing, threatening, or embarrassing comments
 If you disagree with someone, respond to the subject, not the person
 Never post content that is harmful, abusive; racially, ethnically, religiously or otherwise
offensive or insensitive – it is truly an art form to make a respectful case for something
which you must learn over the course of your college career and life in general
 Never post content that is vulgar; sexually explicit; or otherwise potentially offensive
 The disciplinary policy that addresses these issues is available
100 Points Total – UP
TO 20 points for each
of the 5 discussions
Initial Post
Novice
Competent
0 Points
Student fails to provide
important statements or
points regarding topic;
post is poorly written or
partially
incomprehensible
1 to 10 Points
Student discusses their own
ideas, opinions, and
conclusions about topic;
post is comprehensible;
however, it may not be
fully developed to the point
that it allows others to
comprehend
Proficient
11 to 20 Points
Student is able to present
information on topic
articulately; student
provides support for their
beliefs through supportive
statements or academic
research; post is
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Overall: Punctuation,
Grammar, Minimum
Length, and Spelling
understandable and
concise
Post or combined posts
Post or combined posts
Post or combined posts
contain multiple spelling, contain minimal spelling,
are well written, with no
punctuation, or
punctuation, or
spelling, punctuation, or
grammatical errors; did
grammatical errors; meets grammatical errors; meets
not meet the minimum
the minimum word
the minimum word
word requirements
requirements
requirements
If references are being
If references are being
If references are being
used: student did not
used: all hyperlinks are
used: all hyperlinks are
provide references to
working correctly;
working correctly, or
information found from
however, all references are references are
another source, or
not properly supported.
appropriately cited.
hyperlinks are invalid.
THESE DISCUSSIONS MUST COMPLETE AT LEAST 3-4 COMPLETE PARAGRAPHS – TRY
USING WORD COUNT TO HELP GAUGE THIS. A GOOD RULE OF THUMB IS AT LEAST 400-500
WORDS FOR FULL CREDIT.
Tests:
 There will be 7 tests, on chapters 1,2,4,5,6,8,9. The exams will be worth UP TO 100 points each for a
possible score of 700. They will be 25 multiple choice questions, and you will have an hour for each one.
No exceptions unless you have registered with the ADA accommodations area
APA Paper Review: Review a short “paper” and circle at least 5 things wrong with the paper after reviewing the
sample paper at the Owl at Purdue site:
 https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_formatting_and_style_guide/apa_sample_p
aper.html
Either APA paper OR pre-recorded presentation of subject area worth up to 100 points (Capstone
Project):
 Subject matter is what you have learned about psychology to date this semester
 Paper or video – whichever you are more comfortable with
 If you choose paper it is to be APA style 7th edition, and can be worth UP TO 100 points
A paper with a minimum of four pages (subject matter to be released online in class) on a subject related
to the field of psychology. It has to be APA format or the grade becomes an automatic zero. Review the
materials in the Web Resources section of the courseroom online
At least 50 points
15 points
15 points
Format is APA and follows this to end of paper (citations, etc)
Should have at least 4 citations (text, journal, etc) NO Wikipedia -only viable
resources
Paper structure (follows logical order and progression of information, stays on
track)
Content (free of grammatical errors, has good amount of related information
and displays good thought process and citations of facts/information when
appropriate
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20 points
Your thoughts/insights included and logical paper end. Be thought-provoking
to keep interest
 If you choose to record video for subject presentation we will use Kaltura
 Video will be worth UP TO 100 points and must be at least 8-10 minutes and will be graded accordingly:
At least 50 points
Uses Kaltura video recording appropriately and is appropriate to college level
presentations. At least 8-10 minutes
Should have at least 4 citations (text, journal, etc) of where you got the
information you are presenting NO Wikipedia -only viable resources
15 points
Presentation structure (follows logical order and progression of information,
stays on track). Speaks slowly and clearly. Uses materials in good form
(PowerPoints, etc). No reading off of information. You can refer but do not
simply read off the information contained
15 points
Content (has good amount of related information and displays good thought
process and citations of facts/information when appropriate
20 points
Your thoughts/insights included and logical presentation end. Be thoughtprovoking to keep interest
Grading Total Possibility at a Glance (out of 1000 possible points):
Discussions
Up to 100 points total
Tests
Up to 700 points total
Paper or Video Presentation
Up to 100 points total
APA Paper Correction
Up to 50 points
Final
Up to 50 points
Final:
 The final will be worth up to 50 points – 1 for each question from each of the chapters – there will be a
study guide before the final is due posted
The bottom line:
 It is very important that you click on the tab “Syllabus”. Read completely. Every professor runs their
course differently – please be sure you understand how I run my course
 You earn the grade you get in this course. You are responsible for turning your work in on time. You are
responsible for maintaining the quality of the work that will earn you a good grade. Enjoy learning and
get the most from this course – it is one that you will remember and contains information that will help
you grow individually and provide a better understanding of the human mind/body/ourselves/the world
around us, etc.
 Please be sure to review the Syllabus Supplement provided by the college in the Syllabus area for other
important information relating to the campus/policies, etc.
Best of luck to all of you!!
BREAKDOWN OF ASSIGNMENTS – SEE NEXT PAGE FOR MORE COMPLETE GRID
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ASSIGNMENT
DUE DATE
POSSIBLE POINTS
DISCUSSION #1
09/01 at 12:00AM
Up to 20
DISCUSSION #2
DISCUSSION #3
DISCUSSION #4
DISCUSSION #5
09/22 at 12:00AM
10/13 at 12:00AM
11/03 at 12:00AM
11/10 at 12:00AM
Up to 20
Up to 20
Up to 20
Up to 20
TEST #1 (Ch 1)
TEST #2 (Ch 2)
TEST #3 (Ch 4)
TEST #4 (Ch 5)
TEST #5 (Ch 6)
TEST #6 (Ch 8)
TEST #7 (Ch 9)
09/08 at 12:00AM
09/15 at 12:00AM
09/29 at 12:00AM
10/13 at 12:00AM
10/27 at 12:00AM
11/10 at 12:00AM
11/24 at 12:00AM
Up to 100
Up to 100
Up to 100
Up to 100
Up to 100
Up to 100
Up to 100
APA PAPER REVIEW DUE
10/14 at 12:00AM
Up to 50
CAPSTONE PAPER OR VIDEO
PRESENTATION
11/11 at 12:00AM
Up to 100
FINAL
Due 12/15 at 12:00AM
Up to 50
1000 Possible Points Total
MODULE INFORMATION/DUE DATES (CONTINUES TO NEXT PAGE)
MODULE DATES/
WORK DUE
DUE DATE/
WHEN IT OPENS
WEEK CLOSES
***READ MODULES IN THEIR ENTIRETY FOR ANY INFORMATION CONTAINED AND
REVIEW ALL TABS INCLUDED IN MODULES***
Read below – at the start of the week after reading a chapter you will take the test and then you
can begin reviewing the next chapter
MODULE/WEEK 1
 Ensure that you have required
Wed 09/01 at 12:00AM
Thurs 08/26 at 12am
text
 Thoroughly review syllabus and
BlackBoard courseroom - contact
tech support if you have
questions
 Post Discussion #1 after watching
videos - CLICK ON THE
ASSIGNMENT AND THEN
CLICK ON CREATE THREAD
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MODULE/WEEK 2
Thurs 09/02 at 12am
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MODULE/WEEK 3
Thurs 09/09 at 12am
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MODULE/WEEK 4
Thurs 09/16 at 12am
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MODULE/WEEK 5
Thurs 09/23 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 6
Thurs 09/30 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 7
Thurs 10/07 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 8
Thurs 10/14 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 9
Thurs 10/21 at 12am



TO OPEN IT UP AND SUBMIT
YOUR WORK
Read Chapter 1 & review Ch 1
Powerpoints
Test on Ch 1
Watch video on psychology
Review Ch 2 Powerpoints & read
Ch 2
Test on Ch 2
Review helpful websites relating
to the field of psychology
Post Discussion #2 after watching
video on Phineas Gage
Review info on final project
Read Ch 4 Review Powerpoints
Test on Ch 4
 Read Chapter 5 & review
powerpoints
 Post Discussion #3 after watching
related videos
 Test on Ch 5
 APA Paper Review Due
 Read Chapter 6 & review
powerpoints
 Test on Ch 6
Wed 09/08 at 12:00AM
Wed 09/15 at 12:00AM
Wed 09/22 at 12:00AM
Wed 09/29 at 12:00AM
Wed 10/06 at 12:00AM
Wed 10/13 at 12:00AM
Wed 10/20 at 12:00AM
Wed 10/27 at 12:00AM
Wed 11/03 at 12:00AM
MODULE/WEEK 10
Thurs 10/28 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 11
Thurs 11/04 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 12
Thurs 11/11 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 13
Thurs 11/18 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 14
Thurs 11/25 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 15
Thurs 12/02 at 12am
MODULE/WEEK 16
Thurs 12/09 at 12am
 Read Chapter 8 & review
powerpoints
 Post Discussion #4
 Test on Ch 8
 Post Discussion #5
 Read Chapter 9 & review
Powerpoints
 FINAL PROJECT DUE
 Test on Chapter 9
 FINAL REVIEW
HOLIDAY WEEK– STUDY/FREE
TIME
REVIEW FOR FINAL
TAKE FINAL – GOOD LUCK!!
Wed 11/10 at 12:00AM
Wed 11/17 at 12:00AM
Wed 11/24 at 12:00AM
Wed 12/01 at 12:00AM
Wed 12/08 at 12:00AM
Wed 12/15 at 12:00AM
FINAL GRADES SUBMITTED IMMEDIATELY AFTER FINAL COMPLETED
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