Sustainable Design Syllabus Instructor Information Name: Ms. Joanna Jorge Email: jjorge2@ucvts.org Room Location: West Hall - 338 Course Description Sustainable Design is a course designed to provide students with a platform to consider sustainable development practices. Students will participate in activities that examine issues related to the health and conditions of our built environment. Sustainable design principles and techniques are incorporated into the course and students will have the opportunity develop these abilities. Through the use of student-centered learning and discovery opportunities, students will develop technology and design skills, strengthen their background in scientific methods and research, and improve their interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills. By participating in research and design assignments, class discussions and group activities, students will be able to design and plan aspects of human dwelling, landscape, and habitat that are sustainable. Sustainable Design Course Topic Outline Introduction to Sustainable Design Ecosystem Management Lifestyle Management and Design Sustainable Community Design Life Cycle Assessment Course Materials Students are responsible for bringing the following materials to class every day: pencil/pen, highlighters (2 colors), school laptop, notebook and a 3- ring binder (containing all handouts provided by the teacher). Google Classroom: All students are required to have a Google Classroom account. Access to the classroom and more information will be provided by your teacher and the school. Google classroom is a required resource for this class, and will be used by students to complete assignments during class as well as at home. Additionally, it will serve as an important platform to communicate, share course-related resources, and remind students of important deadlines. Therefore, students are required to check Google Classroom every day. Turnitin: Turnitin will be used to check for plagiarism. Students are required to turn in work through the turnitin account set up by the class. I will provide you with more information about turnitin.com and plagiarism in class. Additional resources: In addition, the teacher may also choose to use other online resources such as Kahoot!, Plickers, Google forms, Quizlet, or Remind. Expectations and Rules Attend class on time Bring required materials to class every day Actively participate in class by raising your hand Stay focused during classwork time Show respect for others Do not cheat Cell phones should be put away
Sustainable Design Syllabus Instructor Information Name: Ms. Joanna Jorge Email: jjorge2@ucvts.org Room Location: West Hall - 338 Course Description Sustainable Design is a course designed to provide students with a platform to consider sustainable development practices. Students will participate in activities that examine issues related to the health and conditions of our built environment. Sustainable design principles and techniques are incorporated into the course and students will have the opportunity develop these abilities. Through the use of student-centered learning and discovery opportunities, students will develop technology and design skills, strengthen their background in scientific methods and research, and improve their interpersonal, communication, and problem solving skills. By participating in research and design assignments, class discussions and group activities, students will be able to design and plan aspects of human dwelling, landscape, and habitat that are sustainable. Sustainable Design Course Topic Outline Introduction to Sustainable Design Ecosystem Management Lifestyle Management and Design Sustainable Community Design Life Cycle Assessment Course Materials Students are responsible for bringing the following materials to class every day: pencil/pen, highlighters (2 colors), school laptop, notebook and a 3- ring binder (containing all handouts provided by the teacher). Google Classroom: All students are required to have a Google Classroom account. Access to the classroom and more information will be provided by your teacher and the school. Google classroom is a required resource for this class, and will be used by students to complete assignments during class as well as at home. Additionally, it will serve as an important platform to communicate, share course-related resources, and remind students of important deadlines. Therefore, students are required to check Google Classroom every day. Turnitin: Turnitin will be used to check for plagiarism. Students are required to turn in work through the turnitin account set up by the class. I will provide you with more information about turnitin.com and plagiarism in class. Additional resources: In addition, the teacher may also choose to use other online resources such as Kahoot!, Plickers, Google forms, Quizlet, or Remind. Expectations and Rules Attend class on time Bring required materials to class every day Actively participate in class by raising your hand Stay focused during classwork time Show respect for others Do not cheat Cell phones should be put away
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