Syllabus

SANTA ANA COLLEGE

Human Services & Technology Division

Food & Nutrition Department

NUTR 115 - Nutrition

Section #49288 – Online

Spring 2018 (2nd 8-weeks)

 

Instructor: Taylor Rickrode, MS, RDN                                              E-mail: rickrode_taylor@sac.edu

 

Course Description & Student Learning Objectives

Course Description

The function and sources of nutrients and their role in health and disease are assessed within the framework of anatomy, physiology, and chemistry. The course includes utilization of the scientific method to evaluate nutrition information and research and the application of current issues and controversies. Students will analyze their food intake.

 

Course Objectives (SLOs)

1. Students will analyze their current intake and plan appropriate dietary changes to correct the identified nutritional deficiencies and excesses to comply with nutritional standards for general good health.
2. Students will critically evaluate and demonstrate knowledge of nutritional science to identify reliable nutrition information.

 

Expectations & Preparations

Expectations
This is a college-level course. Many students expect that an online course will be easier, or entail less time. This is not true. This online class will take just as much time as a traditional classroom course. College credits are based on the Carnegie Unit, the structure of the US Education system, for a system of “units”. One semester unit represents one lecture hour of required classroom time and two hours of student preparation time. Thus, our three-unit course requires, 6 lecture hours and 12 hours of student preparation, or approximately 18 hours total, per week based on a 8-week schedule that you will need to spend on this course.  That means you should expect to spend 288 hours on a 3-unit class.  Divide the 144 by the number of weeks in your class and that is the minimum you should spend on this level of college classes.

Preparation
Are you ready for Online Learning? Do you have the necessary Canvas skills?

• This course is geared for students who are self-directed, manage their time and have basic computer skills.
• It is mandatory to be able to use the Internet and type all assignments.
• View the “Canvas Course Tour”, under “Modules” in the “Welcome to Your SAC Course” module. It will allow to you become familiar with Canvas and introduce you to a SAC course in Canvas, including how to navigate through the class and the material.
• Please contact your instructor with any questions about the course, navigation, course material and where they can be found.

 

 

Required text and other supplies

• eBook with McGraw-Hill Connect Access: Wardlaws, Contemporary Nutrition Updated with 2015-2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 10^th Edition with Access to McGraw-Hill Connect, purchased directly through the McGraw-Hill link in Canvas for $75.00.
• Optional Hardcopy Textbook: In the bookstore you may purchase a hardcopy of the textbook bundled with the McGraw-Hill Connect Online Access Code for $97.50. Only purchase this if you prefer a printed book vs. the eBook that is only available online.
• Access to a computer and campus e-mail systems (WebAdvisor and Canvas).

 

Course Policies

What is the quiz/exam policy? Do you allow make-ups?

Quizzes and exams will cover material from the readings, assignments, supplementary materials, audiovisual presentations, and discussion board topics. All quizzes/exams must be taken the week indicated on the schedule unless otherwise specified by the instructor. No make-up quizzes or exams will be allowed. Only under exceptional circumstances (i.e. documented emergency) may a student make up a missed quiz or exam, and then only if the instructor is notified in advance. Check the course schedule for due dates.

 

What is the assignment policy?

Assignments are due on the day listed in our course schedule or as specified by the instructor.   All written assignments must be typed and submitted to Canvas in a Microsoft Office format or PDF, I am unable to open pages or numbers documents on my office computer. You may request permission to submit an assignment late one time, it will be placed at the bottom of the instructors grading queue and you will only see a grade without instructor feedback. You will receive zero points for all other assignments submitted late.

 

Can assignments be turned in early? What about exams?

Yes, you may submit your assignments early to Canvas. They may not be graded until after the due date with the other assignments. You cannot work ahead on quizzes/exams, they are only available for the week indicated in the course schedule.

 

What is the standard of participation?
Netiquette or Net Etiquette refers to the acceptable standards of behavior when interacting in an online environment.  There are a few simple rules:

• Be Respectful of Others and Their Privacy:  It is important to be courteous and respectful of others time, privacy, and opinions; behave in a manner that is professional; never “say” anything online that you wouldn’t be willing to say to someone in person; remember that there are many different viewpoints, beliefs and ideas – embrace the variety, you may change your opinion … understand that we may disagree as it is part of the learning experience … if you do disagree, remember to challenge the idea and not the person; be open minded and listen to other’s thoughts and ideas. 
• Appropriate Language and Communication:Check your writing for errors before posting, either use a word processing program (such as Word) or use the spell check tool in the text boxes within the course.  Use proper spelling and grammar.  Refrain from using social media abbreviations (e.g. lol, omg, lmao, etc.) and any inappropriate or offensive words.  Remember do not type in all capital letters – it is the same as yelling at someone and is considered rude.  Be careful with the use of humor and sarcasm, both can be easily misunderstood without the benefit of seeing facial expressions and hearing inflection and tone of voice.
• Just the Facts:Respect other people’s time by keeping messages, posts, and comments short and to-the-point. Support stated opinions with facts and reliable sources.  Review all discussion posts before posting your own to avoid redundancy.  Remember to be friendly, positive, and self-reflective when participating.

Accommodations for Disabilities: Disabled Student Programs and Services Statement
A student with a disability, who would like to request an academic accommodation, is responsible for identifying herself/himself to the instructor and to the Disabled Student Programs and Services (DSPS). To make arrangements for academic accommodations, contact the Disabled Student Office in The Village (VL-203), or phone (714) 564-6264, TTY (714) 564-6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS Department.

Academic Honesty Policy
From 2017/2018 SAC Catalog, page 20: Students at Santa Ana College are expected to be honest and forthright in their academic endeavors. To falsify the results of one’s research, to steal the words or ideas of another, or to cheat on an examination, corrupts the essential process by which knowledge is advanced. Academic dishonesty is seen as an intentional act of fraud, in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or efforts of another without authorization, or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic exercise. As institutions, we also consider academic dishonesty to include forgery of academic documents, intentionally impeding or damaging the academic work of others, assisting other students in acts of dishonesty or coercing students into acts of dishonesty.

Communications

The primary sources of communication in this course will be through the “Ask the Professor” discussion board and by email. Please be sure to have a current working email address in Webadvisor because this is the email that is reflected in Canvas.

 

   Personal Issues: For questions regarding personal issues such as a grade on a specific assignment, please communicate with me via email.

  

   General Assignment and Course Questions: For questions about specific assignments, course or Canvas topics, please refer to our “Ask the Professor” discussion board. Students are encouraged to post answers to each other’s questions. I will check the board at least once each day to post answers during the school week.

 

When should I expect a response to emails?

I will generally respond to emails within 24 hours between Monday 9am and Friday 4pm if they have the section number in the subject line. Emails received over the weekend will be answered on Monday. Responses to emails without the proper subject information will be delayed.

 

What if I have technical difficulties with Canvas?

For technical support contact the Distance Education Office at (714)564-6725 or visit their office located in room A-101. You may also call the Canvas help line at (844)612-7428.

 

What if I’m having trouble organizing my ideas for papers and discussion boards?

Take an early draft to the Learning Center located in room D-307. Their phone number is (714) 564-6569 and their hours will be shown on this website Learning Center Hours.

Methods of Evaluation

How is my participation tracked by the instructor?

I will track your participation using Canvas by monitoring your completion of quizzes, assignments, and discussion boards. You may be dropped by the instructor if you do not complete Discussion Board #1 as a “No Show” or for excessive inactivity which is defined as failing to participate in 3 or more online discussions or weekly quizzes. Unusual circumstances may allow exceptions with appropriate documentation therefore it is important to contact the instructor as soon as possible if this is the case.

 

What are the dates related to my registration status for this course, including drop deadlines?

It is your responsibility to officially withdraw from the class if you determine that you can no longer participate. Failure to drop the class may result in a failing grade. Please see registration status and drop dates in Webadvisor.

 

How do I earn points in this class?

A summary for the methods of assessment are listed below:

1. Quizzes: You will complete a quiz, within McGraw-Hill Connect, assessing your understanding of the objectives covered each week.  Quizzes will be available via McGraw-Hill Connect, each Monday morning and must be completed by 11:59 PM the following Sunday.

Quiz format: Ten multiple choice questions will appear one at a time rather than all at once.

Time limit: 30 minutes for each attempt. Once you have started taking a quiz, you may NOT save it or back track to previous questions.

Attempts allowed: Two attempts, the same quiz may not appear twice because the questions are randomly selected from a test bank for each attempt.

Grading: Your highest score of the two attempts will be recorded.

2. LearnSmart Activities: You will complete an activity emphasizing important topics covered each week. Activities will be available via McGraw-Hill Connect, at 6 AM each Monday morning and must be completed by 11:59 PM the following Sunday. You are awarded 10 points for completion, no points are deducted for wrong answers.
3. Discussion Board Participation:  Online discussions can be one of the richest elements of your online experience. Electronic discussions offer a unique opportunity to be “heard.” You don’t need to raise your hand and wait to be called on. You can think carefully about what you want to say and look it over before you post it. You can consider the contributions of your peers more thoughtfully and go back to comments again when a second reading offers clarification and a deeper understanding. I value your contributions to our discussions. You have a great deal to offer and to learn from one another. You may surprise yourself with your insights, creativity and wisdom about teaching and learning through these discussions.

Discussion board topics will be available via Canvas, “Discussions” tab: The participation will be initiated by the instructor on Monday mornings and your postings must be completed by 11:59 PM on Sunday. You are required to follow the instructions given by the instructor for each discussion board so read each prompt carefully and make note of requirements and timeframes.

• Responses to discussion board topics should be well thought-out and use critical thinking skills.
• Write in complete sentences and check spelling/grammar.
• Avoid sarcasm and inappropriate language, this type of interaction does not reflect well online.
• Most of all be respectful of your classmates and their opinions.

 

 

4. Assignments: You complete assignments that support the learning objectives and submit to Canvas.

Instructions: The detailed instructions will be posted in Canvas at the beginning of the semester.

Due dates: Each assignment is due by 11:59 PM on the due date in the course overview.

5. 3-Day Dietary Analysis Assignment: This assignment will be completed using NutritionCalc Plus Online, this is accessed via the Connect page used for the LearnSmart Activities.

Instructions: The detailed instructions are available via Canvas.

Due date: By 11:59 PM on the due date in the course overview.

6. Final Exam: You will complete a final exam assessing your understanding of the objectives covered in all the modules.  This exam will be available via Canvas during the last week of class, at 6 AM Monday morning and must be completed by 11:59 PM on the due date.

Final format: Questions will appear all at once rather than one at a time and you will have the ability to back track.

Time limit: You will have 90 minutes to complete the exam.

Attempts allowed: One attempt will be allowed.

 

What percentage of my points comes from each assessment?

16 Quizzes (16 @ 10 points each)                                               160 points       (20%)

16 LearnSmart Activities (16 @ 10 points each)             160 points       (20%)

Discussion Board Participation (6 @ 15 points each)      90 points       (25%)

Assignments (2 @ 25 points each)                                  50 points       (10%)

Diet Analysis Assignment (4 @ 35 points each)              140 points       (12.5%)                                   

Final Exam                                                                                    100 points       (12.5%)                                   

                                          Total Points Possible:              700 points

 

How many points do I need to earn a passing grade?

Each student’s final grade will be determined according to the total number of points earned during the semester.

Total Points                             Percentage                              Grade

630-700 points                      90-100%                                  A

560-629 points                      80-89.9%                                 B

490-559 points                      70-79.9%                                 C

420-489 points                      60-69.9%                                 D

<419 points                           59.9% or below                     F

 

 

Schedule

 

What is the tentative plan for the semester?

Below you will see a table displaying a list of the modules along with their specific due date and chapter topic.

 

Module	Due Date	What are the chapter topics?	What is due this week?
1	4/15	Class Orientation Video	Discussion Board #1
1	4/15	Chapter 1 Food Choices & Health	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 1 Quiz: Chapter 1
2	4/22	Chapter 2 Guidelines for Designing a Healthy Diet	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 2 Quiz: Chapter 2 Discussion Board #2
		Chapter 3 The Human Body: A Nutrition Perspective	Assignment #1 – Nutrition Information Investigation LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 3 Quiz: Chapter 3
3	4/29	Chapter 4 Carbohydrates	Diet Analysis – Part 1 LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 4 Quiz: Chapter 4
		Chapter 5 Lipids	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 5 Quiz: Chapter 5
4	5/6	Chapter 6 Proteins	Discussion Board #3 Original Diet Analysis – Part 2 LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 6 Quiz: Chapter 6
		Chapter 7 Energy Balance & Weight Control	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 7 Quiz: Chapter 7
5	5/13	Chapter 8 Vitamins	Discussion Board #3 Assignment #2 – Journal Article Summary LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 8 Quiz: Chapter 8
		Chapter 9 Water & Minerals	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 9 Quiz: Chapter 9 Diet Analysis – Part 3

 

 

6	5/20	Chapter 10 Nutrition: Fitness & Sports	Discussion Board #4 Diet Analysis – Part 4 LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 10 Quiz: Chapter 10 Discussion Board #6 Original Post
		Chapter 11 Eating Disorders	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 11 Quiz: Chapter 11
7	5/27	Chapter 12 Undernutrition Throughout the World	Discussion Board #4 Replies LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 12 Quiz: Chapter 12
		Chapter 13 Safety of Our Food Supply	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 13 Quiz: Chapter 13
8	6/3	Chapter 14 Nutrition During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding	Discussion Board #5 LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 14 Quiz: Chapter 14
		Chapter 15 Nutrition from Infancy through Adolescence	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 15 Quiz: Chapter 15
		Chapter 16 Nutrition During Adulthood	LearnSmart Activity: Chapter 16 Quiz: Chapter 16 Discussion Board #6 Final Review Post
		Final Exam Preparation	Final Exam