The Essentials

• This is an IN PERSON course that meets on Wednesdays from 9:30am-12:00pm

• You can view the academic calendar HERE.

• This is not a self-paced class.  We are a community and we are in this together.

• This course is organized into weekly modules.  You should complete each module before class on Wednesday. 

• This is a "flipped" course.  You will listen to the lecture at home and we will apply concepts in class.  To be successful in this class you should come to class prepared!

• All course materials will be available on ELMS and all assignments will be submitted through ELMs. 

• The best way to contact Dr. Stickle is through SLACK.  (See more below.) 

How to be Successful in This Course

• Participate in class. This includes attending class regularly, completing the readings and videos, participating in discussions and other activities, and submitting assignments. Your participation is not only an important part of your learning, it will also contribute to the learning of your peers. As members of our learning community, each of us has a responsibility to create an environment in which we can all learn from each other. 

• Check ELMS regularly and be prepared for class.  Make it a practice to review what is going to be expected of you the next week well before class.  The first week we will go through the syllabus.  After that you will move on to Topic 1.  Between classes you will prepare for the next topic.  So, you will come to class prepared to discuss Topic 1 during the second week of class.   

• There will be a Module for each week of class.  Each module will have READ FIRST page which will describe what to expect for the week. Every week you will have a book chapter to read and, possibly, some videos to watch.  There will often be a weekly participation assignment.  Usually we will complete this in class but there may be parts that you will be asked to complete in preparation for class.  Participation worth 15% of your grade.  These are low stakes assignments.  Missing one will not have a large impact on your grade. Life happens.  Don't panic.  That being said, I will not accept late work or offer make up participation assignments. Coming to class prepared is what will make this class fun.  You don't keep up with the readings/video lectures, it will be difficult to complete in class discussions.  Please come to class prepared!