Policies

Please note: Completing class assignments will require access to a computer with good internet access. If you do not have one at home, plan to spend a significant amount of time in the computer lab in the basement of Imholte Hall (Room 11).

CLASS DISCUSSION: Our rules for discussion that were developed in class are:

  • We will show respect for different opinions by responding tactfully, in a respectful tone, using "I" statements and being open to others' opinions

  • We will actively engage in the subject by paying attention and responding to each other, don't undermine each other.

  • We will be accountable for what we say and take criticism constructively, not defensively

  • We will come to discussions informed and use facts, not slander, in our comments

ABSENCES: It is impossible to do well in the class without attending regularly. If you have an unexcused absence, you will not be allowed to make up any activities that you missed. If you have legitimate absence (through the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Office), you will not be penalized. Nor will you be penalized if you are sick, have jury duty, are called up for military duty, or are otherwise unavoidably absent. However, that does not mean you do not need to make up the work you missed. You must let me know as soon as possible if you realize you will miss class and discuss with me how to make up any activities that you missed.

IN-CLASS WRITING: This class includes a number of in-class writing assignments, including reflections on activities. Although I try to give adequate time for students to finish the assignments, some students write more slowly than others. If you need more time, please talk to me so I can make arrangements for you to either use extra time after class or to do the in-class writings at a different time. There is no problem with taking extra time or turning in reflections via Moodle, just let me know so I can make the arrangements.

LATE WORK: As explained on the Grading page, there is no late work for this class because we use a token system. If you must turn something in late, then you must spend a token to turn it in. If you have no tokens, then you must earn more or fail the assignment. All work needs to be turned in by the unit make-up deadline, which is clearly marked on the class schedule. I will only make exceptions in unusual cases.

EXTRA CREDIT: There is no extra credit in this class because the class token system allows you to re-take assignments.

PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING: If you are caught cheating in this class, I will give you a zero on the assignment. Depending on the situation, you may be given an opportunity to re-do the assignment. This opportunity is at my discretion. If you cheat for a second time, I will report your conduct to the university and you will fail the class.

COMMON COURTESY: In this class, I ask that you are respectful of other students and the instructor. Use computers only for taking notes, and keep your cell phone off and out of your hands, unless you are expecting an emergency call. You are adults, and therefore I trust you to know when it is necessary for you to make use ofphones and computers, and when such devices are distracting you and others.

ASSESSMENT: Student work from this class may be anonymously shared by this program, UMM or the AAC&U to assess achievement of student learning outcomes. If you do not wish your work to contribute to learning assessment, please inform the professor.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATIONS: The University of Minnesota views disability as an important aspect of diversity, and is committed to providing equitable access to learning opportunities for all students. The Disability Resource Center (DRC) is the campus office that collaborates with students who have disabilities to provide and/or arrange reasonable accommodations.

  • If you have, or think you have, a disability in any area such as, mental health, attention, learning, chronic health, sensory, or physical, please contact the DRC office on your campus (UM Morris 320.589.6178) to arrange a confidential discussion regarding equitable access and reasonable accommodations.

  • Students with short-term disabilities, such as a broken arm, should be able to work with instructors to remove classroom barriers. In situations where additional assistance is needed, students should contact the DRC as noted above.

  • If you are registered with the DRC and have a disability accommodation letter dated for this semester or this year, please contact your instructor early in the semester to review how the accommodations will be applied in the course.

  • If you are registered with the DRC and have questions or concerns about your accommodations please contact the Coordinator of the Disability Resource Center.

Additional information is available on the DRC website: http://www.morris.umn.edu/academicsuccess/disability/, or e-mail hoekstra@morris.umn.edu

For other University policies, please see the following links:

http://policy.umn.edu/Policies/Education/Education/MAKEUPWORK.html

http://policy.umn.edu/Policies/Education/Education/GRADINGTRANSCRIPTS.html

http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/academic/Student_Conduct_Code.html

http://policy.umn.edu/Policies/Education/Education/INSTRUCTORRESP.html

http://www1.umn.edu/oscai/integrity/student/index.html

http://www.morris.umn.edu/services/dsoaac/dso

http://policy.umn.edu/Policies/Education/Education/CLASSNOTESSTUDENTS.html

http://policy.umn.edu/Policies/Education/Education/CLASSROOMPED.html

http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/humanresources/SexHarassment.html

http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/administrative/Equity_Diversity_EO_AA.html