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SYLLABUS I-BEST BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY SPECIALIST PROGRAM
ACADEMIC SUCCESS CLASS SPRING 2020
ABE 073/074 (ITEM# 7604/7690)
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION
Name: Eric Nacke
Office: R130X
Phone: (971) 238-8876
(This is my personal number. You can reach me here during work
hours.)
Email: [email protected]
CANVAS Inbox: When in CANVAS, click the Inbox icon at the left.
Office Hours: Monday through Friday 3:00 to 4:00 p.m., or by appointment.
I will be holding my office hours on Zoom. To meet me in my office
hours, click on this link:
Eric’s Office Hours on Zoom
COURSE SCHEDULE
Dates: April 8–June 19
Time: Mon. & Wed. 12:30 to 2:40 p.m.
Location: Class will be held on Zoom. We will have class at the times listed
above.
To attend class, click on this link:
ABE 073/074 Class on Zoom
School Closure Information: (425) 401- 6680 or BC homepage at http://bellevuecollege.edu/
You can sign up for emergency alerts at http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/alerts/
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
ONLINE LEARNING
As you know, the spread of the coronavirus has forced Bellevue College to offer all of its
classes online during Spring Quarter 2020. As a result, this class is also being offered online.
What does it mean to have classes “online”?
Having a class “online” means you will not come to the college to attend class. This is for your
safety and to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
In an online class, you will attend class and complete your coursework on your computer. You
will need an internet connection. (If you do not have an internet connection, contact your
instructor (Eric Nacke) right away so that we can find you an internet service.)
How will we see and talk to our classmates and instructor?
You will be able to see and talk to your classmates and instructor using Zoom, a program that
allows us to see and talk to each other. It is free, and you do not need to register to use it.
When will we have class?
For this class, we will meet on Zoom on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30-2:40 p.m.
Our first class is on April 8 at 12:00.
To attend class, all you have to do is click on this link:
ABE 073/074 Class on Zoom.
For your other classes, go to their Canvas sites to learn how to attend class.
Can I borrow a laptop?
Yes! The I-BEST program has laptops that you can borrow for the whole quarter. You will
receive detailed information from your ABE instructor about how to borrow a laptop.
What if I don’t have internet access at home?
Comcast is offering Internet Essentials. They provide 2 months of free internet (then $9.95
after the first 2 months) and Internet Essentials customers can purchase laptop computers for
$149.99. More information is available through the program’s website at
https://www.internetessentials.com/ .
Please contact your ABE instructor or I-BEST navigator Katie Bates
([email protected]) for more information.
Is the college open?
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The college campus is closed until at least May 4. However, most college services are
available through the BC website. Continue to check your BC email for further information
about access to the college.
Your ABE instructor (me) will be able to inform you of other resources that are available to you
through the college. Please let me know if you have any questions.
WHAT IS I-BEST?
I-BEST stands for Integrated Basic Education Skills Training. It is a program designed to help
you improve language and academic skills while completing college-credit classes toward
earning college certificates and Associate Degrees. The program combines an Academic
Success Class with college-credit classes. The purpose of this class, and the I-BEST program
as a whole, is to support you in your efforts to complete BTS 110, BTS 168, and BTS 188, and
to help you become successful, independent learners. As your teacher, I will provide
instruction, guidance, and assistance in your efforts to complete your courses. But what you
learn in your classes will depend on how much effort you put into them. The more effort you
put into your studies, the more you will learn.
In the Academic Success Class, we will meet online to:
• Develop a personal study plan
• Develop an education plan
• Preview and review material from the BTS courses
• Practice reading strategies
• Study specialized vocabulary related to the content material
• Follow complex instructions and practice problem-solving skills to complete projects
• Work individually, in groups, and as a class to understand and complete assignments
• Write about what we are learning and how we are learning
In addition to the Academic Success Class, I will be co-teaching in the BTS 110, BTS 168, and
BTS 188 classes. These classes will also be online. I will be teaching for at least 50 percent of
the total class time in each class. I will be team teaching with Keith Rowley. As teaching
teams, we will plan our lessons and work together to make the lessons as clear and
understandable as possible. We will be creating videos and online lessons, answering and
asking questions, guiding students, and doing what we can to make the classes informative,
clear, and engaging. Our goal is to help you learn and to keep up with the pace of the class
while having a good time. We like to have fun, and we hope you will, too.
This is a new experience for all of us. We look forward to exploring this learning model with
you. We will be patient and flexible with you, and we ask that you are the same with us.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
At the end of this quarter, successful students should be able to:
• Apply time-management strategies to complete assignments consistently and on time
• Create, organize, and manage a variety of electronic folders and files
• Read and comprehend a variety of texts, including articles, etexts, email messages,
business communications, websites, presentations, and spreadsheets
• Listen to and follow complex instructions, lectures, presentations, and explanations
• Use learning management systems such as Canvas, MyIT Lab, and Zoom to attend
class and complete coursework
• Apply critical-thinking skills to answer questions, solve problems, and correct mistakes
COURSE OUTCOMES
At the end of the quarter, successful students should be able to:
READING
• Read closely to determine what the text says explicitly and to make logical inferences
from it; cite specific textual evidence when writing or speaking to support conclusions
drawn from the text.
• Determine the meaning of symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words and
phrases as they are used in an accounting context.
• Know and use various text features (e.g., headings, tables of contents, glossaries,
electronic menus, icons) and search tools (e.g., key words, sidebars, hyperlinks) to
locate key facts or information in a text.
• Identify the main purpose of a text, including what the author wants to answer, explain,
or describe.
• Integrate information presented in different media or formats (e.g., in charts, graphs,
photographs, videos, or maps) as well as in words to develop a coherent understanding
of a topic or to address a question or solve a problem.
WRITING
• Write informative/explanatory texts to examine a topic and convey ideas and information
clearly.
• Use precise language and domain-specific vocabulary to explain the topic.
• Produce clear and coherent writing in which the development, organization, and style
are appropriate to task, purpose, and audience.
• Develop and strengthen writing as needed by planning, revising, editing, rewriting, or
trying a new approach, focusing on addressing what is most significant for a specific
purpose and audience.
SPEAKING AND LISTENING
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• Participate in collaborative conversations with diverse partners in small and larger
groups.
• Build on others’ talk in conversations by responding to the comments of others through
multiple exchanges.
• Ask questions to clear up any confusion about the topics and texts under discussion.
• Determine the main ideas and supporting details of information presented in diverse
media and formats, including visually, quantitatively, and orally.
• Speak in complete sentences when appropriate to task and situation in order to provide
requested detail or clarification.
LANGUAGE
• Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English grammar and usage
when writing or speaking.
• Demonstrate command of the conventions of standard English capitalization,
punctuation, and spelling when writing.
• Determine or clarify the meaning of unknown and multiple-meaning words and phrases,
choosing flexibly from an array of strategies.
HOW OUTCOMES WILL BE MET
The outcomes for this class will be met by:
• Reading, discussing, and interpreting technical and digital texts that include a variety of
formats, including graphics, photos, charts, videos, and spreadsheets.
• Writing sentences and short paragraphs to answer questions and analyze information.
• Studying symbols, key terms, and other domain-specific words.
• Practicing speaking and listening to improve communication and to clarify the meaning
of topic-specific information.
• Practice technology skills
CLASS MATERIALS
1. A computer with at least Windows 10 and Office 2016 and an internet connection
2. Computer flash drive for saving your work (having an extra as a backup is a good idea)
3. English-English dictionary (recommended) - Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English is a good one, or see the links to online dictionaries on Canvas site.
4. Required textbooks and Access Codes for BTS classes
CLASSROOM EXPECTATIONS
1. Attend class in Zoom and stay for the class period.
2. Turn on the Mute feature when you are not speaking.
3. Turn off your video to save bandwidth, unless asked to do otherwise.
4. Be polite and respectful of everyone in class.
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5. Complete assigned classwork and homework on time.
6. Work individually and in groups, and help each other when appropriate.
ATTENDANCE AND PARTICIPATION
Your grade in this class will be based on attendance and participation. Attendance includes
attending class online in Zoom, and participation includes participating in class and completing
assignments.
ATTENDANCE
Attendance is important. Come to class in Zoom at the scheduled class times. You will receive
5 points for each class you attend. To earn the 5 points, you will need to attend class and stay
for the designated class period. You will not earn points for not coming to class.
When you cannot come to class, are going to be late, or need to leave early, please let me
know by sending me a text message, calling me, or sending an email or Inbox message before
class.
If you are going to miss more than one class, please talk to me about this in person. If you
need to stop coming to class for any reason, talk to me about this, too. This is very important! I
(and others) can help you plan your next steps and can help make sure your grades are not
negatively affected.
ASSIGNMENTS
Complete all assignments. The assignments are designed to support your learning. They will
be an important part of your grade.
GRADING
You will receive points for your attendance and completing assignments. The number of points
you earn and the effort you put into your work will determine your grade. You will be able to
see your grades on the class CANVAS website.
Here are how grades are calculated:
Percent of Total ................................... Letter Grade
95% – 100% ........................................ A
91% – 94% .......................................... A-
87% – 90% .......................................... B+
83% – 86% .......................................... B
80% – 82% .......................................... B-
77% – 79% .......................................... C+
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73% – 76% .......................................... C
70% – 72% .......................................... C-
65% – 69% .......................................... D+
60% – 64% .......................................... D
0% – 59% ............................................ F
CASAS TESTING
We will have a CASAS Reading test at the end of the quarter. This test is required for all I-
BEST students. You will receive further information on CASAS testing later in the quarter.
STUDENT-TEACHER CONFERENCES
I will schedule a time to meet individually with each of you on Zoom twice during the quarter.
Conferences are an opportunity to check in about your progress, to discuss academic and
career plans, and talk about any other issues related to your learning. We will have
conferences on Zoom midway through the quarter and again at the end of the quarter.
In addition to conferencing, I am available to talk during my office hours or by appointment.
Please visit me in Zoom. I am waiting for you.
ADVISING
Katie Bates, I-BEST Navigator– Katie is an excellent resource for anything related to I-
BEST and in discussing and planning next steps in your education and career. Her
office is in R130. She can be reached at 425-564-2363 or by email at
Elaine Nutter, Student Pathway Specialist – Elaine is an excellent resource for
discussing and planning your transition out of I-BEST and into college classes. Her
office is in R130. She can be reached at (425) 564-2349 or by email at
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BELLEVUE COLLEGE EMAIL, MYBC, AND CANVAS
All students registered for classes at Bellevue College are entitled to a network account and
get an email account. Your student network account can be used to access your student email,
log in to computers in labs and classrooms, connect to the BC wireless network and log in to
MyBC.
You will also use your student email to login to our class website on Canvas. To create your
account, go to: Create Account .
Passwords expire every 120 days. You will need to create a new password every quarter.
CHECK YOUR BC EMAIL REGULARLY AND OFTEN! The college sends important
information through email.
BC offers computer and learning labs to enhance learning and student success. Find current
campus locations for all student labs by visiting the Technology Help Desk at
http://depts.bellevuecollege.edu/helpdesk/students/
COMPUTER LABS
Campus computer labs are closed until at least May 4.
ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER
The Academic Success Center has online tutoring and many other resources.
You can find more information here: https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/asc/
PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS
Professionalism is defined as “the skill, good judgment, and polite behavior that is expected
from a person who is trained to do a job well.” This is a professional program, so we will use
professional standards for our class. Here are some expectations for professional behavior:
• Treat each other with courtesy and respect. Rude or disruptive behavior stifles learning.
Examples of unacceptable behavior include talking out of turn, arriving late or leaving
early without a valid reason, allowing cell phones to ring, and using computers or
phones for purposes not related to the course.
• Inappropriate or disruptive classroom behavior is a violation of the Student Code of
Conduct at Bellevue College. The Student Code of Conduct is located at:
https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/studentconduct/
• HELPING OTHERS. You are strongly encouraged to help each other. Writing is a
process that is improved through the sharing of ideas.
• BE PATIENT. We all learn at different rates and in different ways. Please respect each
student’s right to ask questions or seek clarification.
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• PUNCTUALITY. As a professional, you are expected to arrive on time and meet
coursework deadlines. You will need to plan your time carefully and ensure that you
have a backup plan in place for when you encounter problems.
• COMMUNICATION. For this class, professional communication includes the following:
o Using kind and respectful language
o Checking spelling and grammar and using correct punctuation and capitalization
o Being positive and handling frustration and complaints with respect and
discretion.
• LEAVE FOOD OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM. Eating in the classroom can be disruptive
and harmful to the computers. Please make time to finish your food before entering the
classroom.
TIPS FOR SUCCESS
• READ THE SYLLABUS. The syllabus outlines the class. Take the time to read it for all
your classes so there will not be any surprises!
• ASK QUESTIONS. It is likely that if you are stuck or confused on an assignment,
someone else is also having similar trouble. Asking questions helps everyone in the
class learn better.
• PLAN AHEAD. There is a lot of homework in this program. Expect to spend at least 2
hours on homework for every hour you spend in class.
o Start your assignments early.
o Choose a study buddy: someone you can exchange e-mail addresses and phone
numbers with and whom you can contact for help or as a study partner.
• Keep up on assignments. Submit all assignments on time, even if they are not finished.
• PROOFREAD all documents you turn in. Write carefully, and read your work before you
turn it in. In college classes, points are often deducted for errors.
• HAVE FUN! This program will challenge you, but we will have a good time learning.
Enjoy this opportunity to learn, and remember that we can’t learn unless we make
mistakes.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
STUDENT CONCERNS WITH THE CLASS
If a student has a concern or problem with their class they should talk to the instructor. If the
student is not comfortable talking to the instructor they should talk with the following people:
1. I-BEST Program Chair, Eric Nacke at [email protected]
2. Interim Basic Studies and ELI Associate Dean Darrell Haynes at
AFFIRMATION OF INCLUSION
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Bellevue College is committed to maintaining an environment in which every member of the
campus community feels welcome to participate in the life of the college, free from harassment
and discrimination.
We value our different backgrounds at Bellevue College, and students, faculty, staff members,
and administrators are to treat one another with dignity and respect.
RELIGIOUS HOLIDAYS
Students who expect to miss classes, examinations, or any other assignments as a
consequence of their religious observance should be provided with a reasonable alternative
opportunity to complete such academic responsibilities. It is the obligation of students to
provide faculty with reasonable notice of the dates of religious holidays on which they will be
absent, preferably at the beginning of the term. Students who are absent on days of
examinations or class assignments should be offered an opportunity to make up the work
without penalty (if they have previously arranged to be absent), unless it can be demonstrated
that a makeup opportunity would constitute an unreasonable burden on a member of the
faculty. Should disagreement arise over what constitutes an unreasonable burden or any
element of this policy, parties involved should consult the department chair, or Dean.
COLLEGE ANTI-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT (TITLE IX)
Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity; color; creed; national
origin; sex; marital status; sexual orientation; age; religion; genetic information; the presence of
any sensory, mental, or physical disability; gender identity or veteran status in educational
programs and activities which it operates. For further information and contacts, please consult
College Anti-Discrimination Statements.
CONFIDENTIALITY AND MANDATORY REPORTING
As an instructor, one of my responsibilities is to help create a safe learning environment on our
campus. It is my goal that you feel able to share information related to your life experiences in
classroom discussions, in your written work, and in our one-on-one meetings. I will seek to
keep information you share private to the greatest extent possible. However, I am required to
share with the Title IX Coordinator any and all information regarding sexual assault and other
forms of sexual misconduct (e.g. dating violence, domestic violence, stalking) that may have
occurred on campus or that impacts someone on campus. Students may speak to someone
confidentially by contacting the BC Counseling Center at (425) 564-2212. The Title IX Office
can be contacted at 425-564-2441 and more information, including the College Anti-
Discriminations Statements, can be found at www.bellevuecollege.edu/titleix/
DISABILITY RESOURCE CENTER (DRC)
The Disability Resource Center serves students with disabilities. A disability includes any
physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
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Common disabilities include physical, neurological (e.g. Autism, ADD), and mental health (e.g.
depression, anxiety). If you are a student who has a disability or if you think you may need
accommodations in order to have equal access to programs, activities, and services, please
contact the DRC.
Students with Disability Resource Center (DRC) accommodations regarding attendance must
actively communicate with the instructor (and consult with the DRC) about each absence to
determine if the accommodation applies.
If you require assistance in an emergency, please meet with your individual instructors to
develop a safety plan for while in class and contact the DRC to develop a safety plan for while
you are elsewhere on campus.
The DRC office is located in building B Room 132. You can contact the DRC by stopping by
B132, calling our desk at 425-564-2498, emailing [email protected] and Deaf students
can reach us by Skype (account name DRCatBC). For more information about the services we
offer, including our Initial Access Application, visit our website at
https://www.bellevuecollege.edu/drc/
The online elements of this course are designed to be welcoming to, accessible to, and usable
by everyone, including students who are English-language learners, have a variety of learning
styles, have disabilities, or are new to online learning. Be sure to let me know immediately if
you encounter a required element or resource in the course that is not accessible to you. Also,
let me know of changes I can make to the course so that it is more welcoming to, accessible
to, or usable by students who take this course in the future.
PUBLIC SAFETY AND EMERGENCIES
Public Safety is located in the D building (D171) and can be reached at 425-564-2400 (easy to
remember because it’s the only office on campus open 24 hours a day—2400). Among other
things, Public Safety serves as our Parking Permits, Lost and Found, and Emergency
Notification center. Please ensure you are signed up to receive alerts through our campus
alerting system by registering at RAVE ALERT REGISTRATION
http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/alerts/?ref=footer
If you work late and are uneasy about going to your car, Public Safety will escort you to your
vehicle. To coordinate this, please phone ahead and let Public Safety know when and where
you will need an escort.
Please familiarize yourself with the emergency postings by the door of every classroom and
know where to go in the event of an evacuation. Your instructor will be asked if anyone might
still be in the building, so check in before you do anything else. Emergency responders will
search for anyone unaccounted for.
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If a major emergency occurs, please follow these three rules:
1) Take directions from those in charge of the response -We all need to be working together.
2) Do not get in your car and leave campus (unless directed to) - Doing so will clog streets and
prevent emergency vehicles from entering the scene. Instead, follow directions from those in
charge.
3) In an emergency, call 911 first, then Public Safety.
Please do not hesitate to call Public Safety if you have safety questions or concerns at any
time. You may also visit the Public Safety web page for answers to your questions.
PRIVACY
We do not wish other people (parents, spouses, and friends of students) to speak for students
about school performance because this can slow student growth and progress. We do this
because we would like students to speak for themselves and be independent. We also do it
because federal law (the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act) says that we must protect
the privacy of student education records. It is Bellevue College policy to keep school
performance between the school and the student.
You can see all of this policy at http://www.bellevuecollege.edu/artshum/student-information/.
BC STUDENT CODE
Any act of academic dishonesty, including cheating, plagiarism (using the ideas or words of
another as one’s own without crediting the source), and fabrication and
inappropriate/disruptive classroom behavior are violations of the Student Code of Conduct at
Bellevue College. Examples of unacceptable behavior include, but are not limited to, talking
out of turn, arriving late or leaving early without a valid reason, allowing cell phones/pagers to
ring, and inappropriate behavior toward the instructor or classmates. The instructor can refer
any violation of the Student Code of Conduct to the Dean of Student Success for investigation.
Specific student rights, responsibilities, and appeal procedures are listed in the Student Code
of Conduct at: Student Code
