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First Year Seminar (FYS 110 – Life Maps) 03 – Monday 11am – 12:18pm 01 – Tuesday 9 – 10:18 am 04 – Tuesday 11am – 12:18pm 07 – Tuesday 1 – 2:18 pm “Life is a journey. You’ll need a map.” Instructor: Virginia Imperial Email: [email protected] H – 789-8503 Location: BW 104 Text: “Step by Step to College and Career Success “ 3rd ed. by Gardner & Barefoot ISBN-13: 978-0-312-68307-8, Bedford/St. Martin’s Supplies: 3-ring binder (½ inch) for portfolio, loose-leaf paper, two-pocket folder for handouts, pens, pencils, student planner Course Description This first-year experience course equips students for transitions in education and life. You will be actively involved in learning and integrating practical applications to promote success. You will develop a learning portfolio and an educational plan while enhancing critical thinking and study strategies. Course Organization: LifeMaps explores four major journeys in life.  Inner Journey – We will be learning more about ourselves, our strengths, and our learning styles. This journey boosts our confidence and helps us become more comfortable in the college setting.  Learning Journey - This journey is meant to help us steer through our college courses. It includes active learning, helpful study strategies, effective test-taking, and time management.  College Journey – This journey deals with navigating college, using available resources, and understanding the process and what JCC has to offer.  Career Path – You will spend time considering career options and develop an educational plan that leads toward your career goals.Goals of the Course 1. Assess your learning styles, assess your career aptitudes and build a Student Education Plan for academic success. (ADO 7: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.) 2. Improve study strategies to enhance your understanding and to succeed in courses. (ADO 7: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.) 3. Develop leadership skills by participating in student life and service learning opportunities. (ADO 9: Working productively with others.) 4. Access and effectively use college resources. (ADO 9: Critical Thinking and Problem Solving.) What are Associate Degree Outcomes (ADOs)? The Jackson Community College Board of Trustees has determined that all JCC graduates should develop or enhance certain essential skills while enrolled in the college. The Associate Degree Outcomes (ADOs) addressed in this class are:  The ability to think critically and solve problems. (ADO #7); and  The ability to work productively with others. (ADO #9). Your instructor’s area of responsibility for your learning Accessibility – E-mail or call me, or set an appointment. I will be glad to discuss your college experience and assist you with this class. Don’t hesitate to ask any questions. I am usually in the classroom fifteen minutes before class. If you have any questions about grades, please see me then. Remember, I want you to succeed! Variety – The class will offer a variety of activities including reflective writing, public speaking, class discussion, group activities and a final capstone project. Your areas of responsibility for learning Punctuality – Turn in your work by the due date. Be punctual in coming to class. Constant tardiness will affect your participation grade. Attendance and Participation – You will get the most from this course by reading each assigned chapter thoroughly, attending every session, participating in the learning activities, being respectful and cooperative, and completing the assignments. Homework is due at the beginning of class; late work receives half credit. Any absence results inlosing your participation grade for that day. Let me know if you can’t make it to class. Consult your course calendar to stay on schedule with the class requirements. Classroom Etiquette - Please turn off all cell phones, i-pods, laptops, etc. before class. If you must be available for family emergencies, let me know ahead of time. - Absolutely NO text-messaging during class. - No sports caps or hoods are to be worn in class. - If you need to leave, please do not disrupt the class. - No food in the classroom, although a small snack or bottled water is acceptable. - No vulgar or coarse language will be tolerated. Academic Honesty - Academic honesty is expected. This means producing your own work, not using others’ work as your own, not plagiarizing any other person’s work, cheating or helping others to cheat. Please refer to the JCC Student Handbook of Rights and Responsibilities. Any work violating academic honesty will be marked “0”. How You Earn Your Grade Participation in Class Activities/Attendance – This is an active course. Your participation is essential in helping us all learn together. (20% of your grade) Reflection Papers/Written Assignments – Topics will be assigned in the course calendar. Keep these entries together as a way to discover more about how to learn and how you learn. (50% of your grade)CCCaaapppssstttooonnneee PPPrrrooojjjeeecccttt – You will assemble a portfolio that contains information about your career goals, education plan, learning style, and effective study and time management strategies. (30% of your grade) . Grade Scale 92-100 = 4.0 86-91 = 3.5 80-85 = 3.0 75-79 = 2.5 70-74 = 2.0 65-69 = 1.5 60-64 = 1.0 55-59 = 0.5 Less than 55 = 0.0 Student Success Services For tutoring and additional free services for academic success, call (517) 796-8415 or stop by the Center for Student Success, Walker Hall Room 123. Faculty and tutors will help you with writing, study skills, test anxiety, math and reading. Students requiring special assistance, including those affected by the Americans with Disabilities Act, should call the Center for Student Success at (517) 796-8415 or go to Walker Hall Room 123. This is the first step in acquiring the appropriate accommodations to help you with your


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