: College Algebra (Hybrid) CRN 21097 Section 90 Spring 2017 2:10 3:25 PM, Wednesday Lakeview 155 For course syllabus posted prior to the beginning of the term, the instructor reserves the right to make minor changes prior to or during the term. The instructors will notify students, via e-mail or course announcement, when changes are made in the requirements and/or grading of the course. Online Courses at Clayton State University All online courses at Clayton State University utilize the Desire2Learn Learning Management System. In every Clayton State University course, students should read all information presented in the D2L course site and should periodically check for updatesat least every 48 hours. Remember: This is not a correspondence course in which a student may work at his/her own pace. Each week there are assignments, online discussions, online activities and/or exams with due dates. Refer to the schedule at the end of the syllabus for more information. Instructor Information Instructor: Billie May Office: U429 E-Mail: BillieMay@clayton.edu Phone: 678-466-4445 Webpage: www.clayton.edu/faculty/bmay Office Hours: MW 9:15 10:15, T TTh 9:30 11:00, or by appointment Office Hours are first-come, first-served. You do not need to make an appointment to meet with me during office hours. Student Professor Conferences You are encouraged to meet with me during office hours to discuss issues relating to the course. If you are having difficulties with the course, I urge you to meet with me as early as you can, so we can address some of your concerns. Do not wait till the end of the semester before seeking help. I prefer email contact to phone but will be available through either. B. May Page 1
Note: While I will strive to keep to my office hours as scheduled, periodically, circumstances may arise which require me to be somewhere else. Such times will be announced in class and/or posted in D2L or email. Instructor Education BS, Manchester College MAT, Indiana University CATALOG DESCRIPTION: This course is a functional approach to algebra that incorporates the use of appropriate technology. Emphasis will be placed on the study of functions and their graphs, inequalities, and liner, quadratic, piece-wise defined, rational, polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. Appropriate applications will be included. (Students who take this course in preparation for MATH 1501 are also required to successfully complete MATH 1112.) Student Learning Objectives Student Learning Objectives (SLOs) (Revised Bloom s Taxonomy Remember, Understand): CO1: Express relationships using the concept of a function and use verbal, numerical, graphical and symbolic means to analyze a function. MO1: The student will, given the equations of two lines, determine whether their graphs are parallel or perpendicular. MO2: The student will determine whether a relation represents a function. MO3: The student will find the value of a function. MO4: The student will determine whether a function is one-to-one. MO5: The student will use the vertical line test to identify functions. MO6: The student will find the average rate of change of a function. MO7: The student will determine whether a function is increasing, decreasing or constant. MO8: The student will graph linear functions. MO9: The student will identify polynomial functions. MO10: The student will identify the degree and leading coefficient of polynomial functions. MO11: The student will describe the characteristics of the graphs of polynomial functions. MO12: The student will sketch the graph of polynomial functions. MO13: The student will graph exponential functions. MO14: The student will graph logarithmic functions. CO2: Model situations from a variety of settings by using polynomial, exponential and logarithmic functions. MO1: The student will find a linear equation. MO2: The student will set up a linear equation to solve a real-world application. MO3: The student will write and interpret a linear function. MO4: The student will build linear models from verbal descriptions. MO5: The student will solve real-world applications of polynomial equations. B. May Page 2
MO6: The student will solve applied problems involving rational functions. MO7: The student will solve applied problems involving exponential equations. MO8: The student will solve applied problems involving logarithmic equations. MO9: The student will model exponential growth and decay. MO10: The student will use Newton s Law of Cooling. MO11: The student will use logistic-growth models. MO12: The student will express an exponential model in base e. CO3: Manipulate mathematical information, concepts, and thoughts in verbal, numeric, graphical and symbolic form while solving a variety of problems which involve polynomial, exponential or logarithmic functions. MO1: The student will write the equation of a line parallel or perpendicular to a given line. MO2: The student will add and subtract complex numbers. MO3: The student will multiply and divide complex numbers. MO4: The student will combine functions using algebraic operations. MO5: The student will create a new function by composition of functions. MO6: The student will evaluate composite functions. MO7: The student will find the domain of a composite function. MO8: The student will decompose a composite function into its component functions. MO9: The student will graph functions using horizontal and vertical shifts. MO10: The student will graph functions using reflections about the axes. MO11: The student will graph functions using compressions and stretches. MO12: The student will determine whether a function is even, odd or neither. MO13: The student will combine transformations. MO14: The student will verify inverses. MO15: The student will determine the domain and range of an inverse function. MO16: The student will restrict the domain of a function to make it one-to-one. MO17: The student will find the inverse of a function. MO18: The student will use the graph of a one-to-one function to graph its inverse function on the same axes. MO19: The student will interpret slope as a rate of change. MO20: The student will use factoring to find the zeros of polynomial functions. MO21: The student will identify the zeros and their multiplicities of polynomial functions. MO22: The student will determine the end behavior of polynomial functions. MO23: The student will describe the relationship between degree and turning points. MO24: The student will use the Intermediate Value Theorem. MO25: The student will use long division to divide polynomials. MO26: The student will use synthetic division to divide polynomials. MO27: The student will evaluate a polynomial function using the Remainder Theorem. MO28: The student will use the Rational Zero Theorem to find rational zeros. MO29: The student will find the zeros of a non-factorable polynomial function. MO30: The student will use the Linear Factorization Theorem to find polynomials with given zeros. MO31: The student will use Descartes Rule of Signs. MO32: The student will graph exponential functions using transformations. MO33: The student will convert from logarithmic to exponential form. MO34: The student will convert from exponential to logarithmic form. MO35: The student will evaluate logarithms. B. May Page 3
MO36: The student will identify the domain of a logarithmic function. CO4: Apply a variety of problem-solving strategies, including verbal, algebraic, numerical and graphical techniques, to solve multiple-step problems involving equations, inequalities and systems of linear equations. MO1: The student will solve linear equations in one variable. MO2: The student will solve a rational equation. MO3: The student will solve quadratic equations by factoring. MO4: The student will solve quadratic equations using the square root property. MO5: The student will solve quadratic equations by completing the square. MO6: The student will solve quadratic equations using the quadratic formula. MO7: The student will solve radical equations. MO8: The student will solve absolute value equations. MO9: The student will solve inequalities in one variable algebraically. MO10: The student will solve absolute value inequalities. MO11: The student will solve problems involving a quadratic function s minimum or maximum value. MO12: The student will use the Factor Theorem to solve a polynomial equation. MO13: The student will use the product rule for logarithms. MO14: The student will use the quotient rule for logarithms. MO15: The student will use the power rule for logarithms. MO16: The student will expand logarithmic expressions. MO17: The student will condense logarithmic expressions. MO18: The student will use the change-of-base formula for logarithms. MO19: The student will use like bases to solve exponential equations. MO20: The student will use logarithms to solve exponential equations. MO21: The student will use the definition of a logarithm to solve logarithmic equations. MO22: The student will solve systems of equations by substitution. MO23: The student will solve systems of equations by addition. MO24: The student will identify inconsistent systems of equations containing two variables. MO25: The student will express the solution of a dependent system of equations containing two variables. MO26: The student will solve systems of three equations in three variables. CO5: Shift among the verbal, numeric, graphical and symbolic modes in order to analyze functions. MO1: The student will use interval notation. MO2: The student will use a graph to determine where a function is increasing, decreasing or constant. MO3: The student will use a graph to locate local maxima and local minima. MO4: The student will describe characteristics of a parabola. MO5: The student will describe how the graph of a parabola is related to its quadratic function. MO6: The student will determine a quadratic function s minimum or maximum value. MO7: The student will find the domains of rational functions. B. May Page 4
MO8: The student will identify vertical asymptotes. MO9: The student will identify horizontal asymptotes. MO10: The student will sketch the graph of rational functions. CO6: Use appropriate technology in the evaluation, analysis and synthesis of information in problem-solving situations. MO1: The student will graph the functions in the library of basic functions. MO2: The student will graph piecewise-defined functions. MO3: The student will use compound interest formulas. MO4: The student will evaluate exponential functions with base e. MO5: The student will solve systems of equations by graphing. MO6: The student will solve polynomial inequalities by graphing. MO7: The student will solve rational inequalities by graphing. Course Prerequisites MATH 099 with a grade of C% or better, OR MATH 1101 with a grade of C or better, OR an acceptable score on a placement test (at least 76 for CPTE & at least 26 for CPTC). Course Topics Graphs, Functions, and Models More on functions Quadratic Functions and Equations; Inequalities Polynomial and Rational Functions Exponential and Logarithmic Functions Systems of Equations and Matrices Specific Course Requirements Students in this class will be required to: Complete homework assignments and quizzes in WeBWorK. Read or watch videos for each lesson as outlined. Complete Discussion Posts as outlined in each lesson. Complete in-class activities. Complete 4 exams in class. Complete the Final Exam. Entrance Competencies Students enrolled in this course should possess the following technology skills: The ability to access information via the Internet The ability to use GeorgiaView/D2L and associated tools, including discussion boards, chat rooms, online testing and assignment submission features B. May Page 5
The ability to use word processing software and to save in alternate formats The ability to send, receive and include attachments using email The ability to demonstrate netiquette (appropriate online conduct) Required Textbook Author(s): OpenStax College Edition/Copyright: First, 13 February 2015 Publisher: OpenStax College Type: Digital or PDF or Hardback ISBN-10 1938168372 ISBN-13 978-1-938168-37-6 Digital and PDF (downloadable) versions are available (free) at www.openstaxcollege.org. Hardcover textbooks can be purchased at http://www.ishoplochshop.com/. Students should have their textbook by the first week of class. Not having your textbook is not an acceptable excuse for late work. Students who add this course late should refer to the Late Registration section for further guidance. Supplementary Materials COMPUTER: A computer is required and each student needs access to a notebook computer. Students will use their notebook computers during class sessions and tests. Clayton State University requires that students have ready access throughout the semester to a notebook computer that meets faculty-approved hardware and software requirements for the student s academic program. See http://www.clayton.edu/hub/itpchoice for full details of this policy. MATH SOFTWARE: Graph (available for free download from http://www.padowan.dk/graph/download.php) This software is separate from the textbook, and is only available through the indicated sources. WebWorks: A free online homework management system. Course Attendance Policy You will need to remain engaged in the course to avoid falling behind and failing the course. You MUST attend the Wednesday seated class before the deadline or complete at least one graded assignment in Module 1 to be counted as in-attendance of the course. If you fail to do so you will be reported as a no-show and dropped from the course. B. May Page 6
Attendance will be gauged on your presence in the Wednesday class meeting as well as your discussion forum/weekly participation in the online portion of the course. Course tracking can be used to assess the amount of attendance in an online course. Students are expected to attend and participate in class. You are responsible for announcements made and material covered during the Tuesday class meeting whether you are there or not. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades. University Attendance Policy Students are expected to log in and participate as part of their learning in the course. Instructors establish specific policies relating to absences in their courses and communicate these policies to the students through the course syllabi. Individual instructors, based upon the nature of the course, determine what effect excused and unexcused absences have in determining grades and upon students ability to remain enrolled in their courses. The university reserves the right to determine that excessive absences, whether justified or not, are sufficient cause for institutional withdrawals or failing grades. Submitting Assignments Homework and Quizzes will be submitted through WebWork. Discussion Assignments will be submitted through the Discussion Board in D2L. Other assignments will be submitted through Dropbox in D2L, or in class during the Tuesday meeting as directed on the assignment. Make-Up Work Policy Homework and Quizzes may not be made up, but your two lowest homework grades and quiz grades will be dropped. Tests may not be made up, but your lowest test score will be dropped. Method of Evaluation Homework: Homework must be completed in WeBWorK. Homework will count for 8.3% of your grade. Quizzes: Quizzes will be completed in WeBWorK or D2L. Your best 10/12 Quizzes will count for 16.7 % of your grade. Discussion Posts and In-Class Activities: Discussion Posts must be completed by the due date in D2L. In- Class Activities will be done during the seated portion of the class on Tuesdays. Eleven Discussion Posts and six In-Class Activities will combine for 8.3% of your grade. Tests: There will be 4 tests. The best 3 test scores will count towards your grade. Tests will be given (on paper) during the Tuesday class meeting. Tests may be show-your-work or Multiple Choice or a combination. See the schedule at the end of the syllabus for test dates. Tests will count for 50% of your grade. Final Exam: There will be a mandatory, comprehensive departmental final exam. The final exam will be given in class according to the final exam schedule which may be found at B. May Page 7
http://www.clayton.edu/registrar/finals. Failure to take the final exam will result in an F in the course. The final exam will count for 16.7% of your grade. Course Grade: Your course grade will be based on a percentage of points earned. Your grade will be determined by the following scale: A: 89.5 100%, B: 79.5 89.4%, C: 69.5 79.4%, D: 59.5 69.4%, F: 0 59.4% Clayton State University Email Access to communication between the instructor and students will require use of CSU email. The instructor will only respond to CSU email messages from students. Go to The Hub and click Services for information on configuring your laptop computer to comply with CSU IT requirements. You must have your laptop configured to have access to CSU email. You will need to take your laptop to The HUB located on the ground level of the University Center, UC. Laptops should be configured before classes begin. You can also contact the HUB at 678-466-4357. Internet Access This is a hybrid class. Students must have access to a working computer and access to the Internet. Students can use a CSU computer lab (if available), a public library, etc., to insure they have access. Not having a computer or computer crashes are not acceptable excuses for late work. Have a back-up plan in place in case you have computer problems. ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT: Any type of activity that is considered dishonest by reasonable standards may constitute academic misconduct. The most common forms of academic misconduct are cheating and plagiarism. All instances of academic dishonesty will result in a grade of zero for the work involved. All instances of academic dishonesty will be reported to the Office of Student Life/Judicial Affairs. Cheating or assisting friends or classmates during a quiz, examination or other assignment not strictly listed as group or collaborate work will not be tolerated. Students who violate this policy will be dealt with, in accordance with the CSU Code of Conduct and Judicial Procedures. Consequences for plagiarism in () are as follows: A grade of zero for the assignment involved. Library Support: The Libraries of CSU provide access to materials and services that support the academic programs. The address of the Library s web site, which is for all CSU students, is http://www.clayton.edu/library. This site provides access to the Library's Catalog and B. May Page 8
Databases, as well as to links to all Campus libraries and to online or telephone assistance by CSU staff. Additionally, the Library can also be accessed by choosing the "Library" link from the University's home page, www.clayton.edu. COURSE SCHEDULE Dates Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Assignments Sections 2.2, 2.4 (Linear Equations, Complex Numbers) Orientation Homework due Jan. 12 Syllabus/WebWorKs Quiz due Jan. 13 Sections 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 (Quadratic, radical and absolute value equations, Inequalities) Secs. 2.2, 2.4 Homework due Jan. 20 Discussion Post #1 due Jan. 22 Sections 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 (Function notation, Domain & Range, Piecewise functions, Increasing/Decreasing/Constant, Extrema, Average rate of change, Difference Quotient) Quiz #1 (2.2, 2.4) due Jan. 23 Secs. 2.5, 2.6, 2.7 Homework due Jan. 27 Discussion Post #2 Due Jan. 29 Sections 3.4, 3.5 (Operations with functions, Composite functions, Transformations, Symmetry, Review for Test #1) Quiz #2 (2.5, 2.6, 2.7) due Jan. 30 Secs. 3.1, 3.2, 3.3 Homework due Feb. 3 Discussion Post #3 due Feb. 5 Test #1, Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017 Sections 3.6, 3.7, Quadratic & Rational Inequalities (Absolute value functions, oneto-one functions, inverses, Quadratic and rational inequalities) Quiz #3 (3.1, 3.2, 3.3) due Feb. 6 Secs. 3.4, 3.5 Homework due Feb. 10 Discussion Post #4 due Feb. 12 Sections 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 (Linear functions, Models with linear functions, Quadratic functions) Quiz #4 (3.4, 3.5) due Feb. 13 Secs 3.6, 3.7, Q&R Ineq. Homework Due Feb.17 Discussion Post #5 due Feb. 19 B. May Page 9
Week 7 Week 8 Week 9 Week 10 Week 11 Week 12 Week 13 Week 14 Week 15 Week 16 Sections 5.2, 5.3 (Quadratic and Polynomial functions and graphs) Review for Test #2 Quiz #5 (3.6, 3.7) due Feb. 20 Secs. 4.1, 4.2, 5.1 Homework Due Feb. 24 Discussion Post #6 due Feb. 26 Test #2, Wednesday, March 1, 2017 Sections 5.4 5.6 (Dividing polynomials, Zeros of polynomial functions, Rational functions) Quiz #6 (4.1, 4.2) due Feb. 27 Secs 5.2, 5.3 Homework due Mar. 3 Mar. 3: Last day to withdraw with a W Discussion Post #7 due Mar. 12 Sections 6.1, 6.2 (Exponential functions and graphs) Quiz #7 (5.1, 5.2, 5.3) due Mar. 13 Secs. 5.4, 5.5, 5.6 Homework due Mar. 17 Discussion Post #8 due Mar. 19 Sections 5.5, 5.6 (Zeros of polynomial functions, Rational functions) Sec. 5.4 Homework due Mar. 19 Review for Test #3 Quiz #8 (5.4, 5.5, 5.6) due Mar. 20 Secs. 6.1 & 6.2 Homework due Mar. 24 Discussion Post #9 due Mar. 26 Test #3, Wednesday, March 29, 2017 Sections 6.3, 6.4, 6.5 (Log functions, graphs and properties) Quiz #9 (6.1, 6.2) due Mar. 27 Sections 6.6, 6.7 (Exponential & log equations and models) Secs. 6.3, 6.4, 6.5 Homework due Apr. 7 Discussion Post #10 due Apr. 9 Review for Test #4 Quiz #10 (6.3 6.5) due Apr. 10 Secs. 6.6, 6.7 Homework due Apr. 14 Discussion Post #11 due Apr. 16 Test #4, Wednesday, April 19, 2017 Sections 11.1 (Solving 2 x 2 Systems of Equations) Quiz #11 (6.6, 6.7) due Nov. 18 Review for Final Exam Secs. 11.1 Homework due Apr. 28 B. May Page 10
Finals Week Final Exam, May 3, 2017, 12:30 2:30 p.m. B. May Page 11
Student Expectation Statement As an online learner you are expected to: Meet all appropriate deadlines from the application process to the course assignment deadlines to preparing for graduation there are deadlines every step of the way that have been established to make the process easier for students to achieve their goals. It is the student s responsibility to meet all appropriate deadlines. Start with completing your official application documents within the first term to meeting graduation intent deadlines. Use your CSU email the CSU email is your official notification for all that goes on with your online program and events and notices related to the University. Be sure to read your email and keep all correspondence with staff and faculty for future reference. Make sure that your computer meets the technical requirements and that you have adequate Internet connection. Students must have access to a working computer that they have administrator rights on and access to the Internet. Students can use University computer labs, a public library, etc. to access the Internet but some courses may require the ability to download course related software. Make sure you are ready for online learning Does your learning style match an accelerate course pace? Do you have the time to dedicate to an interactive course? CSU courses are not self-paced courses, you must meet all the timelines established by the instructor and participate in all activities assigned. Read your academic catalog your academic catalog is your bible for your online degree program. Please familiarize yourself with your degree program. Pay close attention to admission requirements and prerequisite courses. Know the requirements for your degree plan. If you have questions your academic counselor will assist you. Access your degree program a link is available for students to view all degree requirements, prerequisites, major requirements and minors, if applicable. Be sure to read and follow your syllabus. Be sure to register during the registration timeframes Register early and order your books. Waiting until the first week of classes to register and order books is too late. It is the online learners responsibility to be prepared for the first day of the term. Work with your instructor while in an online course the online learners are expected to work with the faculty who teach the course when questions arise related to the course and the grades. The staff cannot fix a grade. Once the course is completed for a grade and there are still issues, there are appropriate procedures that online learners must follow to address their concerns. Be courteous, polite and respectful to faculty, staff and fellow students. Inappropriate behaviors and comments will not be tolerated. Be ethical in your coursework Cheating, plagiarism, and other such behaviors will not be tolerated at Clayton State University. Specific penalties will be determined by the faculty and the consequences will adhere to CSU policy. Notify the University re: American with Disability Act - Eligible students, with appropriate documentation, will be provided equal opportunity to demonstrate their B. May Page 12
academic skills and potential through the provision of academic adaptations and reasonable accommodations. Class Policies Policies 1. Students are required to turn in assignments as scheduled, otherwise points will be deducted at the discretion of the instructor. 2. Make-up assignments will be given only in the case of a documented medical or personal emergency. Questions in the make-up test may be different from the original questions. 3. If something arises that will prevent you from completing an assignment on time please let me know ASAP. The sooner I know the easier it is to help you make it up. Not hearing from you for days on end after an assignment is late does not help your case. COURSES AT CSU All courses at CSU utilize D2L. In every course, students should read all information presented in the D2L course site and should periodically check for updates at least every 48 hours. CSU E-MAIL All students are responsible for ensuring that the correct e-mail address is listed in D2L by the beginning of Week #1. E-mail is the only way the instructor can, at least initially, communicate with you. It is your responsibility to make sure a valid e-mail address is provided. Failure on your part to do so can result in your missing important information that could affect your grade. Online Class Etiquette or Netiquette 1. Discussion Forums: Please be respectful to fellow students and the professor. Lively discussions, heated debates, disagreements on the subject under discussion will not be allowed to devolve into unwarranted arguments and personal criticisms. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of F. 2. Since we are in the online environment for this course it is important that you follow standard netiquette procedures as outlined below: I. Make posts that are on topic and within scope of the course material/discussion at hand. II. III. Always give proper credit when referencing or quoting another source. Avoid short, generic replies such as, I agree. You should include why you agree/disagree or add to the previous point. If you disagree, you should B. May Page 13
express your differing opinion in a respectful manner, avoiding personal attacks. IV. Since we are online, it s difficult to decipher sarcasm in its written form. Please do your best to avoid it so it s not taken the wrong way. V. Be sure to read all messages in a thread before replying. VI. Take your posts seriously and review, edit, and proofread your posts before submission. Serious grammatical mistakes will distract from your post and may take away from the point you re trying to make. STUDENT/FACULTY INTERACTION Interaction will take place via e-mail, telephone, discussion board forums, comments on written assignments and office visits in addition to the Tuesday class meetings. The student will participate in this course by following the guidelines of this syllabus and any additional information provided by the instructor. The student is expected to remain in regular contact with the instructor and class via e- mail or other communications means, by participating in the discussion forums, submitting assignments and taking exams, all in a timely fashion. Instructors to respond to students e-mail within 24 hours Mon-Thurs, and 48 hours Fri-Sun. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS Students must have: A reliable working computer that runs Windows Vista or higher. A CSU e-mail account that you can access on a regular basis. E-mail software capable of sending and receiving attached files. Access to the Internet. (High speed connection such as cable or DSL preferred) A personal computer capable of running Chrome or current versions of Firefox or Mozilla. Students who use older browser versions will have compatibility problems with D2L. Microsoft WORD software. (I cannot grade anything I cannot open! This means NO MS-Works, NO WordPad, NO WordPerfect) Virus protection software, installed and active, to prevent the spread of viruses via the Internet and e-mail. It should be continually updated! TECHINICAL SUPPORT CENTER Desire2Learn is the virtual classroom for the course. You can gain access to Desire2Learn by signing on to the SWAN portal and selecting: D2L on the top right side. If you experience any difficulties in please email or call the HUB at TheHub@clayton.edu or (678) 466-HELP. You will need to provide the date and time of B. May Page 14
the problem, your SWAN username, the name of the course that you are attempting to access, and your instructor s name. NON-HARASSMENT, HOSTILE WORK/CLASS ENVIRONMENT Behavior which disrupts the teaching-learning process during class activities will not be tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding classroom behavior and/or behavior while participating in classroom activities may be dismissed from class. A student who is dismissed is entitled to due process and will be afforded such rights as soon as possible following dismissal. If found in violation, a student may be administratively withdrawn and may receive a grade of WF. ADAPTIVE NEEDS (ADA) Students who wish to request disability-related accommodations may do so by contacting the Disability Resource Center. The Disability Resource Center may be contacted by phone at 678-466-5445 or via email at DisabilityResourceCenter@clayton.edu. HONESTY AND PLAGIARISM The awarding of a university degree attests that an individual has demonstrated mastery of a significant body of knowledge and skills of substantive value to society. Any type of dishonesty in securing those credentials therefore invites serious sanctions, up to and including suspension and expulsion. Examples of dishonesty include actual or attempted cheating, plagiarism*, or knowingly furnishing false information to any university employee. *Plagiarism is defined as submitting anything for credit in one course that has already been submitted for credit in another course, or copying any part of someone else s intellectual work their ideas and/or words published or unpublished, including that of other students, and portraying it as one s own. Proper quoting, using strict APA formatting, is required, as described by the instructor. Students must properly cite any quoted material. No term paper, business plan, term project, case analysis, or assignment may have no more than 20% of its content quoted from another source. Students who need assistance in learning to paraphrase should ask the instructor for guidance. This university employs plagiarism-detection software, through which all written student assignments are processed for comparison with material published in traditional sources (books, journals, magazines), on the internet (to include essays for sale), and papers turned in by students in the same and other classes in this and all previous terms. The penalty for plagiarism may range from zero credit on the assignment, to zero in the course, to expulsion from the university with appropriate notation in the student s permanent file. Student Code of Conduct B. May Page 15
Behavior that disrupts the teaching learning process during class activities will not be tolerated. While a variety of behaviors can be disruptive in a classroom setting, more serious examples include belligerent, abusive, profane, and/or threatening behavior. A student who fails to respond to reasonable faculty direction regarding online behavior and/or behavior while participating in online course activities may be dismissed from class. A more detailed description the Student Code of Conduct can be found at Center for Academic Success: Throughout the fall, spring, and summer semesters, the Center for Academic Success (CAS) provides personalized one-on-one peer and professional staff tutoring in over 100 core subjects. We are located in Edgewater Hall Suite 276. The CAS also offers moderated study groups, informal study sessions, a comfortable study environment, a student study lounge, and it s all free! Come see us if you need help, come BE a tutor if you don t. Don t wait until it s too late. At the CAS, your academic success is right around the corner! For more information, you can e-mail us! thecas@clayton.edu B. May Page 16