 Fall Semester, 2008
9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday: NB 2068 |
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Text: None POLICIES/ATTENDANCE/WITHDRAWAL/INCOMPLETE Classroom Policies 1.
As outlined in the CU Student Handbook, Mediagraphics Students
are expected to conduct themselves in a manner
consistent with the University’s mission as an educational institution.
Any student who fails to conduct him/herself in such manner violates
this code, and a disciplinary penalty may be imposed.
2. Students will respect both their classmates and the instructor at all times, or he/she will be asked to leave the class. This mutual respect includes having off topic conversations while someone else is speaking, antagonistic or purposefully inflammatory comments, and checking voice mail or playing electronic games during class dialogue. 3. Electronic communication devices must be silenced and not used during the class period unless an emergency situation calls for your attention. Attendance Policies 1.
You are expected to attend class. You are responsible for
material presented in class and assignments provided for completion
whether you are present or not. Handouts and assignments will be
provided in class only. If you are absent, make arrangements for
someone to obtain a handout/assignment for you. DO NOT ASK FOR
HANDOUTS/ASSIGNMENTS GIVEN OUT IN CLASS IF YOU WERE NOT PRESENT.
2. Class attendance is critical. Daily, in-class assignments/activities cannot be completed if a student is not in class the day the assignment/activity is completed. Students who are absent will not benefit from class activities and discussions that provide practice in using the concepts covered in the course. Students are here to learn, and if they are not in class I will assume they have a valid reason. 3. Our scheduled meeting time is from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.: a 75 minute class period. Class will be begin promptly at 9:30 a.m. 4. Students sleeping in class, working on things other than the current course, or holding conversations unrelated to the course during class activities and discussions may be asked to leave class for such behavior. 5. The email address provided in CU's MyCU is the email address that will be used to notify students in case of class changes, cancellations, or other emergencies. Incomplete A grade
of “I” (Incomplete) will only be given under extreme
circumstances. In order to qualify for an “Incomplete” the
student must meet all
of the following:
Completion
of all assignments and exams for
the semester with a score of “C” or better at the time the “I” is
requested.
Extenuating circumstances that the instructor agrees warrant an “Incomplete.” Discussion
with the instructor to set up an
agreement for completion of the incomplete before the last date to
withdraw from the class. If a student first contacts the
instructor regarding a grade of incomplete after the date for dropping
the class has passed, an incomplete will NOT be granted unless the
student has documentation of a medical emergency or a death in the
student's immediate family.
Students who cease to attend class and who do
not bring
an official Cameron drop form for a signature will receive an "F" in
the
course regardless of their grades at the time they cease to attend
class.
Current Cameron policy prohibits giving a "W" in such a circumstance.
LAB REQUIREMENTSLab time will include and follow instructor demonstrations and hand son use of the hardware and software required to complete assignments. Time outside of scheduled class labs will be required to complete assigned projects. EVALUATION/DEADLINE
Obviously, deadlines are critical in publishing and journalism. If late arriving to its target audience, information loses its timeliness and worth. Professionals in these fields must adhere to strict deadline schedules. As practicing professionals, students in this course will likewise adhere to strict deadline schedules. All other class assignments should be submitted on or before the due date. An assignment will be considered late after 10:45 a.m. on the due date. If absent on the day an assignment is due, one should make certain the assignment reaches the instructor by 10:45 a.m. on the due date.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONEach student automatically obtains an email account that can be accessed through labs on campus. IMPORTANT DATES:
SPECIAL NOTES:It is essential that we all respect each other during class, regardless of the direction of the class. Whether in small group interaction, class discussion, class reading or test taking, respect is a must. Rude, obnoxious, inflammatory or prejudicial behavior will not be tolerated. It is unlawful for anyone except law enforcement officers on official business to carry a firearm onto Cameron University property. If you see or hear that someone is on campus with a firearm, call the Office of Public Safety immediately at 581-2911. Student
Accommodations: It is the policy of Cameron University to
accommodate students with disabilities, pursuant to federal and state
law. Students with disabilities who need classroom accommodations
must make their requests by contacting the Office of Student
Development at 580.581.2209, North Shepler Room 314. If you find it necessary to withdraw, you must obtain a drop/add slip from the Office of Admissions and Records, have the instructor sign it, and return it to the Office of Admissions and Records. Good luck to each of you! Refer to your catalogue for any policy issues not covered in this syllabus. Please call me immediately if you have any questions. |
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