Environmental Science 1

Greetings scholars!

My name is Heather Kokorowski, and I am excited to serve as your online instructor for Introduction to Environmental Science.

Please take 1 minute to view my video, then explore the rest of this Welcome Syllabus to learn more about our course! Tabs are found at the top of the page, or by clicking on the menu icon (three lines) in the upper-left of the screen on mobile devices.

Prof. Kokorowski

What you can expect from me:

1. I will provide you with a clear, organized course that is designed to ensure you meet our course outcomes in a meaningful manner.

2. I will provide a variety of assignments to ensure your learning needs are met.

3. I will be actively present in your learning.

4. I will provide a supportive and safe environment for you to share and discuss ideas with your peers.

5. I will reach out to you when I sense that you need support.

6. I will treat you with dignity and respect and be flexible to support your individual needs while guiding and encouraging you to stay on track.

7. I won't be perfect. I am human and will make mistakes at times. I will view mistakes as an opportunity to learn and grow.

8. Is there anything else you would like to add to this list? If so, you will have the opportunity to make a suggestion in our Course Orientation Module.

What I will expect from you:

1. You strive to be an active participant in this course and strive to meet due dates.

2. You will maintain an open line of communication with me so I understand how to support you.

3. You will contact me, ahead of the deadline if at all possible, if you have a concern with meeting a due date.

4. You strive to regularly contribute to collaborative activities to ensure other members of the community have ample opportunity to read/listen, reflect, and respond to your ideas.

5. You will treat your peers with dignity and respect. We are all here to learn!

6. You will do your best to have patience with technology. There will be hiccups, expect them. We will get through them together.

7. You will give yourself grace. Expect to make mistakes. You are human and you are stressed.

8. Is there anything else you would like to add to this list? If so, you will have the opportunity to make a suggestion in our Course Orientation Module.

How to Contact Me

My preferred contact method is through the Canvas Inbox. If you contact me Monday-Friday, I will respond within 24 hours (usually much sooner!).

How to Get your General Questions Answered

If you have a general question about the course, please use the "Ask Here for Help" discussion. Your question will be seen by your peers and anyone is welcome to answer!