MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE
INTERAMERICAN CAMPUS
SLS 1510 Preparing for Student Success
Spring 2012-2
COURSE SYLLABUS
Ref#
727863
Cr
3
Rm
1127
Meet
Fridays/ANGEL
Time
10:00 am – 11:15 am
Instructor Information:
Dr. Miriam Frances Abety, Associate Professor
Room: 1340
website: http://faculty.mdc.edu/mabety
Phone: 305/237-6564
E-mail: mabety@mdc.edu
Mondays
7:30 – 10:00 am
11:00 -Noon
Office Hours This Semester
Tuesdays
Wednesdays
7:15 – 8:25 am
7:30 – 10:00 am
11:00 -Noon
Thursdays
7:15 – 8:25 am
9:50 – 11:15 am
Fridays
9:15-10:15am
Textbook: P.O.W.E.R. Learning, Robert Feldman, 2011 Edition.
ISBN: 9780073375168
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
The focus of this course is to assist the student in the development and achievement of
their academic, occupational and personal goals. It will introduce the student to life
skills such as time management, communication, reading, test and note-taking
strategies, college-life resources and experiences and building on the student’s
strengths in order to maximize student success. This course will also better prepare the
student for the challenges and opportunities they may confront during their academic
journey. This course is a blended course in that unlike other classes in which we would
meet on both Tuesdays and Thursdays, we will only be meeting one day per week in
class, and the other unit of class time you will devote to the assignments as explained
further in this syllabus. Please, please remember, you must be proactive in order to be
successful in this course. You will need to keep up with the information as explained in
ANGEL. You should check with ANGEL (http://mycourses.mdc.edu) on a daily basis for
updates, assignments, quizzes and other important information. Failure to do so may
result in loss of points do to having missed a dated assignment or quiz.
Course Competencies for SLS 1510:
Competency 1: The Student will develop the strategies and attitudes for success specific to the learning
environment by:
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1. Identifying preferred learning styles and developing a study system that is compatible with it
describing study skills and using effective study strategies.
2. Applying different learning strategies to determine the most efficient strategies according to
personal learning styles.
3. Employing effective modes of reading to suit various types of reading material (skimming,
scanning, rapid reading, and personal, analytic, study reading).
4. Applying knowledge of efficient note-taking skills, including active listening, organizing, and
recording.
5. Identifying memory principles, and constructing mnemonic devices and mental maps.
6. Identifying different study strategies for effective test preparation for a variety of test types
and applying test taking strategies for objective and subjective tests.
Competency 2: The Student will develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes that provide a general
foundation for college success by:
1. Analyzing his/her self-concept through selected inventories which measure areas of
psychological awareness.
2. Describing the role of taking personal responsibility for making changes necessary for
success and achieving one’s goals.
3 Discussing the impact of his/her aptitudes, interests, strengths, and values on success.
4. Identifying and using motivational skills, and their role in achieving success.
5. Developing critical thinking skills, including organizing information and planning.
6. Identifying useful time management systems and making appropriate use of strategies in
specific college applications.
7. Describing and applying problem-solving techniques and conflict resolution in decisionmaking.
8. Identifying appropriate classroom etiquette.
9. Applying stress reduction strategies to college experiences.
Competency 3: The Student will demonstrate utilization of discipline-specific study skills by:
1.
Identifying and using strategies to reduce math anxiety, including using math tutors and
math support services.
2.
Identifying and using strategies to increase reading and writing proficiency, including
using reading and writing support services.
3.
Identifying various discipline-specific study strategies, and selecting and applying a
strategy appropriate to a specific content area.
4.
Comparing test-taking strategies for different types of examinations.
5.
Developing strategies for working effectively with professors in and out of class.
6.
Expressing his/her academic needs to the appropriate support resources.
7.
Visiting and using the campus library and computer facilities to locate discipline-specific
information.
Competency 4: The Student will develop the knowledge and attitudes that provide a general foundation
for social and life management skills by:
1.
Understanding the importance of a positive attitude.
2.
Demonstrating the ability to assume responsibility for actions and decisions.
3.
Demonstrating the ability to give and receive constructive feedback.
4.
Explaining the importance of maintaining openness to change.
5.
Demonstrating initiative and proactivity.
6.
Describing the relationship between health, wellness, and social issues and
success.
7.
Analyzing current events and social issues from several perspectives.
8.
Understanding how to work effectively with others.
9.
Describing how to work and communicate with diverse people.
10.
Utilizing effective conflict resolution skills.
11.
Exhibiting personal and academic honesty.
12.
Demonstrating punctuality and good attendance practices.
13.
Recognizing the relevance of recent computer technology in achieving success.
14.
Developing informational literacy and technology skills effectively.
Competency 5: The Student will demonstrate an understanding of the process of career development and
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employability skills by:
1.
Discussing the impact of his/her aptitudes, interests, strengths, and values on
academic program and career selection and success.
2.
Evaluating information from self-assessments, career inventories, occupational
types, and general career information acquired from various sources including
the Internet.
3.
Matching knowledge about one's own characteristics and abilities to information
about job or career opportunities.
4.
Identifying preferred careers to select an academic program as part of a career
plan.
5.
Developing an educational plan for meeting graduation requirements, including
the requirements needed for transfer to upper level institutions.
6.
Developing an understanding of the importance of life long learning to career and
life success.
Competency 6: The Student will develop competence in identifying and using resources appropriate for
their academic program by:
1.
Identifying resources available at the College for successful academic progress
including tutoring services, advisement, financial aid, and career information
office.
2.
Describing college policies and procedures including Student’s Rights and
Responsibilities Handbook, degree program, and graduation requirements.
3.
Describing and applying the registration procedures including degree audit,
adding and dropping courses, official withdrawal policies, transcripts, and the
Standards of Academic Progress.
Course Requirements:
You must attend all class sessions, be on time, and bring with you at all times, your
text, your journal composition book, and writing materials. You must meet all course
requirements in order to pass this course. You are required to keep up with the
information in the text to discuss in class. Your text is divided into fourteen chapters. It
is your responsibility to keep up with the reading, and assignments. Although you have
the powerpoints provided for your perusal, it does not replace your responsibility to
read the textbook.
This course will explore the following concepts from your textbook:
Part 1. Getting Started
Chapter 1. P.O.W.E.R Learning: Becoming an Expert Student
Chapter 2. Making the Most of Your Time
Chapter 3. Recognizing How You Learn, Who You Are, and What You Value
Part 2. Using P.O.W.E.R for Academic Success
Chapter 4. Taking Notes
Chapter 5. Taking Tests
Chapter 6. Building Your Reading Skills
Part 3. P.O.W.E.R Foundations of Success
Chapter 7. Writing and Speaking
Chapter 8. Memory
Chapter 9. Choosing Your Courses and Major
Part 4. Life Beyond the Classroom
Chapter 10. Making the Most of Technology
Chapter 11. Making Decisions That Are Right For You
Chapter 12. Getting Along with Others
Chapter 13. Money Matters
Chapter 14. Stress, Health, and Wellness
This syllabus is subject to change as per the instructor’s discretion. Changes
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will be submitted to the students in writing via electronic mail. Please ensure
that your email address is correct with the college.
Learning Outcomes: The Ten Learning Outcomes of the College are listed below. Our
textbook covers the TLO’s as follows:
The Ten Learning Outcomes
TLO #
1
2
3
Learning Outcome
Communication
Chapter
4, 5, 6, 7
7
8
Quantitative Analysis
Critical/Creative Thinking and Scientific
Reasoning
Information Literacy
Global, Cultural, and Historical
Perspectives
Personal, Civic, and Social
Responsibility
Ethical Thinking
Computer and Technology Usage
9
10
Aesthetic
Natural Systems and the Environment
4
5
6
2, 3
1, 8
3, 10
12
11
7
9, 10
Assignments//Discussions/Group Work
Reflections, Group Presentation, Group
Discussions
Budget, GPA, Assessments
Research, Group Presentation, Selfassessments, Group Discussions
Research, Group Presentation,
Campus Activities for Black History Month,
Women’s History Month
Service Learning, Reflection Paper, SelfAssessments
Research Paper to Turnit.com
FACTS.org/Research Paper/Presentation,
ANGEL Activities
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Ecological Footprint
General Education Outcomes in Course:
We will address the following General Education Outcomes in our class as follows:
#
1
General Education Outcome
Communicate effectively using
listening, speaking, reading, and
writing skills
Course Objectives
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Take effective notes.
Improve listening and communication
skills
Activities/Assignments
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Taking notes in class
Group activities
Class participation
2
Use quantitative analytical skills to
evaluate and process numerical
data.
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Use her/his personality typology to the
best advantage
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3
Solve problems using critical and
creative thinking and scientific
reasoning.
Formulate strategies to locate,
evaluate, and apply information.
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Develop critical thinking skills
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Prepare for tests, and improve testtaking strategies
Improve memory
Learn about multiple intelligence and
how to maximize it
Increase motivation and goal-setting
skills
Effectively read, placing focus and
attention on important material.
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Self-assessments
FACTS.org
assignment
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Participate and/or
attend cultural events
Respond to activity
assignment
Service Learning
Experience
College/Campus and
Community Activities
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5
6
Demonstrate knowledge of diverse
cultures, including global and
historical perspectives.
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Create strategies that can be used
to fulfill personal, civic, and social
responsibilities.
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8
9
Demonstrate knowledge of ethical
thinking and its application to issues
in society.
Use computer and emerging
technologies effectively.
Demonstrate an appreciation for
aesthetics and creative activities.
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Deal successfully with changes in
his/her personal and professional life.
Explore and practice effective resource
utilization for college and personal
success.
Assume responsibility for personal
success in the areas of work, study
and relationships
Develop a philosophy of career
development
Promote strategies for healthy
relationships.
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Class participation
Group Activities
Increase student support networks
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Self-assessments
Internet research
through LINCC
IPod-casting activities
Assigned Power point
presentation
Classroom/ANGEL
assignments
Stress awareness
activity
Ecological Footprint
Increase creativity
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Describe how natural systems
function and recognize the impact
of humans on the environment.
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GPA determination
Budget Assignment
Time Management
Student’s Course
Grade
Class assignment
Internet Research
Design a plan for wellness and stress
management
Adopt healthy ways of dealing with
stress and stressful events
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Quizzes/Tests:
You will have access to quizzes on ANGEL to help prepare you for your in-class tests.
You are required to take your tests on the designated dates. You will not be allowed to
take a make up unless you have a documented emergency or previous approval for the
makeup.
Assessment:
Students are expected to become proactive in their grade. This means that you are
responsible and accountable for your grade. Your final grade will depend
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by keeping the learner s needs at the center of decision making and working in partnership
with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.
upon: written assignments, class participation, attendance, quizzes, the
presentation, and overall attitude toward the class and your peers. In each section, you
will be able to earn a designated number of points as follows:
Activity
Attendance/Participation
Portfolio
Study Quizzes (Chapters 1-14)
Service Learning & Reflection
Group Presentation
Everglades Immersion
Totals
Grading System (%):
A
=
B
=
C
=
D
=
F
=
Percent of Total/Final Grade
5
20
45
10
20
(Extra Credit Points)
100
90 or more
89-80
79-70
69-60
59 or below
Make-up and Attendance Policy:
Attendance is MANDATORY. You are expected to arrive punctually at the designated
time of class. Failure to attend, or having a history of being late shall result in loss of
points. Students who miss more than 3 consecutive units of 50 minutes may be
dropped from the class. Assignments must be handed in on the day and time they are
due. NO MAKEUPS unless previously arranged, or with appropriate emergency
documentation.
Withdrawal Policy
Withdrawal from a course is not encouraged and should be considered as a last
alternative. You are responsible for filling out the withdrawal card and turning it in to
the Registration Office before the deadline. NOTE: Failure to attend class without an
official withdrawal will result in failing the course. In other words, if you exceed the
number of absences and decide not to speak with the instructor regarding problems, or
if you decide to simply not return to class, it is YOUR responsibility to withdraw from
the course. If your name appears on the grade roster at the end of the course, you will
receive an “F”. Remember, failing or dropping out of SLS 1510 may jeopardize your
future enrollment at the college. The last day to drop a class to receive a “w” is
Wednesday, March 20, 2013.
Policy regarding the use of electronic devices in the classroom:
Electronic devices for personal use such as pagers, cellular phones and walkmans
should not be used in the classroom. Please turn off or place on vibrate all gadgets
before entering the classroom. Students failing to turn off these electronic devices will
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by keeping the learner s needs at the center of decision making and working in partnership
with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.
be asked to leave the room. Continual failure to do this may result in the lowering of
points for non-participation/attendance, or the confiscation of said electronic devices
during the class period.
Policy Against Academic Dishonesty:
Please read the section in your Student’s Rights and Responsibilities Handbook
regarding this issue. Any form of academic dishonesty will result in an “F” for that test
or assignment.
Visitors in the classroom:
In order to maintain an appropriate learning environment, only individuals that are
registered and have paid will be allowed in the classroom. Any special arrangement
must be made in advance with the instructor.
Student Proactivity:
As students, you must take a proactive stance in your success. Suggestions to help you
accomplish your goals for this semester include:
 Ensuring that you read the textbook chapter before it is discussed in class.
 Using a student planner/agenda to help you plot your semester. Write down the
important dates from your syllabus. This includes project deadlines, test dates,
etc.
 Participate in class
 Complete all ANGEL and in-class assignments on time
 Attend class
 Perform your service learning hours early on in the semester
 See me if you have any questions, doubts or concerns regarding your progress in
this course
 Ask questions
 Set goals for your academic success and then plan what you need to do in order
to achieve them
 Be an optimist
 Complete the quizzes on time. Go to ANGEL website where quizzes are available.
You may also do the quizzes by accessing: www.mhhe.com/power
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Academic Calendar of Events
(MDC Holidays Jan 21, Feb. 18 and, March 8th for Faculty Conference Day)
Week of
Wk
Introduction/Becoming
an Expert Student
Intro, 1
Class Work
Portfolio
Jan 7
1
Making the Most of Your
Time
1
2
Portfolio
Quiz 1 & 2
Jan 14
2
Recognizing How You
Learn
3
SelfAssessments
Quiz 3
Jan 21
3
Self-Assessments/
Jan 28
4
Taking Notes
4
Portfolio
Feb 4
5
Taking Tests
5
Quiz 5
Feb 11
6
Building Your Reading
Skills
6
Quiz 6
Feb 18
7
Writing and Speaking
7
Quiz 7
Feb 27
8
Memory
8
Quiz 8
Mar 4
9
9
Quiz 9
Mar 11
10
10
Mar 18
11
Choosing Your Courses
and Major
Utilizing FACTS.org
Making the Most of
Technology
Making Decisions that
are Right for You
Immersion to the
Everglades
Presentations
Presentations
Portfolios Due
Quiz 10
Quiz 11
Mar 23
Group Work
Quiz 4
11
Presentations
Presentations
Quiz 12
Mar 25
Apr 1
12
13
Apr 8
14
Getting Along with
Others
12
Apr 15
15
Money Matters Stress,
Health & Wellness
13
Service Learning
Hours/Reflection
Paper Due
Quiz 13
Apr 22
Apr 29
16
17
/Review
Final Examinations
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Quiz 14
Introduction
My Academic Autobiography
Goals Planner
Time Management Planner
Reflection Paper
Groups Assigned
Quiz 1 & 2
Learning Styles Survey
Reflection Paper
Groups Communicate
Quiz 3
Multiple Intelligences Survey
Reflection Paper
Quiz 4
Ecological Footprint
Reflection Paper
Groups Share Draft
Quiz 5
Reading Skills Inventory
Reflection Paper
Human Rights Journal Entry
Quiz 6
FACTS.org
Interest Profiler
Quiz 7
FACTS.org
Values Sorter
Basic Skills Survey
Quiz 8
FACTS.org
Resume Builder
Quiz 9
Group Work for Presentation
Quiz 10
Group Work for Presentation
Quiz 11
Reflection Paper on what you’ve
learned
Work on Goals Planner
Service Learning Paper
Quiz 12
Completion of Goals Planner
Reflection Paper
Service Learning Reflection
Quiz 13 & 14
Portfolio Submitted with Completed
Goals, Service Learning Hours Copy
& Reflection Paper. Learn
Pick-up Portfolios
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Assessments (Total of 100% of your Final Grade):
1. Quizzes (45% of Final Grade) and: You are responsible to take the quiz on the week
that we are covering the chapter in class. This means that as a blended course, you will
have extra time at the College or elsewhere, to meet your responsibilities. Also, ensure
you come to class on the designated dates, especially for the tests. Quizzes are
designed to help you pass the tests. Proactivity is rewarded—keep this in mind.
2. Portfolio (20% of Final Grade): You will complete an electronic portfolio with the
following assignments/assessments:
 Table of Contents: You will check off each box as you complete each
assessment/assignment.
 My Academic Autobiography. Briefly, write about your academic
successes/weaknesses from high school and at college. If this is your first
semester, then relate more about what happened in high school. Upload a
picture of yourself and also include:
i. Why are you in college?
ii. Your strengths as a student
iii. What motivates you?
iv. What are your values about:
1. College
2. Family
3. Friends
4. Civic Engagement (giving back to the community and being
involved)
v. What you feel you need to improve upon as a student
vi. What you think you are willing to change in your behaviors/patterns of
study.
 Personality type explorer: Go to http://highered.mcgrawhill.com/sites/0073126403/information_center_view0/personality_type_explorer.h
tml Do the survey, copy and paste it to your electronic portfolio, with a brief
reflection/description of what you have learned about you doing this survey as
well as what you are willing to change.
 FACTS.org assignment: Go to http://screencast.com/t/9AOIe6yH to see
the video that explains how to navigate through www.facts.org. You
will receive via e-mail as well as find it posted, in ANGEL. Follow the instructions,
complete the assignments, copy and paste the findings to your electronic
portfolio and reflect on:
i. What you have found out about yourself.
ii. What are the highest types that you are?
iii. What did you learn about yourself?
iv. What careers are you matched with?
v. What are you willing to do to help hone in on your skills?
 Goals Planner: Develop and complete the goals planner in ANGEL.
 Multiple Intelligences: Go to
http://literacyworks.org/mi/assessment/findyourstrengths.html Do the survey,
copy and paste it to your electronic portfolio, with a brief reflection/description of
what you have learned about you doing this survey as well as what you are
willing to change.
 Ecological Footprint: Go to
http://www.footprintnetwork.org/en/index.php/GFN/page/calculators/ Do the
survey, copy and paste it to your electronic portfolio, with a brief
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by keeping the learner s needs at the center of decision making and working in partnership
with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.
reflection/description of what you have learned about you doing this survey as
well as what you are willing to change, including how many Earths does it take to
maintain you now, and what square area is needed for you. Make a commitment
letter of things you are willing to give up, modify, or communicate to others to
help lower all of our ecological footprints..
 Learning Styles: Go to http://www.learning-styles-online.com/inventory/ Do the
survey, copy and paste it to your electronic portfolio, with a brief
reflection/description of what you have learned about you doing this survey as
well as what you are willing to change.
3. Presentation: (20% of your Final Grade): You and your group will present on any
issue regarding the environment and/or sustainability. This presentation will be based on
a literature review of journal articles. Examples include; global warming, gay marriage
and/or adoption, euthanasia, poverty, war, overpopulation, capital punishment,
Guantanamo Bay, Oil Drilling, etc.
 Elements of the Presentation include:
 Title Page
o Title of Topic
o Your group members names and roles
o Any quote reflecting presentation you may want to include
 Introduction to topic
 Concepts
 Literature review
 Arguments for both sides
 Conclusion
 Reference Page
 You may include a 3-minute video to enhance your presentation
 Minimum of 15 slides including title page and references.
 Look at the Group Presentation Rubric to know what you need to do to get an Aquality presentation.
 Group Responsibilities are as follows:
i. Manager: One manager. Assures that everyone is on task. This will
include emailing fellow students, assigning benchmarks for tasks,
receiving finished product to ensure every aspect is handled. It is the
responsibility of the manager to report to the professor any difficulties
s/he may be having communicating with the group member(s).
ii. Researcher: Two researchers. These persons will do a literature review
of the topic. I recommend each get three journal articles. Read and
underline/highlight the information. It is the responsibility of the
researchers to retrieve articles/information from journal articles. Two
reliable internet sites will be allowed. If you have questions about the
source, please notify me via email or in class.
iii. Reporter: One reporter. This person will use a blank power-point
presentation and translate the information researched into each of the
categories. It is the reporter’s responsibility to use critical thinking skills
and to translate the information into the various areas.
iv. Artist: One artist. This person will take the power-point presentation and
add the artistic elements. This will include music, effects and a video clip
(if available) of the topic. It is the responsibility of the artist to give the
presentation its flair.
Because you will all receive one grade based on the presentation, it is very important
that you maintain communication with each other in ANGEL and that you seek
advisement with those students who are not performing at the same level as the rest.
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4. Attendance (5% of Final Grade (Could be the Difference between an “A” and a “B”):
Attendance is mandatory. Failing to come to 3 unit hours of class may result in a lower
grade. If you miss three consecutive unit hours, you may be dropped from this course.
5. Service Learning :(10% of Your Final Grade):
Students are expected to engage in Service Learning as part of their college experience.
As part of this course, students are required to engage in five hours of service
learning, including a one-page single-spaced reflection paper on their experience. Extra
hours beyond the five hours will count as extra credit. Please note: Only through extra
hours of Service Learning will students be allowed to gain extra credit. To learn which
activities/events most interest you please go to the following website: www.mdc.edu/iced
and click on the online application. Remember, in order to receive credit for service
learning, you must go through the whole process as explained in the website. You can
also check all the available sites by clicking on Agency Placement Lists. You will be
expected to write a one-page essay (single-spaced if typed) on:
 Your placement
 Your responsibilities and activities
 The mission statement or purpose of your selected site.
 What you learned from this experience
 What you learned about yourself throughout this experience
 How you can relate this experience to your Student Success
 How successful you feel you were in accomplishing your Service Learning Goals.
Service Learning – Five Hours Required for a Total of 10% of Final Grade:
Service Learning Site:
Must be selected by the
first two weeks of class.
Due Dates:
Second Week of class
you will select the site
for your service learning
Download application at
the website
http://www.mdc.edu/cci
and bring for my
approval/signature if not
listed on website
Third week of class you
have contacted site and
are cleared for the
service by February
15, 2013
Must complete a minimum
of 5 hours for this course
Hours due to Room
3210 by April
19th..NO
EXCEPTIONS.
Each student will prepare a
one-page single-space
reflection paper.
Individual Reflection
paper due day of your
presentation
Rubric
Hours (%Points: 30-0)
Excellent – Completed more than 5 \
Average: Completed 5 hours
Below Average: Did not complete 5
Application (%Points: 30-0)
Excellent – Completed all forms and made copy
for Portfolio
Average: Completed most forms and made copy
for Portfolio
Below Average: Did not complete forms and/or
did not make copy for Portfolio
Reflection Paper(%Points: 40-0)
Excellent – Answered all items as described in
detail
Average: Answered some items and mostly all
described in detail.
Below Average: Did not answer all items or items
partially answered
Incomplete: Did not write a reflection paper for
Portfolio
Total Possible % Scores:
Excellent: (100-90)
Average: (80-70)
Below Average: (60-0)
Please Note: Our class will going to the Everglades on an immersion on
Saturday, March 23rd, 2013. We will learn about the Everglades and our impact
on the environment. You will have travel forms to fill out and will need parental
consent if you are under 18 years of age.More of this will follow as well as the
forms you will have to fill out. You will receive extra credit if you write a self11
The mission of Miami-Dade Community College is to provide accessible, affordable, high quality education
by keeping the learner s needs at the center of decision making and working in partnership
with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.
reflection on your experience and answer a couple of questions.
Important! Students, please check your mdc.net email account frequently. All your
professors use this e-mail to send you information regarding your course.
Values of a Successful Student:
Description
Value
Goal-Oriented
Persistent
Prepared
Proactive
Respectful
Successful students:
 Set goals that are: measurable, realistic, achievable, and that lead to
personal growth
 See the end in mind when planning for; majors, courses, examinations,
papers and other activities.
 Prioritize their goals
 Organize their time in order to meet their goals
Successful students:
 Do not give up at the first sign of a challenge
 Know that with energy, commitment and dedication, obstacles/challenges
may be faced successfully
 Know who to seek out for assistance
 Are assertive in voicing their concerns
Successful students:
 Are punctual
 Attend all class sessions
 Read the assigned chapters, articles before it is discussed in class
 Spend time away from the classroom to study and prepare
 Take notes and then organize and review them
 Come with questions or concerns
Successful Students:
 Follow the course syllabus
 Take responsibility for their education
 Plan their assignments, studying time and reading time
 Take good notes
 Ask questions in class
 Participate in class discussions
 Help other students who may need their help
 Do all assignments in time
 Speak to the professor for clarification or to share concerns
Successful Students:
 Address their professor appropriately
 Listen attentively when others are speaking
 Speak in an appropriate manner
 Leave their cell phones/other electronic equipment outside of class
Thank you….Have a safe, creative and successful academic semester!
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The mission of Miami-Dade Community College is to provide accessible, affordable, high quality education
by keeping the learner s needs at the center of decision making and working in partnership
with its dynamic, multi-cultural community.