GradingAcademic IntegrityClassroom EtiquetteReligious Holidays and Official Extracurricular ActivitiesPolitical Science 101: Introduction to American Politics Section 14 - Fall 2009 Instructor: Dr. Cathy Hanks Email: [email protected]: Wright Hall A218 Phone: 895-3757 Office Hours: Tuesdays and Thursdays 10:00 am to 11:15 am, Fridays 7:45 am to 8:15 am Graduate Assistant: Maryam Stevenson Email: Maryam [email protected] Office: Wright Hall A219 Phone: 895-5244 Office Hours: Monday & Thursday 3:00PM-4:30PM Graduate Assistant: Winta Gebremariam Email: [email protected] Office: Wright Hall A213 Phone: 895-5241 Office Hours: Monday 1:30PM-3:00PM & Thursday 2:00PM-3:30PM This course, which satisfies the UNLV United States and Nevada Constitution requirements, provides an overview of the political institutions, processes, and cultures in the United States and in Nevada. It also includes an examination of current political, economic, and social issues and policies. Course Objectives 1. Understand the fundamental principles upon which the U. S. government is based. 2. Know the structure, responsibilities, and contemporary issues of the Executive, Legislative, and Judiciary branches at both the federal and Nevada state level. 3. Be familiar with the civil liberties and civil rights guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the United States. 4. Examine the impact on the political system of American political culture and ideology, the political parties, interest groups, public opinion, and the media. 5. Demonstrate research skills and the ability to correctly format a research paper, including correct citations. Textbooks and Lecture Graphics 1. Magleby et al. Government by the People, 2009 Brief edition 2. Bowers, The Sagebrush State: Nevada’s History, Government, and Politics (3rd edition) In addition to being available at the campus bookstore, there is online access to the full text through the Lied Library. a. Search for the book in the library catalog b. Choose the online version c. Click on “an electronic book is accessible through the World Wide Web” 3. (Optional) MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. 7th Edition, 2009 Available in Reference area and on reserve at Lied Library, or for purchase at Amazon.com.4. Academic Course Pack (graphics) Requirements 1. Readings: Assigned readings should be completed before the lecture on that topic. 2. Research Assignments: There will be three assignments. Details are provided in a separate handout. 3. Quizzes: There will be four quizzes, one at the conclusion of each major portion of the course. They are not cumulative. Missed quizzes may be taken at the next quiz date. There will be no make-up 12quiz for the fourth quiz and students may not take the fourth quiz early or late. You may not use a dictionary (hardcopy or electronic) during a quiz. You must bring a white/blue book to each quiz. 4. Communications: Official university communications, including those from the instructor, will be sent to students’ RebelMail account. Students are responsible for all information provided in this manner. The instructor will post grades on the class WebCampus site. Grading Quizzes (4 @ 15% each) 60% “Works Cited” Assignment 5% “Annotated Bibliography” Assignment 10% Research Paper 25% 90% - 100% = A 60% - 69% = D below 60% = F 80% - 89% = B 70% - 79% = C Academic Integrity Any attempt to cheat on an examination or to present someone else’s work (including material copied from the Internet) as your own for a written assignment (plagiarism) will be subject to the most severe penalty the University allows. This includes being given an “F” for the course and referral to the campus disciplinary system. Classroom Etiquette - Students must arrive on time and be prepared to begin class on time. If late arrivals become a problem, the doors will be locked once class has started. - Cell phones, lap top computers, and other electronic devises must be turned off and stored out of sight. - No recording devices will be permitted. - No food or beverage (except water) is allowed in the classroom. - Classroom behavior should always be courteous, respectful of others, and consistent with the expectations set forth by the university. Religious Holidays and Official Extracurricular Activities If the date of any of the examinations conflicts with a religious holiday that you observe or an official extracurricular activity, the instructor must be notified no less than 1 week prior to the examination so that alternative arrangements can be made. For extracurricular activities, official documentation will be required. If you are going to miss a class when an assignment is due, you are expected to turn in your assignment at a previous class so that no late penalty is applied. Writing Center One-on-one or small group assistance with writing is available free of charge to students at the Writing Center, located in CDC-301. Although some drop-in times are sometimes available, students with appointments will receive priority assistance. Appointments may be made in person or by calling (702) 895-3908. When you go to your appointment, please bring a copy of your assignment and two copies of any writing that you may have completed on it. Another source of information on UNLV organizations whose purpose is to support students' academic activities, a short description of their function, and contact information can be found at http://tlc.unlv.edu/student_success.htm3 Tutoring The Academic Success Center (ASC) provides tutoring and academic assistance for all UNLV students taking UNLV courses. Students are encouraged to stop by the ASC to learn more about subjects offered, tutoring times and other academic resources. The ASC is located across from the Student Services Complex, #22 on the current UNLV map. Students may learn more about tutoring services by calling (702) 895- 3177 or visiting the tutoring web site at: http://academicsuccess.unlv.edu/tutoring/ Disabilities UNLV complies with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and offers reasonable accommodations to qualified students with documented disabilities. If you have a documented disability that may require accommodations, you will need to contact the DRC for the coordination of services. The DRC is located in
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