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SYLLABUS

Whitlowe R. Green College of Education Spring 2016

CUIN 4113 P02 – Instructional Methodology and Classroom Management

Instructor: ANGELA R. DICKSON, Ph.D.

Section # and CRN: P02 20051

Office Location: Delco Room 328

Office Phone: 713-256-7589 Email Address: (primary) ardickson65@gmail.com; (secondary) ardickson@pvamu.edu

Office Hours: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Mode of Instruction: Face to Face

Course Location: Wilhelmina F. Delco Building – Room 328 Class Days & Times: Tuesday and Thursday 5:00 p.m. – 6:20 p.m.

Catalog Description: CUIN 4113. Instructional Methodology and Classroom Management. (3.0) Credit 3

semester hours. Instruction and practice using various teaching strategies and management techniques for the elementary classroom. The course requires field-based experiences.

Prerequisites: Admission to teacher education, CUIN 3003 and CUIN 3113. Co-requisites: None

Required Texts: Bloom, L. A. (2009). Classroom management. Creating positive outcomes for all students. New Jersey: Pearson. ISBN 13: 978-0-13-088838-9.

Evertson, C. M. & Emmer, E. T. (2009). Classroom management for elementary teachers.

New Jersey: Pearson. ISBN 13: 978-0-205-57862-7. (Generalist EC-6 and Special Education EC-12 Majors).

Evertson, C. M. & Emmer, E. T. (2009). Classroom management for middle and high

school teachers. New Jersey: Pearson. ISBN 13: 978-0-205-57860-3. (Content area 4-8 and Content area 8-12 Majors).

Recommended Texts:

Hadley, N. J. & Eisenwine, M. J. (2008). Interactive study guide for the TExES pedagogy and professional responsibilities tests. New York: Merrill. ISBN-13: 9780205503544. Buy from: myPearsonStore.com Net price: $26.93

**Other related texts and articles will be supplied by the instructor.**

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Program Learning

Outcome # Alignment

Core Curriculum Outcome Alignment

1 Understand the importance of establishing a positive and productive classroom climate within which all students can be successful.

2 Be able to articulate and design an appropriate physical classroom setting

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for various instructional delivery modes based on historical perspectives, theories, and current “best practices” research.

3 Be able to articulate and design an appropriate physical classroom setting for various instructional delivery modes based on current “best practices” research.

Related Websites:

1. www.sbec.state.tx.us It is necessary that you access this website to complete your lesson plan and

thematic unit assignments. You will need to correlate these assignments to the Texas Essential

Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). You will also need to access this website to complete your Group Project

Presentation to access the TExES PPR Standards (you must correlate the TExES PPR standards to

your Group Project Presentation).

2. www.tamu.edu/pvamu/library You may access this site for Test Taking Tips and Reducing Test Anxiety.

You may also reach the PVAMU Library at 936-261-1500.

3. www.bkstr.com/Home/10001-10734-1demoKey=d Please access this website for Access to PVAMU

Learning Resources. You may also reach the University Bookstore at 936-261-1990.

4. T-CERT Chats for various TExES exams are conducted online via the following website:

http://pact.tarleton.edu/TCERT/ . This website support is made possible by The Texas A&M University

System, the Texas Education Agency, and the University of Texas – San Antonio. Sessions are held on

pre-set dates. Check the website for upcoming dates. You must register on the T-CERT website prior

to the “chat” date. After registering, you must complete the presentation and video before

participating in the chat.

5. Harris County Public Library http://www.hcpl.net/ At this website you can access the Learning

Express Library Database which provides TExES PPR practice questions. The questions are divided into

three sections: EC-4, 4-8, and 8-12. Each section contains 100 practice questions. A score report is

provided at the end of each test. You must apply for and use your HCPL library card barcode in order to

login.

6. www.certifyteacher.com. Access this site for PPR practice questions.

Course Goals/Correlation to:

Conceptual Framework

Content Area and Pedagogy Standards for Texas Educators/TExES Content and Pedagogy Responsibilities Examinations

NCATE Conceptual Framework The PVAMU Conceptual Framework Model- Educator as Facilitator of Learning for Diverse Populations (E-FOLD-P)- supports the major goals of the Teacher Education Unit. E-FOLD-P guides the design and the implementation of teacher education programs located in the College of Education and constitutes a commitment by the Unit to develop and prepare candidates as:

Problem solvers, critical thinkers, and decision makers;

Reflective and continual learners who utilize effective teaching practices;

Facilitators of student growth and development, by precept and example;

Educators with understanding and appreciation of human diversity and global awareness.

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Major Course Requirements Method of Determining Final Course Grade

Instrument Value (points or percentages)

Total

Classroom Observations/Field Observations (15 Hours Total)

15 Points 15

In Class Participation, eCourses Activities, Attendance, and Dispositions

15 Points 15

Midterm Examination 10 Points 10

Professional Pedagogies and Responsibilities (PPR) Component

10 Points (Artifact) 10

Individual Presentation of Blueprint Project 10 Points (Artifact) 10

Hard Copy of Actual Blueprint Project 20 points 20

Final Examination 20 points 20

Total: 100

Grading Criteria and Conversion: A = 90-100 points B = 80-89 points C = 70-79 points D = 60-69 points F = 59 and below

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Detailed Description of Major Assignments: ASSIGNMENT POINTS OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

In Class activities, Participation, eCourses Activities, Attendance, and Dispositions Course Outcome - 1

15 Points Total 10 Points for Attendance

This includes regular class attendance and (see the section regarding attendance) participation, i.e. coming to class on time and staying in class for the duration, participating appropriately as to not distract other students from learning, and appropriate dress/attire (professional dress). Also, inclusive of activities assigned at the discretion of the professor that will be submitted by the student through the eCourses.

PPR Component (PPR Practice Session or PPR Representative Exam)

10 Points Total You must successfully complete all documentation of completed PPR related hours via ONE of the following:

A practice session (PPR Related) with Mrs. Barnes-Green. You must bring in documentation.

Documentation of successful completion of PPR Representative Test.

Individual Presentation of Blueprint Project Course Outcome - 2

10 Points Total You will be responsible for giving an oral presentation to the class regarding the components of your blueprint project. You can utilize a power point format and you must submit a hard copy of the power point presentation to the professor at the time of the presentation. (10-15 minutes time limit.)

Hard Copy of Entire Blueprint Project Course Outcome - 2

20 Points Total You will be responsible for submitting a hard copy of your Blueprint Project to the professor. This is inclusive of the following components:

Written description of your philosophical orientation (your management style);

Written description and rationale of your classroom rules, rewards, and consequences;

Written description of your classroom procedures with rationale;

Written introductory letter to parents;

Written map of your classroom and rationale regarding your classroom map with all items clearly labeled;

3-D Model of your classroom, clearly labeled. Your Blueprint Project packet is to be submitted to the professor for scoring at the time of your presentation.

Midterm and Final Projects

Midterm/ 10 Points Final/20 Points

The Midterm will consist of a presentation/explanation of all PPR competencies. Final will consist of a project with all students contributing ideas that represent effective classroom management. A guide book will be created with each student designing their own page; cover pages will be a group consensus; all work will be listed on table of content and reference page.

Classroom Observations/ Field Observations Course Outcome - 3

15 Hours Observation Required/ 15 Points

You must use the documentation packet provided to document your hours. Completion of observations and submission of forms are due on Apr 28, 2016.

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Course Procedures or Additional Instructor Policies Taskstream Taskstream is a tool that Prairie View A&M University uses for assessment purposes. At least one of your assignments is REQUIRED to be submitted as an "artifact,” an item of coursework that serves as evidence that course objectives are met. More information will be provided during the semester, but for general information, you can visit Taskstream via the link in eCourses. EACH STUDENT IS EXPECTED TO:

1. Attend ALL class meetings (this includes arriving to all class meetings ON TIME). 2. Remain in class for the entire class period, and when presentations are in progress. 3. Purchase required textbooks. 4. Bring your text book to class each day. 5. Complete all required document downloads. 6. Read and be thoroughly familiar with the course syllabus; follow directions for completing

assignments! 7. Read all supplementary handouts. 8. Utilize all supplementary websites and web sources. 9. Read the assigned text chapters prior to each class meeting. 10. Be prepared to discuss and answer questions from the chapters. 11. Be prepared to make meaningful contributions to class discussions. 12. Complete and document the required 15 hours of DOCUMENTED classroom observations, in your

content area, in a public school setting, or in an approved private school facility with children from diverse populations.

13. Follow the instructions/requirements/guidelines and/or format provided by the instructor for completing all assignments, including group projects, classroom observations, individual projects, and eCourse/Outside Activity assignments.

14. Utilize the required title page format for ALL submitted assignments. 15. Type all assignments that are to be turned in to the instructor. 16. Turn in all assignments (major and minor) on the assigned date. (LATE ASSIGNMENTS WILL NOT

BE ACCEPTED---NO EXCEPTIONS.) 17. Take notes on class lectures and classroom discussions. 18. Take all quizzes, mid-semester, and final examinations for evaluative purposes. 19. KEEP A COPY OF ALL ASSIGNMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE INSTRUCTOR, INCLUDING RETURNED

ASSIGNMENTS, AS WELL AS ANY OTHER COURSE RELATED DOCUMENTS! 20. Listen while others are talking; refrain from “side conversations”. 21. Turn OFF all electronic devices – use only before or after class! 22. Conference with the instructor, as needed, throughout the semester. 23. MAINTAIN A PROFESSIONAL ATTITUTE AND PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE AT ALL TIMES!

Specific Attendance Policies for This Course Include The Following:

Students are required to attend all class meetings.

In order for an absence to be taken into consideration for being a valid “excused” absence, you must bring

appropriate documentation to the instructor when you return from your absence. Appropriate

documentation includes official doctor’s excuses (for reasons of illness), court documents, etc.

o No absences or tardies = 10 points o 2 absence = 7 points o 3 absences = 5 points o 4 absences = No points awarded o **Four (4) Absences may constitute an automatic “F” for this course!**

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Semester Calendar Week DATE TOPICS AND EVENTS ASSIGNMENT (S)

1 19 & 21 Jan

TUESDAYS PROFESSIONAL DRESS

Introductions Overview of Syllabus and all related activities

***Complete Syllabus Contract

2 26 & 28 Jan

Chapters 1, 2 and 3 Lessons (Bloom)with TExES Correlation

3 2 & 4 Feb

Chapters 1, 2 and 3 Lesson (Evertson and Emmer) with TExES Correlation

Field Experience progress

check

4 9 & 11 Feb Chapter 3, 4 and 5 Lesson (Evertson and Emmer) with TExES Correlation

eCourses – define your style of teaching and design a draft of your classroom seating arrangement

5 16 & 18 Feb Class Activity – Bulletin board design activity; parent letter; first day of school

Prepare for the Midterm Exam

6 23 & 25 Feb “Positive Behavior Support” and “Discipline and Disruption” (Bloom, chap.12)

7 1 & 3 Mar Career Analysis activity eCourses –career analysis

8 Midterm Week 8 & 10 Mar

Midterm PPR Competency Presentation

15 & 17 Mar Spring Break

9 22 Mar 24 Mar Holiday

Chapters 8, 9 and 10 Lesson with TExES Correlation. (Bloom/Evertson and Emmer)

10 29 & 31 Mar Class Activity – write a draft of your rules, consequences, and rewards, and your rationale

eCourses – complete career analysis

11 5 & 7 Apr Class Activity – MOCK – open house; school transitions; parent meetings; student conferences

eCourses – submit rules/rewards and consequences activity

12 12 & 14 Apr Blueprint Project Discussion Class Activity – create routines for classroom; routines for school setting

DUE: Apr 28 – FIELD OBSERVATIONS eCourses – submit routines for classroom and school setting

13 19 & 21 Apr Class Activity – create a substitute folder

DUE: Apr 28 – PPR Component (Certify Teacher, PPR Practice Session, or PPR Representative Exam)

14 26 & 28 Apr Blueprint Project Presentations

SUBMIT YOUR FIELD OBSERVATION FORMS

DURING CLASS

REMINDER: Blueprint Project Hard Copy is due at the time of your presentation!!!

15 3 & 5 May Finals Week

Final Exam / Project Project consists of collaborative effort from all students.

16 10 & 12 May Final Date for All Assignments

Commencement

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Test Domains and Competencies DOMAIN # I II III IV COMPETENCY # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

Text Chapter Correlation

Chapter 1 -Organizing Your Classroom and Materials CO1

X

Chapter 2 - Choosing Rules and Procedures CO1

X X

Chapter 3 - Managing Student Work CO1

X X X

Chapter 4 - Getting Off to a Good Start CO1

X X X

Chapter 5 - Planning and Conducting Instruction CO2

X X X X

Chapter 6 - Managing Cooperative Learning Groups CO2

X X

Chapter 7 - Maintaining Appropriate Student Behavior CO2

X X

Chapter 8 - Communication Skills for Teaching CO3

X X

Chapter 9 - Managing Problem Behaviors CO3

X

Chapter 10 - Managing Special Groups CO3

X X X

Evertson & Emmer (2009) Classroom Management for Elementary Teachers, 8/e. Emmer & Evertson (2009) Classroom Management for Middle and High School Teachers, 8/e. *See complete description of the PPR EC-12 Test Domains and Competencies.

CO1 – Course Outcome 1 CO2 – Course Outcome 2 CO3 – Course Outcome 3

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TExES Pedagogy and Professional Responsibilities EC- 12 Test Framework

DOMAIN I: Designing Instruction and Assessment to Promote Student Learning Competency 1 - The teacher understands human development processes and applies this knowledge to

plan instruction and ongoing assessment that motivates students and are responsive to their developmental characteristics and needs.

Competency 2 - The teacher understands student diversity, knows how to plan learning experiences and

designs assessments that are responsive to differences among students and that promote all students' learning.

Competency 3 - The teacher understands procedures for designing effective and coherent instruction and

assessment based on appropriate learning goals and objectives.

Competency 4 - The teacher understands learning processes, factors that influence student learning, and demonstrates this knowledge by planning effective, engaging instruction and appropriate assessments.

DOMAIN II: Creating a Positive, Productive Classroom Environment

Competency 5 - The teacher knows how to establish a classroom climate that fosters learning, equity and excellence and uses this knowledge to create a physical and emotional environment that is safe and productive.

Competency 6 - The teacher understands strategies for creating an organized and productive learning

environment and for managing student behavior. DOMAIN III: Implementing Effective Responsive Instruction and Assessment

Competency 7 - The teacher understands and applies principles and strategies for communicating effectively in varied teaching and learning contexts.

Competency 8 - The teacher provides appropriate instruction that actively engages students in the learning process.

Competency 9 - The teacher incorporates the effective use of technology to plan, organize, deliver and evaluate instruction for all students.

Competency 10 - The teacher monitors student performance and achievement; provides students with timely, high-quality feedback; and responds flexibly to promote learning for all students.

DOMAIN IV: Fulfilling Professional Roles and Responsibilities

Competency 11 - The teacher understands the importance of family involvement in children's education and knows how to interact and communicate effectively with families.

Competency 12 - The teacher enhances professional knowledge and skills by effectively interacting with other members of the educational community and participating in various types of professional activities.

Competency 13 - The teacher understands and adheres to legal and ethical requirements for educators and is knowledgeable of the structure of education in Texas.

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Student Support and Success John B. Coleman Library The library and its partners have as their mission to provide resources and instructional material in support of the evolving curriculum, as a partner in Prairie View A&M University's mission of teaching, research, and service and to support the University's core values of access and quality, diversity, leadership, relevance, and social responsibility through emphasis on ten key areas of service. It maintains library collections and access both on campus, online, and through local agreements to further the educational goals of students and faculty. https://www.pvamu.edu/library/ Phone: 936-261-1500 The Learning Curve (Center for Academic Support) The Learning Curve offers Tutoring via peer tutoring. The services include workshops (i.e., Save My Semester, Recalculate Your Route), seminars (i.e., Tools You Can Use: TI-84), group review sessions (i.e., College Algebra Topic Reviews, GRE Preparation), group study opportunities (i.e., TSIA, HESI, Study Break, Exam Cram), and test-taking strategies (How to take Notes, Study Buddy, 5 Day Study Guide). The Learning Curve is a nationally certified tutoring program through the National Tutoring Association. The peer tutors are trained and certified by the coordinator each semester. Location: J.B. Coleman Library Rm. 207F. Phone: 936-261-1561 The Center for the Oversight and Management of Personalized Academic Student Success (COMPASS) The Center for the Oversight and Management of Personalized Academic Student Success (COMPASS) is designed to help Prairie View students in their second year and beyond navigate towards graduation by providing the following services: Academic Advisement, Targeted Tutorials for Personalized Learning, Campus-Wide Referrals, and Academic & Social Workshops. Location: J.B. Coleman Library Rm. 306. Phone: 936-261-1040 Writing Center The Writing Center provides student consultants on all aspects of the writing process and a variety of writing assignments. Writing Center consultations assist students in such areas as prewriting, brainstorming, audience awareness, organization, research, and citation. Students taking on-line courses or courses at the Northwest Houston Center or College of Nursing may consult remotely or by email. Location: Hilliard Hall Rm. 121. Phone: 936-261-3724. Student Counseling Services The Student Counseling Services unit offers a range of services and programs to assist students in maximizing their potential for success: short-term individual, couples, and group counseling, as well as crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and referral services. The staff is licensed by the State of Texas and provides assistance to students who are dealing with academic skills concerns, situational crises, adjustment problems, and emotional difficulties. Information shared with the staff is treated confidentially and in accordance with Texas State Law. Location: Owens-Franklin Health Center Rm. 226. Phone: 936-261-3564 Testing The Department of Testing administers College Board CLEP examinations, the HESI A2 for pre-nursing majors, LSAT for law school applicants and MPRE for second-year law students, the Experiential Learning Portfolio option, the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) Assessment, which determines college readiness in the state, and exam proctoring, among other service such as SAT and ACT for high school students. Location: Delco Rm. 141. Phone: 936-261-4286 Office of Diagnostic Testing and Disability Services As a federally-mandated educational support unit, the Office of Disability Services serves as the repository for confidential disability files for faculty, staff, and students. For persons with a disability, the Office develops individualized ADA letters of request for accommodations. Other services include: learning style inventories, awareness workshops, accessibility pathways, webinars, computer laboratory with adapted hard and software, adapted furniture, proctoring of non-standardized test administrations, ASL interpreters, ALDs, digital recorders, livescribe, Kurtzweil, and a comprehensive referral network across campus and the broader community. Location: Evans Hall Rm. 317. Phone: 936-261-3585

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Veteran Affairs Veterans Services works with student veterans, current military and military dependents to support their transition to the college environment and continued persistence to graduation. The Office coordinates and certifies benefits for both the G.I. Bill and the Texas Hazlewood Act. Location: Evans Hall Rm. 323. Phone: 936-261-3563 Office for Student Engagement The Office for Student Engagement delivers comprehensive programs and services designed to meet the co-curricular needs of students. The Office implements inclusive and accessible programs and services that enhance student development through exposure to and participation in diverse and relevant social, cultural, intellectual, recreational, community service, leadership development and campus governance. Location: Memorial Student Center Rm. 221. Phone: 936-261-1340 Career Services Career Services supports students through professional development, career readiness, and placement and employment assistance. The Office provides one-on-one career coaching, interview preparation, resume and letter writing, and career exploration workshops and seminars. Services are provided for students at the Northwest Houston Center and College of Nursing in the Medical Center twice a month or on a requested basis. Distance Learning students are encouraged to visit the Career Services website for information regarding services provided. Location: Evans Hall Rm. 217. Phone: 936-261-3570

University Rules and Procedures

Disability Statement (Also See Student Handbook): The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact Disability Services, in Evans Hall, Room 317, or call 936-261-3585/3. Academic Misconduct (See Student Handbook): You are expected to practice academic honesty in every aspect of this course and all other courses. Make sure you are familiar with your Student Handbook, especially the section on academic misconduct. Students who engage in academic misconduct are subject to university disciplinary procedures. Forms of Academic Dishonesty:

1. Cheating: deception in which a student misrepresents that he/she has mastered information on an academic exercise that he/she has not mastered; giving or receiving aid unauthorized by the instructor on assignments or examinations.

2. Academic misconduct: tampering with grades or taking part in obtaining or distributing any part of a scheduled test.

3. Fabrication: use of invented information or falsified research.

4. Plagiarism: unacknowledged quotation and/or paraphrase of someone else’s words, ideas, or data as one’s own in work submitted for credit. Failure to identify information or essays from the Internet and submitting them as one’s own work also constitutes plagiarism.

Nonacademic Misconduct (See Student Handbook) The university respects the rights of instructors to teach and students to learn. Maintenance of these rights requires campus conditions that do not impede their exercise. Campus behavior that interferes with either (1) the instructor’s ability to conduct the class, (2) the inability of other students to profit from the instructional program, or (3) campus behavior that interferes with the rights of others will not be tolerated. An individual engaging in such disruptive behavior may be subject to disciplinary action. Such incidents will be adjudicated by the Dean of Students under nonacademic procedures.

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Sexual Misconduct (See Student Handbook): Sexual harassment of students and employers at Prairie View A&M University is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. Any member of the university community violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary action. Title IX Statement Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) is committed to supporting students and complying with the Texas A&M University System non-discrimination policy. It seeks to establish an environment that is free of bias, discrimination, and harassment. If you experience an incident of sex- or gender-based discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual assault or attempted sexual assault, we encourage you to report it. While you may talk to a faculty member about an incident of misconduct, the faculty member must report the basic facts of your experience to Ms. Alexia Taylor, PVAMU’s Title IX Coordinator. If you would like to speak with someone who may be able to afford you privacy or confidentiality, there are individuals who can meet with you. The Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and can assist you with understanding your options and connect you with on- and off-campus resources. The Title IX Coordinator can be reached by phone at 936-261-2123 or in Suite 013 in the A.I. Thomas Administration Building. Class Attendance Policy (See Catalog for Full Attendance Policy) Prairie View A&M University requires regular class attendance. Attending all classes supports full academic development of each learner whether classes are taught with the instructor physically present or via distance learning technologies such as interactive video and/or internet.

Excessive absenteeism, whether excused or unexcused, may result in a student’s course grade being reduced or in assignment of a grade of “F”. Absences are accumulated beginning with the first day of class during regular semesters and summer terms. Each faculty member will include the University’s attendance policy in each course syllabus.

Student Academic Appeals Process Authority and responsibility for assigning grades to students rests with the faculty. However, in those instances where students believe that miscommunication, errors, or unfairness of any kind may have adversely affected the instructor's assessment of their academic performance, the student has a right to appeal by the procedure listed in the Undergraduate Catalog and by doing so within thirty days of receiving the grade or experiencing any other problematic academic event that prompted the complaint.

TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS Minimum Recommended Hardware and Software:

Intel PC or Laptop with Windows 7; Mac with OS X; Smartphone or iPad/Tablet with Wi-Fi

High speed Internet access

8 GB Memory

Hard drive with 320 GB storage space

15” monitor, 800x600, color or 16 bit

Sound card w/speakers

Microphone and recording software

Keyboard & mouse

Most current version of Google Chrome, Safari, Internet Explorer or Firefox Note: Be sure to enable Java & pop-ups in the Web browser preferences Participants should have a basic proficiency of the following computer skills:

Sending and receiving email

A working knowledge of the Internet

Proficiency in Microsoft Word (or a program convertible to Word)

Proficiency in the Acrobat PDF Reader

Basic knowledge of Windows or Mac O.S. Netiquette (online etiquette):

Students are expected to participate in all discussions and virtual classroom chats as directed. Students are to be respectful and courteous to others on discussions boards. Foul or abusive language will not be tolerated.

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Technical Support:

Students should go to https://mypassword.pvamu.edu/ if they have password issues. The page will provide instructions for resetting passwords and contact information if login issues persist. For other technical questions regarding eCourses, call the Office of Distance Learning at 936-261-3283

Communication Expectations and Standards:

Emails or discussion postings will receive a response from the instructor, usually in less than 48 hours. Urgent emails should be marked as such. Check regularly for responses.

Discussion Requirement:

Online courses often require minimal to no face-to-face meetings. However, conversations about the readings, lectures, materials, and other aspects of the course can take place in a seminar fashion. This will be accomplished by the use of the discussion board. The exact use of discussion will be determined by the instructor. It is strongly suggested that students type their discussion postings in a word processing application and save it to their PC or a removable drive before posting to the discussion board. This is important for two reasons: 1) If for some reason your discussion responses are lost in your online course, you will have another copy; 2) Grammatical errors can be greatly minimized by the use of the spell-and-grammar check functions in word processing applications. Once the post(s) have been typed and corrected in the word processing application, it/they should be copied and pasted to the discussion board.

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Syllabus Contract

My signature below indicates that I have read, understand and agree to the conditions set forth in the Syllabus for CUIN 4113—Instructional Methodology and Classroom Management

I understand that:

The instructor will follow all policies listed in this Syllabus exactly as printed, including how my grade will be

calculated.

End-of-course grade reports are final; however, it is my responsibility to inform the instructor via

documentation of any errors in grade calculations prior to the final class meeting.

The instructor reserves the right to make changes to the syllabus at any time during the semester, and that

I will be notified promptly via my PVAMU University email of any significant changes.

Extra credit will not be given to improve my grade.

I am responsible for keeping track of my grades and asking the instructor, via email, if I am unsure of my

current grade standing.

I am responsible for all course work, even if I do not attend class.

In accordance with the Syllabus, late assignments are not accepted.

It is my responsibility to request an appointment with the instructor after consulting with my class Support

Team if I am having difficulty with this course.

I will listen to my peer’s opinions and respect them, even if they differ from my own.

Time spent in class is valuable. Therefore, if the instructor thinks that I am disruptive in class, or that I have

come to class unprepared, as directed by the instructor, I may be asked to leave and will comply.

I understand Prairie View A&M University’s Academic Integrity Policy, and I will be in compliance to the

rules and procedures therein.

I am responsible for my own academic integrity and the integrity of my work.

If I have any questions about academic integrity, including proper crediting of sources or working

cooperatively on an assignment, it is my responsibility to first check with my Support Team, then, if

necessary, inform the instructor in an appropriate amount of time if my questions are not answered.

Furthermore, if I do not, I am fully responsible for my actions and any consequences.

I understand that a consequence for non-compliance to class policies and procedures may result in a

reduction of, or a failing grade for this course.

___________________________________________________ ____________________________ Printed Name of Teacher Candidate Last 4 digits of SID PVAMU E-mail Address: __________________________________________________________________ Personal Email Address: __________________________________________________________________ Phone: (Best contact number): _________________________2nd Contact # _________________________ _________________________________________________________ ____________________

Signature of Teacher Candidate Date