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1. EDO 100: Academic Orientation (1 credit)Department of Curriculum and InstructionCollege of Education, Eastern Kentucky University2. COURSE DESCRIPTION:Designed to orient the student to university academic life and afford background for career choiceand preparation. Included are University regulations and calendar, catalog details, registration andpreregistration, various career opportunities, and program requirements.3. TEXT/COURSE MATERIALS: Cuseo, J.B., Fecas, V., & Thompson, A., (2007). Thriving in College: Research-Based Strategiesfor Academic Success and Personal Development. Kendall/Hunt. University Date Book (distributed during New Student Days Convocation or purchased at EKUBookstore) Student Handbook /student handbook.php) Undergraduate Catalog (distributed during Summer Orientation) A Long Way Gone (provided to students free of charge during Summer Orientation. Studentswho did not attend orientation or lost their copy can purchase another copy in the EKUBookstore) New Student Days Proof of Attendance Form (received at New Student Days check in or atevents) Colonel’s Compass (online - http://www.eku.edu/compass/)4. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:1. Identify a set of powerful learning strategies for academic success that can be used throughoutyour college career.2. Enable you to learn more about Eastern Kentucky University, the College of Education andUniversity expectations, and the resources available to you.3. Develop your skills in note-taking, reading comprehension, memorization, and identify studyand test-taking strategies that lead to academic success.4. Develop your skills in critical thinking to allow you to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, andfallacies of logic in arguments and issues.5. Promote your understanding of diversity and how experiencing it can lead to personaldevelopment, career success, and critical thinking.6. Facilitate a process that prepares you to be an effective citizen in a diverse society.7. Identify specific strategies in exploring career options while gaining an awareness of yourpersonal identity and life goals.8. Exploration of the field of teaching while gaining an understanding of what being a teacherwill mean to you in terms of academic expectations and as a future profession.5. METHODS OF EVALUATIONMid-term grades will be available through EKUDirect on October 15, 2010.Final grades will be available on EKUDirect on December 21, 2010.GRADING SYSTEM
Example of a Grading SystemThe following points will be used to determine your final grade in this course. All assignments willbe announced well in advance and will be on the course schedule as well.Course gradesHomework assignmentsAdditional Out of Class ExperiencesMid-termQuizzesFinal ProjectAttendanceTotal:200 points300 points150 points100 points150 points100 points1000 pointsGrading System900 – 100A800 – 899B700 – 799C600 – 699D599 and below F4.03.02.01.00.0STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES:Cell Phone PolicyYour cell phone must be on SILENT while you are in my class. (Not vibrate or ring). Your cell phone shouldnot come out of your bag or pocket. Text messaging is prohibited. Violations of this policy can result inremoval from class for the day and be counted as a class absence6. ATTENDANCE POLICY:Class participation is essential for discussion. Students are expected to attend all classes. Attendance shouldbe taken at the beginning of every class and again after any breaks. Students can miss 3 classes.*MISSING 4 CLASSES WILL RESULT IN A DROP OF ONE LETTER GRADEFOR THE COURSE. 5 ABSENCES WILL RESULT IN A FAILING GRADE FORTHIS CLASS*.Absences will be considered excused for: University sponsored trips Student illness or serious illness of an immediate family member Death of an immediate family memberStudents must notify the instructor in advance and provide verification if he/she will miss a class for anexcused reason. If a student must miss a test or assignment, written notification must be given prior to the duedate.7. LAST DAY TO DROP: a full semester course without a “W” is August 29, 2010.LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW: October 29, 20108. DISABILITIES STATEMENT: If you are registered with the Office of Services for Individualswith Disabilities, please make an appointment with the course instructor to discuss any academicaccommodations you need. If you need academic accommodations and are not registered withthe Office of Services for Individuals with Disabilities, please contact the office either directly inperson on the third floor of the Student Services Building, by email at disserv@eku.edu or by
telephone at (859) 622-2933 V/TTY. Upon individual request, this syllabus can be madeavailable in alternative forms.9. ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: Students are advised that EKU's Academic Integrity policy will bestrictly enforced in this course. The Academic Integrity policy is available atwww.academicintegrity.eku.edu. Questions regarding the policy may be directed to the Office ofAcademic Integrity.10. COURSE REQUIREMENTS:1. ExaminationsOne midterm exam will be given this semester. It will cover the assigned readings in the textbook, lectures,discussions, handouts and any additional material assigned throughout the 1st half of the semester.2. HomeworkWe will do numerous homework exercises, including journal writings, group projects, handouts, etc. Many ofthe assignments may need to be included in a larger folder assignment later. So please keep all yourassignments together in your binder in order to avoid more work later on.3. Out of Class ExperiencesEach student will be expected to participate in a variety of out of class activities and may need to submit ashort written report about the experience. Some are in the evening.*Students will be required to attend 3 outside of class events for EKU. Students will need to bring inwritten notification of attendance. The first 2 are required by the state but your 3rd outside event I am leavingup to you to choose. Below are the events that you are required to attend:1) Alcohol Awareness : Thursday, September 9 at 7 pm in Brock Auditorium2) Funny Money: Thursday, August 26th at 7pm in Brock Auditorium3) Your Choice: As long at the event is EKU sponsored you choice what your 3rd outside event will be.4. QuizzesQuizzes will be given during the semester. They will cover the assigned reading in the textbook, lectures,handouts and any additional material assigned. Unannounced quizzes may be given. Brief quizzes are givenAFTER ALMOST ALL Readings.5. Advising MeetingsDepending on your progress in the course, I may require you to meet with me during the semester.6. Folder projects and Final ProjectsMany assignments you complete will compile together and become part of a larger project, in order to trackyour development throughout the semester. I will decide the specifics of the final project as the semestermoves along. I like to adjust the project according to the dynamics of the class.
11. COURSE OUTLINE:Week Dates108/24TopicIntroduction,Making theTransition toCollegeCOURSE OUTLINEReadingsIntroductionChapter 1: Touching All theBasesIntroductions and SyllabusReviewConfirm student’s EKU email addressHomeworkSyllabus review, SetExpectations, Introductions,Confirm student’s EKU e-mailaddress,Assign Homework from Chapter1Assign Do What You AreHomeworkGive Quiz on Chapter 1Homework from Chapter 1 DUEAssign Homework from Chap. 4Assign Library Homework(Book)Amanda Tudor speaking fromCareer Services on Do WhatYou Are (08/31)Chap. 4 Homework DUELibrary Homework DUEGive Quiz on Chap. 4Assign Book Review 2 pages(10/05)Assign Homework from Chap. 5Chap. 5 Homework DUEGive Quiz on Chap. 7Assign Homework in Chapter 6208/31Campus ResourcesChapter 1: Touching All theBases309/07Library SkillsStrategic LearningChapter 4: Strategic LearningChapter 1: Touching All theBases409/14Chapter 5: ImprovingMemory and TestPerformance509/21Strategies forRememberingWhat You HaveLearnedMoving BeyondBasic KnowledgeChapter 6: Higher-LevelThinkingChap. 6 Homework DUEGive Quiz on Chap. 6Assign Homework from Chap. 7609/28Research, Writing,and SpeakingChapter 7: Three KeyAcademic Skills710/05Mid-Term ExamOver Chapters 1, 4, 5, 6, 7Give Quiz on Chap. 7Chap. 7 Homework DUEAssign Homework from Chap. 8Bring a Degree Works Audit(10/19)Remind About HomeworkAssignment from Chap. 8 andDegree Works AuditBook Review (2 Pages) DUE810/12910/19NO CLASS –FALL BREAKAppreciating theValue of HumanDifferencesChapter 8: DiversityGive Quiz on Chap. 8Chap 8 Homework DUEAssign Homework from Chap. 9Cover Degree Works andCourse Planning
1010/26CareerExploration,Preparation, andDevelopmentChapter 9: Finding a Path toYour FutureGive Quiz on Chap. 9Chap. 9 Homework DUEAssign Homework fromChap. 101111/02Managing Timeand MoneyChapter 10: LifeManagement Skills1211/09Chapter 11: InterpersonalRelationships1311/16Communicatingand RelatingEffectively toOthersThe PhysicalDimension1411/23Mental andSpiritualDimensionsChapter 13: Health andWellnessGive Quiz on Chap. 10Chap. 10 Homework DUEAssign Homework from Chap.11Assign EducationalAutobiography/OralHistory/Career Paper(4 pages)and Presentation(12/07)Give Quiz on Chap. 11Chap. 11 Homework DUEAssign Homework from Chap.12Give Quiz on Chap. 12Chap. 12 Homework DUEAssign Homework from Chap.13Give Quiz on Chap. 13Chap. 13 Homework DUE1511/30Epilogue: Thriving inCollege and BeyondGive Quiz on Epilogue1612/07A Matter ofPrinciples andCharacterReview for FinalExamExam Review for Chapters8-EpilogueEducational Autobiography/Oral History/Career: 4 pages andPresentation DUEExam Review for Chapters 8Epilogue1712/14Final ExamChapter 12: Health andWellnessFinal ExamUNIVERSITY EMAIL POLICY: The University has adopted an official communication policybetween faculty and students at the institution. Faculty and students will use their official EKU emailaddresses to communicate (not off-campus addresses). Please adhere to this policy whencommunicating with the course instructor.
Course P/NEDO 100Course TitleAcademic OrientationRELATIONSHIP TO:College of Education Conceptual FrameworkK- Basic Knowledge, A- Application, PA- Portfolio Artifact, KA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6- KeyAssessmentsCF1CF2CF3CF4CF5KKKentucky Teacher Standards – Initial or AdvancedK- Basic Knowledge, A- Application, PA- Portfolio Artifact, KA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6- KKKKKEKU GoalsEKU-G1EKU–G2EKU-G3XEKU-G4XEKU-G5XKERA InitiativesIdentify the initiative number(s) for each categoryLearnerProgram ofProgram ofGoals/AcademicStudies:Studies: Skills &ExpectationsUnderstandingsConceptsNANANACore ContentNAEPSB ThemesK- Basic Knowledge, A- Application, PA- Portfolio Artifact, KA 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6- eadingAchievementGapK, ACONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK ELEMENTSX CF1: Knowledge Element - Enables candidates to construct understanding of the complexityand richness of the teaching/learning process.
CF2: Pedagogical Skills - Enables the professional educator to facilitate learning for allstudents.X CF3: Dispositions - Includes the professional attitudes, values and beliefs that support studentlearning and development.CF4: Technology - Focuses on preparing candidates who are able to use educationaltechnology to help all students learn.X CF5: Diversity - Reflects the Unit’s commitment to preparing candidates to support learningfor all studentsTEACHER STANDARDS (February 2008) (If listing by course objective use KTS and thenumber)LEVELSTANDARDSIniti AdvanalcedSTANDARD 1: THE TEACHER DEMONSTRATES APPLIEDCONTENT KNOWLEDGE1.1 Communicates concepts, processes, and knowledge.X1.2 Connects content to life experiences of student.X1.3 Demonstrates instructional strategies that are appropriate for content andcontribute to student learning.Initi AdvanalcedSTANDARD 2: THE TEACHER DESIGNS AND PLANSINSTRUCTION2.1 Develops significant objectives aligned with standards.2.2 Uses contextual data to design instruction relevant to students.2.3 Plans assessments to guide instruction and measure learning objectives.2.4 Plans instructional strategies and activities that address learning objectivesfor all students.2.5 Plans instructional strategies and activities that facilitate multiple levels oflearning.Initi AdvanalcedSTANDARD 3: THE TEACHER CREATES AND MAINTAINSLEARNING CLIMATE3.1 Communicates high expectations.3.2 Establishes a positive learning environment.3.3 Values and supports student diversity and addresses individual needs.3.4 Fosters mutual respect between teacher and students and among students.3.5 Provides a safe environment for learning.Initi AdvanalcedSTANDARD 4: THE TEACHER IMPLEMENTS AND MANAGESINSTRUCTION
4.1 Uses a variety of instructional strategies that align with learning objectivesand actively engage students.4.2 Implements instruction based on diverse student needs and assessment data.4.3 Uses time effectively.4.4 Uses space and materials effectively.4.5 Implements and manages instruction in ways that facilitate higher orderthinking.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 5: THE TEACHER ASSESSES AND COMMUNICATESLEARNING RESULTS5.1 Uses pre-assessments.5.2 Uses formative assessments.5.3 Uses summative assessments.5.4 Describes, analyzes, and evaluates student performance data.5.5 Communicates learning results to students and parents.5.6 Allows opportunity for student self-assessment.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 6: THE TEACHER DEMONSTRATES THEIMPLEMENTATION OF TECHNOLOGY6.1 Uses available technology to design and plan instruction.6.2 Uses available technology to implement instruction that facilitates studentlearning.6.3 Integrates student use of available technology into instruction.6.4 Uses available technology to assess and communicate student learning.6.5 Demonstrates ethical and legal use of technology.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 7: REFLECTS ON AND EVALUATES TEACHING ANDLEARNING7.1 Uses data to reflect on and evaluate student learning.7.2 Uses data to reflect on and evaluate instructional practice.7.3 Uses data to reflect on and identify areas for professional growth.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 8: COLLABORATES WITHCOLLEAGUES/PARENTS/OTHERS8.1 Identifies students whose learning could be enhanced by collaboration.8.2 Designs a plan to enhance student learning that includes all parties in thecollaborative effort.8.3 Implements planned activities that enhance student learning and engage allparties.8.4 Analyzes data to evaluate the outcomes of collaborative efforts.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 9: EVALUATES TEACHING AND IMPLEMENTS
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT9.1 Self assesses performance relative to Kentucky’s Teacher Standards.9.2 Identifies priorities for professional development based on data from selfassessment, student performance and feedback from colleagues.9.3 Designs a professional growth plan that addresses identified priorities.9.4 Shows evidence of professional growth and reflection on the identifiedpriority areas and impact on instructional effectiveness and student learning.InitialAdvancedSTANDARD 10: PROVIDES LEADERSHIP WITHINSCHOOL/COMMUNITY/PROFESSION10.1 Identifies leadership opportunities that enhance student learning and/orprofessional environment of the school.10.2 Develops a plan for engaging in leadership activities.10.3 Implements a plan for engaging in leadership activities.10.4 Analyzes data to evaluate the results of planned and executed leadershipefforts.EKU GOALS (If listing by course objective use EKU-G and the number)XXXEKU-G1. To promote and support an inclusive climate that respects and celebratesdiversity by attracting, developing and educating a diverse student, faculty, and staffpopulation.EKU-G2. To continuously assess and improve the services and infrastructure of theUniversity to support and maintain high quality programs.EKU-G 3. To promote learning through high quality programs, research, and supportservices.EKU-G4. To develop and enhance an environment facilitating intellectual curiosity,cultural opportunities and problem-solving abilities for members of the Universitycommunity.EKU-G5. To increase and enhance external and internal constituency engagement, whilemaintaining a connection with the southeastern region of Kentucky.
A Long Way Gone (provided to students free of charge during Summer Orientation. Students who did not attend orientation or lost their copy can purchase another copy in the EKU Bookstore) New Student Days Proof of
