BA 81 C

This course meets online from Wednesday, October 29, 2008 and ends on Tuesday, Nov. 25, 2008. 
Course Units:  .5
P/A Total Hours:  9
Prerequisites:  See technical requirements listed below.
Classification of the Course:  Degree applicable
Course Grading:  Credit/Non Credit  
You will not receive a letter grade for this class, only a CR or NC.

Class Meeting Times and Location:
This class meets entirely online, using the Etudes online classroom. 

Enter the Etudes online class https://etudes-ng.fhda.edu/portal portal here. You will need a user id to access the class. This login is generated automatically by the COS registration system the day after you register. You will not be able to access the online classroom unless you are officially registered AND semester has officially begun. 

See www.siskiyous.edu/online/etudes/ for the full login instructions.

Instructor
Mrs. Margie White          Email:  white@siskiyous.edu      Phone:  468-5916   
Email is the preferred method of communication.  
Office hours: by appointment.  Emails will be responded to within 48 hours, except for holidays and other notified times.

Time Expectations
All participants should expect to spend approximately three hours per week over the four week period - a total of 12 hours.  Students will be required to participate each week, and will not be able to complete the entire course in one week.  Students should plan to be online at least twice a week in order to pass the course. 

Course Objectives
This course is designed to provide the participants with certain key skills in the area of attitude so that they may effectively maintain a positive attitude at the workplace and at home. The participant will be introduced to the concepts of how attitudes are communicated, the three types of attitudes and how to adjust one's attitude. Topics will also include the primary causes of a bad attitude, turnaround strategies to battle them, and specific techniques to raise the attitude of others.

Text
No text is required  for this class. modules and links to internet-based articles will be posted each week.
There are several recommended texts which are optional, and will assist you in further study of the field of Attitude in the Workplace.

Brinkman, Rick, Ph.D., and Dr. Rick Kirschner. Dealing with People You Can't Stand.  How to Bring Out the Best in People at Their Worst.  McGraw-Hill, Inc. 2002.

Lundin, Stephen C., John Christensen, and Harry Paul.  Fish! A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results.  Hyperion, March 2000. 

Course Requirements

1. Assignments - skill and knowledge demonstration      

There are four (4) individual assignments to be completed during class.  Three of these will be posted to the appropriate Forum, and one assignment will be submitted via attachment. Assignment points are listed below, specific grading instructions will be given with each assignment.

2. Participation - introduction and feedback on posted assignments           

Active and informed class participation is important in a class of this nature where discussions will contribute to each student's understanding and practice of the subject matter. All students are expected to participate in class in an informed, respectful, and attentive manner.  Points will be given for posting the assignments, and giving constructive feedback to posted assignments in the online forums.  

3. Skill Checks - knowledge demonstration in an online test 

One comprehensive test will be given in the final week.  It will demonstrate your ability to comprehend the course requirements and module material.  The test is open book, open notes, and will be timed.

Assignment Overview

This class is is graded on a Credit/No Credit basis.  To achieve credit for this course, you must receive 70 out of the 100 points.  See the assignment list and schedule in the ETUDES classroom for due dates.

Copyright Information

Materials used in connection with the course may be subject to copyright protection.

Course Policies and Other Information

Technical Knowledge - Students are expected to have the necessary technology and skills required for an online class.  All students should have a back-up computer connection in place in the event the primary computer or online service malfunctions. Students should know how to use an internet browser program (Internet Explorer^® or Mozilla Firefox ^®) and be able to research information on the internet.  Students should also know how to use a word processing program, and be able to copy and paste text.

There are  two "Online Readiness" assessments to help you decide if online instruction is really for you. The first assessment looks at your "student" skills, and the second assessment examines your technology skill level. If you have already decided to take an online class, you should review the "Online Survival Guide."

Late Assignments - Because of the short duration of this class, late assignments will be graded downward. No assignments will be accepted after the course ends.

Unacceptable Work - Plagiarism in any assignment is unacceptable. All work taken from other sources must be correctly noted.  If it is determined that two or more students have submitted the same work, all students will receive 0 points for that assignment and may be considered for dismissal from the class.

Assistance - Any student whose disabilities require additional assistance should notify the instructor immediately. 

Withdrawal policy – The COS withdrawal policy can be found in the current course catalog.  If you wish to withdraw from the class you must file the appropriate forms.  Check with the Admissions office for important dates, such as the last day to drop this course without penalty.

Incomplete policy – The COS incomplete policy can be found in the current course catalog.  Incompletes will be given only under the circumstances stated in that policy.