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Department of
Interdisciplinary Studies
Syllabus-Online
INT 322: Approaches to Critical
Analysis
Dr. Aprilfaye Manalang, Assistant Professor
Spring
2016
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Contents
Course Summary.....................................................................................................................
Prerequisites............................................................................................................................
Instructional Methods and Strategies......................................................................................
Computer Literacy Requirements...........................................................................................
Learning Objectives.................................................................................................................
Instructional Materials.............................................................................................................
Required Texts...................................................................................................................
NSU Policies.............................................................................................................................
University Assessment Statement....................................................................................
Incomplete Grade Policy...................................................................................................
Statement on Spartan Success Center ...........................................................................
Departmental Policies ............................................................................................................
Late Assignments and Make-up Policy.....................................................................................
Learner Interaction Policy........................................................................................................
Evaluations..............................................................................................................................
Example of a Rubric..........................................................................................................
Written Work Criteria.......................................................................................................
Academic Integrity Standards.........................................................................................
Attendance Policy..................................................................................................................
Assignments..........................................................................................................................
Grade Scale...........................................................................................................................
Course Outline.......................................................................................................................
Course Number & Course Name: INT 322: Approaches to Critical Analysis
Semester: Spring 2016
Class Meets: Online
Instructor Name: Dr. Aprilfaye Manalang
Office location and office hours
Norfolk State University
Bowser Hall Room 101
Office Hours: Tuesdays/Thursdays 11:30 am 12:00 pm; 3:30 pm 6:30
pm; and by Appointment
Cyber Office Hours: Wednesdays 9:00 am 10:00 am
Email address: atmanalang@nsu.edu
Telephone: (757) 823-9489
Preferred method of communication:
Students may best reach me via email or after class. During the week students
should expect an email within 24 hours. On the weekend and during holidays,
students should expect to hear from the professor between 24-48 hours.
Email Policy
NSU email is the only email system to be used for this course; private
email addresses cannot be used. Always title your messages; be sure the
subject line reflects the topic of discussion. Email messages should always
be courteous and follow etiquette protocols. You should be respectful to
those who are receiving your email; never send SPAM to other classmates.
Remember that these documents are never deleted from the system and
nothing is ever private. Also, always check your spelling before sending a
message.
Course Summary
Course Description
Thinking is any mental activity that helps formulate or solve a problem, make
a decision, or fulfill a desire to understand. It is a searching for answers, a
reaching for meaning (Ruggiero, 2007). Therefore, it is the examination of
how characteristic logical constructs are employed in reading, writing, and
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This course will allow students to apply their evolving thinking abilities
to a variety of life experiences.
Prerequisites
INT 308: Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies (strongly
recommended)
For those of you not familiar with the Blackboard LMS, an online orientation
can be accessed by self-registering in Blackboard. The course name is
"Blackboard Student Training." Additional assistance with Blackboard can
be obtained through the Blackboard Central Help Desk at
bbtechsupport@nsu.edu or by phone at 757-823-2328 M - F 8AM - 6PM at the
Lyman Beecher Brooks Library (LBBL), suite 3007.
Addressing your computer skills will greatly enhance your learning experience,
reducing wasted time and frustration for yourself and your instructors. Please
feel free to contact the Office of Information Technology (OIT) Client Services
or the Office of Distance Education for advisement on how to receive
assistance with your computer literacy instructional needs.
Students will be able to explore and discover ideas, both individually and
in dialogue with others.
Students will be able to solve problems and make the best choices in
their academic, professional, and personal lives.
Instructional Materials
Required Texts
Ruggiero, V. R. (2007). The Art of Thinking: A Guide to Critical and Creative
Thought, (11th Ed.) Pearson and Longman, New York.
Proctoring Policy
Students must have exams in online courses proctored. A proctored exam is
one that is administered by an impartial individual (called a proctor) who
monitors and supervises a student while that student is taking an exam. The
proctor ensures the security and integrity of the exam process. Students will
be required to submit an Online Course Proctor Identification Approval Form
to each instructor. Once the proctor has been approved by the instructor, the
students will be required to present their Spartan Identification Card and
photo identification to the proctor prior to students receiving the exam.
Students are responsible for arranging a proctor for their exam(s) and all
costs incurred for this service. The University Testing Center in Harrison B.
Wilson Hall, 134, 757-785-3827, offers Proctoring Services on campus, at no
cost for NSU students. Please contact the NSU Testing Center for more
information; students are to pre-arrange their scheduled proctored times
with the NSU Testing Center and the course professor.
Departmental Policies
Late Assignments and Make-up Policy
All grades are final; there will be no make-up quizzes. Please follow the
due dates provided in each unit because we will cover multiple lessons weekly.
Assignments must be submitted on time. No late work is accepted. Plan to
submit early to avoid last minute distractions, emergencies, or technical
glitches.
Microsoft Word
ALL Interdisciplinary Studies papers are to be submitted as Microsoft
Word documents (.doc), unless otherwise noted by the professor. If students
submit papers using other writing programs (i.e., WordPerfect, Microsoft
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works, MAC programs, etc.), they may lose points and/or not have their paper
accepted/graded. It is imperative that students follow the guidelines and
directions of each professor.
Let the professor know immediately of any special requirements, services, etc.
within the first two weeks of the course! It is students responsibilities
to notify Dr. Manalang at the beginning of the course.
Success Policy
The best policy for success in any course is preparation, organization, and
active participation, reading completion and comprehension, effective time
management and constant, consistent communication with the instructor.
Remember, this is YOUR educationbe responsible and accountable.
Excellent (50)
Organization
of material
Presentation
of material
Learner
Participates equally
Use of
resources
Good (20)
Poor (10)
10
Points
___/50
___/50
___/50
___/50
Interaction/
Participation
Overall
Quality
some sessions
leaving others in
charge of the group
work.
Covered all the main
points and it was
generally well
equivalent to that of
others who are in
charge of the work.
demonstrate
participation and
interaction in class
Total Points
Attendance Policy
Based on the Student Handbook:
A. Not more than 20% of class meetings (excused or unexcused) may be
missed by a student
in a given semester.
B. At the discretion of the instructor a student whose absences exceed 20% of
scheduled
class meetings for the semester may receive an F for the course.
C. Class excuses are issued for legitimate reasons by the Office of Student
Services/Judicial
Affairs. Such incidents include:
i. Medical Reasons
ii. Funerals-Immediate family members only
Weather Policy:
In case of inclement weather, students should listen to major radio and
television stations; visit the NSU website at www.nsu.edu; and/or call the
University operator at 757-823-8600. Additionally, students should sign up for
University text alerts. If the University cancels classes, students should check
their NSU email and the Blackboard course site for additional course
information. As an online course, we still meet regardless of weather.
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___/50
___/250
Grade Scale
Student performance and progress will be evaluated on the basis of
homework, class participation, quizzes and test, debate/group performance
(online discussions), papers, and final examination. Extra credit will be
considered, if a student is borderline-failing.
Grading Scale:
A = 94 100
B- = 80 83
D+ = 66-69
A- = 90 93
C+ = 76-79
D = 65-64
B+ = 86 89
C = 75-74
D- = 63-60
B = 84 85
C- = 73-70
F = 0 59
Course Outline (please note the course outline can change at the
Course Description
Week 1:
January 11th
Week 2:
January 18th
(MLK Day on
January 18th,
no class)
Week 3:
January 25th
Week 4:
February 1st
Week 5
February 8th
Week 6
February 15th
Lesson 7
February 22nd
Week 8
February 29th
Week 9
Spring Break:
March 7-13th
March 14th
Week 10
March 21st
Week 11
March 28th
Week 12
April 4th
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Week 13
April 11th
Week 14
April 18th
Week 15
April 25th
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