Please remember that the University expects students to spend 6 hours per week working on each 3 credit course, in addition to class time. It is critical that you read the textbook, all of the online lectures and assignment materials as well as all of the public discussion materials. Your full participation on a weekly basis is not only a requirement, but it is an essential aspect of the course process. All students are expected to do the work assigned. All students are expected to behave according to the NASW Code of Ethics at all times, demonstrating respect for others opinions and backgrounds. I also expect students to seek my assistance if you feel that you need help. Please don’t hesitate to schedule a meeting with me to talk over how you are feeling about your performance in the course, how you’re doing with a particular assignment, or whatever else seems useful to you. Please, ask for help when you need it! The instructor will: Respond to discussion boards within three days Respond to emails/messages within one day, usually the same day Grade assignments within seven days of the assignment deadline The professor takes responsibility for monitoring the climate in the classroom to provide an atmosphere conducive to student learning. This includes serving as a resource and guide for professional learning, ensuring that the learning medium offers a safe opportunity for exchange of ideas and opinions, and fairly evaluating all student work. I will grade all assignments in a timely manner. Discussion Forums After reading the text and reviewing the power points, please answer the questions posed for discussion. I expect one paragraph for each question, (6-8 sentences), both for your initial post as well as your response post. After posting your initial response, please read and comment on your classmates’ posts. I expect two posts total, your initial answering of the questions, and a response post. Due dates for each post will be given by the professor once the course begins. Each discussion thread will be available for the entire length of the course. Discussion Board Grading Rubric: Each response will include an original response to the discussion question for up to 3 points, and one substantial reflection upon a peer response for up to 2 points as described below (Note: substantial reflection requires more than simply saying “I agree” or “Good point”, etc. – responses must show insight and critical thinking.) See below.
Please remember that the University expects students to spend 6 hours per week working on each 3 credit course, in addition to class time. It is critical that you read the textbook, all of the online lectures and assignment materials as well as all of the public discussion materials. Your full participation on a weekly basis is not only a requirement, but it is an essential aspect of the course process. All students are expected to do the work assigned. All students are expected to behave according to the NASW Code of Ethics at all times, demonstrating respect for others opinions and backgrounds. I also expect students to seek my assistance if you feel that you need help. Please don’t hesitate to schedule a meeting with me to talk over how you are feeling about your performance in the course, how you’re doing with a particular assignment, or whatever else seems useful to you. Please, ask for help when you need it! The instructor will: Respond to discussion boards within three days Respond to emails/messages within one day, usually the same day Grade assignments within seven days of the assignment deadline The professor takes responsibility for monitoring the climate in the classroom to provide an atmosphere conducive to student learning. This includes serving as a resource and guide for professional learning, ensuring that the learning medium offers a safe opportunity for exchange of ideas and opinions, and fairly evaluating all student work. I will grade all assignments in a timely manner. Discussion Forums After reading the text and reviewing the power points, please answer the questions posed for discussion. I expect one paragraph for each question, (6-8 sentences), both for your initial post as well as your response post. After posting your initial response, please read and comment on your classmates’ posts. I expect two posts total, your initial answering of the questions, and a response post. Due dates for each post will be given by the professor once the course begins. Each discussion thread will be available for the entire length of the course. Discussion Board Grading Rubric: Each response will include an original response to the discussion question for up to 3 points, and one substantial reflection upon a peer response for up to 2 points as described below (Note: substantial reflection requires more than simply saying “I agree” or “Good point”, etc. – responses must show insight and critical thinking.) See below.
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