Thursday, September 18, 2014


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Course Name:  Strategies for Success
Term/Session: Fall 2015 (20151)
Course Number:  SLS 1001
Reference Number: 495100

Faculty Introduction

Provide a brief introduction of yourself.

Faculty Contact Information

Instructor Name:
Dr. Leah Graham
Office Phone:
954-201-8119
Campus Phone:
954-201-7900
Fax:
954-201-7937
Email:
lgraham1@broward.edu

Course Description

This course is designed primarily for first time in college (FTIC) students.  It serves as an introduction to Broward College and is designed to afford students with training and experiences to prepare you to be successful in your first year of college and beyond. Topics include: career development, educational planning, learning styles, reading techniques, note-taking skills, memory techniques, time management, test taking and critical thinking skills, health and wellness decisions, financial management, understanding diversity, as well as career and global issues important to college students.

Course Prerequisites

None
  • Course Prerequisites and Co-requisites: None
Orientation to Online Learning
To be successful in an online course, you should assess your readiness to successfully engage in an online learning class at Broward College. You can complete the Orientation to Online Learning to determine if an online class is a right fit for you and to learn how to navigate the system.  Upon completion of the orientation, you will earn a certificate.  Some professors require you to submit this certificate during orientation, so make sure to save it in an easily accessible folder on your computer. 
Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you must complete the Syllabus Quiz from the course orientation, or you will be withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.

If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.  See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the General Course Policies page.

Required Course Materials
Required Text:
Title: Keys to College Success, 8th edition
Author(s): Carter & Kravitz
Publisher: Pearson
ISBN: 978-0-321-92924-2

Books for online courses are available at the South Campus bookstore: Judson A. Samuels South Campus Bookstore 
Bulding 67
7200 Hollywood Pines Boulevard
Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024-7299
Tel: (954) 201-8805

Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour hybrid course which meets online and in face to face environments. In this class, you will engage in classroom-based activities in addition to structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BC Online policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.
Broward College Policies
  • Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BC Online Policies
  • Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
  • This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
  • Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into the BC Online course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BC Online login is activated.
  • Your BC Online User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BC Online password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BC Online.
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