Class Information and Policies
INSTRUCTOR: Dr. Hu., B.A. Psychology:
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Office:
Batmale 332
Email:
khu@ccsf.edu.
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When sending
e-mail to instructor, clearly identify yourself in the Subject Line to avoid
being deleted as spam, e.g. write “Psyc 1,
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You are
responsible for keeping your CCSF email account updated. See “My CCSF” for info:
http://www.ccsf.edu/NEW/en/myccsf.html
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Most class
hand-outs and announcements will be emailed to you. If you are unable to access
email, please coordinate with a classmate, or discuss this with me at the
beginning of the semester.
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Course Website: http://doctorhu.tripod.com (This is not
the CCSF website.).
WORKLOAD:
Class attendance, plus 2-3
hrs of individual study time per class hour.
Reading Assignments. You are
expected to independently complete the readings and ask questions for clarification.
Written Assignments and Exams
GRADING CRITERIA:
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90% and above =
A., e.g. superior work that demonstrates a precise and excellent
understanding of course material, including insights & applications
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80-89% = B, e.g.
work is good without serious flaws
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70-79% = C, e.g.
work is fair, but has deficiencies and needs improvement in several areas
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60-69% = D, e.g.
passing, but lacking in preparedness and care in completing assignments.
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Pass/Not Pass:
70% and above = Pass, 69% and below =
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Keep returned
tests and backup copies of written assignments as evidence in the unlikely
event of a grade dispute.
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Any Assignment or
Document emailed to meet a deadline must be followed by a Paper Copy delivered
within three working days to my office, Batmale 332.
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If there are any
questions about your course grade contact me within 90 days after the end of
the semester. Graded papers and tests are retained for one year.
TESTING AND ASSIGNMENTS:
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Zero tolerance for Cheating or Plagiarizing. Can result in a
permanent F grade for the course. “Cheating” includes: getting test information
from another student, removing test information from the classroom (a copy of
the exam, taking notes about test questions/answers, photocopying, etc.),
copying from another student, presenting another person’s work as your own,
etc.
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If you are aware
of another person cheating (during testing, on assignments, etc.) please let me
know so that I can further investigate. You can remain anonymous.
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Most testing will
be on Scantrons. You are required to bring a pencil & eraser on test days.
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An error in
marking the scantron, or incomplete erasures will be counted as “wrong.”
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Tests must be
taken at the scheduled times. No make-ups. No early or late Final Exams.
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No electronic devices
(phones, iPods, etc.) present during testing or test answer reviews.
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Please use
bathroom facilities before the exam. No exiting during testing.
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Dictionaries
(non-electronic only) are allowed for ESL students. Remove all personal notes
from your dictionary.
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Study tips:
Simply “understanding” the lectures & readings is insufficient. Overlearn the material to perform well
on the test. Prepare for exams with self-testing or working with a study
partner. Practice by explaining key terms/concepts to others.
ATTENDANCE and PARTICIPATION
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Unlimited Excused
Absences are allowed for extenuating circumstances. You must submit a completed
“Request for an Excused Absence or Late” form (available at http://doctorhu.tripod.com or outside my
office door L332) when you return to class. Submit one form for each day you
are absent. Extenuating circumstances, as defined by CCSF, are verified cases
of accidents, illness, or other circumstances beyond the control of the student.
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Emails or phone
messages do not meet requirements for an Excused Absence.
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When you arrive
late, let me know at the end of that class meeting. Missing more than
50% of the class time counts as an absence for that late.
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Leaving class
without prior permission (sneaking out) = 2 unexcused absences.
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More than 3
unexcused absences MIGHT result in an instructor-initiated drop/withdrawal.
(Note: if you WANT to drop/withdraw, you are responsible for completing the
process.)
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If you miss a
class, you are still responsible for all materials covered during lecture. Ask
a classmate, (not the instructor) for notes and missed hand-outs.
CLASSROOM
DISTRACTIONS: Cells
phones on silent mode. No texting or
websurfing. Keep classroom
conditions pleasant by observing courtesies such as not talking during lecture,
properly disposing of garbage, etc. Distracting students will be asked to leave
the classroom.
QUESTIONS:
If you have questions during lecture, ASK. Others might be confused as
well. If your question or comment isn't of general interest to the class,
I will defer it to after class or to office hours.
ILLNESS: Stay
home if you’re sick. Submit a completed Request
for an Excused Absence when you return. Please observe “respiratory
etiquette” to avoid spreading viruses to your classmates, i.e. stay home, “sneeze
into the sleeve” (rather than your hand), wash hands frequently.
STUDENT CONDUCT:
Mutual respect is required. Refer to the College Catalog for further guidance
on Student Conduct.
FRAGRANCE-FREE:
Please refrain from wearing fragrances that can be detected further than 12
inches from you. Just be clean. (Make yourself attractive by being smart and
friendly.) If wearing fragrance, please sit in the back of the classroom.
DOG:
Occasionally there might be a dog in the classroom. If you are uncomfortable or
allergic to dogs, please let me know at the beginning of the semester.
Also, please don’t tease the dog.
That's it. Except for
"Congratulations to you for being in college!" I know it is hard
work, particularly if you're taking a full load, have a job, family, or have
other obligations. However, just the fact that you are here and are interested
in improving your brain deserves a hand.
Good wishes for a great semester!