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COURSE SYLLABUS Course Title – Business Law I Course # BUL 2241 - Section # 800 Online Instruction Semester Code 0515 Summer 2016 1 st 8 week Mod Syllabus Addendum: www.spcollege.edu/addendum ABOUT_INSTRUCTOR ACADEMIC_HONES TY COURSE_DESCRIPTION COURSE_REQUIREMEN TS DROPPING_COURS E GRADING_POLICY TEXTBOOK TIME_COMMITMENT WEEKLY_ASSIGNMENT_SCHED ULE WELCOME Welcome to Business Law I! This is an exciting class that I love to teach! I hope you find it interesting and inspiring. This course is designed with a focus on the business executive’s needs. I look forward to getting to know you and reading your discussions on the many interesting topics we will over. Remember I am here to help you succeed so talk to/email me so I know how I can help you! Be sure to watch the due dates to avoid any unnecessary stress. The goal is to learn and develop critical thinking skills to use throughout your life - and to have fun while you learn!

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COURSE SYLLABUS

Course Title – Business Law ICourse # BUL 2241 - Section # 800

Online InstructionSemester Code 0515

Summer 20161st 8 week Mod

Syllabus Addendum: www.spcollege.edu/addendum

ABOUT_INSTRUCTOR ACADEMIC_HONESTY

COURSE_DESCRIPTION

COURSE_REQUIREMENTS

DROPPING_COURSE

GRADING_POLICY TEXTBOOK

TIME_COMMITMENT WEEKLY_ASSIGNMENT_SCHEDULE

WELCOME

Welcome to Business Law I! This is an exciting class that I love to teach! I hope you find it interesting and inspiring. This course is designed with a focus on the business executive’s needs. I look forward to getting to know you and reading your discussions on the many interesting topics we will over.

Remember I am here to help you succeed so talk to/email me so I know how I can help you! Be sure to watch the due dates to avoid any unnecessary stress. The goal is to learn and develop critical thinking skills to use throughout your life - and to have fun while you learn!

I wish you all the best! Any questions – just ask.

ABOUT_INSTRUCTOR

Name: Dr. JoAnne V. Hopkins

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Email: [email protected]: 727-791-2712Office and Online Virtual Hours: Office – TBAVirtual online – TBAOffice Location: Clearwater Campus ES 213GI have been a licensed attorney in the state of Florida for over 25 years. I have practiced in the areas of insurance defense, personal injury, criminal law, family law and wills and estates. I have been licensed in the State of Florida since 1990.Instructor Web Page: https://webapps.spcollege.edu/instructors/admin

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENTDean: Dr. Susan DemersOffice Location: Clearwater Campus – SS 165Office Phone Number: 727-791-2501Email: [email protected]

Course Description:

This course is designed to give the student a general understanding of the various areas of statutory and common law, and their impact upon the business community. This will be accomplished by including such topics as the structure of the American legal system, alternate dispute resolution, constitutional law, contracts, UCC sales, negligence, torts and the law of agency. There are 47 contact hours. 

Course Objectives:  

As your instructor it is my goal that you learn the following from this course.

1. To understand the legal environment of business including a study of the nature

and sources of law, court systems, constitutional law, law making by

administrative agencies and torts.

2. To apply the laws and understand the principles of contract law including the

nature and classification of contracts, agreement, consideration, contractual

capacity, illegality, reality of consent, contracts required to be in writing, rights of

third parties and discharge of contracts.

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3. To analyze commercial transactions, including the law of sales, formations and

interpretations of the sales contract, title, risk of loss, insurable interests,

warranties and performance, and remedies.

4. To understand government regulation, environmental law, and the principles of

agency law.

Course Requirements:

In order to successfully complete this course, it is imperative that students have regular access to a computer that is connected to the Internet. It is strongly recommended that students have a broadband (high-speed) internet connection such as DSL or a cable modem. When taking on-line quizzes and exams (or viewing on-line video), students should have an internet connection that is stable and will not drop their connection. 

If you haven’t a stable high-speed internet connection I encourage you to take on-line quizzes and exams at one of the St. Petersburg College libraries (or a similar facility) where a stable high-speed internet connection is available. Internet Explorer is the preferred browser to use to access course materials. 

Because of the use of teams in many classes, a formal standard has been devised. This standard applies to all classes. Students are required to submit assignments and share team documents in Microsoft Office formats (Word, Excel and other Microsoft formats if specified).

The College provides full function student licenses of Microsoft software, other than the basic Office product. Both Visio and Project would be beneficial to students. Details regarding obtaining the software and licenses are provided in a video under Course Materials and on the Technology Management Student Commons in ANGEL.

Some courses allow or require students to submit assignments as video responses with a PowerPoint attachment. Students would require a Webcam compatible with their computer to record these videos. Very low cost cameras have been found to work well when they claim support for the student's computer operating system (such as XP, Vista, MAC, Linux). Alternatively, students may book a machine equipped with a camera at the EpiCenter in Clearwater. These bookings should be made through the College of Technology and Management.

PLEASE be sure you submit assignments in Microsoft Word 97 or higher. Please be sure you use Microsoft word for all drop box

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attachments, because, if I can’t open the assignment it’s considered late and will receive a zero.

Required Textbook(s) :

Ebook or Custom version of Business Law and The Legal Environment, 7th Ed. by Beatty and Samuelson; Cengage Publishing

You may directly purchase the textbook, an e-book or rent the text via Cengage Brain . There is a course code that is part of the purchase so you must purchase the book directly from either our campus bookstore or the publisher.

ISBN: 9781305761032 with this ISBN as long as you order the textbook via our Barnes & Noble Bookstore your cost should be no more than $145.00.

WEEKLY ASSIGNMENT SCHEDULE Modules

Class Date Chapter Title/Projects

Reading Assignment

Written Assignment

Points Assignment Due Date

Begin Here

Module

5/16 Discussion Forum

Sample Answers and Email etiquette

Introduction 5

Quiz Syllabus 10 EC 5/22Tutorials/Links

1 5/16 Introduction to Law

Ch. 1   None

1 Business Ethics & Social Responsibility

Ch.  2   None

1 Drop Box

Constitutional Law

Ch. 5 Dash Cam Research Assignment

10 Sun. 5/22

1 Discussion Forum

Week 1 &

  Please be aware of posting days in each module.

5 Initial Post by Thursday and

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Introductionsresponse post by Sunday

2 5/16 Case Brief

Common Law, Statutory Law, and Administrative Law

Ch. 4 Brief a Case – Part 1 (Just the Facts)

25 Sun. 5/22

2 Alternative Dispute Resolution

Ch. 6

2 QUIZ I   Complete Quiz 1 (Chs 1,2,4,5 & 6)

25 Sun.5/22

2 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday

3 5/23 Case Brief

Crimes

Ch. 7 Brief a Case –Part 2

25 Sun. 5/29

3 Intentional Torts & Business Torts

Ch. 8

3 Negligence, Strict Liability & Product Liability

Ch. 9

3 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday

4 5/23 Introduction to Contracts

Ch. 11 See Brief a Case Assignment

4 Agreement: Offer &

Ch. 12 See Brief A Case

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Acceptance Assignment4 Case Brief

Consideration

Ch. 13 Brief a Case-Part 3

25 Sun. 5/29

4 QUIZ II   Complete quiz (Chs 7-9 & 11-13)

25 Sun. 5/29

4 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday

5 5/30 Legality Ch. 14 See Brief a Case Assignment

5 Voidable Contracts: Capacity and Consent

Ch. 15 See Brief a Case Assignment

5 Case Brief

Written Contracts

Ch. 16 Brief a Case-Part 4

25 Sun. 6/5

5 QUIZ III Complete quiz (Chs. 14, 15, 16)

25 Sun. 6/5

5 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday

6 5/30 Third Parties Ch. 17 Study for Midterm

6 Performance and Discharge

Ch. 18

6 Discussion Forum

10 Sun. 6/5

7 6/6 Remedies & Review

Ch. 19

7 MIDTERM Chapters for weeks 1-7

200 Sun. 6/12

7 Discussion Please read 10 Initial Post

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Forum and post to this module’s discussion.

by Thursday and response post by Sunday

8 6/6 Drop BoxAgency

Ch. 28 Dropbox Assignment

10 Sun. 6/12

8 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 In Class Thursday

9 6/13 Introduction to Sales

Ch. 21

9 Ownership & Risk

Ch. 22

9 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday 6/19

10 6/13 Antitrust Ch. 3810 Consumer Law Ch. 39

Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday 6/19

11 6/20 Quiz IV Environmental Law & Sustainability

Ch. 40 Complete Quiz IV

25 Sun. 6/26

11 Individual Paper

Submit Individual Paper

200 Sun. 6/26

11 Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by

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Sunday

12 6/20 Introduction to Business Organizations

Ch. 31 Teams Assigned

Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday 6/26

13 6/27 Team ProjectIntellectual Property – An introduction

Ch. 41 Team Project –Develop a community service project (1st Draft)

10 Sun. 7/3

Discussion Forum

Please read and post to this module’s discussion.

10 Initial Post by Thursday and response post by Sunday 7/3

14 6/27 Team ProjectDrop BoxCyber law & Privacy

Ch. 10 Community Service Project

10 Sun. 7/3

15 7/4 Team Project Submit your project

Team Project Due

30 Sun. 7/6

Final Exam Final Exam 200 Wednesday 7/6

Grading Policy:

A 90-100% 900 – 1000 points D 60-69% 600 – 699 points

B 80-89% 800 – 899 points F Less than 60% 0 – 599 points

C 70-79% 700 – 799 points

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Course Breakdown WEIGHT POINTS

~ Case Briefs/Group Projects        15%          150

~ Class Discussion/Drop Box                                 15%          150                   

~ Term Project/Paper                                                20%           200                

~ Quizzes                                                                  10%           100                               

~ Midterm                                                                  20%            200

~ Final                                                                       20%            200

GRADING AND REPEAT COURSE POLICIES

State policy specifies that students may not repeat courses for which a grade of “C” or higher has been earned except by appeal to an associate provost. Students may repeat a course one time without penalty. On the third attempt, students will pay the full cost of instruction. In addition, on the third attempt students may NOT receive a grade of “I,” “W,” or “X,” but must receive the letter grade earned. The grade on the final attempt with the exception of a “W” grade will be the grade that will be calculated into the overall grade point average. (Developmental courses do not average into the grade point average).

CLASS ASSIGNMENTS/TERM PROJECTS

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC INFORMATIONAttendance is mandatory and absences (not completing work on time) will hurt your grade.

Due dates are clearly posted on the calendar so watch them carefully.

Failure to adequately complete all work during the first two weeks will result in being dropped for non-participation – SPC RULE.

Discussion boards/Correspondence – Assignment posts are due on Thursday at 11:30 pm and reply posts are due Sunday by 11:30 p.m. All students must be respectful and stay on topic. Personal conversations, and off topic conversations should be conducted

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through personal email. If conversations go too far off topic or are disrespectful they will be deleted. Students who continue to be disrespectful will be dropped from the class.

Cheating is not tolerated. You will receive an F in the class and be reported to the College for Disciplinary Action. This is ethics – no cheating!

Students who do not fully participate: (earn a grade of 60% or above in the class and complete the midterm by the 60% mark) will be dropped from the course. So don’t fall behind.

ATTENDANCEThe College-wide attendance policy is included in the Syllabus Addendum:

www.spcollege.edu/addendum/#attend

For this class, attendance is defined as completing all of your assigned work online, by the due date. All instructors must verify that students are in attendance during the first two weeks of class. Students classified as “No Show” for both of the first two weeks will be administratively withdrawn from any class which they are not attending. The student’s financial aid will be adjusted based on their updated enrollment status. For this online class, a student is considered attending if the student timely submit all assignments and timely posts to the discussion forum for each module. So, please remember again that you must not only timely submit your assignments, but, post to the discussion forum as well in order to be considered present for class each week.

Attendance is mandatory. Since we will meet online it is suggested that you check the course several times a week – MyCourses is our online “classroom.”

Students who are not actively participating in class as defined in this syllabus will be reported to the Administration during the week following the last date to withdraw with a “W” (as posted in the academic calendar on the college’s web site).

Students will be able to withdraw themselves at any time during the term. However, requests submitted after the last date to withdraw with a “W” (see academic calendar) will result in a “WF.” Students and instructors will automatically receive an email notification through their SPC email address whenever a withdrawal occurs.

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Withdrawing after the “Last Date to Withdraw with a Grade of ‘W’” can have serious consequences. If the student withdraws from a class after the deadline posted in the academic calendar, the student will receive a final grade of ‘WF,' which has the same impact on the student's GPA as a final grade of “F.” A “WF” grade also could impact the student's financial aid, requiring repayment of financial assistance. Students should consult with an academic advisor or financial assistance counselor prior to withdrawing from a class.

Attendance for the 60% point of this class will be determined based on your attendance for 60% of the class by the SPC determined 60% date as well as your active participation in the course. Students must have at least a grade of 60% in the course at the 60% participation point or they will be administratively withdrawn - NOTE: Not achieving attendance leads to a WF (Withdrawn and Failed) implying serious financial and GPA consequences.

This course is NOT self-paced. You are expected to keep up with the class schedule. Modules are due according to the due dates. Late assignments will receive a grade of zero for that assignment. Any assignment not turned in by 11:30 p.m., on the date scheduled on the syllabus will be considered late. Assignments close promptly at 11:30 p.m., so govern your time accordingly. Please remember, if I can’t open a drop box attachment it’s considered late.

Again, you must submit all of the assignments for each week; in word format, by the deadline or you won’t receive credit for that assignment. I understand situations happen, but, except for a family emergency or death, with supporting documentation, there are no exceptions.

I’m sorry to be so strict, but, this is a department policy. As in the "business world", if you are late with your bid, you will not get the contract. The very same principal applies here – it is all or nothing! Please note that computer problems, work, travel, and lack of planning do not constitute an excuse for not making a deadline. This may mean you will have to use computers on campus or somewhere other than your home should the need arise. 

The students who drop out of the course or fail are almost always the students who get behind early in the semester and then can't catch up.

Grading:

General chapter assignments are graded based on two criteria:

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(1) Substantive content; i.e. whether the student understood the assignment task(s) and provided complete answers to same.a. Complete answers means you not only provide the answer but that you

fully explain it. In other words, if the question calls for you to list the elements of negligence, not only list the elements, but, explain the meaning of each element as well. If a case problem asks you the appellate case result, state the result of the case and explain in detail how the court reached that result. As a general rule, you won’t be able to properly answer any questions or chapter problems in less than 250 words.

(2) Written communication skills; i.e., whether you were able to clearly communicate your answer to the question using proper grammar and sentence structure.

(3) Plagiarism, whether intentional or not will receive a 0 and may receive a 0 for the class. Do not use the words of a case, article, text, code or any other person. Always write using your own words. Do not use quotations as they are not needed. Always view your originality report.

Case Brief and Individual Term Project:

These items are graded based on the grading rubric provided in the course materials folder, as well as the following:

1. Ability to identify the cause of action which is the legal reason the lawsuit is taking place;

2. Ability to identify the relevant case facts, which are those facts that gave rise to the lawsuit and any issues in the case;

3. Ability to identify the issue or issues in the case, which are the legal questions based on the cause of action and facts;

4. Ability to identify the holding which is the decision made by the court regarding the issue(s);

5. Ability to identify the law used by the court to reach it’s holding;6. Ability to identify the court’s reasoning for its holding. This is generally the

longest section of the brief and explains in detail why the court held as it did.

Individual Term Project/Paper

Each student will be responsible for submitting an individual term project on the pertinent course subject. The project is divided into two deliverables, an initial draft and a final paper. Please review the assignment schedule above for the due dates.

MAKE-UP POLICY:

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While I understand situations occur, there is a very limited Make-up Policy. If there is an emergency, or some other valid reason you will not be able to meet a deadline, CONTACT ME DIRECTLY. I’ll need verifiable documentation evidencing the reason for the delay. At such time as discussed a deadline may be extended depending on the reason and if documentation can be verified.

 Time Commitment:

This is a 3-credit course conducted over 8 weeks. In order to meet accreditation standards, on average, students should expect to spend between 10 to 16 hours per week on course activities and assignments. Spending less time would be insufficient for success in this course.

Academic Honesty:

St. Petersburg College has an Academic Honesty policy. It is your responsibility to be familiar with the policies, rules, and the consequences of violations.  There is no tolerance for cheating and academic dishonesty. Discipline can range from a zero on a specific assignment to expulsion from the class with a grade of F. Note that copy/pasting published information, whether it's from your textbook or the Internet, without citing your source is plagiarism and violates this policy. Even if you change the words slightly, the ideas are someone else's so you still have to cite your sources. Cheating, plagiarism, bribery, misrepresentation, conspiracy, and fabrication are defined in Board Rule 6Hx23-4.461. Student Affairs: Academic Honesty Guidelines, Classroom Behavior. http://www.spcollege.edu/webcentral/catalog/current/stu_affairs_honesty.htm

Academic honesty and plagiarism falls under the http://www.spcollege.edu/webcentral/admit/honesty.htm of the college. There is a “0” tolerance policy for academic dishonesty and if the student is in violation; at the instructor’s discretion, an “F” for the course may be applied. I strongly encourage each student to review and become familiar with the APA Guidelines for citation.

This policy applies to all work and assignments, tests, and any documents produced for this course, excluding the team project.

All quizzes, the midterm and the final exam are open book, however, that does NOT mean open forum. Under no circumstances may students collaborate, in any manner, with one another in taking quizzes, the midterm or the final. That means that you may not discuss any question or any proposed answer with any other student, period. Only after the quiz, midterm, final exam are closed, may you discuss the questions and your answers with other students. Any students who are found to collaborate on quizzes, the midterm, or the final exam will be considered in violation of the school’s academic honesty policy and the conduct will be addressed accordingly.

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Dropping the Course:

FEDERAL GUIDELINES RELATED TO FINANCIAL AID AND TOTAL WITHDRAWAL FROM THE COLLEGE http://www.spcollege.edu/central/SSFA/HomePage/hdiasbs.htm

The U.S. Department of Education requires students who completely withdraw prior to the 60% point of the term and who receive Federal financial aid i.e., Federal Pell Grant, Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG), Federal Stafford Loan, and/or Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant SEOG--to repay a portion of their financial aid.

Students considering a withdrawal from all classes before the published withdrawal date should consult a financial assistance counselor to understand their options and the consequences of the total withdrawal. For further information regarding this policy and other financial assistance policies we encourage you to visit our website at: www.spcollege.edu/getfunds

COLLEGE LEVEL ACADEMIC SKILLS TEST (CLAST) CHANGES

During the 2009 legislative session, the Legislature repealed the Florida Statutes relating to the College-Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST) and eliminated funding for the test. As of July 1, 2009, students will no longer be required to take the CLAST. However, to earn an A.A. degree or transfer to a bachelor's program, you must still demonstrate college-level proficiency in English language skills, reading, writing/essay and computation skills.

If you have passed any of the CLAST subtests before July 1, 2009, you have met the requirements in those designated areas. If you have not previously passed the CLAST subtests see the following link for alternatives: http://www.spcollege.edu/webcentral/CLAST.htm.  DUAL ENROLLMENT, EARLY ADMISSIONS, & EARLY COLLEGE STUDENTS A Dual Enrollment, Early Admissions, or Early College student may not withdraw from any college course without permission from the Early College/Dual Enrollment office. Withdrawal from a course may jeopardize the student's graduation from high school. The Dual Enrollment office can be reached at 727 712-5281 (TS), 727 791-5970 (CL) or 727 394-6000 (SE). http://www.spcollege.edu/central/de/index.htm

STUDENTS’ EXPECTATIONS AND INSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONSINSTRUCTOR’S EXPECTATIONS

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I expect you to abide by this syllabus, provide positive participation, and submit your best work by the due date. Positive participation adds to the class in a respectful manner and does not detract from the class.

I expect you to be respectful in all communications with me and your classmates.

I expect you to be honest in all work.

I expect you to come to me for help. I am here to help you.

I expect you to come to me if you cannot keep up or if you need to withdraw from the class. I will do what I can to help you succeed.

STUDENT EXPECTATIONS OF INSTRUCTOR

You can expect me to abide by the syllabus and provide you with any changes.

You can expect positive feedback and respect.

You can expect your emails answered within 24-72 hours (excluding holidays), if you use MyCourses email. If you use SPC email it may go to spam and I may miss your message.

You can normally expect most grading to be completed within 7 days of the due date or sooner. Most quizzes and exams are computer graded so the grades are immediate.

You can expect help. Please ask whenever you need help or have a question.

Addition Information:

Students may be required to have discussions of class assignments and share papers and other class materials with instructors and classmates via chat rooms and other mechanisms. Due to the potential piracy of students’ materials, the College is not responsible for student work posted on the Internet (outside of the college’s Learning Management System, currently MyCourses,).

The instructor may delete posts or materials from an online or blended class and/or take disciplinary action if disruptive behavior continues.

ONLINE STUDENT PARTICIPATION AND CONDUCT GUIDELINES The practices of courtesy and respect that apply in the on-campus classroom also apply online. Any discriminatory, derogatory, or inappropriate comments are unacceptable

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and subject to the same disciplinary action applied in courses offered on campus.

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS In the event that a hurricane or other natural disaster causes significant damage to St. Petersburg College facilities, you may be provided the opportunity to complete your course work online. Following the event, please visit the college Web site for an announcement of the College's plan to resume operations.

Students should familiarize themselves with the emergency procedures and evacuation routes located in the buildings they use frequently.

Located in each classroom is an Emergency Response Guide (flip-chart) that contains information for proper actions in response to emergencies. Students should be prepared to assess situations quickly and use good judgment in determining a course of action. Students should evacuate to assembly areas in an orderly manner when an alarm sounds or when directed to do so by college faculty or staff or emergency services personnel. Students may access additional emergency information by going to www.spcollege.edu/security . In face to face courses your instructor will review the specific campus plans for emergency events.

CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURIT Y For information on campus safety and security policies please contact 727-791-2560. If there are questions or concerns regarding personal safety, please contact the Provost, Associate Provost, Campus Security Officer, or Site Administrator on your campus. http://www.spcollege.edu/tsc/security.htm  SEXUAL PREDATOR INFORMATION Federal and State law requires a person designated as a “sexual predator or offender” to register with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE). The FDLE is then required to notify the local law enforcement agency where the registrant resides, attends, or is employed by an institution of higher learning. Information regarding sexual predators or offenders attending or employed by an institution of higher learning may be obtained from the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction for the particular campus by calling the FDLE hotline (1-888-FL-PREDATOR) or (1-888-357-7332), or by visiting the FDLE website at http://offender.fdle.state.fl.us/offender/homepage.do

SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONSIf you wish to request accommodations as a student with a documented disability please make an appointment with the Learning Specialist on campus. If you will need assistance during an emergency classroom evacuation, please contact your campus learning specialist immediately about arrangements for your safety. The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities can be reached at 791-2628 or 791-2710 (CL and EPI), 341-4758 (SP/G), 394-6289 (SE), 712-5789 (TS), 341-3721 (HEC), 341-4532 (AC), or 341-7965 (DT). http://www.spcollege.edu/central/ossd

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 ANGEL MAINTENANCE

Please check the academic calendar for angel maintenance dates.

Tutoring Assistance:

TUTORS: The College of Legal Studies provides tutoring for our law classes as follows:

1. Dr. Deborah Eldridge, Tuesdays 9-11:00 a.m. and 12:30-2:30 p.m., Gibbs Campus Writing Lab (2nd Floor of the library) and by appointment via emailing [email protected]

2. Dr. Rachel Bennett, by appointment. Please contact at [email protected]

3. Dr. Ian Banks, by appointment. Please email at [email protected]

Technical Assistance: Help Desk Hours 7 Days weekly (7 A.M. to 12 A.M. (Midnight))Email: [email protected]: (727) 341-4357

DISABILITY RESOURCES

Disability Resources at SPC wants to help you succeed. If you have a documented disability or think that you may have learning or other disability and would like to request accommodations, please make an appointment with the Learning Specialist on your campus. If you will need assistance during an emergency classroom evacuation, please contact your campus learning specialist immediately about arrangements for your safety. Disability Resources staff can be reached at 791-2628 or 791-2710 (CL and EPI), 341-4316 (SP/G), 394-6289 (SE), 712-5789 (TS), 341-3721 (HEC), 341-4532 (AC), or 341-7965 (DT). If you would like more information, you can learn more about Disability Resources on our website: http://www.spcollege.edu/dr/

If you wish to receive special accommodations as a student with a documented disability, please make an appointment with the Learning Specialist on the Clearwater, Tarpon Springs, or St. Petersburg sites. If you have a documented hearing loss, please contact the Program for the Deaf at 791-2628 (V/TDD). 

Health Education Stefanie Silver 341-3721St. Petersburg/ Gibbs Ray Hollowell 341-4316

Tarpon Springs Barbara Thompson 712-5789

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Seminole Aimee Stubbs (TTY) 394-6289

Clearwater Jeff Zeigler 791-2710EpiCenter & Downtown/Midtown T.J. Williams 341-7913

LIBRARY SERVICES There are libraries at various SPC sites. You may choose the one that is most convenient for you. You also can access library services online at http://www.spcollege.edu/libraries/

FREE TRANSPORTATION TO THE LEEPA-RATTNER MUSEUM OF ART

Free student transportation to the Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art on SPC’s Tarpon Springs Campus will be available once each month during the Fall Term from the St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus, the Clearwater Campus, and the Seminole Campus. Please visit your Student Activities Office to get departure times and to sign up for a trip to the museum.

OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES:  COLLEGE CALENDAR http://www.spcollege.edu/calendar/  CAREER DEVELOPMENT SERVICES http://www.spcollege.edu/careerservices/

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICEShttp://www.spcollege.edu/central/international/ LEARNING SUPPORT CENTERS (Learning Support Services) http://www.spcollege.edu/support/

Please access the following link for updated addendums to the syllabus: http://www.spcollege.edu/addendum/index.php

This syllabus is a guide and can be changed by the instructor as needed.

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