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Instructor Information
Instructor:
Office: (If applicable)
Office Hours: (If applicable)
Telephone:
Email:
Course Information
Catalog #:
Insert catalog number
Class #:
Insert class number
Dates:
Insert class start and end dates
Course Description:
Use description displayed in college catalog
Course Format:
Face to face, online, hybrid, accelerated, etc.
Class Schedule:
Days of the week, time of class, or specifics of delivery mode
Location:
Campus location and room number (if known)
Pre-requisites:
Use description displayed in college catalog
Textbook:
Textbooks are located at the bookstore
Supplies:
Include any supplies required for the course
Competencies:
Use the competencies from the Outline of Instruction
Digital Badges
Digital badges are online validations of learning experiences in the form of a symbolic image with embedded metadata.
A digital badge’s metadata includes secure details about the badge’s criteria, evaluation process, and provides evidence
of the learner’s work. Digital badges let learners share verifiable records of their skills and competencies with individuals
via LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, email and other social media networks as well as within online portfolios. Detailed
information will be listed on the Outline of Instruction. (If your class is not badged, delete this section.)
Responsibilities and Policies
Student Responsibilities: Students are expected to be familiar with Madison College policies and procedures.
Academic Integrity: Plagiarism, cheating and collusion are prohibited at Madison College. Plagiarism is defined as
passing of another person’s work as your own. Students who fail to observe these standards are subject to disciplinary
action. Madison College has a strong published policy on Academic Misconduct.
Withdrawal Policy: If a situation arises that prevents successful completion of this course, please note that it is each
student's responsibility to formally withdraw from this course. Students are responsible for all tuition and fees unless
they drop the class 24 hours prior to the class start date. Refunds will be issued in accordance with the WTCS Refund/
Reduction policy. If you do not officially drop a class, you will be billed for it even if you do not attend.
Attendance: Madison College does not have an attendance requirement. Insert your own guideline if one is used.
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Class Participation: Madison College does not have a participation requirement. Insert requirements related to
classroom or online discussions, group work, projects or other requirements.
Submitting Work: [Typically applies to online courses]. All work must be submitted as directed in Microsoft Word
format, such as .docx. Please name your file in the following way, with the assignment name, your last name, and the
course name. “Paper 1 Smith Accounting 101” is an example.
Student Email: Madison College offers a student e-mail account for all students. You are responsible for monitoring
your student e-mail account.
Use of Electronic Devices: Include a statement on use of cell phones or other electronic devices here.
Other Policies: This may be unique requirements such as uniform or dress, safety requirements, etc.
Technical Assistance: Technology resources are available for students. See the college website for details.
Disability Act Statement: Madison College complies with all provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act and makes
reasonable accommodations upon request. Please contact Disability Resources Services at (608) 246-6716, room D1618
at Truax, or email drs@madisoncollege.edu.
If you have an accommodation card from their office indicating that you have a disability which requires academic
accommodations, please present it to me so we can discuss the accommodations. It is best to request accommodations
at the beginning or before class so there is ample time to make the accommodations.
Class Cancellation: Besides local radio stations and the Madison College website, students can call the hotline to inquire
about weather related school closings: (608) 246-6606.
Learner Responsibilities: As a student in this class, I expect you to:
 take responsibility for your own learning.
 be prepared for class and be an enthusiastic participant during class
 treat others with tolerance and respect
 act responsibly and reliably in group work
 set high standards for your work
Instructor Responsibilities: As your instructor, I commit to communicating openly and frequently with you about this
class. I will maintain a professional, safe learning environment adhering to the policies of the college. You can expect a
reply to inquiries within 24-48 business hours.
Blackboard: A Blackboard course site may be accessible for this class. If so, access it through the Blackboard Site.
(Delete if not using)
Blackboard Student Support information: Visit the college support page. (Delete if not using)
Computer difficulties are not an excuse for non-participation. If you experience problems with your computer, call the
computer help desk at (608) 243-4444 or toll-free at (866) 277-4445.
Blackboard Outages: Madison College does its best to keep Blackboard up and running. However, despite our best
efforts, our virtual classroom may go down unexpectedly. If you cannot access our classroom, contact the student help
desk. (Delete if not using)
Other Resources
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Tutoring Services
Counseling Services
Career Resources
Student Writing Center
[Online Courses] Include a statement about proctored testing guidelines or other requirements. (Delete if not using)
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Syllabus Changes: As your instructor, I retain the right to make changes based on the timeline of the class, feedback
from learners and/or logistical issues.
Non-Credit Grading
Grading
Criteria
Satisfactory
Unsatisfactory
Describe performance criteria for grading, such as what the student needs to do in order to earn a “Satisfactory.”
Examples include: attend class, clean-up workstation, complete final project.
Non-Credit Course Calendar
Include a chronological list by date or time of topics, activities, and/or assessments required for successful completion of
this class.
Date
Time
Topic/Activity
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