1
Great Basin College
Course Syllabus
Fall 2016
Course Title:BUS 110 – Human Relations for Employment (91505)
Section:1001-LEC
Credits:Three (3)
Instructor:Robert C. Cowan, Ed.D.
Contact:Phone: (702) 573-3545 Email: WebCampus System
Office Hours:M/W/F 9:00 AM - Noon
Course Schedule:Asynchronous WebCampus (Online)
Course Week:Monday 12:01 AM - Sunday 11:59 PM
Course Duration:August 29, 2016–December 16, 2016
Textbook:Effective Human Relations: Interpersonal and Organizational Applications; 13th Edition, 2017
Authors:Reece & Reece
Edition: 11th
ISBN 13: 978-1-305-57616-2
Publisher: Cengage Learning
Catalog Description
Introduces students to the principles and skills of effective communication in business and professional settings. It provides information on how to communicate with superiors, co-workers, subordinates, clients, and customers. Three-credit course includes a computation component.
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s)
None
Instructor’s Course Description
During this course we will explore the extent to which complex human interactionis integrated into today’s workplace through a series of interpersonal relationships. We will study communication methods and the significant role that each play in the workplace and in our personal lives. We will look at how our personal experiences and opinions impact our communication in the workplace, and how we can work to become more adept at building effectual bonds. We will address challenges that we may experience in today’s workplace, positive ways to work through such challenges, and developing methods that will preserve our interactions during stressful situations.
Instructor’s Note
This course will make use of discussion board posts, individual writing assignments, quizzes, and other modalities as necessary. It is important to give each task an equal portion of effort and attention because concepts within this course build upon one another. You may find that the course content is a combination of psychology, sociology, social science, and motivational techniques. Enter the course with an open mind and we will all learn a lot... and have fun along the way.
Learning Objectives, Outcomes, and the Measurement Thereof
Objective 1: Key TerminologyKnowing and understanding terminology is essential to the subject matter.
Learner Outcomes / Measurement(s)
(1) Learn terminology of vocabulary / Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(2) Apply terminology in writing / Essays, Discussion board posts
(3) Apply terminology in scenarios / Essays, Discussion board posts
Objective 2: Understand Human Relations
Develop an understanding of how human relations impact the workplace.
Learner Outcomes / Measurement(s)
(1) Identify communication styles / Essays, Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(2) Identify interpersonal relationships / Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(3) Identify motivational factors / Essays, Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(4) Identify emotional factors / Essays, Discussion board posts, Quizzes
Objective 3: Identify & Understand Personal Factors of Human Relations
Develop an understanding of how individual personal factors relate to the organization
Learner Outcomes / Measurement(s)
(1) Identify personal self-esteem / Essays, Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(2) Identify personal attitude / Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(3) Identify personal successes & plans / Essays, Discussion board posts, Quizzes
(4) Identify and mitigate personal stressors / Discussion board posts, Quizzes
Method of Instruction
This course is presented in asynchronous format via the WebCampus online classroom. All of the instructional materials for this course are contained within the WebCampus classroom and inthe assigned textbook. Instruction includes but is not limited to reading all weekly course announcements; accessing, reviewing and saving uploaded instructional documents; reviewing PowerPoint and/or other presentations; weekly textbook reading and associated quizzes; reading and responding to discussion board posts; and completing written assignments.
Instruction for this course is presented in a weekly format, with the week running from Monday at 12:01 AM until Sunday at 11:59 PM. Each week will automatically open and close at these specific days and times to facilitate uniformity and continuity of instruction. Weeks will not open or close before or after the designated time period.
Graded Components, aka Deliverables
Late work is NOT accepted. All work must be submitted in the online classroom by the posted date and time. WebCampus automatically opens and closes weekly assignments and quizzes based upon the posted dates and times, and will lock the assignment submittal at the close of that time period. Emailed coursework is not accepted. Technical difficulties to include computer and/or internet problems are not accepted as reasons for submitting late work, nor are vacation or travel plans.
Syllabus Quiz: Each learner must download, save, and thoroughly read the entire syllabus document. Learners must then affirm having done so via the associated quiz during week 1 in the WebCampus. Failure to do so will result in an“F” grade for the course.
Quizzes: Quizzes (aka “Exams”) are an integral part of the course and are an important method for evaluating students’ mastery of the assigned course content. All quizzes are chapter specific, non-cumulative, and there is no final cumulative exam. Quizzes typically contain a combination of multiple choice, true/false, and short answer questions.
Written Assignments:Written assignments for this course consist of two different assignments: Essays and Key Terms. Essays provide the learner the opportunity to express in writing concepts that are learned throughout the course. Key terms are included in the course as a means to identify terminology that will be important in the workplace and during future collegiate course work.
All written assignments must be clearly labeled with each student’s name, date, and the week number of the course.
Discussion Board (DB) Posts: DB posts offer a time for students to interact directly regarding important topics. All initial DB posts must be at least one paragraph or more in length, must specifically address the topic of the post, and must contain thoughtful, substantive, and grammatically correct collegiate level writing.
Learners are required to post the initial DB question response by the end of day on Tuesday of each week, and are required to post at least 2 high quality responses to peers’ posts on two separate days of the week. This equates to a total of 3 posts on 3 separate days for the discussion board posts: 1 day for the initial post, and 2 additional separate days for the follow-up responses to peers. This is the minimum requirement.
If for some reason you do not post your initial response to the DB, do NOT skip the entire DB for that week. Points are assigned for each individual post.
NOTE: Although the school week runs Monday through Sunday, assignments are due at various times throughout the school week. It is important to note the specific due dates for each assignment. Do not assume that an assignment is due on the last day of the school week. Carefully review the Course Outline and WebCampusModules for due dates for all assignments.
Grading Criteria
Discussion Board / Points PossibleInitial substantive post / 10
1st response to peer / 5
2nd response to peer / 5
Interactionon at least 3 separate days / 5
Written Assignments / Points Possible
Key Terms: List the complete definition for each key term. / 1 point each
Essays: Thoughtfully answer each question in its entirety. / 10 points for each question
Grading Weight and Scale
Deliverables / Points PossibleSyllabus Quiz / 10
Section Quizzes / 500
Essays / 300
Discussion Board Posts / 375
Key Terms / 200
Total / 1385
Cumulative Point Grading Scale
Final grades for the semester will be based upon the following scale of cumulative points:
940 to 1000 points = A730 to 769 points = C
900 to 939 points = A-700 to 729 points = C-
870 to 899 points = B+670 to 699 points = D+
830 to 869 points = B630 to 669 points = D
800 to 829 points = B-600 to 629 points = D-
770 to 799 points = C+0 to 599 points = F
Attendance Policy
Learners must login to the WebCampus at least 3 times during the school work week. Additionally, please be sure to check your email in WebCampus during each login session.
Additional Resources/Course Information
The Great Basin College Catalog is an excellent source for academic information, resources, and policies and procedures, and should be consulted by students as needed.
The instructor expects all assignments to be completed in a manner commensurate with academic rigor and college level work. This includes but is not limited to proper formatting of assignments; correct spelling, grammar and punctuation; providing well thought-out, comprehensive responses to questions; researching topics as necessary to complete assignments; thoroughly reading all announcements and handouts provided by the instructor for the duration of the course; and engaging in professional student conduct and academic integrity.
Academic Integrity and Student Conduct
Cheating in any form or manner could result in an automatic grade of “F” for this course for this semester. The instructor has a zero tolerance policy on plagiarism, and written submissions will be subject to plagiarism detection software.
Student conduct shall conform to the standards of conduct as set forth in the Great Basin College 2014 – 2015 Catalog
Grade of Incomplete/Student Course Withdrawal
The instructor shall not employ the use of and shall not issue the grade of “I”- incomplete in this course. If you do not complete the course and do not formally withdraw by the drop deadline, your instructor will have no choice but to assign a grade of "F".
Disability Policy
In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable statutory provisions, as a student with a disability you have the right to request needed accommodations. If you have a disability for which you will need to request accommodations, please contact the ADA Officer, Julie Brynes, in Elko at (775) 753-2271 as soon as possible to request timely and appropriate accommodations.
Email and Telephone Policy
The instructor is available for contact via email and telephone. The instructor shall not address via email or telephone matters relating tostudent confidential information. Assignments and handouts shall not be sent to students by the instructor via email. Assignments shall not be sent to the instructor via email. All course content, deliverables, and email communication shall be conducted via WebCampus.
Civility
Civility is a requirement for all courses. Students are expected to assist in maintaining a course environment that is conducive to learning and sharing. This includes appropriate verbiage and tone in the discussion board environment, in all written assignments, and during interaction with peers during group assignments.
Course Outline: Bus 110 - Fall 2016
Week 1: Chapter 1 / Dates:8/29-9/4Topic:Introduction to human relations
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
Syllabus Quiz / 8/30 / 10
DB Post / 8/30- Initial & 9/4- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 9/4 / 14
Essay / 9/4 / 20
Week 2: Chapter 2 / Dates: 9/5-9/11
Topic:Improving personal and organizational communications
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 9/6- Initial & 9/11- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 9/11 / 20
Quiz / 9/11 / 100
Week 3: Chapter 3 / Dates: 9/12-9/18
Topic:Career success begins with knowing yourself
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 9/13- Initial & 9/18- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 9/18 / 18
Week 4: Chapter 4 / Dates: 9/19-9/25
Topic:Building high self-esteem
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 9/20-Initial & 9/25- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 9/25 / 15
Essay / 9/25 / 20
Week 5: Chapter 5 / Dates: 9/26-10/2
Topic:Personal values influence ethical choices
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 9/27- Initial & 10/2- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 10/2 / 13
Essay / 10/2 / 30
Week 6: Chapter 6 / Dates: 10/3-10/9
Topic:Attitudes can shape your life
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 10/4- Initial & 10/9- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 10/9 / 9
Essay / 10/9 / 30
Week 7: Chapter 7 / Dates: 10/10-10/16
Topic:Motivating yourself and others
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 10/11- Initial & 10/16- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 10/16 / 15
Quiz / 10/16 / 100
Week 8: Chapter 8 / Dates: 10/17-10/23
Topic:Improving interpersonal relations with constructive self-disclosure
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 10/18- Initial & 10/23- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 10/23 / 15
Essay / 10/23 / 20
Week 9: Chapter 9 / Dates: 10/24-10/30
Topic:Achieving emotional balance in a chaotic world
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 10/25- Initial & 10/30-Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 10/30 / 10
Week 10: Chapter 10 / Dates: 10/31-11/6
Topic:Building stronger relationships with positive energy
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 11/1- Initial & 11/6- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 11/6 / 12
Essay / 11/6 / 20
Week 11: Chapter 11 / Dates: 11/7-11/13
Topic:Developing a professional presence
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 11/8- Initial & 11/13- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 11/13 / 10
Quiz / 11/13 / 100
Week 12: Chapter 12 / Dates: 11/14-11/20
Topic:Team building: A leadership strategy
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 11/15- Initial & 11/20- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 11/20 / 12
Essay / 11/20 / 20
Week 13: Chapter 13 / Dates: 11/21-11/27
Topic:Resolving conflict and dealing with difficult people
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 11/22-Initial & 11/27- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 11/27 / 13
Quiz / 11/27 / 100
Week 14: Chapter 14 / Dates: 11/28-12/4
Topic:Responding to personal and work-related stress
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 11/29 & 12/4-Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 12/4 / 12
Essay / 12/4 / 20
Week 15: Chapter 15 / Dates: 12/5-12/11
Topic:Valuing workforce diversity and inclusion
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
DB Post / 12/6-Initial & 12/11- Remaining / 25
Key Terms / 12/11 / 14
Essay / 12/11 / 20
Week 16: Chapters 16 & 17 – Final Week / Dates: 12/12-12/16
Topic:The changing roles of men and women & A life plan for effective human relations
Assignment / Due Date / Points Possible
Essay / 12/16 / 100
Quiz / 12/16 / 100
BUS 110 – Fall 2016 – v8.16