HLP1081: Concepts of Wellness E-Learning Summer 2008

Please note: This syllabus is tentative and subject to change based on course progress and unforeseen circumstances. If a specific due date or assignment is changed, you will be notified a.s.a.p. by the Professor. Please be advised that Summer Sessions are extremely short and assignments to be completed are the same as for a Fall or Spring Term; therefore, students are advised to not "procrastinate" in any way and contact the Professor immediately, if you have any difficulty with completing the requirements for this course. Content for this course will be located in the ANGEL SITE AND/OR ON MY WEBPAGE.

Instructor: Dr. Margery Robertson
Office Number26-117
Office Hours: Posted on office door or by appointment.
Telephone: (941) 752-5372 or (941) 355-0873 *2 (PREFERRED)
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Department Website: / Coordinator: Dr. Margery Robertson
Office Number26-117
Office Hours: Posted on office door or by appointment.
Telephone: (941)752-5372 or (941)355-0873*2 (PREFERRED)
Email Address: (PREFERRED)

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Course Description: Three credit introductory course in personal wellness, designed to help students understand their current health status and provide them with knowledge of a functional wellness program for their life. (Fall Spring)

Course Pre-Requisite: Basic computer skill, computer access, active MCC e-mail address and compatibility with attachment programs to be used with campus equipment.

Course Performance Standards: Students may access performance standards by clicking on the “Course Performance Standards” link at the following web address: A hard copy may be obtained from the department office.

Texts & Materials

Essential Concepts for Healthy Living, 4th Edition, Sandra Alters and Wendy Schiff, Jones and Bartlett Publishers; 2005; ISBN 0-7637-4081-0

Applying Concepts for Healthy Living, A Workbook, Alters and Schiff, Jones and Bartlett Publishers; 2005

Health and Wellness Journal Workbook, 2nd Edition, Brian Luke Seaward, Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2003

Managing Stress, A Creative Journal, 3rd Edition, Brian Luke Seaward, 2004

The Human Condition Video Series, Intelecom, 2001 (Available in Bookstore at front check-out counter on CD/DVD) ISBN 1-58337003-2-3

Study Guide: The Human Condition, Wendy Schiff, Intelecom; 2005, ISBN 0-7637-3725-9

HANDOUTS or supplemental material may be provided by the Professor.

****Additional item for Students (Optional)

ACCESS TO COMPUTER AT HOME OR AT SCHOOL; FLOPPY DISKS/CD’s, THUMB DRIVES TO SAVE WORK; BE ADVISED THAT YOU MAY NOT BE ABLE TO PRINT AT ALL SCHOOL FACILITIES. PRINT CARDS ARE AVAILABLE IN THE LIBRARY..

Attendance Policy

Class attendance and promptness are regarded as essential for each student’s maximum participation and for effective instruction to take place. Note that attendance definitely has a bearing on the grade earned in the course as it effects class participation, out-of class assignments and quizzes. The student who must miss a class session is responsible for all material covered in the class. Anyone leaving during the class will be counted absent, unless authorized by the instructor. . .

Attendance is MANDATORY for the Orientation and Final Meetings in this Distance Learning Course. If you miss without prior permission from the Professor of this class, you will lose 5 points from your course average at the end of the course. In addition, if you miss the Orientation without prior permission from the Professor to the class, you will be listed as a "no show" and be dropped from the course. ORIENTATION will be held at the Lakewood Ranch Campus on Thursday, May 8, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. for Summer A. The Final Meeting for the course for Summer A will be held at the Lakewood Ranch Campus on Thursday, June 12, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. For Summer B, mandatory ORIENTATION will be held on Thursday, June 19, 2008 at the Lakewood Ranch Campus at 5:00 p.m. The mandatory Final Meeting for the course for Summer B will be held at Lakewood Ranch Campus on Thursday, July 24, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.

Evaluation for Course

25% JOURNALS (20)or ARTICLES (10) due on or before June 9, 2008 for Summer A and on or before July 7, 2007 for Summer B

25% HUMAN CONDITION QUIZZES (select 20 from 26 posted on line) The Quizzes will be on-line from May 8, 2008 at 11 p.m. until June 11, 2008 at 11 p.m. for Summer A and the Quizzes will be on-line from June 19, 2008 at 11 p.m. until July 23, 2008 at 11 p.m. for Summer B.

25% EXAM #1 – on line from May 25, 2008 at 11:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on June 1, 2008 for Summer A and on line from July 1, 2008 at 11 p.m. until July 8, 2008 at 11 p.m. for Summer B. This exam covers TEXTBOOK CHAPTERS 1-8 only.

25% EXAM #2 – on line from June 4, 2008 at 11:00 p.m. until 11:00 p.m. on June 11, 2008, for Summer A and on line from July 16, 2008 at 11 p.m. until July 23, 2008 at 11 p.m.. for Summer B. This exam covers TEXTBOOK CHAPTERS 9-16 only.

Grading Policy

A = 90-100B = 80-89 C = 70-79 D = 60-69 F = 0-59

I = Unfinished Requirement to Complete Course W = Withdrawal

GRADES WILL BE POSTED IN ANGEL. Quiz scores and Exam scores will be recorded immediately. Grades for Article and Journal Assignments will be recorded within two weeks of the due date and will be returned to you at the Final Meeting.

Withdrawal Policy

In accordance with the ManateeCommunity College policy as stated in the college catalog, students may withdraw from any course or all courses without academic penalty of a WF by the withdrawal deadline as listed in the ManateeCommunity College academic calendar. Drop with refund deadline is May 9 forSummer A and withdrawal deadline for Summer A is June 2 , 2008. For Summer B drop with refund deadline is June 20, 2008 and withdrawal deadline for Summer B is July 14, 2008.The student must take responsibility for initiating the withdrawal procedure. Students are strongly encouraged to talk with their instructors first before taking any withdrawal action, and inform your Professor if you are withdrawing so records can be updated. Please contact your Professor before withdrawing, as in many instances they can assist you in the prevention of this and help you toward success in this class.

******IF YOU CHOOSE TO WITHDRAW, IT IS MANDATORY FOR YOU TO RETURN ANY BORROWED MATERIALS TO THE PROFESSOR OR YOUR GRADES AND ALL FUTURE COLLEGE BUSINESS WILL BE BLOCKED UNTIL THE OBLIGATION IS FULFILLED*******(VIDEO TAPES if applicable)

ASSIGNMENTS: Students are expected to complete assignments which are assigned by the Professor in a timely manner. Assignments for your course are in ANGEL.

Points will be deducted if assignments are completed after the Due Dates, even with permission. Students should consult with the Professor PRIOR to any assignment due date if they expect to be excused from any of the stated criteria. Any student who “bunches” assignments and/or procrastinates from completing assignments until the week before an assignment is due is not guaranteed any assistance from technology and/or the Professor. Computer difficulties are not an excuse; neither is “forgetting”.

If students do not complete the following assignments by the stated dates, they may be withdrawn by the Professor for non-performance.

****EXAM #1must be completed by June 1, 2008 at 11 p.m. for Summer A and by July 8, 2008 at 11 p.m for Summer B ****

****HUMAN CONDITION QUIZZES: DISTANCE LEARNING STUDENTS MUST HAVE COMPLETED 10 OF THEIR CHOSEN 20 byJune 1, 2008 for Summer A and by July 13, 2007 at 11 p.m. for Summer B.****

Statement of Plagiarism

Plagiarism is the use of ideas, facts, opinions, illustrative material, data, direct or indirect wording of another scholar and/or writer—professional or student—without giving proper credit. Expulsion, suspension, or any lesser penalty may be imposed for plagiarism.

Standards of Conduct

Students are expected to abide by all Lancer Student Handbook guidelines.

NOTE: Students are encouraged to contact the Professor at any time for assistance and/or clarification about this course. I want you to succeed! If possible, your telephone calls and/or e-mails will be returned within a 24 hour time-frame; 48 hours if received on the weekend and/or holidays. Please follow the Proper E-Mail Etiquette, which will be discussed at Orientation if you desire a response. Because this is a Distance Learning Class does not make it any “easier”; perhaps, just more convenient for you. However, this is only true, if you manage yourself as a student and your time wisely! Good luck on your way to an “A”! I hope you will enjoy learning in this course. The responsibility is yours. Please accept the constructive suggestions below to help you:

  1. Attend Orientation and Final Meetings. Make the proper arrangements in your life schedule ahead of time in order to be there. Don’t schedule two classes in the same time slot; I will expect you to devote these two evenings to your class and your Because this is a Distance Learning Course does not make it any “easier”; only perhaps, more convenient for you. This, however, is new “family”.
  2. Don’t PROCRASTINATE in completing your assignments. Set up a schedule and complete in a timely manner. There will be consequences for not completing work on time. Plan on completing your assignments a week before they are due, as if you wait until one week prior to completing an assignment, there is no guarantee that help will be available for you. Forgetting, is not an acceptable excuse! Plan to complete work ahead of schedule, so excuses will not be necessary.
  3. Don’t make assumptions.
  4. Contact the Professor immediately if you are having difficulty so you can receive prompt assistance.
  5. Be sure you can count on your computer equipment. This is no excuse for not completing your work on time and completely.

The college provides facilities which can help complete your assignments if you experience computer problems, but not at the last minute; this is why I suggest completing your work one week in advance of any deadlines. Copy your completed work to a cd, thumb drive or floppy in case work in lost. For printing needs, purchase a print card from the Library on either campus.

  1. Communicate regularly with your Professor., preferably by e-mail and/or phone each week.
  2. Read Text, take notes, ,study The Human Condition material, watch video lesson prior to taking quizzes; do not depend upon “looking up answers” as many questions will be of an “application nature”.

Please contact me if you need any assistance in this course -- I am willing to assist you in attaining success!

Dr. Margie Robertson