Attendance

All students must attend all scheduled class sessions for the entire semester. If a student cannot participate in any particular day, they must obtain pertinent information about the day they missed from a classmate. Instructor notification is not needed.

 (Online) All students must check their Canvas periodically (at least 2-3 times a week) throughout the course. Distance learning environments are subject to change; therefore, students need to check back frequently.

Deliverables

All course deliverables found in Canvas and distributed by the instructor are expected to be submitted through the Canvas Learning Management System by the due date. Late submissions may not be accepted for points.

Late Submissions

All course deliverables will be given ample time to be completed. Due dates will be reflected on the assignment within Canvas or relayed during class sessions. Under no circumstances will late work be accepted. Late submissions will not be worth any points toward the overall grade.

Tardiness

If a student is tardy for any reason, they will have to obtain any missed information from a classmate so that they do not disrupt the class in session, lecture, or classwork. Information will not be repeated for students arriving past the scheduled start time.

Assessments

Exams and quizzes may be administered in this course. See specific test-taking rules and procedures for our course. Typically exams and quizzes may only be taken once; exceptional circumstances or under student accommodations may warrant more time or additional tries on assessments.

Food & Drink

In-person classes are typically conducted in rooms with sensitive and expensive equipment. Food & drink are not allowed. Liquids may be allowed only in closed containers or with spill-proof lids. No eating in the classroom.

Class Conduct

All students are expected to act professionally; any inappropriate behavior may be subject to disciplinary actions and removal from the classroom (i.e., vulgar language, inappropriate computer activity, bullying,  weapons, physical altercations, class disruption).

Extra Credit

There may be some extra credit opportunities throughout the course.  Extra credit will have due dates provided for them similarly to regular assignments and will only be accepted as “extra credit” if submitted on time. Extra credit is not required for this course and is at the instructor's discretion. 

Additional Help

Suppose the student requires additional help or assistance with the subject matter or materials. In that case, they are at liberty to contact the instructor via [INBOX] on Canvas to set up a meeting or provide solutions. 

Code of Conduct

The Student Code of Conduct applies to all enrolled Students and student organizations associated with the District. It informs Students of their rights and responsibilities related to standards of behavior and good standing. These standards, are upheld through an educational disciplinary process that supports the District’s academic mission. (See AP 5520 Student Discipline Procedures and AP 5530 Student Rights and Grievances). 

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Communication Foundations

1. Becoming a Successful Communicator

2. Working with Others

3. Managing the Communication Process 

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Delivering Effective Messages

1. Routine Messages & Building Goodwill

2. Persuasive Messages 

3. Communicating Bad News

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Researching, Proposing, Reporting, and Presenting

1. Evaluating Business Information

2. Persuasive Business Proposals

3. Business Reports

4. Business Presentations

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Career Communications

1. Your Professional Brand

2. Job Seeking, Interviewing and Follow-Up

E-Mail

If you have any questions or concerns, please get in touch with me through the mail function on your canvas site. I will check the course primarily on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday (usually more often). You can expect a response within 24-48 hours (except on weekends and holidays). 

Canvas

There is no meeting time for this class, but you should plan to check in at least three times per week. It works best if you set up a consistent weekly schedule for working on this class. Treat this schedule respectfully as if you were setting aside the time to attend an in-person course. Don’t get left behind…chances are you will never be able to catch up. Please print out your syllabus and calendar and look at them frequently. 

Whenever you enter the Canvas site, check the Announcements and your mailbox. This is how I alert you to changes or upcoming activities. Since we don’t meet as a class, class announcements are the best way I can communicate class news to you, so don’t miss these.

Discussions

You will be given a weekly topic to discuss on the Discussion Board. The discussion will require you to submit a short but substantial response and a response to one other student's post, but you can respond to more as well. The responses will be due on Sunday of each week; please submit your initial response to the discussion topic by Thursday. This schedule will spark a more productive online conversation. If everyone waits until the last day to submit their response, you won’t have anyone to respond to, and the discussion will be less meaningful. 

Grading

Check your grades frequently. Read my comments to you as well as your numerical grades. The comments are intended to be a helpful learning tool. I will try to grade and comment on all assignments and discussions within one week after the due date. Occasionally, I cannot be as prompt as I would like. If that happens, please be patient.