Teaching College
Students
University of Cincinnati
Health Promotion & Education
Graduate Assistant Training
Health Promotion & Education
Program Overview
• Undergraduate program tracks: Exercise & Fitness or Public &
Community Health
• Both tracks require “real world” learning experiences including,
practicums, service learning and internship
• Majority of students (approximately 80%) in the program are
transfer or transition students from other majors (NURS, Pre-med,
pre-PT)
• Many courses carry BoK (general education) component
HPE Program Overview (continued)
• HPE program is student centered and inclusive
• The words you use may have an impact on others. Consider the
power of your words as you choose what to say, and consider
different ways that you can communicate the same message. If
you are offended by someone's language, engage them in a
discussion. Ask them what they really meant by what they said.
Together, sharing each other's stories, we can help others see
the power of their words.
Professionalism
Professionalism
• BlackBoard & Email – all communications and emails should be worded in a
professional and appropriate manner.
• All emails and phone calls should be responded to within 2 business days.
• If class needs to be cancelled for any reason, you must email the class as
soon as possible.
• Classroom – all lectures and group activities should be fully developed,
thought out and planned in advance.
• If you are unsure of an answer posed by a student in class DO NOT make up
answers. Tell them, you aren’t sure about that topic and will do some research
and get back with them. Then, get back with them next class!
• If you are not sure how to respond to a student in a professional way, please
ask an HPE professor for guidance.
Campus Services
Disability Services
• 210 University Pavilion
• 513-556-6823
• The Disability Services Office (DSO) is dedicated to empowering
students with disabilities through the delivery of reasonable
accommodations and support services by bridging postsecondary education with future real-world experiences.
• Students with disabilities who need academic accommodations
or other specialized services while attending UC will receive
reasonable accommodations to meet their individual needs as
well as advocacy assistance on disability-related issues.
Disability Services Continued
• To receive accommodations, students must have a
documented disability from a health care professional on file
with the DSO. Students should schedule an intake interview with
Disability Services to be guided through the process.
• To receive accommodations and services, students must have
you (the professor’s) signature on his/her accommodation form
each semester. The nature of the disability is not disclosed, unless
the student self-discloses to you.
• Accommodated Testing Information for Faculty
• http://www.uc.edu/testingservices/accommodated/accommfa
culty.html
Copy Center
• If you need a lot of copies made of something (over 100 pages),
you can send it to the Copy Center located in McMicken. Email
your document and include information regarding number of
copies, front/back, color, stapled, etc., as well as our MMIS
number, which is 0111.
• Keep in mind that if you have a document that you want all of
your students to have as a resource, you can always post it on
Blackboard & they can print it off themselves if they need a hard
copy.
• If you only have a hard copy of something that you want to post
on Blackboard, the student worker can scan it in and email it to
you as a pdf.
Student Wellness Center
• 675 Steger Student Life Center
• 513-556-6124
• The Student Wellness Center (SWC) offers an extensive collection of
resources and information about various health and wellness topics.
Topics include but are not limited to alcohol, body image, financial
wellness, general health and wellness, mental health, nutrition & fitness,
sexual health, stress management, and tobacco & drugs.
• Certified Peer Educators are available to present programs to
university organizations.
• The SWC also provides health awareness events on campus
throughout the year.
Counseling & Psychological Services
(CAPS)
• 225 Calhoun Street, Suite 200 (located in Usquare)
• 513-556-0648
• Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) provides brief
individual, group and couples counseling services
• Let’s Talk: mental health program that provides drop-in
consultations for University of Cincinnati students. It’s free, no
appointment is necessary, and students are seen on a first-come,
first-served basis
• http://www.uc.edu/counseling.html
LGBTQ Center
• 565 Steger Student Life Center
• 513-556-4329
• The LGBTQ Center supports the mission of the University of Cincinnati
through a commitment to diversity, equity, leadership development,
and intellectual inquiry with particular respect to sexual orientation
and gender identity. The Center is an inclusive campus community
that welcomes people of all sexual orientations and gender identities
and provides support, resources and advocacy. The Center facilitates
LGBTQ visibility by promoting and enhancing understanding,
acceptance, and awareness regarding LGBTQ issues.
• http://www.uc.edu/lgbtq.html
Learning Assistance Center (LAC)
• 2551 French Hall West
• 513-556-3244
• The Learning Assistance Center (LAC) offers free academic
support services including individual peer tutoring, personalized
academic coaching, Supplemental Instruction, the Academic
Writing Center, and the Math and Science Support (MASS)
Center. Appointments are available online at
https://lacscheduling.uc.edu.
• More information is available at www.uc.edu/lac.
Women’s Center
• 571 Steger Student Life Center
• 513-556-4401
• Our mission is to promote equitable and safe environments on
campus for women through advocacy, research and education.
• Students can build leadership and activism skills through our
programs and event offerings, or meet new people during our
social programs.
• http://www.uc.edu/ucwc.html
Ombuds Office
• 607 Swift Hall
• 513-556-5956
• The Office of the University Ombuds is a safe and confidential
place for all members of the UC community to talk about
university related conflicts, issues or concerns. Office staff will
listen to your concerns and help you identify options for
successful resolution.
Ombuds Continued
What types of issues can the ombuds office explore?
• Student financial aid and billing
concerns
• Undergraduate grade grievances
• Course schedule difficulties
• Academic dishonesty complaints
• Campus housing concerns
• Grievance procedures
• Performance evaluations
• Salary questions
• Fee disputes
• More information can be found on
the ombuds website:
• Sexual harassment
http://www.uc.edu/ombuds.html
• Discrimination
Grading Information
Grading Information
• How to Grade
• How to use Bb
• Grading Timeline
• Withdrawal/Incomplete/Grade Changes
Grading Scale
• Full grading scale
http://www.uc.edu/registrar/faculty_resources/grading_scales.ht
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• Students have protection through orderly procedures against
prejudiced or capricious academic evaluation. The method of
grading by instructors must be made clear to students, and
instructors may be required to justify disputed grades. At the
same time, students are responsible for maintaining those
reasonable standards of academic performance and classroom
conduct conducive to the learning process, as established in
each course in which they are enrolled.
Grading Individual Assignments
• All assignments must be graded and returned to students within
2 weeks
• Keep track of grades and assignments using the “grade center”
in Blackboard
• Step by step Blackboard tutorial at http://uc.edu/lynda
• For help with Blackboard call the Help Desk at 513-556- HELP or
helpdesk@uc.edu
• Attend a Blackboard Training. Register here:
http://www.uc.edu/facdev/Home.aspx
Final Course Grades
• Final course grades are recorded via the University Registrar
website
• http://www.uc.edu/registrar/faculty_resources/online_class_grad
ing.html
• Deadline to submit final grades
• 14FS: December 17th 5:00pm
• 15SS: May 7th 5:00pm
• 15US: August 12th 5:00pm
Classroom
Management
Traditional First Year Student
• First Year Students are enthusiastic, intellectually curious and
reasonably well prepared.
• At the same time, they are easily discouraged, unnerved and
overwhelmed
• First Year Student Struggles:
– DEEPER level of comprehension
– Moving beyond memorization
– Applying material to solve new problems or extension of ideas to new, yet
to be discussed, areas
– Time Management
Classroom Management
Quick Tips and Tricks
• Use a normal, natural voice.
• Speak only when students are quiet
and ready.
• Use hand signals and other nonverbal communication.
• Consider a no cell phone policy in
your classroom.
• Address behavior issues quickly and
wisely – ideally, in private after
class.
• Always have a well-designed,
engaging lesson.
• More tips can be found here:
http://www.mnsu.edu/newstudent/co
mmunities/faculty/classroom_manag
ement_documentationnew_and_experienced.pdf
First Time Teacher
Now what?
First Class Meeting
• Sets tone for entire semester
• Help students form a connection in class on the first day –
feelings of isolation get in the way of learning
• Get students to talk!
• Include an activity that requires students to be actively involved:
a problem to solve, a question to discuss, etc.
• Ideas: introductory/intake survey, student introductions, curious
students want to know game, “The Seven Most Important”
game.
Tips & Tricks
Guest Speakers & Parking
• If you will be bringing in a guest speaker to your class, you may
provide him/her with a parking pass, allowing them to exit any
UC parking garage free of charge.
• To obtain a parking pass, stop by the office of Cathy Wash
and/or Dan Majesky in 6339 Campus Recreation Center.
Final Thought
• Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
• HPE faculty are here to support and encourage you!
• HPE faculty contact information can be found here:
• http://cech.uc.edu/programs/health_education/employees.ht
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