Dear GE 2022 Online Cohort,
Thank you for registering for Research and Technology course online. This course has a
very significant online component. We would like to be sure that you have the
appropriate tools for success.
You are registered for: GE2022-XX
Meeting day(s) and times: SaturdaysMeeting location: CAS 203
Faculty member: Melda N. Yildiz, email: myildiz@kean.edu
You are expected to attend class for the three meeting and participate
Wednesdays nights (8-9pm) or Saturdays mornings (9-10am) online discussions!
Computer and Software Requirements
Communication with your professor and colleagues will be via Blackboard (Bb) on your
computer. In order to run Bb, you must have a computer with web browser and internet
connection. Your Bb login is the same as your Kean email login. Please test this PRIOR
to class and sign off below that you are able to access BB and have the course showing
on your course list. If you have not used Bb, please read over the information located at
(http://blackboard.kean.edu). Basic use of Bb will be covered in the first class.
You will use a word processor, spreadsheet and presentation program in this class. The
campus standard is Microsoft Office version 2007 which is available in all campus
computer labs. You may choose to use another program (ie: Open Office at
openoffice.org); if you choose to use a different program, please be sure that your
choice of software is compatible with Microsoft Office 2007. Here are online tools you
will use during the class. http://ukean.wikispaces.com/OnlineTools
You may also need a USB flash drive for your work and post your work on your google
sites to prevent computer failure and losing your course work.
Student Responsibilities
There are significant differences in an online course from a traditionally instructed
course. As such, students should be aware of their responsibilities prior to beginning the
course. In an online course, such as Research and Technology, students are required
to:
 Attend class as required by the professor; although this is intended to be an
online course, the Professor may require in-person or online live meetings when
needed. Students should be available every week during the scheduled class
time (Saturdays 9-11:45AM) in case a meeting is scheduled. You will be notified
by email and also posted as an announcement on Bb. (one week notice is
customary). Please check course schedule for updates:
http://ukean.wikispaces.com/CourseSchedule
 Complete and hand in work as assigned on a timely manner.
 Log in on Wednesdays 8-9PM. or Saturdays 9-10am. for synchronous class
sessions.
 Log in on Wednesday-Saturday to participate in group work and discussions.
 Log in on Saturday to turn in classwork (work is due by before midnight Saturday
night)
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Communicate with your group members. 10% of your grade comes from your
peer evaluations and peer group work.
Communicate with your faculty member via blackboard email system, skype, or
let them your reviewer on your google sites account.
Bring textbook to first class and use throughout the semester. Paul D. Leedy &
Jeanne E. Ormrod, Practical Research Planning and Design, 9 edition. (2009).
How to Get Help
For assistance with the material in your class including understanding the assignments,
please contact your faculty member through email myildiz@kean.edu, skype Meldayildiz
or Google voice 973-498-8013.
 For assistance with Blackboard including user name and passwords or
information on how to use Bb, please contact the Office of Information Systems.
 For assistance with library technology and information-gathering, please contact
the Library at http://library.kean.edu/contact.htm
 For assistance in writing and with the work itself, please contact CAS tutoring
center http://www.kean.edu/~castutor/
 If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the General
Education Department at http://www.kean.edu/~gened
First Class Meeting
Your class will meet in person on the first day of class. Please bring your book and USB
drive to class with you, as well as paper and a pen. Prior to class, please be sure that
you are able to log in to Bb and know your user name and password as the first class
will include an introduction to Bb.
Our class wiki is http://ukean.wikispaces.com. This page will include your course materials, syllabus and
previous portfolios.
Thank you. I am looking forward to meeting you in January.
Have a happy, healthy and peaceful Winter Session!
Melda N. Yildiz
Please sign:
Name ______________________________
Email _____________________________
Phone Number ______________________________
 I understand that I am registered for an online course which has specific
requirements and responsibilities. I agree that I am responsible for managing my
time, completing my work and communicating with my class and instructor.
 I understand that work will be assigned and collected using Blackboard and that
meetings will take place online.
 I agree to check Bb daily from Wed-Sat. Your attendance will be recorded on Bb
system.
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My computer has an Internet connection, meets the requirements outlined above
AND I successfully accessed Bb.
I have a word processing, spreadsheet and presentation programs compatible
with Microsoft Office 2007.
I will attend classes both in person and online as required by the instructor.
I will keep the assigned class time available each week in case a meeting is
scheduled.
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Signature Date