SYLLABUS BSC1005 Biological
Science 24545 Spring 2019 Mr. Ted Klenk |
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INSTRUCTOR |
Mr. Ted Klenk |
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TELEPHONE MESSAGES/ EMAIL/ WEB PAGES |
407- 299-5000 ext.
1407. I have no office on campus but
can be reached though this number. Conferences
can be organized before or after class.
(fax -1215, e-mail tklenk@valenciacollege.edu/tklenk or klenkt@ocps.net when atlas is down!)) web site: or http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/bioscience.htm ALSO: Please check
the message page frequently for updates, changes and a calendar of what is
next! http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/message.htm . I will be contacting you by
ATLAS email concerning absences and grades instead of notices being sent out.
Please be sure to check your Atlas email often. Valencia College is committed to providing each student a
quality educational experience. Faculty members have set high standards of
instruction for themselves and for you. If you have a problem in a class,
your first step is to talk to your instructor. If you are still dissatisfied,
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signing up to update your information for Valencia Alerts. Sign up for reminders at
[remind101]---simply enter this number [81010] into
a text message and text @klenkbio and I will send out a weekly reminder to
your phone about 24 hours before its due. |
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Course Info |
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CREDITS |
3 Credit hours (3 contact
hours) |
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CLASS PROCEDURE |
Each week's schedule will
be as follows: CRN:
24545 WED 4-645 PM Bldg: AHS 213-(lecture) |
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DESCRIPTION |
An introduction to
essential principles of biological science.
Topics include, but are not limited to, the nature of science and the
scientific method, chemistry for biology, cell structure, metabolism,
reproduction and genetics, organisms and ecology. This is a general education course for
non-biology majors. It is also
recommended for students who need preparation before enrolling in a biology
course for science majors. |
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES |
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES ·
Students
will be able to explain scientific method. ·
Students
will be able to identify levels of organization within and between organisms. ·
Students
will explain how living organisms function. |
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CORE COMPETENCIES |
VALENCIA STUDENT CORE COMPETENCIES Valencia faculty have
defined four interrelated competencies (Value,
Think, Communicate, Act) that prepare students
to succeed in the world community.
These competencies are outlined in the College Catalog. In this course, through classroom lecture
and discussion, group work, and other learning activities, you will further
develop your mastery of these core competencies. In addition to specific biology objectives,
the course will also reinforce the following competencies wholly or
partially: Valencia
College Student Competencies 1.
Think: CLEARLY, critically and creatively make reasoned choices by acquiring,
analyzing, synthesizing and evaluation knowledge. (lectures and examinations) 2.
Value:
make reasoned value judgments and
responsible commitments (laboratory and classes) 3.
Communicate:
with different audiences and using varied means (group work, written
assignments and lab reports) 4.
Act:
purposefully, reflectively, and responsibly (laboratory classes) |
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EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS |
TEXT: Campbell’s
Essential Biology: Simon, Reece Dickey 5th edition (4th
can also work) http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk/bioscience.htm SUPPLEMENTAL INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS Notes, chapter outlines, homework are
posted on my website. See
http://faculty.valenciacollege.edu/tklenk for other biology links as well |
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ATTENDANCE |
The college believes that regular attendance and
class participation are significant factors, which promote success in
college. Students are expected to attend all classes in which they are
enrolled (Policy 6Hx28:10-22). Each instructor determines the specific
attendance policy for his/her class, but
attendance must be recorded for each student. Students in BSC1005 (Biological Science) are
expected to attend classes regularly and on time. Students that are habitually late will be
dropped from the class. Quizzes and cannot be made up. |
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WITHDRAWAL |
The
deadline for withdrawal from this course is_3/22. “A student who withdraws from class
before the withdrawal deadline will receive a grade of “W.” A faculty member
is permitted to withdraw a student from the faculty member's class up to the
beginning of the final exam period, for violation of the faculty member's
attendance policy, as published in the faculty member's syllabus. A
student is not permitted to withdraw from this class after the withdrawal
deadline; if you remain in the class after the withdrawal deadline, you can
only receive a grade of A, B, C, D, F or I. An I grade will only be assigned
under extraordinary circumstances that occur near the end of the semester. If you receive an I, the work missed must
be made up during the following semester, at which time you will get an A,
B,C,D or F. Failure to make up the
work during the following semester will result in you getting a grade of F in
the course. Any student who withdraws
from this class during a third or subsequent attempt in this course will be
assigned a grade of “F.” (Valencia Policy 4-07 (Academic Progress,
Course Attendance and Grades, and Withdrawals). In this class a student missing 3
lectures will be withdrawn from the class. Before withdrawing from the class you are advised
to consult the professor and an advisor or counselor. : For a complete policy and procedure overview on
Valencia Policy 4-07 please go to: http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policydetail.cfm?RecordID=75 Refund of
fees: The date by which students are still eligible to get back all tuition
and refundable fees is _1/14 Your
continued participation in the course after the scheduled add-drop period
constitutes an agreement with an acceptance of the conditions presented in
this syllabus. If you wish to drop, you are solely responsible for initiating
the process. Please review the College's policy on Withdraw. The Withdrawal Deadline is 3/22 If YOU withdraw
by this date you receive a grade of W.
You cannot withdraw after the date. In order to academically maintain
financial aid, students must meet all of the following requirements:
Complete 67% of all classes attempted, and
Maintain a Valencia GPA of 2.0 or higher, and
Maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 or higher, and
Complete degree within the 150% timeframe
Detailed information about maintaining satisfactory
academic progress (SAP) can be found
at: http://valenciacollege.edu/finaid/satisfactory_progress.cfm
- For a complete policy and procedure
overview on Valencia Policy 4-07 please go to: http://valenciacollege.edu/generalcounsel/policy/default.cfm?policyID=75&volumeID_1=4&navst=0 NOTE: The
instructor WILL NOT withdraw you; that is your responsibility!! |
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EVALUATION |
A cumulative point system will be used. 90-100 %
= A ...80-89.5 % = B ..70-79.5 % = C ..60-69.5 % = D The student should know his/her letter grade at
all times by dividing the total points he/she has accumulated by the maximum
number of points possible at the time. (Total about 375 pts/semester). Regular attendance and active participation
are mandatory. Excused absences should
be arranged with the instructor in advance of the absence or just have a message
left in my mailbox or email that an illness or emergency has come up. Chapter Quizzes(minimum 12, including
final): 87% HW 13% EXAMS: A final examination will be
administered. Quizzes will be given at the beginning of each class,
and a cumulative Final Exam on 4/24 GRADES:
Grades will come from; (a) Final
Exam (100) (b) quizzes [12 @20 each], (c) homework 11 x 5 points) NOTE: Exams: The format of exams may
vary. You are responsible
for keeping a record of your own grades since any alleged ‘errors’ in
my records must be substantiated. Quizzes cannot be made up but the lowest
QUIZ grade will be dropped. Homework: To be turned in
by email BEFORE the quiz it covers--which is the deadline
requested. It is time stamped. No
homework grade will be dropped. |
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FINAL EXAM |
4/24 at 4pm in the classroom-AHS-213 The College policy states, “Professors
are required to offer final examinations to all credit students (except those
taking coursework for audit) during the scheduled final examination period.” Students must complete all coursework
or they will be assigned a grade of 0 for anything missing, unless it is an
optional assignment. Missing the final exam will result in a
grade of F until a make-up final exam
is taken, at which time a grade of A, B, C, D or F will be given) |
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EXTRA CREDIT |
Extra credit projects
and/or activities are not part of this course except for extra questions on
the quizzes. |
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STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES |
Students with disabilities who qualify for
academic accommodations must provide a letter from the Office for Student
with Disabilities (OSD) and discuss specific needs with the professor,
preferably during the first two weeks of class. The Office for Students with
Disabilities determines accommodations based on appropriate documentation of
disabilities (SSB 102. Phone 407 582
1523. West Campus). |
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ELECTRONICS |
Tape recorders are allowed. Laptop computers may
be used in class for note-taking purposes only. Cell phones on silent during class. Students must refrain from text
messaging during class. Cell phones must be out of sight for the duration of
ANY Quiz or Exam. If a cell phone is observed being used during a test or
quiz, you will receive a 0. |
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STUDENT SECURITY |
We wan t We
want to reassure you that our security officers are here around the clock to
ensure the safety and security of the campus community. It’s important to remain alert and aware of
your surroundings, especially during the early morning or evening hours.
Remember that you can always call security for an escort if you feel
uncomfortable walking alone on campus.
White security phones can also be found in many of our buildings;
simply pick up the phone and security will answer. Finally,
report any suspicious persons to West
Campus Security at 407 582-1000, 407-582-1030 (after-hours number) or by using the
yellow emergency call boxes
located on light poles in the parking lots and along walkways. |
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STUDENT SUPPORT |
Baycare Behavioral
Health’s Student Assistance Program: Valencia is committed to making sure all our
students have a rewarding and successful college experience. To that purpose, Valencia students can get
immediate help that may assist them with psychological issues dealing with
stress, anxiety, depression, adjustment difficulties, substance abuse, time
management as well as relationship problems dealing with school, home or
work. Students have 24 hour unlimited
access to the Baycare Behavioral Health’s confidential student
assistance program phone counseling services by calling (800) 878-5470. Three free confidential face-to-face
counseling sessions are also available to students.” Tutoring Center: Bldg 7: 240
(Phone: 407 582 1633) Testing Center: Bldg 7: 217 (Phone 407 582 1323) |
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ATTENDANCE POLICY |
1.
ALL LECTURES ARE TO BE ATTENDED! Each day ( lecture)
is equivalent to 1 week of lecture. Therefore, missing 3 lectures would be
like missing 9 day classes and at that point I can withdraw you for lack of
attendance. Regular
and punctual attendance is expected. 2.
The student is responsible for all material covered or assigned
during class. If situations make it
necessary for missing class you are still responsible for all the work you
missed during class. If you miss class, you should let me know ASAP and
in advance if at all possible. I may be able to send you the assignments to
help you remain current in the course. 3.
In case of absences the instructor should be notified in advance, if
possible, or e-mail ( klenkt@ocps.net ) or at least a
phone message left with the secretary.
(ext. 1407) 4.
Make-up work –there is none—HW is due the day of the quiz—quizzes
can’t be made up so that’s it! |
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CLASSROOM CONDUCT |
Activities which disrupt
the learning environment of the classroom violate the Valencia Student Code
of Classroom Conduct. These activities include side discussions that disrupt
the learning environment for other students, the use of indecent or abusive
language, and the ringing of cell phones or beepers. |
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DISCLAIMER |
Changes in the syllabus and/or schedule may be
made at any time during the term at the discretion of the professor. Students
will be notified of any changes in class and by email. Your continued
participation in this class after the drop-add deadline period constitutes an agreement with and an
acceptance of the conditions presented in this syllabus. |
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY |
Each student is required to follow Valencia policy
regarding academic honesty. All work
submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s
individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment
specifically states ‘group project. Any student caught
cheating on a quiz or an exam, copying homework or plagiarizing – using
someone else’s words or thoughts without giving credit – will be treated
according to Valencia’s policy on academic honesty. Penalties can range from failure
on an assignment to failure of the course and expulsion from the
college. I reserve the right to video tape all quizzes and tests. ANY
WORK OBTAINED/PRODUCED BY DISHONEST MEANS WILL NOT BE GRADED. |
EXPECTATIONS |
My
expectations of participants in this course: Students
in this course are expected to have fun, to be interested in biology (or at
least act like it!), and to attend each class period prepared to cover the
day's topic. Readings and other
assignments will be completed in a responsible and professional manner and
submitted on time. I
expect that students will be willing to ask questions and respect the
questions of others. I also expect
students to be willing to provide critical comments regarding my facilitation
of the class and that students will seek my advice or assistance if they are
having difficulty. Students
must approach this course as an exploration - an activity that they are
actively and fully engaged in - not merely a time to sit and take notes. One
final key point: YOU are responsible
for your learning in this course. I
will give you ample opportunity to learn but you must decide whether you will
learn. What you can expect of me as an instructor: Students can expect me NOT to have all the
answers! If you are exploring this
topic correctly, you should bring up topics every day that I can either not
answer or have never thought of before!
You can expect me to come to class prepared to facilitate the day's
session. I
will make every effort to present relevant information in an informative,
interactive, and engaging manner. It
is my responsibility to keep the class on track during discussions and to
ensure that the class environment is a safe one where people feel confident
to participate. You should expect me
to respect you and your opinions. I
will only assign tasks that are reasonable and that I am willing to invest my
time in and that will improve your knowledge and competency. You can expect me to be available and
responsive to your needs as a student and a class. Material will be presented
primarily in the form of lectures (Powerpoint),
readings assignments from the text, and occasionally videos. Lecture will
cover the points to be learned and will direct your study from the text,
however some material will be presented in class that is not in the text. ·
Thus, you should attend class, pay attention while there, and take notes over
the material. You should plan on 2 hours of study outside of class for every
hour in lecture. The material in the latter part of the course will be based
upon material presented in the first part of the course, therefore you will
have to commit the material to long term memory.
Tips from Other Professors…
Remember that the amount of time spent studying in relation to the
amount of time you are in class is recommended to be 4:1. Study time ratios
for the lab section will probably turn out to be about 2:1. Therefore,
multiply the number of hours you are in lecture and lab each week, and then
multiply this by 3 to compute the average number of hours you should be
studying per week! You are going to be busy this semester!
o Make copies of
the semester schedule. See how it fits in with your other academic, work or
personal schedules. Put copies of this schedule on your refrigerator, your
bulletin board, in your notebook, and on your phone reminders. • Your workspace at home is
important. Get a selection of favorite colored pens, pencils, markers,
erasers, Post-It- notes, blank 3x5 cards (buy several hundred, as a start),
white-out and a stapler. Give yourself some inspiration- tack up a favorite
photo, cartoon, or quotation. o Peruse each
chapter in the text before really digging into it. Put a Post-If- note at the
end of the chapter so you won't have to waste time constantly seeing "how
many more pages" are in the chapter. o Look at the
chapter learning objectives and key concepts in the beginning of each chapter
to get a feel for the type of subjects you will be learning. o Note that there is a chapter
summary at the end of each chapter. Make sure that you can define all of the
selected key terms. -
To prepare for exams, follow these 5 steps: Start early. You typically need 2 weeks to prepare for a
test. Notice that the first test in just a few weeks. Start tonight! • Make and use flash cards. Study them in "down time"-
waiting in supermarket lines, while preparing dinner, during commuting (but
only if you're not driving). • Try to understand concepts, not just
memorize facts. • In a class such as this, it is optimal to
form study groups early! Meet other
students in your lecture, exchange phone numbers, and start studying together
soon. It will benefit you to begin
making flash cards and working on the study guides immediately! Work hard!
Success in this course comes to those who are dedicated, persistent,
and enjoy the learning process. |
Study Tips |
“LEARNING IS AN ACTION VERB!!
Most students need to do more than just sit through lectures and
reread their notes. Spend 1-2 hour blocks of time EVERY
DAY actively writing or discussing concepts to make them a part of
your memory. Use the words you learn
often, they will sink in betterJ. Here are some study and classroom management tips
that have assisted former students: - Attend
class daily and don’t be tardy. The introduction to each lecture explains
the purpose of the entire lecture.
Students who follow this rule won’t miss important information. - REWRITE
YOUR NOTES soon after the lecture; if the instructor permits, tape
record lectures and replay to refresh your memory when you rewrite your
notes. - Create
flash cards with questions you make up from the lecture and lab with answers
on the back. - Use
mnemonic devises and other games to remember concepts; go to Google images,
YouTube and Khan Academy for additional pictures and videos to clarify
concepts. - Make lists
of confusing topics from your studying and ask questions. - Take advantage
of the professor’s office hours. - JOIN A
STUDY GROUP and predict what questions the professor could ask on the
test. - Get the
telephone number of one or more buddies in case you are absent from a class. |
LECTURE OUTLINE
The assignments are
arranged by weeks and indicate the approximate dates for topic discussions and
are subject to change if necessary. For more info see the main VALENCIA Calendar http://valenciacollege.edu/calendar/
Date Lecture
WEEK
OF |
LECTURE |
1/9
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Ch 1: Introduction: Biology Today |
1/16
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Quiz
1 then Ch 2: Essential Chemistry for Biology |
1/23
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Quiz
2 then Ch 3: The Molecules of life |
1/30
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Quiz
3 then Ch 4: A Tour of the Cell |
2/6
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Quiz
4 then Ch 5: The Working Cell |
2/13
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Quiz
5 then Ch 6: Cellular Respiration |
2/20
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Quiz
6 then Ch 7: Photosynthesis |
2/27 |
Quiz
7 then Ch 8: Cellular reproduction |
3/6
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Quiz
8 then Ch 9: Patterns of Inheritance |
3/20 |
Gattaca
assignment |
3/27
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Quiz
9 then Ch 10: The structure and function of DNA |
4/3
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Quiz
10 then Ch15: Microbial Life |
4/10
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Quiz 11 then Ch
16: Plant, Fungi and the Move to Land |
4/17
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Quiz 12 then Ch 17: Survey of
the Animal Kingdom |
4/24
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Final Exam |
LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Expectations of a Valencia College Science Student
Welcome to the Science
Division of Valencia College’s West Campus; we are enthused to have this
opportunity to assist you in achieving your educational goals. Higher education is a privilege and an
opportunity; it is your responsibility to realize that you are in control of
those behaviors and actions that can enable success in this course.
From your professors, you can expect the following:
1. They will be prompt, courteous and respectful.
2. They will provide a professional learning environment throughout the entire scheduled instructional period.
3. They will provide an up-to-date syllabus; when changes need to be made, they will announce changes in a manner that is conveyed to all students in their class.
4. They will provide you with a course that is of necessary rigor to prepare you for the career you have chosen; because the class you are taking transfers to a four year college or university, it will be taught with the same academic expectations. The bonus of starting your education at Valencia, when compared to attending a four year college, is you will be able to get more personal attention with small class sizes and you will be able to save money; the classes are not easier.
5. They will offer time outside of class to discuss your questions.
6. They will be available to discuss your class concerns in private, outside of class time; you should try to resolve your class concerns with your professor before you try to voice your concerns with administrators.
7. They will respond to emails within 2 business days.
8. They will expect from you what they have expected from the many students who passed their classes in the past.
In return, this is what your professor
will expect from you:
1. You will be prompt, courteous and respectful.
Prompt means you come to class on time, ready to work, with all assignments completed before you enter class or lab. It means that you have studied, that all conversations, texting and diversions come to a stop and that you are ready to contribute to a positive learning environment from the beginning of the class or lab.
Courtesy means you are polite in your attitude and behavior towards your professor and classmates.
Respectfulness means that you regard everyone’s classroom experience as valuable to them, that you accept your professor’s expertise and experience to create relevant course objectives and that you treat college and personal property with care.
2. You will read your syllabus; your syllabus is a contract between your professor and you. Be aware of deadlines to complete assignments on time and know your professor’s attendance policy. You will need to attend class for the full length of time allotted to your science class and lab.
3. You will be aware of Valencia College policies and procedures found in the college catalog; ignorance of policies and procedures doesn’t mean they don’t apply.
4. You will be serious about learning; it is your responsibility to be an active participant in your own learning. You will need to devote sufficient time to learn the material presented by your professor; for most students, this means you will need to spend at least two hours studying for every hour of instruction. Learning is an action verb; you will need to do more than sit through class and reread your notes to be successful. To succeed in higher level classes, you must retain the information, concepts and skills you will learn; this can only happen if you work at learning to make the course content a part of your long term memory. Do not cram!!
5. You will be encouraged to produce your own study guides. Most college professors do not provide study guides, but they can give you tips that will help you produce your own study guides to gain a better understanding of the course content.
6. You will be expected to participate fully in classroom activities. The work you produce must be your own; cheating in any form is not tolerated and your professor will have specific consequences, in their syllabus, which will be enforced should cheating occur.
7. You will be expected to contribute to a positive learning environment. Avoid classmates who speak negatively, or who have a negative outlook, about your class or your professor. Instead, get to know your professor during office hours; you will learn much more with a positive attitude.
8. You will be held to a high standard of maturity and responsibility. Disruptive behaviors will not be tolerated in the classroom or lab. First time disruptions will be handled by your professor and may include a request that you leave the class or lab. Very serious or repeated disruptions will be reported, to the Dean of Science and the Dean of Students, with specific consequences that can include your permanent removal from the class. Disruptions include:
- Being noisy when arriving late to class or leaving early.
- Carrying on private conversations while the professor is talking.
- Disrespectful language, tone and mannerisms.
- Sleeping or attempting to sleep in class.
- Repeatedly asking unnecessary or irrelevant questions.
My wish is that you get the
best learning value from the science classes that you are taking. With everyone abiding by the expectations in
this letter, your science classes at Valencia should be the next step in
achieving your academic dreams.
Dr. Robert Gessner
West Campus Dean of
Science
Valencia College
LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Expectations of Academic Integrity
Welcome to the Science Division of Valencia College’s West Campus; we are enthused to have this opportunity to assist you in achieving your educational goals. In working to provide you with the best learning experience at Valencia College, my expectation is that each of our faculty and students maintain the highest ethical academic standards.
From your professors, you can expect the following:
1.
They will be on
time to class and available during their scheduled office hours.
2.
They will
return graded tests, labs and other assignments when promised and within a
reasonable period of time.
3.
They will
answer emails and phone calls within 48 business hours.
4.
They will
properly cite their references and resources, where applicable.
From you, we expect the following:
1.
You will take
your exams without referring to any books, notes, electronic devices or
classmates unless you are specifically instructed that a test is open-book or
collaborative.
2.
You will not
tell other students about test questions or answers before or during their exam
and you will protect the exam from being seen by others.
3.
You will avoid
even the appearance of cheating by not looking in the direction of other exams,
by not wearing clothing/hats/visors that hide your eyes, by keeping your
belongings, other than pens, pencils and erasers away from your desktop, by
going to the restroom before the exam and by asking your professor for
permission and supervision if you need to retrieve another pen, pencil or
eraser from your backpack or purse.
4.
You will not
allow anyone else to be the author of any part of your essays, lab reports or
other written assignments and you will not include any materials from any
sources (books, journals, other students, the internet, etc.) unless you give
credit to those sources.
5.
Unless approved
by both professors, you may not use the same written work for a grade in two
separate courses.
It is my hope that you will think about why it is important that we each show academic integrity and how cheating and plagiarism affect all of us, including those guilty of these academic crimes. Some students think that it only hurts their grade if they get caught cheating or plagiarizing, but cheaters typically lie not only to others, but to themselves. Eventually, cheaters pay a price.
Ø Those who cheat typically fail licensure exams, since they don’t really know the material. Without a professional license, they won’t be able to get employment. Would you want to be treated by a doctor who cheated in order to pass an exam that covered his or her knowledge of your disease? Also, if they falsify a patient’s medical records, can you guess what can happen to them?
Ø Research scientists who falsify data are typically discredited and their reputations can be permanently ruined.
Ø Although you may think your professors have no clue when a student is cheating, usually your classmates do and some will inform your professor.
Ø Cheating becomes habitual. See what happens when employees cheat their employer.
Ø Students who let others cheat off them are not doing anyone a favor. If you are in a highly competitive field, you may ultimately be aiding your competition.
Ø Guess what a professor says to a student seeking a letter of recommendation when they know the student cheated or plagiarized.
Ø Finally, what happens to a person’s self-esteem and to their reputation when they act unethically by cheating or plagiarizing?
Use the following as your guide: “Each student is required to follow Valencia policy regarding academic honesty. All work submitted by students is expected to be the result of the student’s individual thoughts, research, and self-expression unless the assignment specifically states ‘group project.’ To get the most out of each of your classes, it is best to learn how to study for long term comprehension, not just to memorize facts. Study so you can teach others what you are learning. My motto is, “if you can’t teach what you are learning to others, you don’t really know the material.” Academic dishonesty, in the forms of cheating and plagiarism, will not be tolerated and for most of our science professors will result in a student getting a zero on a test or assignment for the first offense and then an F for the course if a student is caught cheating or plagiarizing again; at that point the Dean of Students will also be notified. Don’t throw away your dreams and your reputation by showing a lack of academic integrity. We wish you the best and want you to succeed and be proud of your accomplishments at Valencia.
Dr. Robert Gessner
Valencia College West Campus Dean of Science
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I have read the above
syllabus and especially the LETTER FROM THE DEAN
Expectations of Academic Integrity.
Name:_____________________________________
Please submit the above to your homework email (to
make sure its working for you)
(paste the biovcc@yahoo.com
into an email program and them copy and paste the above statement with your name below).