Sch Interdisciplinary Studies

Preparing for Academic Success

2018-19 Academic Year

Program Year Semester
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate 1 1
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate (Liberal Arts Trent Transfer) 1 1
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate (Liberal Arts UOIT Transfer) 1 1
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate (Liberal Arts UOIT Transfer- 1 1
Forensics)
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate (Science and Engineering 1 1
Preparation)
IS-General Arts and Science Certificate (Science and Engineering UOIT 1 1
Transfer)
IS-Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Advanced Diplomas and Degrees 1 1
Certificate
IS-Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas Certificate 1 1
IS-Pre-Health Sciences Pathway to Certificates and Diplomas Certificate 1 1
(Online)

Course Code: PREP 1300 Course Equiv. Code(s): MGMT 3206, SUCC 1300
Course Hours: 42 Course GPA Weighting: 3
Prerequisite: N/A
Corequisite: N/A
Laptop Course: Yes No X
Delivery Mode(s): In class Online Hybrid X Correspondence
Authorized by (Dean or Director): Stephanie Ball Date: July 2018

Prepared by
First Name Last Name Email
Nathan Wilson [email protected]

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Course Description:
Preparing for Academic Success is designed to help students discover who they are as learners and as active agents
of their own post-secondary journey. This highly participatory course invites students to define what academic and
career success means to them through self-reflection and planning exercises. Students are also invited to cultivate
strategies and techniques that will help them to develop critical thinking, informational literacy, goal setting, active
reading, note taking, test preparatory, time- and self-management skills. This course presents opportunities for
students to connect with Durham College’s services and resources to enhance their post-secondary experience. The
ultimate goal of Preparing for Academic Success is to help students effectively identify and clarify skills, attitudes, and
outlooks that help bridge the gaps between academic achievement, campus and community connections, and life after
school, including personal and professional aspirations. Through various activities, application, and reflection, the
material covered in this course should support and assist students in their other post-secondary courses.

Subject Eligibility for Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition

(PLAR):
Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition (PLAR) is a process a student can use to gain college credit(s) for
learning and skills acquired through previous life and work experiences. Candidates who successfully meet the
course learning outcomes of a specific course may be granted credit based on the successful assessment of their
prior learning. The type of assessment method (s) used will be determined by subject matter experts. Grades
received for the PLAR challenge will be included in the calculation of a student’s grade point average.

The PLAR application process is outlined in http://www.durhamcollege.ca/plar. Full-time and part-time students must
adhere to all deadline dates. Please email: [email protected] for details.
PLAR Eligibility

Yes X No

PLAR Assessment (if eligible):

X Assignment
X Exam
Portfolio
Other

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Course Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes contribute to the achievement of Program Learning Outcomes for courses that lead to a
credential (e.g. diploma). A complete list of Vocational/Program Learning Outcomes and Essential Employability
Skill Outcomes are located in each Program Guide.
Course Specific Learning Outcomes (CLO) Essential Employability Skill Outcomes (ESSO)

Student receiving a credit for this course will have This course will contribute to the achievement of
reliably demonstrated their ability to: the following Essential Employability Skills:

CLO1 Develop a plan to achieve personal and X EES 1. Communicate clearly, concisely and
academic goals using appropriate goal- correctly in the written, spoken, and visual form
oriented, time- and self-management that fulfills the purpose and meets the needs of
strategies and techniques. the audience.
CLO2 Describe the Durham College and X EES 2. Respond to written, spoken, or visual
community resources that support personal, messages in a manner that ensures effective
educational, and career goals to enhance the communication.
overall post-secondary experience.
EES 3. Execute mathematical operations
CLO3 Apply best practices in the areas of self- accurately.
reflection, reading comprehension, note
taking, test-writing, informational literacy, EES 4. Apply a systematic approach to solve
and critical thinking, among others, to problems.
ensure success in post-secondary courses
EES 5. Use a variety of thinking skills to
and subjects.
anticipate and solve problems.
CLO4 Analyze interpersonal relationships,
EES 6. Locate, select, organize, and document
strengths, weaknesses, roles, conflict, and
information using appropriate technology and
contexts, individually and in group settings,
information systems.
to improve academic, personal, and
professional success. X EES 7. Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant
information from a variety of sources.
X EES 8. Show respect for the diverse opinions,
values, belief systems, and contribution of
others.
X EES 9. Interact with others in groups or teams
in ways that contribute to effective working
relationships and the achievement of goals.
X EES 10. Manage the use of time and other
resources to complete projects.
X EES 11. Take responsibility for one's own
actions, decisions, and consequences.

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Evaluation Criteria:
The Course Learning Outcomes and Essential Employability Skills Outcomes are evaluated by the following evaluation
criterion.

Evaluation Description Course Learning Outcomes EESOs Weighting

Active student engagement CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES1, EES2, EES7, 20
with the course, in class and EES8, EES9, EES10,
online (ongoing in-process EES11
participation and
assessments).

Mapping the semester: time CLO1, CLO3 EES1, EES7, EES10, 15

management/managing EES11
priorities (an action plan).

My college experience and CLO2, CLO3 EES1, EES2, EES10, 10

transformation -- short EES11
reflection about college-based
supports.

Learning journals -- why are CLO1, CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES1, EES2, EES7, 20
you here? Where are you EES10, EES11
going? What have you
learned?

Group presentation/project -- CLO2, CLO3, CLO4 EES1, EES7, EES8, 20

please note that this mark is EES9, EES10, EES11
made up of a presentation
proposal/contract (5%), self-
/peer-evaluations (5%) and
the finished product itself
(10%).

Quizzes (knowledge checks CLO2, CLO3 EES1, EES2, EES7, 15

x3; review and application of EES10, EES11
key concepts, topics, etc.).

Total 100%

Notes:

1. In order to earn in-process marks, students must be present in class the day the activities take place and meet
the submission deadline. Many of the activities require student-teacher and student-student interaction and the
intended learning cannot take place if the student is absent from this process. All application marks are earned
through both scheduled and random activities conducted throughout the semester and are intended to give
students the opportunity to apply concepts covered in class to enhance and reinforce learning. Given the nature
of these activities, there are no makeups or facility for submitting after the submission deadline. Application
activities not completed within the established timelines and parameters will not be considered for grading
purposes. Deviation from this policy will occur on a case-by-case basis, where warranted, at the full discretion
of the professor. Documentation may be required.
2. All written work must be in full, grammatically correct, sentences and paragraphs. Point-form written work will
not be accepted and will be given a zero.
3. At the discretion of the professor, students may be invited to present their ideas in written format or in a variety
of alternate formats including (but not limited to) audio, video, multimedia, etc. This will be clarified and
addressed by the professor in class/online.
4. The quizzes may include multiple choice and true-false questions as well as short answer or fill-in-the-blanks.
The quizzes may be conducted in class or online via DC Connect.
5. Assessments and evaluations are to be submitted by the deadline given as a hard copy or an e-copy submitted
to the appropriate online submission folder in DC Connect. The professor will specify the appropriate delivery
method prior to collecting work. All late submissions will be assessed a penalty of 10% of the total possible

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 grade for the assignment per 24 hours late up to 72 hours after which the assignment will no longer be accepted.
These requirements reflect the importance of deadlines in a workplace environment, and the consequences of
failing to meet such deadlines. Requirements must be observed carefully to avoid academic penalties. Missed
assignments cannot be made up through any method. Students will NOT be allowed to complete "extra
assignments" to "raise their mark" at the end of the term -- students must complete and hand in term work as it
is assigned. Please keep in mind: as in the workplace, failure to meet deadlines results in loss of credibility,
advancement opportunities and grades.

Required Text(s) and Supplies:

1. Doug Toft, Judy Corasaniti and Jeremy McQuigge. "The Essential Guide to Becoming a Master Student," First
Canadian Edition. Toronto: Nelson, 2015. ISBN: 978-0-17-667532-5.

Recommended Resources (purchase is optional):

N/A

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Policies and Expectations for the Learning Environment:
General Policies and Expectations:

General College policies related to General policies related to

+ Acceptable Use of Information Technology + attendance

+ Academic Policies + absence related to tests or assignment due

dates
+ Academic Honesty + excused absences

+ Student Code of Conduct + writing tests and assignments

+ Students’ Rights and Responsibilities + classroom management can be found in the

can be found on-line at Program Guide (full time programs only) in
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/academicpolicies MyCampus
http://www.durhamcollege.ca/mycampus/

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Course Specific Policies and Expectations:

In order to ensure a quality learning environment for all students, the following policies have been established. Any
behaviour that disrupts the learning environment will be dealt with according to the Durham College Academic Policies
and Procedures.

1. Learning Expectations: Course concepts will be explained through the use of presentation materials and examples.
This will be supplemented and supported by some or all of the following: in class exercises, homework readings,
questions, tutorial exercises, self and collaborative study, online modules and discussion posts, and assignments to
be completed during class and outside of class time.

2. DC Connect: Students are expected to check MyCampus/DC Connect daily for both college-wide and program
specific information. Each Durham College student has a MyCampus/DC Connect e-mail address which they should
check daily. Communication between students and faculty via e-mail is limited to the DC Connect system. Should a
student have a login and/or performance issue with their MyCampus, it is their responsibility to report the issue(s) to
the IT Help Desk by calling 905-721-3333 or visiting the Computer Commons, Room SW100.

3. Attendance: Attendance has been shown to be the best predictor of student success. Students are expected to
attend classes and to complete tests and other forms of evaluation. It is also expected that students will actively
participate in class activities and discussions. A student missing topics will be less able to complete subsequent
assignments. Students are responsible for knowing all course requirements and instructions given in class. Handouts
will not be available in subsequent classes. Students are encouraged to form support groups of three to four people for
classes.

Students are responsible for any missed materials and instruction as a result of an absence from class. In addition, it
is the student's responsibility to complete all assignments and to be aware of announcements made. It is the student's
responsibility to arrive to class on time, review notes, readings, and other requirements in preparation for class.

4. Absence from Class: Students are required to submit the appropriate documents when serious illness or other
occurrences interfere with the ability to complete the course requirements. If an emergency occurs, contact the
professor by DC Mail or telephone as soon as possible, ideally prior to missing class or evaluation. As soon as you
return to the college, make an appointment to see the professor. Any arrangements to make up missed assignments
will be at the sole discretion of the course professor.

5. Arrival to Class: Faculty recognize that there are often legitimate reasons for late arrivals. If you arrive late for class,
please enter the classroom as quietly as possible and/or wait until there is a formal break in the class to minimize
disruption to students who arrived on time. If you disturb the class upon your arrival, you may be asked to leave the
class. If you arrive late on a regular basis and disturb a class already in progress, the faculty has the right to prohibit
entry to the classroom until a suitable break occurs.

During classes in which a guest speaker is scheduled or when student peers are making a presentation, late arrival
may not be permitted. (Special circumstances may be presented to the faculty in advance of the class for
consideration.)

Students who arrive late on the day of a test will not be given any additional time to complete the test. No late arrivals
will be permitted after the first 30 minutes of the test start time.

6. Plagiarism: Plagiarism is a serious breach of the College's Academic Integrity policy. That policy, defined in ACAD-
101 and the accompanying procedure, defined in ACAD-101-1 will be enforced on any students involved in incidents of
plagiarism, of any type. This could include any or all of the following: a mark of zero on an evaluation, a mark of zero
in the course, non-admittance to a course or program, withdrawal from a course, or dismissal from the college. In all
cases, a formal Academic Alert will be issued that will document the infraction that has taken place, notification will be
given to the Dean/Associate Dean and a record will be placed in the student's file.

Professors may request electronic files of written submissions. Plagiarism detection software may be used during the
marking process. Any work that has been plagiarized will receive a mark of zero. If it is determined that a student has
shared any work with or copied from another student, then ALL STUDENTS INVOLVED will receive a mark of zero for
the entire assignment or test. This includes sending files to other students for review of concepts.

A first breach of academic integrity shall result in one or more of the following penalties, at the discretion of the
appropriate dean or designate:

- a referral to Student Academic Learning Services (SALS) to complete the Academic Integrity modules;
- repeat the original assessment or alternative assessment;
- a deduction of the assessment by a portion of the grade;
- a zero on the assessment;
- an academic performance contract;

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- removal from a course with a grade of "0" or F;
- removal from a program.

A second breach of academic integrity shall be referred to the Associate Dean and will result in one or more of the
following penalties:

- a zero on the assessment;

- an academic performance contract;
- removal from a course with a grade of "0" or "F";
- removal from a program.

A third breach of academic integrity shall be referred to the Vice-President Academic and may result in dismissal from
the college for two academic years. If the student is dismissed from the college, the Office of the President will be
notified.

7. Respect for the Learning Environment: At all times, students are expected to respect that other students have the
right to a distraction-free learning environment. Any conduct as outlined, but not limited to the items, below will not be
tolerated and could result in disciplinary action. It is expected that all members of the learning environment conduct
themselves in a professional manner at all times.

- Habitual lateness for class. Arrive on time and be prepared for class.
- Cheating (or suspicion of).
- Laptops and other digital devices (tablets, smart phones, etc.) are to be used for educational purposes only during
class time.
- Inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated (swearing, vulgarity, and disrespect toward professor or students).

It is expected that all members of the class, including the faculty, will treat one another with courtesy and respect. If
individual behaviours interfere with the rights of others to teach or to learn, then the faculty member has the right to
ask the disruptive student(s) to leave the class and apply the necessary consequences in accordance with Durham
College's Academic Policies and Procedures.

Students are expected to read the college's Student Rights & Responsibilities policy to ensure they understand the
guiding principles of expected student behaviour while a student at Durham College.

8. Student Success: It is the student's responsibility to keep the faculty informed about any circumstances which may
be interfering with the student's success in that course. The faculty cannot provide support and assistance if s/he is
not aware that a problem exists. Students can leave messages on the faculty's voice mail or e-mail to make
arrangements for the faculty and the student to meet and work together to resolve any issues or challenges. If a
student has a concern about an individual course, then the first line of solution should be a discussion with their
faculty. If the issue cannot be solved through collaboration, then the student is advised to make an appointment with
the Student Advisor in the School of Interdisciplinary Studies.

9. Returning Assessments: Faculty shall return assessments to students within an appropriate timeframe for the
assessment type, typically three weeks at a maximum with exceptions negotiated between the faculty and the class.
Students shall consult their course outlines for specific information on evaluation protocols. It is a student's
responsibility to obtain returned assessments if absent from class.

Evaluations shall be assigned a grade, and where appropriate, faculty may provide feedback to assist students in
improving academic performance. Students may request an interview with a faculty member for further clarification of
evaluation results.

Marked tests and assignments will be kept for 20 working days after the student's grades are made available at the
end of the semester. If they are not retrieved in that time, they will be discarded.

10. Diversity: This course acknowledges pluralism and that through distinctions in race, ethnicity, place of origin,
creed, ability, gender identity and/or sexual orientation, there are many ways of making meaning in this world. This
course specifically endorses, where possible, the use of readings, discussions, and case studies that enable students
to adapt to differences with real empathy, recognize the legitimacy of those differences, and develop acceptance for
new concepts of compatibility.

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General Course Outline Notes:
1. Students should use the course outline as a learning tool to guide their achievement of the learning
outcomes for this course. Specific questions should be directed to their individual professor.
2. The college considers the electronic communication methods (i.e. DC Mail or DC Connect) as the primary
channel of communication. Students should check the sources regularly for current course information.
3. Professors are responsible for following this outline and facilitating the learning as detailed in this outline.

4. Course outlines should be retained for future needs (i.e. university credits, transfer of credits etc.)

5. A full description of the Academic Appeals Process can be found at http://durhamcollege.ca/gradeappeal.

6. Faculty are committed to ensuring accessible learning for all students. Students who would like
assistance with academic access and accommodations in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights
Code should register with the Access and Support Centre (ASC). ASC is located in room SW116,
Oshawa Campus and in room 180 at the Whitby Campus. Contact ASC at 905-721-3123 for more
information.
7. Durham College is committed to the fundamental values of preserving academic integrity. Durham College
and faculty members reserve the right to use electronic means to detect and help prevent plagiarism.
Students agree that by taking this course all assignments could be subject to submission either by
themselves or by the faculty member for a review of textual similarity to Turnitin.com. Further information
about Turnitin can be found on the Turnitin.com Web site.

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 Learning Plan
The Learning Plan is a planning guideline. Actual delivery of content may vary with circumstances.

Students will be notified in writing of changes that involve the addition or deletion of learning outcomes or
evaluations, prior to changes being implemented, as specified in the Course Outline Policy and Procedure at
Durham College.

Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

01
CLO2

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES8, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Course introduction: review of the course outline, expectations, and due dates.

Main topic(s): Why are you here?

- Defining student success and your college experience; evaluate the value of higher education.
- The introductory discussion may touch upon self-regulatory behaviours as linked to academic and
professional success, such as time management practices, ability to self-motivate, strategies to combat
procrastination, roadblocks to success, study habits, effective goal-setting, etc. (all of these topics will be
addressed in more depth in subsequent weeks).

Intended Learning Activities

Icebreaker activity.

Bookend activity: student expectations of the course.

Introductory lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Handouts posted to DC Connect; all assignment instruction sheets posted to DC Connect.

Evaluation Weighting
Active student engagement with the course, in class and online (on- 20%
going in-process participation and assessments... continually assessed
in subsequent weeks).

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

01
CLO2

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES8, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Course introduction continued: student review of the course outline, expectations and due dates.

Overview of online expectations.

Getting to know one's way around DC Connect.

Intended Learning Activities

Student questions about the outline, expectations, and due dates may be posted to a generic discussion
board on DC Connect.

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

02
CLO1, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES8, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Brief Q and A about the course outline, expectations and due dates (an opportunity to clarify anything
about the course, delivery, etc.).

Main topic(s): Who are you? Where are you going? How are you going to get there?
- The value of self-assessment and goal-setting.
- Learn to explore your self-concept and to identify your academic aspirations and your career goals.
- Chart more than one course to future success (i.e. developing a Plan A and a Plan B).
- Create a plan to manage your priorities: a prescription for success.
- Time management as linked to achieving educational and professional goals.
- Take personal responsibility and ownership; identify ways to change undesirable habits.

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Introductory chapter from course text, "Making Transitions."

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

02
CLO1, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES8, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

03
CLO1, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES8, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Who are you? Where are you going? How are you going to get there? (Continued).

Intended Learning Activities

Mapping the semester exercise (**Note -- It is important to be in class to complete the mapping exercise
that the professor will then check.**).

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 1 from course text, "Discovering Your Style" and Chapter 3, "Defining Values with Time-Based
Goals."

Evaluation Weighting
Mapping the semester: time management/managing priorities (an action 15%
plan). Please note that part of this assignment will be completed in-
class and checked by the professor at the end of the session.

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

03
CLO1, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES8, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

04
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Active listening and note-taking strategies. Active reading strategies.
- Effective listening skills and following instructions.
- Reading strategies; reading for comprehension.
- Increase your vocabulary.
- What does effective note-taking mean?

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 4 from course text, "Reading with Purpose" and Chapter 5, "Capturing Effective Notes."

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

04
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

05
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Test-taking strategies.
- Take control of the test.
- Techniques and strategies for managing a test, before and during.
- Test anxiety and stress management.
- Memory and concentration techniques.
- Study habits.
- College test-related resources.

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 6 from course text, "Maximizing Your Memory and Mastering Test Taking."

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

05
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz (knowledge check). 5%

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

06
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Informational literacy.
- Understand how to use campus resources and academic-related technologies.
- Appropriately evaluate resources (including web resources).
- Identify credible sources.

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 2 from course text, "Using Technology to Succeed."

Evaluation Weighting
Learning Journals for weeks 1 to 5. 10%

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Course Learning Outcomes

06
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

07
CLO1, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Communication and working well in teams.
- Diversity in team environments.
- Conflict management and conceptual conflict.
- Highlight strengths and weaknesses; identify team member roles.

Intended Learning Activities

First in-class opportunity to work on the group presentation/project and complete the proposal/contract.
(**Note - This is an important milestone for the group culminating activity; you must be present to pick
your group and complete the relevant proposal/contract**).

Team-building activity.

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 8 from course text, "Creating Positive Relationships"

Evaluation Weighting
Group Presentation/Project Proposal/Contract completed in class and 5%
due at the end of class as a hard-copy.

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Course Learning Outcomes

07
CLO1, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

08
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): How do I develop critical thinking and analytical abilities?
- Derive meanings from content that are professionally and personally relevant.
- Strategies for applying knowledge and skills.
- Describe the qualities of a critical thinker.
- Discuss problem-based learning.
- Identify and apply strategies to improve personal skills for decision-making and problem-solving
(developing a Plan A and a Plan B -- revisit).

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

Chapter 7 from course text, "Communicating Your Ideas."

Evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

08
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

09
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Documentation and academic integrity, active writing skills.
- Introduction to style guides (e.g. APA, MLA).
- Evaluate and incorporate sources.
- Integrate quotations, paraphrase, and summarize.

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

09
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES2, EES7

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz (knowledge check). 5%

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Course Learning Outcomes

10
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES2, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Overcoming anxiety; health and wellness.
- Care for personal health.
- Discuss the benefits of a personal wellness plan.
- Relate the importance of self-care to academic and professional success.

Intended Learning Activities

Second (and final) in-class opportunity to work on the group presentations.

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation Weighting
My college experience and transformation (short reflective piece). 10%

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Course Learning Outcomes

10
CLO1, CLO2, CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES2, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic(s) continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

11
CLO2, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Ethics and professionalism at school and beyond; diversity and equity on campus and in
our professional lives.
- Review relevant definitions and concepts, such as equity, diversity, oppression, marginalization, power
dynamics, cultural competency, among others.
- Recognize the value in diversity.
- Transfer your new skills - make your skills work for you in the workplace.

Intended Learning Activities

Lecture and media supplement.

Seminar-style small-group and guided discussions.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Course Learning Outcomes

11
CLO2, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

12
CLO2, CLO3, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): group presentation/project

Intended Learning Activities

Group presentation/project.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation Weighting
Group Presentation/Project (10%); Self- and Peer-Evaluations (5%). 15%; 10%
(Continued into Week 13).

Learning Journals for weeks 6 to 11.

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Course Learning Outcomes

12
CLO1, CLO2

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Strategize your next steps.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements
- participation in online discussion forums
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

13
CLO2, CLO3, CLO4

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES7, EES8, EES9, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Group presentation/project.

Intended Learning Activities

Group presentation/project.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

13
CLO1, CLO2

Essential Employability Skills

EES1, EES10, EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): Strategize your next steps (continued).

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 2 Delivery: In Class

Course Learning Outcomes

14
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Main topic(s): What have you learned? Where are you going (revisit)?
- Course wrap-up and next steps for academic and professional success.

Intended Learning Activities

Concluding remarks.

Bookend activity revisit from week 01.

Additional in-class tasks, activities, and exercises may include, but are not limited to:
- think/pair/shares,
- situational analyses,
- role-plays,
- self-assessment activities,
- brainstorming,
- worksheets,
- quiz practice questions,
- and one minute papers.

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation

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Wk. Hours: 1 Delivery: Online

Course Learning Outcomes

14
CLO3

Essential Employability Skills

EES11

Intended Learning Objectives

Topic continued online.

Intended Learning Activities

Connection and/or summary activities may include, but are not limited to:
- video supplements,
- participation in online discussion forums,
- the use of online resources, e.g. blogs, news supplements, academic success strategies, etc.
- the use of learning technologies and online platforms, supplements and interactive components,
- self-reflective tasks,
- and quiz practice questions (via DC Connect or external sites).

Resources and References

N/A

Evaluation Weighting
Quiz (knowledge check). 5%

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