3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, Alaska 99508
Course Number:
Course Title:
[Semester (i.e. Fall 2015)]
Number of credits:
CRN #:
Instructor:
Office Location:
Office Hours: (minimum of 2 hours per week – either f2f or online in a collaborate session)
Contact Information:
[Instructor Name],
Telephone:
FAX:
Email:
Course Meeting Information
Location:
Day(s) and Time(s):
Catalog Course Description:
[Go to http://catalog.uaa.alaska.edu/ for catalog descriptions.]
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Course Prerequisite/Co-requisites:
[Text that appears in Italics is suggested and may be modified at the faculty member’s
discretion. Not required to keep final text in Italics format. Delete this line from final Syllabus]
Course Design:
Sample: Course X has weekly class sessions conducted in Blackboard Collaborate,
uses Blackboard as a Learning Management System, and has required X hour field
experience which will be met through video observations. This course requires
additional time of student engagement to complete readings, projects, research, and
other assignments. Time expectations for higher education courses are typically three
hours outside of class time per week, per credit hour.
Course X meets the requirements for the [Certificate, Associate of Applied Science in
XXX, and Bachelor of Arts Degree in XXX, Graduate Certificate, Master of Arts in
Teaching, or Master of Education degree in XXX] at the University of Alaska,
Anchorage.
Course Materials:
Required Textbooks:
Course Calendar/Schedule:
This calendar and schedule is subject to change based on course and students’ needs.
Detailed directions for all assignments will be available in Blackboard.
Week/Date
Week 1 (date)
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Topic
Assignments & Due Dates
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Week 9
Week 10
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
Week 16
Finals Week
Course Assignments:
Assignments
Description
Points
Weight (If any)
Due Date
Grading Scale
A=
B=
C=
D=
F=
Student Outcomes, Assessment Procedures, Standards Addressed, and
Core Values:
[Copy table from CCG]
This course is aligned with the following professional organizations and national and
state standards:
 UAA College of Education Core Values and Program Outcomes
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/coe/about/coe-standards-outcomes.cfm
 Alaska Department of Education and Early Development Beginning Teacher
Standards
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/standards/pdf/beginning_teachers.pdf
 Alaska Department of Education and Early Development Teacher Standards
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/standards/pdf/teacher.pdf
 Standards for Culturally Responsive Teaching
https://www.eed.state.ak.us/standards/pdf/cultural_standards.pdf
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[Insert your own program standards here.]
Course Policies
a. Evaluation: Successful completion of all assignments. Active participation in
class discussions and other process experiences.
b. Grading Policy: Students will earn a letter grade based on the cumulative points
assigned to each assignment as listed above.
c. Attendance Policy: Students are expected to attend all classes (including online
and self-directed classes). Students are responsible for getting all class notes,
handouts, and materials distributed in class.
d. Make-up Policy: Make-up work will be discussed between the student and the
faculty member. [Students may turn in an assignment X days/weeks late with X
deduction/percentage.]
e. Assignments: In addition to active class participation, students must complete the
assignments listed in the syllabus.
f. Withdrawal: As a faculty member, I may initiate a drop or withdrawal for students
who fail to meet the course participation and assignment requirements. Check
the course calendar and schedule for specific requirements and due dates.
g. Auditing: Auditors are students who enroll for informational instruction only. No
credit is received for audited courses. The faculty member and student agree
upon terms for auditing the course. Submission of papers for correction, grading,
and participation in experiences are at the discretion of the instructor. Faculty
may withdraw students if they fail to comply with the agreed-upon terms.
Class Cancellation and Back-up Plan
Face-to-Face: Please check the UAA website during inclement weather for cancellation
postings at http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/. Check Blackboard announcements and UAA
email for other notifications/scheduling changes.
Distance: This is a web-based course using Blackboard Collaborate and Blackboard
Learn for synchronous and asynchronous interactions. If you have difficulty logging on,
contact the UAA IT Call Center by telephone at (907) 786-4646 or toll free (877) 6333888 or by e-mail at callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu.
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If Blackboard Collaborate is down at the beginning of class time, and remains down for
more than 15 minutes, a Blackboard announcement and email will be sent with
instructions about completing assignments. If Blackboard is not accessible for more
than 48 hours, students will receive an email with directions for completing
assignments. If email is not available during a Blackboard outage, students may call or
Skype with questions.
Communication Policies
Email
I may be reached by email at [insert instructor email here]. I will make every attempt
to reply to your email within 24 hours on weekdays. Your email is important to me, but I
get a great deal of email. To insure that I respond to your email in the timeliest manner,
please follow these protocols:
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Put the course ID ([Insert Course ID here]), your name, and your topic in the
subject line. For example: EDEL A241, John Smith, Observation Question
Sign your email with your first and last name.
If the course is not referenced in an email it significantly delays my ability to respond to
you in a timely manner. Email is used as a primary mode of communication in this class.
It is your responsibility to check your UAA email regularly for messages. At the
beginning of the semester, check to be sure UAA Blackboard emails are not collecting
in your junk email folder. If this does happen, open the email and select the option to
mark the sender as approved/safe.
Telephone
I want to be accessible to you and to respond to your needs this semester. Please feel
free to call or Skype and I will answer your call if I am available. If I do not answer,
please leave a detailed message and I will return your call. I am unavailable to respond
to phone calls during weekends and those days when the campus is closed for special
holidays, vacations, or inclement weather.
However, all calls and email messages will be returned during business hours on the
next business day. Email is the best method of communication for receiving and
sending correspondence. I also recommend accessing Blackboard for any
announcements and information pertaining to this course.
Blackboard
Blackboard is an Internet based course management system that provides student and
faculty interaction. You will use Blackboard to gain access to the course materials,
assignments, and other important items related to this course. Blackboard is the tool
used to obtain announcements, assignment criteria, course and class changes and
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updates, due dates, discussion forums, etc., as outlined on the syllabus. Firefox and
Chrome are the recommended browsers to access Blackboard.
Free Firefox Download: https://www.mozilla.org/en-US/firefox/new/
Free Chrome Download: https://www.google.com/chrome/browser/.
You can access Blackboard directly, (http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/classes/) or from the
UAA website.
Enter your username and password. You are now at your main Blackboard screen and
will see all UAA courses for which you are registered. Select your course by clicking on
it to link to class information.
For technical assistance, contact UAA Call Center at 786-4646 or 1-877-633-3888.
Professors control course content inside of our Blackboard courses, but we cannot
correct or control Blackboard malfunctions. If Blackboard experiences major outages
(more than 48 hours), please check your email for any special instructions regarding the
course.
Please view the materials in the Technology section of Student Help (in your
Blackboard course) for more information on using Blackboard Learn.
Blackboard Collaborate
Blackboard Collaborate is a synchronous web meeting platform that allows for a virtual
classroom to share audio, video, presentations, applications, and web tours. We will
hold our class meetings in Blackboard Collaborate [Days and Time]. You will join class
meetings through your Blackboard course site (Tools > Blackboard Collaborate). Please
view the materials in the Technology section of Student Help (in your Blackboard
course) for more information on using Blackboard Collaborate. Note that you are
required to install a launcher program the first time you use Collaborate. You may view
an online orientation to Blackboard Collaborate using this link:
http://www.brainshark.com/blackboardinc/vu?pi=zGLzYw5XBz35Sgz0.
When using Blackboard Collaborate, you are expected to show respect for yourself and
your fellow students by:
 Listening while others are talking. Demonstrating that you heard what someone
said by the reasoned response you give verbally, in chat, or through emoticons.
 Coming to each class session on time and fully prepared. This means that you
have completed all readings and assignments and have your materials with you.
Log on early enough to check your speakers and microphone (inside
Collaborate, click on Tools > Audio > Audio Set-up Wizard)
 Working cooperatively and productively with your fellow classmates—doing an
equal share of participation, discussion, and group work.
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Turning off cell phones, removing distractions, and giving your full attention to
class sessions. Do not multitask during class time. It is impossible to give your
full attention to discussions if you are emailing, posting or website surfing during
class time.
Creating an environment of respect: Students are expected to share their ideas
with others and are encouraged to explore possible sources of these
perspectives (e.g., culture, education, religion, experience, personality, personal
bias, etc.). Some of the opinions in this course you will agree with, others you will
not. This sets the stage for some very interesting discussion, learning, and
growth for all of us. It is expected that everyone treats the ideas, opinions,
values, and beliefs shared during the course with the same level of respect you
wish to receive when sharing your own. This also applies to the discussion
board, whole group class discussions, and messaging.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK
Mission Statement
The mission of the College of Education is to prepare educators and support the lifelong
learning of professionals to embrace diversity and to be intellectually and ethically
strong, resilient, and passionate in their work with Alaska’s learners, families, educators,
and communities. Our programs emphasize the power of learning to transform people’s
lives. Across the university, faculty members teach professional educators to work in
diverse settings, to form and sustain learning partnerships, and to provide learning
across the life span. We are confident that this preparation will result in educators’
significant contributions to society.
Core Values
The College of Education promotes the following core values:
 Intellectual Vitality;
 Collaborative Spirit;
 Inclusiveness & Equity; and
 Leadership
Commitment to Diversity:
Students enrolled in this course will develop:
 Knowledge regarding (a) historical and cultural traditions of Alaska’s cultural and
ethnic groups, (b) the impact of socio-cultural influences on education, (c) trends
in education special learning populations, (d) state and federal education
legislations, and (e) culturally competent pedagogical practices.
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Skills in using culturally sensitive and responsive instructional and assessment
strategies and materials that (a) promote multiculturalism, (b) identify, analyze,
and minimize bias regarding race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, low
socioeconomic levels, religion, geographic regions, and sexual orientation; (c)
promote academic achievement and educational equity for Alaska’s diverse
students; (d) develop appropriate cross-cultural communication skills that
promote positive partnerships with parents and families.
Dispositions that relate to (a) realizing personal and professional growth
through self-evaluation and reflection; (b) examining personal beliefs toward
people from different ethnic and socioeconomic communities and genders; (c)
demonstrating sensitivity toward people from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural
backgrounds; (d) appreciating cultural diversity and its applications to teaching
multicultural populations; (e) understanding the impact of legislation on education
processes for student with disabilities and others at risk of educational failure;
and (f) recognizing the effects of family involvement of students’ achievement.
Commitment to Technology:
College of Education students are expected to (a) demonstrate sound understanding of
technology operations and concepts; (b) plan and design effective learning
environments and experiences supported by technology; (c) implement curriculum plans
that include technology applications in methods and strategies to maximize student
learning; (d) use technology to facilitate a variety of effective assessment and evaluation
strategies; (e) use technology to enhance productivity and professional practice; and (f)
understand the social, ethical, and human issues surrounding use of technology in
PreK-12 schools and apply those principles in practice.
COLLEGE OF EDUCATION POLICIES
Criminal History Background Clearance
All field experiences require background check clearance. The type of experience
determines the type of background check required. Background check requirements are
subject to change without notice. Additional information is available online at
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/coe/currentstudents/field-experiences/backgroundchecks.cfm.
Field Experience (add information about expectation of field experience, where, time,
etc.)
All programs require some of the field experience for some courses to take place in the
state of Alaska to support learning about the Alaska context and to meet licensure
requirements.
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Permissions
The copyright law of the United States (Title 17, United States Code) governs the
making of photocopies or other reproductions of copyrighted materials. Under certain
conditions specified in the law, libraries and archives are authorized to furnish a
photocopy or other reproduction.
One of these specified conditions is that the photocopy or reproduction is not to be
"used for any purpose other than private study, scholarship, or research." If a user
makes a request for, or later uses, a photocopy or reproduction for purposes in excess
of "fair use," that user may be liable for copyright infringement. Therefore, you should
not make any reproductions of any of the content posted in the Blackboard shell. You
should not distribute any of the content to any other party. The content in Blackboard is
for your private study in the mastery of this subject matter.
This course may not be recorded (through video, audio, or photographs) without
permission of the instructor.
Plagiarism
Submission of work completed by someone else, or work/assignments used in another
class is prohibited. A grade of “F” may be assigned in such instances. Further,
plagiarism may result in action to drop the student from class. Advice on avoiding
plagiarism may be obtained at http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/589/01/.
Professional and Ethical Behavior
College of Education students are expected to abide by the State of Alaska Code of
Ethics of the Education Profession and professional teaching standards as they concern
students, the public, and the profession. The standards, adopted by the Professional
Teaching Practices Commission (PTPC), govern all members of the teaching
profession. A violation of the code of ethics and professional teaching standards is
grounds for discipline by the PTPC. For more information, refer to
http://www.eed.state.ak.us/ptpc/.
Written Style Requirements
The College of Education endorses the style of the American Psychological Association
(APA) found in the APA Publication Manual (6th ed.). You can access information about
the manual at the following website: http://www.apastyle.org or visit the campus
bookstore. All written assignments should be completed using a computer. All grammar
and spelling should be checked and corrected.
STUDENT RESOURCES
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Center for Research of Alaska Native Education (CRANE)
The Center is dedicated to the belief that a better future for Alaska Native peoples
requires a transformation of current educational systems. Alaska Native cultures,
societies, organizations and peoples bring thousands of years of knowledge, insights
and understandings about the lands, waters, and dynamics of Alaska. A transformation
of the educational systems for Alaska Native students requires an integration of Alaska
Native cultures and languages from preschool to graduate school. The Center will
serve as a space where graduate students, faculty, researchers, Alaska Native leaders
and all others dedicated to Alaska Native education and pedagogy can gather to
imagine and shape systemic change.
College of Education Student Services
The UAA College of Education Student Services provides support, resources, and
opportunities for students to identify and achieve their academic and certification goals.
Student Services delivers accurate and friendly service to students from the first inquiry
through application for professional licensure. Student Services professional staff is an
integral part of the community of educators at the College of Education. Students are
always welcome to stop by to see us. We guarantee a smile and friendly welcome!
Hours: 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday
Phone: (907)786-4401
Consortium Library
The Consortium Library serves the University of Alaska Anchorage and Alaska Pacific
University students, staff, and faculty, as well as members of the public.
Phone:
907-786-1871 for hours and telephone calling menu.
907-786-1848 for reference service.
Website: http://consortiumlibrary.org/
Disability Support Services (DSS)
At the University of Alaska Anchorage, providing equal opportunities for students who
experience disabilities is a campus-wide responsibility and commitment. Disability
Support Services (DSS) coordinates the support services for UAA students who
experience disabilities, as well as provides resources for the university and community.
In addition to those support services, DSS promotes a Universal Design approach to
encourage a barrier-free culture for everyone. When barriers do arise, DSS serves as a
resource to assist in the identification of reasonable adjustments. Individuals are
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encouraged to meet with DSS Staff two weeks before the accommodation is needed.
Phone: (907) 786-4530
TTY: (907) 786-4536
Website: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/dss/
Informational Technology (IT) Services
The Office of the CIO and IT Services is responsible for UAA's telecommunications,
network infrastructure, and academic technology support services.
Phone: (907) 786-4646
Toll Free: (877) 633-3888
Email: callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu
Website: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/informationtechnologyservices/
Learning Resource Center
The Learning Resources Center (LRC) functions as a Learning Commons on UAA’s
west campus, housing student learning support resources and providing opportunities to
all UAA students.
The center features a Math Lab to help students build their math and reasoning skills
and a Math Testing Center to provide proctoring services for students in preparatory
math courses.
The Writing Center provides English language writing and disciplinary literacy support
via walk-in, appointment and email. At the Center for Language Learning, tutoring in
world languages is available for American Sign Language (ASL), Chinese, French,
German, Japanese, Russian and Spanish
Phone: 907 786-6828
Website: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/lrc/index.cfm
UAA Care Team
The mission of the UAA Care Team is to promote a safe and productive learning, living
and working environment by addressing the needs of students through coordination and
assessment of information and developing a supportive plan.
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If you have any questions about whether or not to submit a report please contact
UAA’s Care Team. The Care Team Coordinator can be contacted via phone or e-mail
from 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM, Monday – Friday.
Phone: (907) 786-1214
Email: care@uaa.alaska.edu
Website: http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/careteam/.
UNIVERSITY POLICIES
Academic Integrity
Academic integrity is a basic principle that requires that students only take credit for
ideas and efforts that are their own. Cheating, plagiarism, and other forms of academic
dishonesty are defined as the submission of materials in assignments, examinations, or
other academic work that a student has submitted for a course may not be resubmitted
for credit in another course without the knowledge and advance permission of the
instructor. For more information, visit
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/deanofstudents/academic-integrity/.
https://www.consortiumlibrary.org/blogs/ahi/uaa-apu-policies-and-procedures/
ADA Policy
The provision of equal opportunities for students who experience disabilities is a
campus-wide responsibility and commitment. UA system is committed to the goal of
providing each qualified student an equal opportunity to pursue a college education
regardless of disability.
Efforts will be made toward meeting reasonable requests for services to students with
disabilities eligible under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Disabilities Support Services (DSS) is the
designated UAA department responsible for coordinating academic support services for
students who experience disabilities. To access support services, students must contact
DSS (786-4530 or 786-4536 TTY) and provide current disability documentation that
supports the requested services Additional information may be accessed at the DSS
Office in the Rasmuson Hall 105 or online at www.uaa.alaska.edu/dss.
Incomplete Grades
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In accordance with University policy, an incomplete grade (I) is assigned only at the
discretion of the instructor. It is used to indicate that a student has made satisfactory
progress in the majority of the work in a course, but for unavoidable absences or other
conditions beyond the control of the student, has not been able to complete the course.
For more information, refer to Chapter 7 Academic Standards and Regulations in the
UAA catalog.
Personal Safety
Diminished mental health, including significant stress, mood changes, excessive worry,
or problems with eating and/or sleeping can interfere with optimal academic
performance. The source of symptoms might be strictly related to your course work; if
so, please speak with your instructor. However, problems with relationships, family
worries, loss, or a personal struggle or crises can also contribute to decreased
academic performance.
UAA provides mental health services to support the academic success of students. The
Student Health and Counseling Center and the Psychological Services Center both
offer low cost, confidential services to help you manage personal challenges. Treatment
for mental health problems is effective. More information and resources are located at
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/ispi/. Immediate help (24/7) is available through Alaska
Careline: 877-266-4357 or at www.carelinealaska.com.
Religious Holiday or Cultural Observance Policy
If a class meeting occurs on a religious holiday or cultural observance day and you are
obligated to miss class for this event, you must notify the instructor in writing by the end
of the second week of the semester.
Safety on Campus
Safety is a priority at UAA. All members of the academic community are encouraged to
take responsibility for their own safety by taking the time to locate the nearest exits and
emergency telephones when they are in campus buildings. Safety concerns may be
brought to the attention of UAA faculty or staff, or the University Police at (907)786-1120
(V/TTY). For more safety information and the most recent campus crime report, visit
www.uaa.alaska.edu/safety.
Safety in Online Environments
UAA will never send you an unsolicited email asking you for your password or other
personal information. If you receive such a message, please delete it. If you have any
concerns, contact the IT Call Center at (907)786-4646, menu option 1, or via email at
callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu. If you experience cyber bullying, cyberstalking, or other
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inappropriate conduct as part of your involvement in a UAA class, please notify your
instructor immediately.
Safety from Sexual Violence (Title IX)
Members of the university community, guests and visitors have the right to be free from
sexual violence. All members of the campus community are expected to conduct
themselves in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. UAA takes all
matters of Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault and Sexual Violence seriously. If you
have concerns or need to report an incident, please contact the Director of the Office of
Campus Diversity & Compliance, University Lake Building, Room 108. The contact
number is (907) 786-1424. More information is available on the UAA Website at
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/deanofstudents/title-ix.cfm.
Student Code of Conduct
As with all members of the university community, the university requires students to
conduct themselves with honesty and responsibility, and to respect the rights of others.
Conduct that unreasonably interferes with the learning environment or that violates the
rights of others is prohibited by the standards and guidelines collectively described as
the Student Code of Conduct. For more information, refer to the UAA Fact
Finder/Student Handbook at
http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/deanofstudents/deanofstudentsoffice/uaafactfinder.cfm.
Smoke and Tobacco-Free
On November 19, 2015 UAA will implement BOR policy PO5.12.102, which will make
UAA a smoke and tobacco-free campus. This policy will take effect on December 1,
2015 for Kodiak and Mat-Su Colleges, and December 31, 2015 for PWSC and KPC.
University Email
UAA uses email to communicate with students on many important matters. The
university automatically assigns each student an official UAA email account at the time
of admission to the university for certificate/degree-seeking students and at the time of
registration for all other students. Students are responsible for knowing and, when
appropriate, acting on the contents of all university communications sent to their official
UAA email accounts. To receive university communications at a different email address,
students may forward email from their assigned UAA accounts to any valid third party
email address of their choice that accepts forwarded email. Contact the UAA IT Call
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Center by telephone at (907)786-4646, Toll Free at (877)633-3888, or by email at
callcenter@uaa.alaska.edu if you need assistance.
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