Coll100 foundations of online learning

School: School of Arts and Humanities Course Number: COLL100 Course Name: Foundations of Online Learning Credit Hours: 3 Length of Course: 8 weeks Prerequisite: None

Table of Contents

Instructor Information

Evaluation Procedures

Course Description

Grading Scale

Course Scope

Course Outline

Course Objectives

Policies

Course Delivery Method

Academic Services

Course Resources

Selected Bibliography

Instructor Information

Course Syllabus

( Biography )

Instructor: Les Colegrove

Email: Les.Colegrove@mycampus.APUS.edu (APUS)

My Availability - I am generally available to you all most any time. I am in the class Forums seven days a week, multiple times. If for whatever reason I expect to miss a day, I will let you know. Should you need to contact me via phone, you should not hesitate to do so at the cell numbers shown below. I reside in the Eastern Time zone; please let common sense prevail.

Office Hours – Scheduled for Wednesdays 9:30 am – 10:30 am.

Please contact your instructor before reaching out to the directors.

Faculty Director: Linda Algozzini (mailto:LAlgozzini@apus.edu?subject=COLL100&body=Please%20include%20your%20name%2C%20student%20ID%2C%20and%20the%20name%20of%20your%20instructor%20in%20any%20message%20to%20the%20Faculty%20Director.%20)

Director of Core Learning: Kimberly Jacobs (mailto:KJacobs@apus.edu?subject=COLL100&body=Please%20include%20your%20name%2C%20your%20student%20ID%20and%20the%20name%20of%20your%20instructor%20in%20your%20message%20to%20the%20Program%20Director.%20)

Course Description

College 100 is designed to provide a solid foundation for undergraduate study in the online environment. Students will be introduced to learning theory, the tools available in the online classroom and campus, and online research. Identification of personal learning style allows students to improve their study/learning techniques and prepares them to succeed in college level courses. Students will be introduced to formatting and citation styles. APUS policy and procedure is addressed. Written communication is emphasized to assist learners in the transition to the online environment and to support their success in their academic and personal careers.

Course Scope

This course is designed for students who are new to APUS, may be new to online learning, and who may or may not be new to post-secondary education at an accredited institution of higher learning. During the eight weeks students will investigate and develop habits of successful online learners; experience the APUS culture; identify and use resources provided by the university to support student success; develop scholarly writing and research skills; and formulate critical thinking strategies.

Course Objectives

After successfully completing this course, you will be able to:

1. State the habits of a successful online student; (Knowledge)

2. Name major formatting and citation styles used in various programs; (Knowledge)

3. Produce assignments in accordance with APA documentation standards; (Apply)

4. Describe personal learning and motivational styles or attributes and career orientation traits that contribute to academic and career success; (Comprehension)

5. Use ethical research strategies to locate, select, and interpret digital information; (Apply)

Course Delivery Method

This course delivered via distance learning will enable students to complete academic work in a flexible manner, completely online. Course materials and access to an online learning management system will be made available to each student. Online assignments are due by Sunday evening of the week as noted and include Forum questions (accomplished in groups through a threaded forum), examination, and individual assignments submitted for review by the Instructor. Assigned faculty will support the students throughout this eight-week course.

Class Organization

You will find that each week in COLL100 is organized in the same way. Be sure to go through each part of the Lesson, in order, to maximize your experience and to increase the likelihood that you do not miss valuable information. These areas are:

Home Page

· Site information – This area contains valuable information about getting started in the course;

· Announcements – Your instructor will be placing weekly “timely tips” and reminders in this area. Be sure to be on the look-out for new announcements; and

· Calendar – A place to keep track of what is due, when.

Lesson’s Organization and Order

· Lesson Overview – Informs you of what you will learn during the week;

· Reading & Resources – Required reading is specified and linked directly from this page;

· Lesson – Contains the important content information about the week’s topic;

· Forums – Participate in online discussions each week. Details include topics to be discussed, which relate to the required reading Lesson content in the classroom, participation requirements, and evaluation procedures;

· Assignments, Tests & Quizzes – Specifies the activities and assignments due, what each is worth, how they will be evaluated, and how to submit the assignment correctly; and

· Lesson Review – Summary of what was learned and a checklist of what was due and needs to be completed before beginning the next week’s work.

Course Resources

Required Course Readings

· All College 100 Assigned Readings are available in the classroom. Students will be able to access each assigned reading directly through the links provided in the Lessons under the Reading and Resources area for each week of the course. There is no additional textbook for the class.

· Additionally, students may access the College 100 Assigned Readings in or outside the classroom using the College 100 Campus Guide provided in the APUS Library http://apus.campusguides.com/COLL100

· Once at the Campus Guide click on the Assigned Readings tab for a list of each week’s readings;

· Bookmarking this guide will provide direct access to the Assigned Readings as well as supplemental learning materials to support your work in the class.

Additional Resources

· Any additional resources or readings are directly linked from the course itself.

Web Sites

· Any additional websites useful to the learner are directly linked from the course itself.

Evaluation Procedures

Readings Various topics will be covered throughout this eight (8) week course. As a student, you are expected to read each of the assigned articles provided in Reading & Resources. Other material will be assigned for reading found in the Lessons section of the course and as determined appropriate by the instructor.

Forum Participation - Discussions There will be at least one (1) discussion question each week. Students are required to respond to the initial posting from the Instructor as well as respond to postings of fellow learners. For the Week 1 Forum (first week), initial responses must be a minimum of 250 words in length to receive full credit and prevent drop from the first week of class. For Weeks 2-8, initial responses to Forum posts should aim to be a minimum of 200 words in length to receive full credit for the initial post. However, guidelines change weekly and ultimately you are expected to be fully engaged in the Forums by responding to the initial prompt; managing your specific thread by answer the instructor's questions and conversing with your classmates; and asking questions of your classmates in their threads.

Quizzes There are two (2) quizzes in the class.

Final Research Project

The final assignment for this class will be a research presentation using an online technology of the student's choosing. Students will work incrementally toward their final project throughout the course.

Grade Distribution

Activity

Percentage of Course Grade

Forums

30%

Quizzes

15%

Assignments

25%

Final Research Project

30%

**Final Research Project: The final project for this class is a research presentation. Students will be guided through its creation and revision all the way through the course. In COLL100 the APA (6th edition) style of formatting and writing is used. You can find much information about this style and how it is used from the Lessons section in our course, from our Library, and the following sites:

Purdue OWL – the Purdue Online Writing Lab)

http://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/

APA Website

http://www.apastyle.org/

Course Overview

Please see the Student Handbook to reference the University’s grading scale.

Week

Topic

Learning Objectives

Readings

Assignment(s)

1

Getting Started

Purpose

An introduction to APUS, the Learning Management System, and to each other; a reflection as to why you are here.

These objectives are written out on page 2 of this document.

· CO-1

· CO-4

Assigned Readings:

· 13 Rules Every College Student Needs to Know

· 6 Tips for Veterans to Succeed in College

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 1.

Forum:

Week 1 Forum: Who am I?

Week 1 Forum: Honor Code

Quiz 1: Getting to Know Policies

2

Preparing for Success

Purpose

To consider how to manage time, discover study and test taking skills, and control one’s own learning environment.

· CO-1

· CO-4

Assigned Readings:

· 4 Time Management Tips for Online Learners

· How to Avoid Feeling Isolated in Your Online Class

· Time Management for Online Learners

· Time Management Series: Time Management

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 2.

Forum:

Week 2 Forum

Assignment:

Week 2: Topic for Final Paper

3

What is my Style?

Purpose

To better understand one’s own learning style; and to focus on metacognition.

· CO-1

· CO-3

· CO-4

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

· Redefining Smart: Multiple Intelligences

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 3.

Forum:

Week 3 Forum

Assignment:

Week 3: What's My Style Presentation

4

Research and Honesty

Purpose

To practice research skills, better understand information literacy, and affirm an understanding of academic honesty.

· CO-2

· CO-3

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

· The Writing Process

· The Process and Types of Writing

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 4.

Forum:

Week 4 Forum

5

Writing According to the Code

Purpose

To become familiar with the writing style requirements of APA, compare these to other writing styles; discuss the need for any having any formal writing style.

· CO-2

· CO-3

· CO-4

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

· 7 Ways to Become a Better Reader and Writer

· How to Be a Better College Reader

· Reading and Research Series: SQ3R Reading Method

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 5.

Forum:

Week 5 Forum

Quiz 2: Avoiding Plagiarism

6

Energy Management

Purpose

Consider personal strategies for completing work; create a plan for being able to manage personal time based on the needs of an adult learner.

· CO-3

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

· How Students Develop Online Learning Skills

· Options in Resource Management: Project Planning/Organizing Class Projects

· Time Management Series: The What, Why and How of To-Do Lists

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 6.

Forum:

Week 6 Forum

Assignment:

Week 6: Annotated Bibliography

7

Synergy and Draft Review: Let’s Collaborate

Purpose

To better understand how to be effective and valued member of a team.

· CO-1

· CO-3

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

· Guides for Memorizing Series: Using Memory Effectively

· How to Survive Virtual Group Work

· Testing with Success Series: General Test Preparation

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 7.

Forum:

Week 7 Forum

8

It’s a Wrap!

Purpose

To bring the class and the course to a close, reflect on the work completed during the class, and to look forward to setting the next set of goals

· CO-1

· CO-3

· CO-5

Assigned Readings:

No readings from the textbook this week.

Additional Readings:

Please review under Lessons the Lesson Content and Assigned Readings sections for Week 8.

Forum:

Week 8 Forum: Bringing Closure

Week 8 Forum: Final Presentation

Assignment:

Week 8: Final Research Project

Policies

Please see the Student Handbook to reference all University policies. Quick links to frequently asked question about policies are listed below.

Drop/Withdrawal Policy

Plagiarism Policy

Extension Process and Policy

Disability Accommodations

Writing Expectations

It is expected that all students write in a manner representative of students at this level of their educational journey. Please pay particular attention to the information listed below.

Citation and Reference Style

Students will follow the APA (American Psychological Association) 6th edition writing style format as the sole citation and reference style used in written work submitted as part of coursework for the College 100 course. Assignments completed in a narrative essay or composition format must follow the citation style cited in the APA manual. Please note that other courses and programs at APUS may require use of other citation and reference styles.

Document File Formats

All word-processing documents submitted in the classroom by students must be in .doc .docx or .rtf formats.

Late Assignments

Students are expected to submit classroom assignments by the posted due date and to complete the course according to the published class schedule. Any assignment submitted late will be subject to a 5% penalty unless otherwise stated on the specific assignment itself. Exceptions will be made at the discretion of the instructor.

As adults, students, and working professionals, we understand you must manage competing demands on your time. Should you need additional time to complete an assignment, please contact the instructor as soon as you can so the situation can be discussed and an acceptable resolution determined.

Netiquette

Online universities promote the advancement of knowledge through positive and constructive debate – both inside and outside the classroom. Forums on the Internet, however, can occasionally degenerate into needless insults and “flaming.” Such activity and the loss of good manners are not acceptable in a university setting – basic academic rules of good behavior and proper “Netiquette” must persist. Remember that you are in a place for the rewards and excitement of learning, which does not include resorting to personal attacks or attempting to stifle the thoughts of others.

· Technology Limitations: While you should feel free to explore the full-range of creative composition in your formal assignments, keep e-mail layouts simple. The Sakai classroom may not fully support MIME or HTML encoded messages, which means that bold face, italics, underlining, and a variety of color-coding or other visual effects may not translate in your e-mail messages.

· Humor Note: Despite the best of intentions, jokes and especially satire can easily get lost or taken seriously. If you feel the need for humor, you may wish to add “emoticons” to help alert your readers: ;-), : ), J

Course Delivery

This course, delivered via distance learning, will enable students to complete academic work in a flexible manner, completely online. Course materials and access to an online learning management system will be made available to each student. Online assignments are due by the SUNDAY of each week at 11:55pm ET and include the completed Forum questions (accomplished in groups through a threaded discussion board), quizzes (graded electronically), and individual assignments (submitted for review by the faculty member). Your initial posting to each Forum assignment is due on Thursday of the given week. This will give your classmates a chance to respond to your posts before the Sunday deadline. Please note that the course and the class runs on Eastern Time (ET).

Disclaimer Statement

Course content may vary from the outline to meet the needs of this particular group.

Academic Services

The Online Library is available to enrolled students and faculty from inside the electronic campus. This is your starting point for access to online books, subscription periodicals, and Web resources that are designed to support your classes and generally not available through search engines on the open Web. In addition, the Online Library provides access to special learning resources, which the University has contracted to assist with your studies. Questions can be directed to librarian@apus.edu .

· Charles Town Library and Inter Library Loan: The University maintains a special library with a limited number of supporting volumes, collection of our professors’ publication, and services to search and borrow research books and articles from other libraries.

· Electronic Books: You can use the online library to uncover and download over 50,000 titles, which have been scanned and made available in electronic format.

· Electronic Journals: The University provides access to over 12,000 journals, which are available in electronic form and only through limited subscription services.

· Tutor.com: AMU and APU Civilian & Coast Guard students are eligible for 10 free hours of tutoring provided by APUS. Tutor.com connects you with a professional tutor online 24/7 to provide help with assignments, studying, test prep, resume writing, and more. Tutor.com is tutoring the way it was meant to be. You get expert tutoring whenever you need help and you work one-to-one with your tutor in your online classroom.

A Library Guide for College 100

The AMU/APU Library Guides provide access to collections of trusted sites on the Open Web and licensed resources on the Deep Web. Most courses at APUS have Course Guides specifically designed to align with and supplement student learning in a particular class. The following link provides a Course Guide specific to College 100.

http://apus.campusguides.com/content.php?pid=100647&search_terms=coll100

Turnitin.com

Some written assignments may be upoaded to TurnItIn.com throughout the term. Turnitin.com will analyze the paper and report instances of potential plagiarism in a report within the course for the student to view. All work submitted is to be original to the student and to this iteration of the course.

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