Course Syllabus
Course Description:
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Meet Your Instructor: I'm smart, beautiful and humble. (OK, really I'm super goofy and grateful to be here at SAC.) See what others say at Rate My Professors. (Please note I have a chili-pepper; just saying.) You are always welcome to drop by my office or contact me by e-mail with any questions or concerns. A-107-1, smith_kim@sac.edu and (714) 564-6770. Office hours are posted in the LMS, on my office door, and in the Business Department.
ATTENDANCE POLICY: Your attendance is expected at every class and attendance will be factored into the final grade you receive. You should pick up your attendance card upon entering the classroom. If you are late to class, you may not be able to sign in. A student may be dropped for not attending the first class meeting or excessive absences (i.e. when the total hours of absences exceed 10% of the total scheduled hours of the class). It is, nevertheless, the student’s responsibility to withdraw officially from a course. Under some circumstances, a student may be reinstated by the instructor.
TECHNOLOGY: If you have a “smartphone” or device that can access SAC WiFi, please also bring it to class. (It is not required, however.) You are required to access class materials through the following applications:
Canvas LMS: In addition to the lecture and assignments in the classroom, assignments, documents and information for the class must be accessed through https://rsccd.instructure.com/login/ldap. When you are officially enrolled in the class you will have access the LMS. You may access Canvas from home, the library or the student labs at SAC. You are expected to monitor Canvas and complete all assignments in a timely manner when posted on the web site.
Important: Please be sure to set your settings in Canvas so that you receive notifications from your instructor in a timely manner, for instance, to let you know if class is being cancelled or changed.
YouTube: There is a YouTube page, associated with this class, available at:
Quizlet: Terms specific to the legal profession has been collected into a set of flashcards available through Quizlet. You are responsible for knowing the terminology. Please access Quizlet with the following link:
GRADING/ASSESSMENT METHODS:
33% - Tests
33% - Attendance, Class Participation and Presentations
33% - Assignments
The grading scale is as follows:
A = 90% and above as compared to peers. Two or fewer classes missed with few or no tardies. Class participation is insightful and reflects students review of Blackboard materials for the week and an interest in the subject matter.
B = 80% - 89% as compared to peers. Three or fewer classes missed with few or no tardies. Class participation is thoughtful and reflects students review of Blackboard materials for the week and an interest in the subject matter.
C = 70% - 79% as compared to peers. Four or fewer classes missed with few or no tardies. Some class participation and general interest in the subject matter.
D and F = At instructor's discretion.
EXAMS: Exams will consist of a combination of true-false, multiple-choice, and short-answer essay questions. Exams will be based on LMS materials and any assigned reading. We will discuss as a class if an exam is cumulative, open or closed book. Exams are administered through the LMS.
HOMEWORK: Homework will be posted on the LMS and must be submitted through Canvas. Homework is due by the following class. Points may be deducted from late assignments, and late assignments will be expected up to the date of the final.
MAKE-UP ASSIGNMENT/EXAM POLICY: Students must turn in homework and take exams during the times expected. You are allowed to turn in late homework up to the point of the final exam, however, missing a deadline may be reflected in your grade.
CHANGES TO THE SYLLABUS: Your instructor reserves the right to change course assignments, discussion board posts, quizzes/test requirements, and other aspects of this course to suit the learning environment. Any changes will be reflected on the LMS and referenced in class.
ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES: 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 Learning Disabilities Program in The Village,VL-204 or phone (714) 564-6264, TTY (714) 564-6284 for a referral to the appropriate DSPS Department. If you would like more information, visit http://sac.edu/StudentServices/DSPS
BASIC NEEDS: The data show that basic needs insecurities, such as the lack food or housing, are associated with college education. However, the level of academic effort required – in and outside the classroom—is the same regardless of whether or not students are dealing with food and housing insecurity. Please be aware that SAC has resources (such as a food pantry) that may be available to meet these needs in order to facilitate degree completion. Please feel comfortable discussing these issues with your instructor.
MANDATED REPORTER: Your instructor is a “responsible employee” as defined under Title IX, which means that I must report all sexual or gender-based harassment to the District. I am willing to discuss these personal subjects with you, however, please be aware that after our discussion, I will attempt to connect you with resources and then must report the incident to the District Title IX Coordinator.
Title IX provides: “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance.”
For more information on the policy, please see: http://www.rsccd.edu/Departments/Risk-Management/TitleIX/Pages/Mandatory-Reporter-FAQ's-for-Faculty-and-Staff.aspx
ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY: This is the SAC policy on cheating: “In cases where a violation of academic honesty is discovered, the faculty member is encouraged to file an ‘Academic Misconduct Incident Report’ form and distribute the form to the appropriate offices listed. There are two categories of sanctions: Limited and College-wide. Limited sanctions include an academic action such as assigning a lower grade or a grade of “F” for the assignment, project, or test. College-wide sanctions include any sanction that will affect a student’s standing with the college-at- large, up to and including suspension or expulsion from the College.”
DISCLAIMER: The information we discuss in class is for educational purposes only and is not legal advice. Nothing I say to you during the time you are enrolled in my class should be construed as establishing an attorney-client relationship. I will not answer questions about specific legal matters that you, or another person known to you, may be experiencing.
CAMPUS SAFETY: Please review the following safety video.
RSCCD Emergency Procedures & Practices
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