University of Nueva Caceres

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

J. Hernandez Avenue, Naga City
Tel. No. +63-054-472-6100 local 115

UNIVERSITY OF NUEVA CACERES

The University of Nueva Caceres, a private non-sectarian institution, is

Bicol’s first university.

VISION Guided by its motto, “Non-Scholae Sed Vitae” (Not of School but of Life), and
STATEMENT attuned to the demands of a highly dynamic global environment, the
University of Nueva Caceres commits itself to quality and excellent education
for all to transform the youth into entrepreneurial, productive, morally
upright, socially responsible professionals for a just, humane and
progressive society.

The University of Nueva Caceres shall be a leading exponent of academic

excellence, research, extension, and innovative technology for sustainable
development.

MISSION
STATEMENT
It creates a nurturing academic environment and provides equal
opportunities in the formation of individuals into empowered leaders,
competent professionals and proactive entrepreneurs who are cognizant of
our rich cultural heritage.

1. PURSUE the nurturing and strengthening of social institutions with

empowered leaders, skilled professionals, and proactive
entrepreneurs for the development of the Bicol Region and the
UNIVERSITY Filipino nation;

OBJECTIVES
2. PRODUCE graduates who entrepreneurial, productive, morally
upright, environmentally conscious, globally responsive and socially
responsible citizens;

3. PROPAGATE the culture of excellence through a continual process of

 introspection, integration and improvement of programs, facilities
and services;

4. PROVIDE the University personnel with the means to enhance their

personal well-being and professional skills to effectively carry out
balanced curricular and development programs.

1. We champion excellence. We consistently strive for excellence in

everything we do.
2. We nurture dreams. We passionately guide and inspire our students to
leverage their potentials and aspire for better lives.
3. We do the right things right. We uphold integrity in everything we do.
CORE
We hold ourselves to high standards for accountability and character.
VALUES We do things right.
4. We are dynamic and creative. We anticipate the forces of change. We
explore possibilities with intent and purpose.
5. We respect each other and work as a team. We collaboratively
maximize our talents and capabilities. We hold each other in high regard
and passionately realize our shared purpose, priorities and promises.

Ex - Excellence Driven

C - Culturally- Rooted with Multi-Cultural Understanding

Collaborative

GRADUATES Creative and Critical Thinker

ATTRIBUTES Compleat Leader (Compleat means Accomplished, Masterful, Great)

E - Effective Communicator

Ethically and Socially Responsible

L - Life-Long Learner

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS AND ACCOUNTANCY

The UNC College of Business and Accountancy envisions its graduates as

leaders and active agents in nation building by entrepreneurship and by
VISION
honest, dedicated service in government and private entities, contributing to
STATEMENT
the improvement of the quality of life of the Filipino, and responsive to the
demands of the global business environment.
 The benefits of quality and excellent business and accountancy education
shall be made accessible to the youth through the provision of rich and
MISSION diverse curricular programs and alternative learning system that will
STATEMENT transform individuals into competent professionals, empowered leaders, and
proactive managers and entrepreneurs possessing the ideals of competence,
integrity, and moral and social responsibility.

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

Three to five years after graduation, BSA graduates are expected to:

PEO 1 Adapt to the developments in the Accountancy profession through life-long

learning engagements

Pursue graduate or law studies

Maintain updated CPA license

Acquire Accreditation (BOA, SEC, BIR, CDA etc)

Acquire Professional Certification (CISA, CMA, CIA)

PEO 2 Adhere to the Code of Ethics in the practice of the Accountancy profession

Exercise objectivity, due care and skepticism required of the accountancy

profession.

PEO 3 Contribute to nation-building by assuming leadership responsibilities

Assume supervisory/managerial positions

Lead projects along accounting and its related fields

PROGRAM OUTCOMES
At the time of graduation, the students of the BS Accountancy program should be able to:

General

POa Communicate clearly and effectively with stakeholders both in oral and written
forms.
POb Work effectively and independently in multi-disciplinary and multi-cultural teams
(PQF level 6 descriptor)

POc Promote “Filipino historical and cultural heritage” (based on RA 7722)

POd Act in recognition of personal and professional development

Technical

POe Implement business- related activities by applying the basic functions of

management and basic concepts that underlie in each of the functional areas of
business (marketing, finance, human resource, production/operation)

POf Resolve business issues and problems, with global perspective and particular
emphasis on matters confronting financial statement preparers and users, using
their knowledge and technical proficiency in the areas of financial accounting, cost
accounting and management, management accounting, auditing, taxation,
regulatory framework for business transactions and accounting information
systems.

POg Conduct accounting research, as a tool to critically, analytically and creatively solve
problems and drive results

POh Employ technology as a business tool in capturing financial and non-financial

information, generating reports and making decisions.

POi Apply knowledge and skills to successfully respond to various types of assessments
(including professional licensure and certifications

POj Maintain a commitment to good corporate citizenship, social responsibility and

ethical practice in performing function as accountants

COURSE INFORMATION

Program BS Accountancy

Term, School Year Ist Semester, SY 2021-2022

Course Code BSAPE 413K

Course Title Updates in Financial Reporting Standards

Course Description This course aims to update the learners on the current issues on
financial reporting. Recently released financial reporting frameworks
and standards, including application guidance and interpretations of
the authoritative bodies and regulatory agencies are explored in this
course.

In the era of globalization and knowledge-based economy, business

models have become dynamic and continually changing. Accounting
standards and practices must adapt to this dynamism to become
relevant. The implementation of the International Financial Reporting
Standards (PFRS), locally adopted as the Philippine Financial Reporting
Standards (PFRS), is key to increasing the transparency and reliability
of financial information and further enhancing the efficiency of the
value chain of enterprises.

This course provides students with updates on accounting standards

and practices before graduating from the program. Because the
standards are principle-based, they require in-depth knowledge of the
underlying concepts, as well as the application of professional
judgment.

Course Outcomes At the end of the course, the students should be able to:

1. Discuss the International Financial Reporting Standards (IAS

or IFRS) and their application to the companies who use them.

2. Discuss and apply the accounting concepts and key

definitions with regards to the updates in the Financial Reporting
Standards

3. Compare and contrast sample financial statements according

to the IFRS.

Faculty In-Charge Aileen N. Mendoza, CPA, MBA

Contact Information Email: aileen.mendoza22576@gmail.com

 Mobile Phone: +639061434014

Consultation Hours Saturday 1:00-2:00pm

Granularized Course Outcomes

ILO Teaching and

Course Intended Learning
CO Modules Lev Learning Assessment Feedback
Outcomes Outcomes
Level el Activities Mechanism

Explain the UNC VM Faculty to

and Core Values, conduct course
CBA VM and BSA orientation;
I PEO Students to n/a
Explain the review/reflect
school on school
philosophies, philosophies
discuss course Zoom or
Module 0
requirements Discuss the course Google meet,
Course
and grading I requirements, Faculty to Class GC, FB
Orientatio
system and E grading system and conduct course n/a Messenger,
n
write the classroom and orientation E-mail, SMS
statement of school policies
purpose or
Write a statement of
commitment Students to
purpose or
participate in the
D commitment to the essay; rubric
BB discussion
course and program
forum

Define, discuss and Students to read 5-10-item

Discuss the differentiate the the assigned pre-test
International Study positive and readings pre- Zoom or
Financial Guide 1: negative effect of class work Google Meet,
Reporting Changes in financial Recitation/re Class GC, FB
Standards (IAS Business globalization to sponses to Messenger,
I Practices developing e-mail, SMS
or IFRS) and Faculty to give a discussion
explain their countries. 5-10-item pre- questions in
application to test BB and
the companies during the
who use them. Discuss the need for synchronous
adoption of Students to session
IFRS/PFRS in the
 country answer
discussion
questions during
synchronous
sessions and in
the BB
discussion forum

Discuss the scope of Students to read Responses to

first-time adoption the assigned discussion
of PFRS in financial reading as pre- questions in
statements class work BB and
during the
synchronous
Recitation or session

E discussion forum
rubrics

Faculty to give
feedback on the
output

Apply the principles Students to

in PFRS1 answer practice
exercise (case
in given sample scenarios)
D
financial statement
case scenarios Quiz

Study Define the Students to read 5-10-item

Discuss and objectives and the the assigned pre-test Zoom or
Guide 2:
apply the key accounting readings as pre- Google Meet,
Updates on
accounting concepts in the class work Class GC, FB
Financial
concepts and corresponding Messenger,
E Reporting I Recitation/
key definitions updates on the 7 e-mail, SMS
Standards responses to
with regards to PFRS.
the updates in Faculty to give a discussion
the Financial 5-10-item pre- questions in
Reporting test BB and
during the
Standards synchronous
session
Students to
answer
discussion
questions during
synchronous
sessions and in
the BB
discussion forum

Discuss changes Students to quiz

that has to be made analyse case
in the financial scenarios/ case
statement analysis
presentation due to
E the updates made
on the PFRS

Faculty to give
feedback on the
output

Apply the concepts Students to give

of the examples of how
corresponding PRFS the update
to financial should be Quiz
statement presented in the
presentation FS

D Students to
present their
output during
synchronous
class

Faculty to give
feedback on the
 output

Discuss the Students to read 5-10-item

Advantages and the assigned pre-test
Disadvantages of readings as pre-
IFRS/PFRS class work
compared to GAAP
Faculty to give a Recitation/
5-10-item pre- responses to
test discussion
questions in
BB and
during the
I Students to synchronous
answer session
discussion
Study
questions during
Guide 3:
synchronous
Effects of
sessions and in Zoom or
the
the BB Google Meet,
Financial
discussion forum Class GC, FB
Reporting
Messenger,
Standards
e-mail, SMS
to
Accounting
Practices
Identify significant Students will Responses to
difference between engage in discussion
GAAP and the problem-solving questions in
Compare and E corresponding 7 and analysis BB and
contrast IFRS/PFRS during the
sample discussed synchronous
financial session
statements,
according to Compare and Students to Case
the IFRS. contrast sample present their Simulation
companies’ output during
D accounting policies synchronous
D and disclosures class

Faculty to give
feedback on the
 output

LIST OF RESOURCES
● The Philippine Financial Reporting 2019 Edition, Patricia M. Empleo And Nenita S. Robles
PFRS, A project of Picpa Southern Metro Manila Region

● References at the UNC library

- Financial accounting and reporting : standards and appilcations vol. 1 (2015)
By Cabrera, Ma. Elenita Balatbat.

● Optional Resources- Youtube Channel and other online resources.

● Mobile Phone is required for communication.

MODE OF DELIVERY, COMMUNICATION SYSTEM AND OTHER SUPPORT SYSTEM

This RED Learning Kit is to be delivered on a printed modular modality. This is the modality that
students may choose if they are facing either a zero-internet connectivity at home, or an unstable
internet connectivity. If you have chosen this modality, you are in self-study mode. You are
expected to follow the study guide for this course. A minimum of 3 hours per week is required
for you to work for this course or a total of 54 hours in 18 weeks.

You are expected to submit the requirements as due for better navigation of the course. For writing
and presentation requirements, you are expected to avail of grammar and spelling checker.

Consultation with your teacher should be at least once a week observing the class hours using
these channels;
Email – aileenmendoza225@gmail.com
FB messenger account – Aileen AN
Contact number - +639061434014

BSAPE 413K UPDATES IN FINANCIAL REPORTING STANDARDS

Collaboration with group mates and classmates should be at least once a week as scheduled
through our Group Chat or through text messaging. Hence it is important that you provide me with
your FB messenger account and your cellphone number if possible.

On the other hand, if you chose the Flexi Tech modality, it means that your internet connectivity at
home is stable, and therefore you can make use of the Learning Management System or LMS for
your learning activities at home. In this modality, you will have learning sessions that will be done
asynchronously, meaning, you will follow through the lessons, instructions and activities using the
LMS by connecting on-line. You can do this at your own pace and time, preferably at the time that is
prescribed in your schedule of classes to help you on managing your time properly. You will also
have synchronous classes with your teacher and classmates, meaning, you will get to meet with
them virtually by using platforms such as Zoom or Google Hangouts. The schedules are provided in
the class schedule. However, whenever there are adjustments in the schedule of meetings because
of certain exigencies, you will be informed about it through a message in the Group Chat which we
will create, or through text messaging.

Section Day Time Google Meet Details

2109BSAPE413k-LPa TF 2:00-3:30pm meet.google.com/hzx-vfyy-vgr

2140 BSAPE413k-LPb TF 12:30-2:00pm meet.google.com/fvj-qnug-yen

Every week, I designed a Study Guide which provides details on how you should engage with the
core topic and whether this will be supported by a live meeting via Zoom or Google Meet. The
lesson/topic for each week is designed following the UNC outcome-based education delivery
format. You must view these study guides at the start of the week to give you clarity of what lies
ahead and what is expected of you during the week.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS AND GRADING SYSTEM

The following shows a summary of the different assessments that we will be conducting in relation
to the course outcomes. These assessments intend to measure whether you have reached the
expectations of the course through the different lessons and learning activities that we will have in
the entire delivery of the course:

A formative assessment is an “assessment for learning”. It intends to determine what your learning
needs are and what interventions are needed to meet your learning needs and improve your
competencies and skills. A summative assessment is an “assessment of learning”. It intends to
measure whether you have already achieved the expected outcomes of the course.

Grading System
This will be our Grading System. Take particular note of the components so that you can strategize
on how you can achieve a good final mark in this subject:
Mid-term
70% Participation
Attendance/weekly log-in/consultation 10
Participation in formative assessment 10
Graded Projects/Activities/ Summative Assessment 50
30% Midterm Exam
Final
70% Participation
 Attendance/weekly log-in/consultation 10
Participation in formative assessment 10
Graded Projects/Activities/Summative Assessment 50
30% Final Exam

Final Grade= (Mid-term + Final)/2

Cut-off for every assessment to be marked 75% is 60%. This means that for 10-item
assessment, the student should get at least 6 correct answers to get the 75% mark.

GRADING SYSTEM

Range Numerical Grade Interpretation

99% - 100% 1.0 Excellent

96% - 98% 1.25 Very Superior

93% - 95% 1.50 Superior

90% - 92% 1.75 Very Good

87% - 89% 2.0 Good

84% - 86% 2.25 Very Satisfactory

81% - 83% 2.50 Satisfactory

78% - 80% 2.75 Fair

75% - 77% 3.0 Pass

74 and below 5.0 Fail

ASSESSMENT TOOLS

Rubrics for Case Analysis

Criteria Satisfactory Very Satisfactory Excellent

(Inquire) I can identify most or all I can Identify most or I can clearly,
Identify and key issue/s and/or all key issue/s and/or accurately, and
define key problem/s; with have problem/s; with some appropriately identify
issue/s, and/or some inaccuracies or minor inaccuracies or key issue/s and /or
omissions or errors that omissions that do not
problem/s interfere with meaning interfere with meaning problem/s

(20pts) (10pts) (15pts) (20pts)

(Analyze) I present some I present sufficient and I present appropriate,

Present and appropriate
analyze data/ data/information. I
miss/ignore relevant
information data/information; My
(20pts) analysis is limited or accuracy, relevance and
somewhat inappropriate.
This may contain
inaccuracies or omissions
that interfere with
analysis and/or meaning
appropriate sufficient and credible
data/information; I data/information; I
generally analyze clearly analyze
data/information for information for
accuracy, relevance,
validity. Minor and validity.
inaccuracies or Information clearly
omissions do not relates to meaning.
interfere with analysis
or meaning.

(10pts) (15pts) (20pts)

(Evaluate) I have a somewhat I acknowledge multiple I clearly apply a multi-

Apply a simplified position with approaches. I provide dimensional
multidimension some sense of multiple some synthesis of approach. I synthesize
al approach / approaches. I provide perspectives; I may not various perspectives; I
consider minor or vague synthesis fully acknowledge acknowledge limits of
context of perspectives; some limits of position or position or context
acknowledgment context, but am aware
(20pts) positions may have limits. of limits or context
May not acknowledge
context
(15pts) (20pts)
(10pts)

(Solve) I can provide a reasoning I can provide a I can provide a

Demonstrate that contains elements of reasoning that is mostly reasoning that is
sound logic and/or creative logical, complete and logical and creative,
reasoning and insight, but not fully consistent. I consistent, complete
conclusions resolved. May have minor demonstrate some and often unique; I
inconsistencies or unique or creative can formulate a
(20pts) omissions; I can formulate insight; I can formulate conclusion that is
conclusion that is relevant a conclusion that is complex and/or
but abbreviated or generally complete, detailed, well
simplified, not fully supported, and mostly supported, creative,
supported, and / or consistent and relevant complete and relevant
contains minor
inconsistencies (15pts) (20pts)
 (10pts)

Language and My work is not well My work has better My work has an
Structure organized. It indicates structure with a logical excellent coherence
poor vocabulary and progression. It observes and progression. Its
(Max. 20 pts) grammar and with competent vocabulary ideas are well
numerous errors. and grammar but with structured. There is
occasional errors. an effective and
(10 pts) accurate use of
(15 pts) vocabulary and
grammar, very few to
no errors at all.

(20pts)

ASSESSMENT TOOLS

Rubrics for Discussion Forums

Criteria Satisfactory Very Satisfactory Excellent

Observations I give simplistic I give an adequate I give sophisticated

and Insights observations, provide degree of observations, and thoughtful
little or no insight, some insight and observations, high
(Max. 50 pts) comment or analysis. My analysis. My work is degree of insight and
work is more descriptive reflective and analysis. My work has
than reflective considered outcomes evidence that
but lack depth outcomes have been
(30 pts) processed and
reflected upon.
(40 pts) (50pts)

Comments and I rarely engage with other I engage with other I actively engage with
Discussions group members and do group members, but other group members,
not use relevant literature rarely use relevant and adequately use
(Max. 30 pts) or factors on the pertinent literature or factors on relevant literature or
issues and discussion. the pertinent issues and factors on the
discussion to support pertinent issues and
the argument with discussion to support
relevant evidence. the argument with
relevant evidence and
introduce new
 (20 pts) (25pts) perspectives.

(30pts)

Language and My work is not well My work has better My work has an
Structure organized, predominantly structure with a logical excellent coherence
descriptive with little progression. It uses and progression. Its
(Max. 20 pts) interpretation or limited interpretation ideas and
reflection. It indicates and reflections. It observations are well
poor vocabulary and observes competent structured. There is
grammar and with vocabulary and an effective and
numerous errors. grammar but with accurate use of
occasional errors. vocabulary and
(10 pts) grammar, very few to
(15 pts) no errors at all.

(20pts)

COURSE SCHEDULE

Week/ Topics/ Teaching & Learning Activities Expected

Date POs & COs Asynchronous Synchronous Output

Module 0 Reading of course Setting of expectations Statement of

guide Commitment
Week 0 Course
Orientation Self-introduction via
Setting LMS
Expectatio
ns

Weeks 1-4 CO 1 Study Reading the assigned Lecture-discussion Result of

Guide1: readings analysis of
sample
Presentation of output financial
Answering the 5-10 statements
item pre-test scenarios

Feedback
 Answer in the
Blackboard
discussion forum

Weeks 5- CO 2 Study Reading the assigned Lecture-discussion

14 Guide 2: readings
Result of
Answering the 5-10 analysis of
item pre-test Presentation and sample
discussion of answers financial
Answer in the to practical examples statements
Blackboard scenarios
discussion forum
Feedback

Midterm Exam

Weeks 15- CO 3 Study Reading the assigned Lecture-discussion Result of

18 Guide 3: reading analysis of
sample
Answering the 5-10 financial
item pre-test Presentation and
discussion of answers statements
Answer in the to practical examples scenarios
Blackboard
discussion forum
Feedback

Problem-solving
Final Exam

For our class schedule, kindly refer to the official matriculation form. The course will be taken for
18 weeks, the entire duration of the First Semester.

You are expected to devote at least three hours a week for this subject.
For flexi kit class, we will have a consultation session at least once a week at the time indicated in
your matriculation form. The day of this session will be determined and announced on our first day
of classes. This meeting will be conducted via zoom or google meet for those with internet
connectivity or via call for those who do not have internet connectivity. Announcements will be
posted in our class GC. Please tune in.

For flexi-tech class, we will have a weekly synchronous session at the time indicated in your
matriculation form. The day of this session will be determined and announced on our first day of
classes. This meeting will be conducted via zoom or google meet.

In both flexi kit and flexi tech solutions, our interaction through consultation or synchronous
sessions would be approximately 2-3 hours on a weekly basis. This means that in most parts of the
required hours or approximately 4 hours a week, you are on self-study mode. During this time, you
are expected to do your part as a diligent and responsible learner. Refer to this RED learning kit as a
complete guide on how to acquire the competencies and comply with the course requirements.
Though we have scheduled consultation or synchronous sessions, you can give me a ring or send a
message in our class GC for urgent concerns. I will try to respond within the day or in 24 hours.

Aside from our interaction and your interaction with the content, you are also encouraged to
interact with your peers or classmates in this course. There are requirements that need
collaboration with your classmates. May you enjoy this activity.

Exam schedules, place and manner of examinations are to be announced.

These are the exam schedules.
Prelim Exam: September 1-4
Midterm Exam: October 8-12
Semi-Final Exam: November 12-16
Final Exam: October 15-18

CO ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION PLAN

COURSE INTENDED LEARNING ASSESSMENT PERFORMANCE

OUTCOMES OUTCOME TOOL TARGET

0 Explain the I Explain the UNC VM and n/a

school Core Values, CBA VM and BSA
philosophies, PEO
discuss course
requirements
and grading E Discuss the course n/a
system and requirements, grading system
write the and classroom and school
statement of policies
purpose or
commitment D Write a statement of Essay rubrics At least 90% of the
purpose or commitment to students in the class
would obtain at least
 the course and program a passing mark

1. Discuss the I Explain the financial Pre-test At least 90% of the

International globalization and its effect on (objective-type students in the class
Financial developing countries quiz) would obtain at least
a passing mark
Reporting
Standards (IAS Discuss the need for adoption
or IFRS) and of IFRS/PFRS in the country
their application
to the
companies who
E Discuss the scope of Recitation or At least 90% of the
use them
first-time adoption of PFRS in discussion forum students in the class
financial statements rubrics would obtain at least
a passing mark

D Apply the principles Problem – At least 90% of the

in PFRS1 in given sample solving/ case students in the class
financial statement case problems would obtain at least
a passing mark
scenarios Prelim Exam

2. Discuss and I Define the objectives Pre-test At least 90% of the

apply the and the key accounting (objective-type students in the class
accounting concepts in the quiz) would obtain at least
corresponding updates on the a passing mark
concepts and
7 PFRS.
key definitions
with regards to
the updates in E Discuss changes that Recitation or At least 90% of the
has to be made in the discussion forum students in the class
the Financial
financial statement rubrics would obtain at least
Reporting presentation due to the a passing mark
Standards updates made on the PFRS

D Apply the concepts of Quiz At least 90% of the

the corresponding PRFS to students in the class
financial statement Mid-Term Exam would obtain at least
presentation a passing mark
Pre-Final Exam

3. Compare and I Discuss the Pre-test At least 90% of the

contrast sample Advantages and (objective-type students in the class
financial Disadvantages of IFRS/PFRS quiz) would obtain at least
statements compared to GAAP a passing mark
presented
according to the
E Identify significant Quiz At least 90% of the
IFRS. students in the class
difference between GAAP and
the corresponding 7 would obtain at least
a passing mark
IFRS/PFRS discussed

D Compare and contrast Presentation of At least 90% of the

sample companies’ sample financial students in the class
accounting policies and statements of would obtain at least
companies with a passing mark
disclosures
analysis

Final Exam

STUDENTS’ REQUIRED SKILLS AND ENVIRONMENT IN A DISTANCE LEARNING MODE

Distance learning covering both flexible tech-driven and printed modular modalities may sound so
wonderful that some of you may start with an unrealistic vision. In reality, these learning modalities
require just as much, if not more, time, energy, motivation and discipline as traditional classroom
courses. So, it is imperative that you possess specific skills and apply learning strategies to be
successful in these learning modalities.

To better equip you for distance learning, it is highly recommended that you take and complete a
Coursera course- MINDSHIFT: Break Through Obstacles to Learning and Discover Your Hidden
Potential. Mindshift teaches the essentials of online learning. It provides practical insights from
science and certain mental tools so you can learn and do more—far more—than you might have
ever dreamed!

You can avail this course as a free course, which means no certificate will be provided to you after
completion. However, the skills and learning strategies that you will gain are helpful in your
university journey.

Aside from the Coursera course, we have the summary of skills and learning strategies that will
surely help you in this distance learning mode: I would like you to carefully read the list and apply
these in all your courses.

1. Persistence
Persistence is perhaps the biggest key to succeed in distance learning. This means that you should
have the willingness to tolerate technical problems, initiative to seek help when needed, discipline
to work daily on every class, and motivation to persist through challenges.

You should understand that you will run into challenges, but keep trying and ask for help. You have
to set up a manageable study schedule and stick to it. You are expected to log in and make progress
every day. Have that discipline, stick to your schedules even after the novelty of going to distance
learning starts to wear off! Keep going! Your daily little progress when sums up will be surely of
significant value at the end of this course.

2. Effective Time-Management Skills

Next, time management. You must be able to manage your time well. This flexibility is one of the
great benefits of distance learning. But it can also be a drawback if you procrastinate, unable to
stick to a routine study schedule, or is not able to complete assignments without daily reminders
from your teacher.

Effective time-management skills don't just happen. You have to learn this by practice. Once you do,
you will benefit from it throughout your life. So, follow the tips below to develop yours:

● You are encouraged to review the syllabus for each of the courses. You must develop a
comprehensive plan for completing the course requirements and assessments.
● Make a daily "To Do" list. And have fun checking things off the list as you complete them.

It takes time to develop good habits. But, at the end, you will surely gain satisfaction from being
well-organized and in accomplishing your tasks.

3. Effective and Appropriate Communication Skills

Another is about communication. This skill is vital in distance learning because you must seek help
when you need it. We, your teachers are willing to help you, but we are unable to pick up on non-
verbal cues, such as a look of confusion on your face. You are advised to follow these tips:

● Use the tools provided by your courses as channels for communication. Our school and
your program provide several ways for us to communicate. These might include e-mail,
discussion groups, chat room office hours, cell phones, and even text messaging. We want to
help you to succeed in your classes and will surely answer your questions.

You may feel awkward to talk with your teachers this way, but these channels aim to bridge
the communication gaps in distance learning. So, go ahead and see the channels specified in
this course.

● Use appropriate style and language for school. When communicating with your teachers
and other staff, you should write in full, grammatically correct sentences and with a
respectful tone. While many of you are used to a very informal style of writing in chat rooms,
blogs, text messages, and so forth, for academic training in UNC along English Immersive
Environment (EIE), you are encouraged to be mindful of your language and sentence
construction.

Because of the distance, it's tempting for some of you to say things out of anger or frustration that
you would never say to your teacher in person. We, your teachers in distance learning are both
professionals and persons. We expect to be treated with respect and courtesy in the same way that
you do in a physical classroom; and with persons whom you encounter every day like your family.
Let us always remember the UNC Core Value: We Respect Each Other and Work as a Team.

4. Basic Technical Skills

The fourth skill is about technology. You as learners need basic technical skills to succeed. These
include your ability to create new documents, use a word processing program, navigate the internet
and the learning management system, and download software and files. We will have an orientation
on how to use the learning management system and other online tools.

If you lack basic computer skills, we are encouraging you to find an online tutorial and learn from
there. You may also want to check the UNC’s main website for its hardware and software
requirements to see the compatibility of your own gadgets

5. Reading and Writing Skills

Another is about reading and writing as the main ways to communicate in distance learning
modality. Although some hard copies of textbooks might be required, you should be comfortable
reading a lot of documents on a computer screen and able to type.

Though some tests and quizzes have multiple choice questions, many of your assignments will
involve writing short or long answers. So appreciate these learning activities to improve your
writing skills.

6. Motivation and Independence

The sixth skills are about motivation and independence. To be successful, you must want to succeed.
Distance learning requires independence, internal motivation, responsibility, and a certain level of
maturity.

Kindly reflect on these questions:

What are your reasons for attending school?

Are you determined and self-motivated to succeed in school?

Your answers are worthwhile reasons to work hard in school. In the future, it will give you a greater
level of personal satisfaction with your career. Perhaps it would be simply a personal pride in your
accomplishments.

7. A Good Study Environment

The last but not the least is having a good study environment. This is a critical factor in distance
learning. Refer to the helpful tips below:

● Get some peace and quiet. You will need a quiet place to work without distractions from
things like television, family, or roommates.
● Avoid games. Consider uninstalling any computer games to avoid temptation. Or keep the
games on a different computer in the house.
● Turn off mobile phone devices. Let your friends and family members know the hours that
you will be "at" school.
● Beware surfing the black hole of the Internet. It is easy to lose track of the time as you
wander from site to site.
● Consider ergonomics. Adjust the height of your chair, keyboard, and screen so that you
will be comfortable. Forearms and thighs should be level and parallel to the floor. Wrists
should not be bent while typing.
● Set up good lighting and comfortable seating. Lighting in the room should be at least as
bright as the computer screen to avoid eye strain.
Go back to the above list from time to time to be reminded of helpful tips to succeed in distance
learning or probably in life in general.

OTHER COURSE POLICIES

General Requirements

Each student is expected to perform in a number of positive ways so as to develop and/or

enhance both tangible and intangible competencies and appreciation. As a facilitator of learning
in these areas, the following expectations must also be met:

1. Thoroughly read and submit all course requirements by the due dates.
2. Communicate with the faculty via LMS, email, class GC or mobile phone number.
3. Conduct yourselves in a professional manner.
4. Check the LMS and class GC regularly.
5. For submission of large files, use the class Google drive

Feedback Mechanism

Correct answers to pre-tests and objective-type quizzes are automated; that is, they will
be shown after submission of the answers, except when there are students who have not taken
the assessment yet, in which case, correct answers will be provided when everyone in the class is
done. Feedback to assignments will be given during synchronous class. The faculty may provide
individual feedback using the feedback feature of Blackboard, or through Messenger or email.

Written Works: Accuracy and Attribution

Individual submitted work may be handwritten or word-processed, while group outputs

must be word-processed, following the format recommended by the APA (American
Psychological Association) citation guidelines (6th Edition). The faculty will adhere to all
university policies regarding the originality of work, examination protocols and behavior, and
grading practices. Students are expected to be familiar with them. Individual and group work
submitted by students must be original. Using other works not properly referenced, especially
long passages, may result in a grade reduction or other appropriate actions as required by the
severity of the situation, including reporting the infraction to the Dean of the School of Graduate
Studies. Accurate and complete referencing will avoid any and all problems in this regard. If you
use a reference from the Internet, the complete URL is required in your bibliography per APA
citation standards (6th Edition).
Honor Code
We uphold the UNC Core Values and this is our commitment with respect to academic integrity.

I am an advocate of academic integrity. I commit to be transparent in acknowledging the work of

others. I commit not to cheat on exams, plagiarize or misrepresent the ideas of someone else as my
own, falsify data and engage in the instances that tainted academic integrity.

I commit to UNC Core Values of Doing the Right Things Right!

Keeping Second Copies of Your Work

Students should retain second copies of all material submitted to the faculty. All written
work submitted to the LMS must contain the student’s name.

Course and Faculty Evaluation by Students

Students will be provided with an opportunity to evaluate the course and the faculty, as
well as relevant materials and activities used in the course delivery. Student feedback is welcome
any time. The best avenue is LMS, email, faculty or mobile phone number.