TDCJ Program - 3110 Mustang Road Alvin, TX 77511-4898 Phone: 281-756-3532

FACULTY: Anithia Baker, M. Ed.

WELCOME TO ACC:

Course Title: Learning Framework

Course Number: PSYC 1300 – 96 REM
Credit Hours: 3
Lecture Hours: 3 per week
Lab Hours: n/a
Total Contact Hours: 48

Term and Year: SUMMER 2021 11-weeks

Class Days & Times: REMOTE

A. COMMUNICATING WITH FACULTY – Write a message and place it in your weekly correspondence envelope. It will
be picked up by ACC’s TDCJ Program staff and given to your faculty You are also welcome to mail a letter 1st class to:
Alvin Community College
TDCJ Programs
3110 Mustang Rd
Alvin, TX 77511

B. COURSE DESCRIPTION
A study of the 1) research and theory in the psychology of learning, cognition, and motivation, 2) factors that
impact learning, and 3) application of learning strategies. Theoretical models of strategic learning, cognition,
and motivation serve as the conceptual basis for the introduction of college-level student academic strategies.
Students use assessment instruments (e.g., learning inventories) to help them identify their own strengths and
weaknesses as strategic learners. Students are ultimately expected to integrate and apply the learning skills
discussed across their own academic programs and become effective and efficient learners. Students developing
these skills should be able to continually draw from the theoretical models they have learned.
C. STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon successful completion of this course, you should be able to correctly answer objective, short answer or essay questions on
the following topics:
theoretical approaches to learning strategies for remembering what you read
personality type, learning style, and career options steps involved in setting and achieving goals motivational strategies and
time management successful study habits and test-taking
problem-solving and critical thinking note-taking strategies

D. PRE-REQUISITE COURSES: None

CO-REQUISITES: None

E. REQUIRED TEXTBOOK AND SUPPLEMENTAL READINGS

Raniseski, J.M. (2015). College Success: Before, During, and After. (2nd Ed.). Dubuque: IA. Kendall Hunt PublishingCompany.
[ISBN: 978-1-4652-7496-0]

Books and Supplemental Readings are provided by the ACC TDCJ Program.

ACC TDCJ Master Syllabus (Rev July 2020)

F. CORE REQUIREMENTS (Only required for CORE courses)
As part of the Texas and ACC Core Curriculum, students in this course will gain a foundation of knowledge in human cultures
and the physical and natural world, develop principles of personal and social responsibility for living in a diverse world, and
advance intellectual and practical skills that are essential for all learning. The chart below details the core requirements that are
applicable to this course, the activities in which students will participate to develop skills in the required areas, a determination of
how students’ mastery of those areas will be assessed, and the level of expertise students are expected to demonstrate. Please note
that these requirements are already included in the computation of the course grade and not a separate grade.

* Core Objective Activities Assessments

Critical Thinking Skills: to include creative Questions will be asked Will analyze the
thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, on an exam from the Critical Thinking
evaluation and synthesis of information. chapter on critical Rubric
thinking
Communication-Written: effective Essay – written paper Will analyze the Critical
development, interpretation and expression of Thinking Rubric
ideas
Communication-Oral: effective development, Audio/Visual Assignment
interpretation and expression of ideas Assignment
Communication-Visual: effective development, Audio/Visual
interpretation and expression of ideas Assignment
Empirical and Quantitative Skills: to include
the manipulation and analysis of numerical data
or observable facts resulting in informed
conclusions.
Teamwork: to include the ability to consider
different point of view and to work effectively
with others to support a shared goal.
Social Responsibility: to include intercultural
competency, knowledge of civic responsibility,
and the ability to engage effectively in regional,
national, and global communities.
Personal Responsibility: to include the ability to
connect choices, actions, and consequences to
ethical decision-making.
*Indicates core areas required for this course

G. COURSE OUTLINE
Introduction to Course
Chapter 1 – College and Career Success
Chapter 2 – Managing Your Time and Goal Setting
Chapter 12 – Your Idea Career
Chapter 3 – Taking Notes and Participation and Chapter 4 – Reading Textbooks
Chapter 6 – Reading to Learn from College Textbooks and Chapter 7 – Critical Thinking
Exam #1 - Mid-Term
Chapter 11 – Managing Your Money and Chapter 5 – Improving Your Money
Chapter 8 - Writing and Presenting College Papers
Chapter 9 – Maintaining Healthy Relationships and Chapter 10 – Coping with Common Problems
Chapter 13 – Preparing for Graduation and Employment
Exam #2 – Final Exam

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H. EXAMS AND MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS
Write a message and place it in your weekly correspondence envelope. It will be picked up by ACC’s TDCJ Program staff and
given to your faculty You are also welcome to mail a letter 1st class to: (see p.1 COMMUNICATING WITH FACULTY)
Announcements
Announcements and updates will be made through the TDCJ carrier system and any changes to schedule.
Quizzes
Students are required to participate in the Quizzes from the chapter readings. Quizzes are worth 50 points, there will be 4 for
this semester.
Course Major Project and Assignments
There will be one major writing assignment during the semester that will submitted for 100 pts. The
final project called the “All About You” assignment incorporates all of the learning from the course and the application to
you. You will receive the Rubric for the “All About You” assignment.
Exams
There will be 2 exams each worth 100 points. Your mid-term and final exam.

I. POLICIES ABOUT COURSEWORK AND DEADLINES

All assignments, chapter resources, and exams will be deliver through the TDCJ carrier system. Assignment due
dates are listed on the Course Outline. The last day to submit any assignments will be on the final day of class
August 11, 2021.

If exams are missed, the student will receive a zero for the missed exam. It is important to avoid missing
exams.
Plagiarism is a lying and stealing and will not be tolerated. If an assignment contains excessive uncited sources or
appears to be over 50% copied expect to receive a zero on the assignment.

J. GRADING SUMMARY

Exams (2x100) 200 points

Quizzes (4x50) 200 points
Assignments (8x100) 800 points
Final Project – All About You 100 points
Total 1300 points
All points are added up and divided by 13 for your final grade in the
course.
ACC Grading System:
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 0-59

K. CLASS ATTENDANCE POLICY

Alvin Community College students are required to attend classes. If an absence is unavoidable, the student is responsible for
completing all work missed during the absence. Faculty will not withdraw students for non-attendance, except in developmental
courses. Absences in excess of two weeks will be to be reported to the Office of Advising Services, along with appropriate
recommendations. Departments and faculty may have other attendance policies for their course.

Faculty may issue the grade of FX for non-attendance after the official census date. The FX grade has no grade points assigned
per semester hour due to a student’s non-attendance. ACC does not automatically drop a student for non-attendance.

L. STUDENT CONDUCT
It is the right of each student to participate in his or her learning, and it is the responsibility of each student to not interfere with
the learning of other students. It is the expectation of the college that each student assumes the responsibility to follow college
policies and procedures governing classroom conduct on campus and online. Faculty are authorized to establish within reason,
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 rules of conduct within the classroom. Faculty may ask a student to temporarily leave the classroom whenever the behavior is
believed to be disruptive or inappropriate.

M. CODE OF ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND HONESTY

Alvin Community College students are members of an institution dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge through a formalized
program of instruction and learning. At the heart of this endeavor, lie the core values of academic integrity which include honesty,
truth, and freedom from lies and fraud. Because personal integrity is important in all aspects of life, students at Alvin Community
College are expected to conduct themselves with honesty and integrity both in and out of the classroom. Incidents of academic
dishonesty will not be tolerated and students guilty of such conduct are subject to severe disciplinary measures.

N. WITHDRAWAL FROM CLASS/COLLEGE

It is recommended that the student talk to the faculty before withdrawing. To not be charged for the class a student must drop by
the census date of the current semester. Students who file withdrawal requests by the published deadline and have not exceeded
the withdrawal maximum will receive a grade of W. The drop or withdrawal request must reach the ACC TDCJ Program staff by
the published census or final withdrawal date. I-60s or 1st class mail must be in the education mail box or received by US mail no
later than the specified date to be considered on time.

Six Drop Limit

The Texas Legislature passed a ruling that limits the number of classes a student can drop during their years as an undergraduate
student to six. This policy applies to any student who was a first time college freshmen fall, 2007, or later, who attends a Texas
public institution of higher education. Courses dropped while attending a private or out of state college do not count toward the
six drop limit. For further information, ask the college advisor.

O. EVALUATION OF INSTRUCTION
Alvin Community College is dedicated to student success. As part of its ongoing improvement efforts, students will provide input
for each course prior to the end of the semester enrolled. Evaluations will be completed in paper format as directed by the Office
of Institutional Effectiveness & Research.

P. COURSE GRADE APPEAL PROCESS

Students have one year from the date of the grade assignment to challenge a grade. Write an I-60 to the college advisor to register
your appeal.

Q. STUDENTS RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The College encourages students to discuss their concerns with the appropriate faculty or other campus administrator who has the
authority to address the concerns. Concerns should be expressed as soon as possible to allow early resolution at the lowest
possible administrative level. Informal resolution shall be encouraged but shall not extend any deadlines in this policy, except by
mutual written consent. Students interested in learning more about the complaint process, may go to the ACC Advisor for
additional information.

R. ACC SUPPORT SERVICES

Americans with Disabilities Act
ACC complies with ADA and 504 Federal guidelines by affording equal access to individuals who are seeking an education.
Students who have a disability and would like classroom accommodations must register first with the Office of Disability
Services by contacting the ACC Advisor. Faculty are not able to provide accommodations without approved documentation from
the Office of Disabilities.

S. DISCLAIMER
1. Faculty reserve the right to modify this syllabus as needed and will notify the students of any changes.
2. All instructional delivery formats are subject to change by the College at any time during the semester.

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 Course Schedule Due
Dates
Week 1: Introduction to Course – Syllabus Review June 7
May 31 – Quiz #1 - What Does This Syllabus Mean?
June 3 Assignment #1 - Introduce Yourself
Week 2: Chapter 1 – College and Career Success June 14
June 7 - 10 Assignment #2 – Smart Goals (complete smart goals and review Chapter 2 pp. 53-56)
Week 3: Chapter 2- Managing Your Time and Goal Setting June 22
June 14 - Assignment #3 – Scaffolding 1: Career Interest Inventory (complete your inventory use
17 results to create 1st paragraph)
APA – Review all handouts for using and creating your Scaffolding #1-4/ All About You –
Final Project (this essay is a requirement for this course)
Week 4: Chapter 12 - Your Idea Career June 29
June 21 - Assignment #4 – Scaffolding 2: Work Values Inventory (complete your assessments use
24 results to create 2nd paragraph)
Assignment #5 – Emotional Intelligence Assessment
Week 5: Chapter 3 -Taking Notes and Participation Chapter 4 - Reading Textbooks July 6
June 28 – Assignment #6 – Scaffolding 3: Vark, Multiple Intelligence, Holland Code, Myers-Briggs
July 1 Assessments (complete your assessments use results to create 3rd paragraph)
Quiz #2
Week 6: Chapter 6 – Reading to Learn from College Textbooks and Chapter 7 – Critical Thinking July 13
July 5 - 8 Exam #1 - Mid-Term
Week 7: Chapter 11 - Managing Your Money & Chapter 5 - Improving Your Memory July 20
July 12 - 15 Assignment #7 – Scaffolding 4: Financial Plan/ Budget (complete your present and future
budgets use results to create 4th paragraph)
Quiz #3
Week 8: Chapter 8- Writing and Presenting College Papers July 27
July 19 - 22 Create your final project-essay: included cover/ title page, 4 Scaffolding paragraphs- each
paragraph should 1 or more in-text-citations, and Reference page 5 or more references
(submitted on July 29)
Week 9: Chapter 9 – Maintaining Healthy Relationships and Chapter10 – Coping with Common
July 26 - 29 Problems
Quiz #4 Aug 3
Final Project: All About You
Week 10: Chapter 13 - Preparing for Graduation and Employment
August 2 - Assignment #8 – Create a Resume’ and a Cover Letter
8 Study/ Review Preparing for Final Exam/ Submit any Incomplete Work
Week 11: Exam #2 - Final Exam Aug 11
August 11
Friday, August 13, 2021 Final Grades are Submitted to ACC

All assignments, resource materials, some assessments and exams will be delivered
per TDCJ/ Alvin Faculty