PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY CHANGE FORM for EXISTING COURSE INSTRUCTIONS: Use this form to prepare departmental requests for changes to existing courses. This table was created so that you can respond directly in the appropriate column, which will expand to accommodate responses of any length. You may save and title the file as you wish. Please save and utilize this form as a Word document. Replace bracketed information with information you supply. See “Directions for Completing Existing Course Change Form” for detailed explanations of each item. Schools/colleges should submit ONE paper copy with ALL REQUIRED SIGNATURES to Academic Affairs (mail code OAA); in addition please submit via email one electronic copy in Word format (which may be unsigned) to Steve Harmon in Academic Affairs (harmons@pdx.edu). College/School Graduate School of Education, Curriculum and Instruction Department, Library Media Program Effective term : Fall 2015 1. Type of Request (Change or Drop) 1a. Change Type of change (check all that are appropriate): Course number (2b)____ You must fill in both proposed and existing information in ALL appropriate sections. Changing to/from a 400/500 slash course (2b)____ Course title (2c) ____ Course description (2e) X Credit hours (2f) ____ Lecture hours (2g) ____ Laboratory hours (2g) ____ Course prerequisites (2h) ____ Concurrent enrollment (2i) _____ Co-requisite (2j) _____ Repeatability (2k) _____ Grading option (2l) ____ Other (explain): 1b. Drop ____ You must fill in existing information only. Complete sections 2a.- 2f AND 4a. 2. General Catalog and Banner Information Existing Information Proposed Information 2a. Department Curriculum and Instruction Curriculum and Instruction 2b. Course prefix and number LIB 542 LIB 542 January 201r:OAA:swh Page 1 of 19 2c. 2d. 2e. 2f. 2g. Catalog course title (max 100 chars) Required Banner title (max 30 chars) Required COLLECTN DEV & EVAL COLLECTN DEV & EVAL Catalog course description (max 50 words – strictly enforced) (Include any expected preparation if it is to appear in catalog description) Required Proposed catalog statement: Credit hours: Required Clock hour distribution: Collection Development and Evaluation Collection Development and Evaluation Reproduce existing catalog description in full: Principles and practice of evaluation, selection, and acquisition of all types of materials included in a library media center collection. Selection and collection development policies and procedures. Study of professional evaluation and selection sources. Field activities included. Prerequisites: LIB 428/528 Principles and practice of evaluation, selection, and acquisition of all types of materials included in a school library collection. Selection and collection development policies and procedures. Study of professional evaluation and selection sources. Field activities included. Prerequisites: LIB 428/528 3 3 lecture __.25__ lecture _.25_(hybrid-ave. lab/studio ____ lab/studio ____ ____ field work ____ field work online _2.75___ practicum ____ online _2.75___ practicum ____ other other 2h. Course prerequisite(s): LIB 428/528 LIB 428/528 2i. Is concurrent enrollment in the indicated prerequisite permitted? No No _____ Yes X Yes X No _____ X 2j. Course corequisite: 2k. Is course repeatable: No If course is repeatable what is the limit? No limit ____ or No limit ____ or Maximum of ____ credits or Maximum of ____ credits or Maximum of ____ times. Maximum of ____ times. Letter only Letter only 2l. 2m. Grading option: January 2014:OAA swh Yes ____ X weekly) Yes X ____ X P/NP only ____ P/NP only ____ Both letter and P/NP ____ Both letter and P/NP ____ Page 2 of 19 2n. 2o. Course intended for: Teaching method (identify ONE) (Used by Registrar for coding in Banner.) undergraduates ____ undergraduates ____ graduates graduates X both undergraduates & graduates ____ both undergraduates & graduates ____ doctoral only ____ doctoral only ____ lecture ____ lecture ____ seminar ____ seminar ____ experiential ____ experiential ____ activity ____ discussion X recitation ____ activity ____ discussion X recitation ____ research ____ research ____ lab/studio ____ (See definitions in the Instructions for this form.) lab/studio ____ (See definitions in the Instructions for this form.) 3. Enrollment Projections 3a. Expected distribution of enrollment per section 3b. X Students would take this course as lower division ____ % lower division ____ % upper division ____ % upper division ____ % graduate 100 % graduate 100 % total 100% total 100% check all that apply: ____ a community-based learning course with ______ # of service hours required (The number of service hours required of the students must be noted.) (Please note some additional submissions may be required related to specific categories.) ____ a prerequisite for __________ ____ a requirement for a major in __________ (A Program Change form must be submitted to add this requirement to the program.) ____ a requirement for a graduate program in ____________________ (A Program Change form must be submitted to add this requirement to the program.) ____ an elective leading to specialization in __________ ____ an elective contributing to general or liberal education __X__ an elective in a graduate program in _Education___________________ ____ a part of a professional program in __________ X a part of a licensure or certification program in Library Media Endorsement ____ a course satisfying UNST Cluster _________________________ (A University Studies cluster proposal must be submitted to the UNST Council.) 4. Rationale 4a. Reason(s) for the CHANGE or DROP 4b. Required The label “library media center” has been supplanted by the term “school library” in our local and national organizations. The change in the course description will help prospective students associate this course within our program and clarify its purpose. Additional comments January 2014:OAA swh Page 3 of 19 5. Syllabus (Required for substantive changes to course content or changes to the level of the course) 5a. A syllabus is required A Syllabus should include: with CHANGE proposals Title if the changes affect Course Prefix and Number course content or the Course description level of the course Prerequisites/co-requisites Course Objectives Student Learning Outcomes Outline of Course Content (major content topic w/ main subdivisions) Course requirements (exams, assignments, papers, etc.) Required Texts and/or Required Reading List Method of Evaluation (letter graded or P/NP and calculation of course grade) Appropriate distinctions in required coursework and method of evaluation for both undergraduate and graduate students for an UG/GR slash course. January 2014:OAA swh Page 4 of 19 Signature Page for a Change to Existing Course Proposal prepared by Dept. Curriculum Chair Date of Review Signature Role Name (print) Course prefix, number and title: LIB 542 Collection Development and Evaluation David Bullock Christine Chaille Proposing Christine Chaille Dept. Chair College/School Curriculum Chair Dean January 2014:OAA swh Page 5 of 19 Graduate School of Education Curriculum and Instruction LIB 542 Collection Development and Evaluation Spring XXXX - Hybrid Instructor: Course CRN: Office: Credits: 3 Office hours: Weeks 1, 5 & 9 on campus Phone: Remaining weeks online using D2L Email: Course Catalog Description Principles and practice of evaluation, selection, and acquisition of all types of materials included in a school library collection. Selection and collection development policies and procedures. Study of professional evaluation and selection sources. Field activities included. Prerequisites: LIB 428/528 Disability Access Information It is the University's goal that learning experiences be as accessible as possible. If you require accommodations (e.g. special seating, interpreter, note-taker, etc.), please inform me immediately. Students with disabilities should register with the PSU Disability Resource Center (503-725-4150) to document their need for accommodations and obtain support services. I will work with you to arrange the supports you need in this class. Graduate School of Education Conceptual Framework Vision: Preparing professionals to lead life-long learning and development within our diverse communities 1. Diversity and Inclusiveness – Advocacy for Fairness and Respect. 1.1 Candidates work effectively with diverse populations. 1.2 Candidates promote inclusive and therapeutic environments. 2. Research based practices and professional standards – Professionalism. 2.1 Candidates critically analyze and implement research-based practices. 2.2 Candidates demonstrate appropriate professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions. 3. Impact on Learning and Development – Commitment to learning. 3.1 Candidates ensure that all learners and clients succeed. 3.2 Candidates use technology to enhance learning and development. 3.3 Candidates influence policy and provide leadership for organizations. 4. Evidenced-informed decision making – Reflection. 4.1 Candidates use evidenced to address problems of practice and make informed educational and therapeutic decisions. Content Areas School Library – Educational Media Endorsement January 2014:OAA swh Page 6 of 19 Program Outcomes 1. Students will: a. Analyze a school community, its curriculum, and the existing collection in order to plan for collection development. b. Learn about collection development policies, practices, and procedures to identify, acquire, and provide access to needed materials. c. Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of collaboration and planning with teachers and administration to develop a collection that supports school goals. Professional Standards American Association of School Librarians – 2010 (ALA) – 2.3, 5.1 2.3 Respect for diversity Candidates demonstrate the ability to develop a collection of reading and information materials in print and digital formats that support the diverse developmental, cultural, social, and linguistic needs of P-12 students and their communities. 5.1 Collections Candidates evaluate and select print, non-print, and digital resources using professional selection tools and evaluation criteria to develop and manage a quality collection designed to meet the diverse curricular, personal, and professional needs of students, teachers, and administrators. Candidates organize school library collections according to current library cataloging and classification principles and standards. Oregon Teacher Standards & Practices (TSPC) 3 (b) Apply a variety of strategies to ensure access to resources and information in a variety of formats, to all members of the learning community. Candidates: o (C) Facilitate access to information in print, nonprint, and electronic formats o (D) Comply with and communicate the legal and ethical codes of the profession. 3(d) Create a positive educational environment which promotes reading, literacy, and use of appropriate technology for diverse learners. Candidates: o (B) Select materials in multiple formats to address the needs and interests of diverse young readers and learners 6(a) Apply leadership, collaboration and technology skills to design and manage a student-centered program that is current, comprehensive, and integrated within the school. Candidates: o (A) Develop and evaluate policies and procedures that support the mission of the school and address specific needs of the library media program, such as collection development and maintenance, challenged materials and acceptable use policies 6 (c) Adhere to the principles of the school library profession which include selecting, organizing, managing, and developing procedures and policies for print and electronic information resources. Candidates: o (A) Select, analyze, and evaluate print, nonprint and electronic resources using professional selection tools and evaluation criteria to develop a quality collection designed to meet diverse curricular and personal needs 8(a) Strive to enhance resources, services, programs and instructional strategies that promote equitable learning opportunities and success for all students, regardless of native language, socioeconomic background, ethnicity, gender, disability, or other individual characteristics GSE Conceptual Framework (GSE) – 2.2, 4.1 (see above) Course Learning Outcomes, Standards, and Assessments Course Outcome January 2014:OAA swh GSE Conceptual Framework Professional Standard or Program Outcomes Assessment Page 7 of 19 Analyze a school community, its curriculum, and the existing collection in order to plan for collection development. 2.2, 4.1 ALA 2.3 TSPC 3b(D), 6a(A) Rationale & Criteria for Weeding Collection Eval & Dev Part I Library Handbook Project Demonstrate an understanding collection development policies, practices, and procedures to identify, acquire, and provide access to needed materials. 2.2, 4.1 ALA 5.1 TSPC 3bC, 3bD, 3dB, 6cA Evaluating Review Resources Evaluating Online Vendor Development Tools Collection Eval & Dev Part II Library Handbook Project eBook Implementation Plan Demonstrate an understanding of the importance of collaboration and planning with teachers and administration to develop a collection that supports school goals. 2.2, 4.1 ALA 2.3, 5.1 TSPC 3dB, 6cA, 8a Library Handbook Project Methods of Instruction Overview This course is taught using a hybrid format. We normally meet on campus three times during term, with all coursework in between being completed online through D2L. Accommodations can be made for people who need to complete the course fully online. Required Texts Kerby, M. (2006). Collection development for the school library media program: A beginner's guide. Chicago, IL: American Association of School Librarians. Course Schedule Wk. 1 2 Date Topics Overview of Balanced School Library Collection: Face-to-Face Session Intro to class Discussion: A Balanced Library Collection Intro to weeding "home library" sites Library Handbook Project and other assignments Selection Policies, School, Community: online in D2L January 2014:OAA swh Readings and Assignments Due Ranganathan's Five Laws of Library Science Week one lecture Text: Intro & Chapter 1 Discussion post week 1 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Determine "home library" for assignments Week two reading Text: Chapter 2 ALA's mission & goals of School Library programs Discussion post week 2 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Handbook Activities Page 8 of 19 3 Selection and Reviewing Sources - Print Materials online in D2L 4 Selection Criteria and Vendor tools: books, reference books, periodicals online in D2L 5 6 7 Audio-Visual Hardware Questions, concerns, tips & tricks Preview Evaluating Collection Part 2 Face to Face session Bring 2 books to share (1 - exemplary, 1 - potential "weed") Share Evaluating an area of the collection assignment (Part 1) orally in small groups Online/Web Resources online in d2l Books/Materials Acquisition Copyright issues online in D2L 8 Funding and Budgeting QEM (Quality Education Model) online in D2L 9 Collection Evaluation Tools Intellectual Freedom and Censorship Face-to-face session Be prepared to discuss Banned January 2014:OAA swh Week three reading Text: Chapters 3 and 4 Discussion post week 3 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Handbook Activities Submit "Reviewing the Reviewers" assignment (dropbox) Week four reading Text: Chapter 5: p 17-21 Website: Is a library without books a library? Discussion post week 4 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Evaluate online vendor tools assignment (dropbox) Handbook Activities Week five lecture Nuts and bolts of selecting; funding; acquiring; processing; providing user access; Donations: do you really want them? Discussion post week 5 Respond to 2 classmate's discussion posts Submit Evaluating an area of the collection assignment Part 1 Week six reading "Is Google making us stupid?" "Can we make peace with Wikipedia?" Weeding rationale and criteria assignment (Dropbox) Handbook Activities Week seven readings: various websites relating to copyright Discussion post week 7 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Handbook Activities Copyright activity Week eight reading Text: Chapter 6 "Budgeting is as easy as 1-2-3" Discussion post week 8 Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Handbook Activity Week nine reading: Maintaining your collection Text: Chapter 7 Submit Recommendations for Purchase Part 2: (dropbox) Discussion post week 9 Page 9 of 19 Books Share Recommendations for Purchase Part II orally 3/5 in sm. group. Written assign. due 3/13. Select a novel and 1 picture book that have been challenged (see "Banned Book" lists and links) for final discussion post 10 Academic Freedom and Censorship Issues online in D2L 11 All course assignments are due this week. Submit Library Handbook Week ten Censorship; challenges and banned books Discussion post week 10: Reflection on Banned Books Respond to two classmate's discussion posts Course Evaluations Come to PSU to pick up your graded handbooks (day/time TBD) or arrange to have them mailed to you Course evaluation submitted All assignments and postings submitted this week Assignments Weekly discussion posts Weekly discussion topics will be posted in the discussions space of D2L. Your contribution needs to be posted by the due dates noted above. In addition, please respond thoughtfully and professionally to two postings from your peers. Evaluating review sources Set up accounts at least 2 online vendors such as Titlewave; PermaBound; Mackin Look up the reviews for 3 best selling books (e.g. Harry Potter; Lightning Thief; Twilight- pick your own books) Compare reviews from different sources such as: o School Library Journal o Booklist o Publishers Weekly o Kirkus o VOYA. Write a brief review (2-3 paragraphs) of the reviewers. Include the following: o How does the recommended target audience differ among review sources? o Which review was the most helpful? o What would you have added to this review? o Does the review source give information about the qualifications of the reviewers? (reviewers, editors, public or school librarians, teachers, etc.) January 2014:OAA swh Page 10 of 19 Submit your review to the week 3 Assignments Dropbox by due date. Evaluating online vendor collection development tools For this you can use the section of your home library that you have selected for the Collection Evaluation assignment, or a different section. Visit at least 2 of the 3 online vendors where you registered for an account last week. Perform a search for books to fill a gap in your collection or to meet teacher request. For each vendor, list the criteria you used in your search. From your search list create a "buy" list of those titles you want to purchase. Evaluate the vendor tools for ease of use; breadth of possible search criteria; choice of bindings; cost; extra features such as analysis, built in lists, Lexile, ability to "share" with other school accounts you may be responsible for, ability to add/subtract/mark as first choice.... Submit your assignment to the Dropbox by due date. Rationale and criteria for weeding Weeding can trigger strong reactions in some staff, who may feel proprietary about the books in their school library. You will want to have a broadside- single page document- that explains your rationale and the criteria for weeding. This is a good way to defuse criticism and complaint. You may want to include information about what is done with the books that are discarded. Before you weed, make sure your principal knows that this is your intent. She/he may want to mention in a staff meeting or weekly email that you will be doing this. In a single page, explain why you are weeding; the criteria for deciding if a book stays or goes; your collection development philosophy and/or goals. Submit this to the Dropbox by the due date. Collection Evaluation and Development Assignment PART 1 : Evaluating an Area of the Collection Task: Evaluate a specific section of your “home” library that: needs to be weeded and updated (Use pg 20-21 of text as a guide) is used to support classroom curriculum (Ex: astronomy, China, Poetry, etc.) Use the following guidelines to evaluate 25 books in this area. ARE THE BOOKS /MATERIALS: biased or balanced? old? (See pg 21, text for guidelines) in good physical condition? visually appealing? With age appropriate illustrations? Attractive cover? Reflecting a culturally diverse world? accurate? indexed? supportive of the curriculum? meets one or more state standards http://www.ode.state.or.us/teachlearn/real/standards/sbd.aspx appropriate for a wide range of reading levels? unique to the collection? Checked out by kids? Teachers? available in adequate numbers according to the suggested percentage of book collection? (p. 43, text) January 2014:OAA swh Page 11 of 19 Note how many books meet all or most of the above guidelines. Using the above criteria, you will be pulling questionable materials for the librarian to consider weeding (removing) from the collection. Look up five of the titles that you pulled at Titlewave or another book vendor site to see if the books were reviewed extensively or won awards. Write up your findings (1 page max) and set aside 2 books to share at our 2nd face-to-face session. One book should meet all or most of the above guidelines. One book should be a potential “weed”. Collection Evaluation and Development Assignment Part II: Recommendations for Purchase Task You have evaluated a minimum of 25 books and identified potential discards from a specific section of your home library using page 20-21 of our text as a guide. The next step is to recommend 15 - 20 new titles to supplement or replace the books you have pulled. Write a brief rationale (1-2 paragraphs) for updating this area of the collection. Cite reviews that you used for 5 of the items you select. Include information on awards given to any of your selections. Create an annotated list of your recommendations. Checklist - Brief Rationale for update. See Appendix C of textbook for guidelines and include specific reasons why this area needs updating. Note one or more state standards that these materials address. Format a rationale for a DonorsChoose.org project. This will need to include information about your students and school, your project, and your specific materials. - Annotated list of: *10-15 Books - Note awards. 1 Reference Item *3-5 Non print items (i.e., A-V, ebook, database, online reference) - Consider audio-visual materials available from Discovery Education or Learn 360. Two exemplary related web sites on this subject - Total cost of all materials Find at least one possible funding source or grant site you could apply to in order to fund the purchase of these materials. January 2014:OAA swh Page 12 of 19 Library Thing (http://www.librarything.com/home/) is a great tool for creating your annotated bibliography of recommended materials. Share 2-3 minutes orally at Face-to-face session 3. Due the following Tuesday. Guideline: 2-3 pages Library Handbook Project TASK: Assemble sections of your own Library Handbook through weekly class assignments. This is your personal resource, which will expand as you continue to grow professionally. Each handbook should be built in your PSU Google Apps Drive. Create a folder titled: Your Name Library Handbook Project. Inside this create a folder for each of these sections: Policies; Selection; Collection Evaluation; Weeding; Ordering & Budget; Technology; Curriculum Support; Special Collections. Inside each section create documents or upload documents indicated. Share this folder with your instructor. Weekly assignments that are part of the handbook (Required topics are *starred. You may include more than the required topics if you choose. Bottom Line: Make this a useful resource for yourself!) Policies * Ranganathan’s 5 Laws of Library Science (week 1) * Mission statement (week 2) Options: any school library’s mission statement, your own personal mission statement or your response to first discussion post * ALA guidelines: missions/goals for school libraries (week 2) * Reconsideration of materials forms: any school library (week 9) * *Copyright Selection * Selection criteria: home library or any school library (week 2) * Review sources (week 3) * Award Winners: 2 different award lists (week 3) OR CURRIC SUPPORT SECTION * VOYA Book Review codes and booklist (week 4) * Periodicals (week 4) * Using online vendor tools (week 4) Collection Evaluation & needs assessment * What makes a Balanced Collection (week 1) * Create survey to administer to classroom teachers, specialists, administrator (SPED, ELD) to learn subject areas taught; special student needs; building improvement plan; support materials needed (week 2) * School Information: demographics, test scores, etc (week 2) Weeding * Weeding Guidelines (week 6) Sunlink information Disposing of discards Creative “re-purposing” of old books Ordering & Budget (Pick one additional topic) * Budget Guidelines: home library (week 8) Optional additional topics: Allocations for different formats Multiple copies Gifts and Donations Local Bookstores/contacts January 2014:OAA swh Page 13 of 19 Fund Raising Ideas Grant sources Technology * OSLIS Info (week 5) * Audio book formats (week 5) * Audio Visual Equipment: home library (week 5) Optional Computers/home library: how many? What kind? Lab? Curriculum Support * Recommended Web sites (week 6) * Wikipedia comparison (week 6) * Award Winners (week 3) OR SELECTION SECTION * Public Library Info (week 5) Special Collections (Pick one additional – or create your own) Banned Books Northwest & Local Authors Multicultural or Global ELL Books Wordless Books Graphic Novels High Interest/Easy Reading (Home Library) Where noted, please include the information on your home library. Feel free to note any changes you would make in your own library. Ebook Implementation Plan 1. Which ebook model(s) ( 1-1 load on device; 1-1 circulating; USA) will you adopt? 2. Will you have multiple hosting sites for USA ebooks? 3. What features/characteristics are required/desired? 4. What is the planned use of ebooks? Do you want fiction, nonfiction, interactive? 5. How will you train patrons in ebook access/use? 6. How might you fund ebooks in your school? Develop a plan for incorporating ebooks into your school collection, answering these questions and any others that you have. 1-2 pages. Submit to the Dropbox by the due date. Grading The following table indicates the points allocated to each of the course learning activities. Grades will be posted in the Gradebook section of the course so that you may monitor your progress throughout the course. The Library Handbook Project will be assessed using the rubric below. All other assignments we be assessed using the criteria described in the assignment descriptions. ASSIGNMENT POINTS Weekly discussion posts (5 points possible each week) 50 January 2014:OAA swh Page 14 of 19 Reviewing the Reviewers 10 Evaluating vendor online tools 10 Weeding Rational and Criteria 10 Collection evaluation: Part 1 20 Collection purchase recommendation: Part 2 20 Library Handbook (3xscore on Library Handbook Rubric) 36 Ebook implementation plan 10 TOTAL POSSIBLE POINTS 166 % Points Grad e 92-100% 147-166 A 90-91% 144-146 A- 89% 142-143 B+ 82-88% 131-141 B 80-81% 128-130 B- 79% 126-127 C+ 72-78% 115-125 C 70-71% 112-114 C- 69% 110-111 D Below 69% 109 F Library Handbook Rubric Rubric Criterion Performance Rating Unsatisfactor Emerging y Knowledge of community 1 2 Proficient 3 Exemplary Score 4 NA Candidates provide little January 2014:OAA swh Candidates demonstrate Candidates demonstrate Candidates meet all Page 15 of 19 or no evidence that that they understand the needs of users in their school community Professional policies and practices NA Collaboration and planning 1 Candidates provide little or no evidence of knowledge of policies and procedures related to collection development 1 that they have knowledge of the needs of most of the users in their school community 2 Candidates demonstrate that they have knowledge of collection development policies procedures 2 that they understand the needs of the diverse learners and base their collection development decisions on the needs of all users in their school community, and the school curriculum 3 Candidates base professional and program decisions on current standards and the ethical codes and principles of education and information professions 3 criteria for Proficient Candidates demonstrate an understanding of the ethical codes and principles of education and school libraries and apply them to the need of users in their community as they plan for collection development 4 Candidates meet all criteria for Proficient Candidates apply collection development policies and procedures to meet the needs of their diverse P-12 students, school and community 4 NA Candidates provide little or no evidence of their ability to plan for managing resources, services and programming January 2014:OAA swh Candidates demonstrate that they understand the importance of planning to manage resources, Candidates develop plans to collaborate with teachers and administratio n as they develop a collection that Candidates meet all criteria for Proficient Candidates demonstrate an understanding of the policies Page 16 of 19 to support the diverse needs of P-12 students services and programming to support the needs and interests of their diverse P-12 students, school and community meets the needs, interests, curricular, cultural and/or linguistic needs of their diverse P-12 students, school and community and procedures they will collaborativel y implement to manage resources that enhance instruction and meet the needs and interests of diverse P-12 students, school and community Course and University Policies Late Assignments Assignments should be submitted by the due dates noted above, as they contribute to group discussions, and the background knowledge you need to complete major assignments. Late assignments, however, will not be penalized. All assignments must be received by Friday of Finals Week in order to be considered part of your course grade. Attendance and Tardiness Since this is a hybrid course, attendance during the two face-to-face sessions is essential. Accommodations will be made for students who live outside the region to join these meetings via distance technology. Classroom Demeanor and Courtesy Because students may not share the same opinions on different topics on this class, it is important that we remember to respect the opinions and ideas of others. We expect all students to show respect and courtesy for all members of this class at all times. PSU’s Student Conduct Code or the GSE’s Behavior and Performance Guidelines : http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.education/files/gse_handbook_student_c onduct.pdf Incompletes A student may be assigned an Incomplete (I) grade by an instructor when all of the following four criteria apply: 1. Quality of work in the course up to that point is C level or above. 2. Essential work remains to be done. “Essential” means that a grade for the January 2014:OAA swh Page 17 of 19 Academic Integrity course could not be assigned without dropping one or more grade points below the level achievable upon completion of the work. 3. Reasons for assigning an Incomplete must be acceptable to the instructor. The student does not have the right to demand an Incomplete. The circumstances must be unforeseen or be beyond the control of the student. An instructor is entitled to insist on appropriate medical or other documentation. In no case is an "Incomplete" grade given to enable a student to do additional work in order to raise a deficient grade. 4. A written agreement, signed by both the student and the instructor, should include a statement of the remaining work to be done to remove the Incomplete grade, and the date, not to exceed one year from the end of the term of enrollment for the course, by which work must be completed in order to earn credit toward the degree. The instructor may specify the highest grade which may be awarded upon completion; the grade awarded should not exceed the level of achievement attained during the regular course period. See http://pdx.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2014-2015/Bulletin/GraduateStudies/Enrollment/Incompletes The following constitutes conduct as proscribed by Portland State University for which a student or student organization or group is subject to disciplinary action: (1) Obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedures or other University activities, including the University's public service functions or other authorized activities on University-owned or -controlled property, or any other location where teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedures or other University activities take place. (2) All forms of academic dishonesty, cheating, and fraud, including but not limited to: (a) plagiarism, (b) the buying and selling of course assignments and research papers, (c) performing academic assignments (including tests and examinations) for other persons, (d) unauthorized disclosure and receipt of academic information and (e) falsification of research data. PSU Student Conduct Code # 577-031-0136 Student Health Insurance PSU provides students taking 5 or more inload, non self-support credits per term (1 credit for international students) with the mandatory PSU/Aetna Student Health Insurance Plan. See http://www.pdx.edu/shac/insuranceplan for more information. Students may waive the insurance but must provide proof of enrollment in a comparable insurance policy offered through another company. Students only need to waive out once per academic year. All eligible students will be charged for insurance unless they waive out by the waiver application deadline, the second Sunday of each term. See http://www.pdx.edu/shac/insurancewaiver for specific information and directions about waiving the health insurance, and a link to the online waiver application. Safe Campus Module LGBTQ Resolution Contact insurancehelp@pdx.edu for more information. Portland State University desires to create a safe campus for our students. As part of that mission, PSU requires all students to take the learning module entitled Creating a Safe Campus: Preventing Gender Discrimination, Sexual Harassment, Sexual Misconduct and Sexual Assault. See http://www.pdx.edu/sexual-assault/safe-campus-module As part of its commitment to social justice and human dignity, the Curriculum January 2014:OAA swh Page 18 of 19 Statement and Instruction Department demonstrates LGBTQ advocacy through inclusive policies and practices that are both intentionally proactive and strategically responsive. January 2014:OAA swh Page 19 of 19