Outline for University 1301 Proposal

THEME: University 1301:Experiencing Poverty

DESCRIPTION:Through a collection of readings, we will explore the voice, the presence, and the perspective of the poor who live on the margins of society and are generally invisible to the rest of us. Goals are to bring the realities of the lives of the impoverished as close to the reader as possible and to get the reader to listen carefully to these voices of the poor to enhance their understanding (Eitzen 2003). Students will learn to use their sociological imagination when discussing, analyzing and writing about the readings. We will also assess and explore academic skills vital to college success.

METHODS FOR ADDRESSING GOALS:

Goals and Objectives

Goal 1. Students will begin to understand their roles, opportunities, and responsibilities that impact their success within the context of the university.

  • Objective 1.1 Students will explore one or more academic topics to become familiar with specific academic disciplines.
  • Students will read assigned material from Experiencing Poverty book in order to discuss in class and answer assigned essay questions. Focus will be on developing a sociological imagination.
  • Students will prepare a final portfolio as the final exam for course.
  • Objective 1.2 Students will demonstrate knowledge of the rules of academic integrity and will practice acceptable academic behavior.
  • Presentation planned by peer leader regarding topic.
  • Objective 1.3 Students will become familiar with current UTEP academic policies and requirements in order to remain in good academic standing and graduate in a timely manner.
  • Objective 1.4 Students will participate in appropriate advising procedures to develop a plan of study.
  • Students will expand their knowledge about academic policies and advising during in-class presentation by assigned advisor.
  • Advisors from advising center will visit class to provide outreach advising.
  • Objective 1.5 Students will examine personal and social transition issues affecting college success.

Goal 2. Students will learn about and practice essential academic skills in order to strengthen performance in the university setting.

  • Objective 2.1 Students will work to improve critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Students will participate in one in-class critical thinking activity in groups.
  • Objective 2.2 Students will work to improve oral, written, and electronic communication skills.
  • Students will communicate through UTEP e-mail account with instructor and peer leader.
  • Students will write essays about the topic of poverty.
  • Students will participate in class discussions related to readings about poverty.
  • Objective 2.3 Students will work to improve library and electronic research skills.
  • Students will participate in Library orientation and a tour of available materials as well as completion of on-line library modules/quizzes. The class will visit the library lab and learn about databases and how to use for research by completing an assignment regarding abstracts.
  • Objective 2.4 Students will work to improve discussion skills in both small and large groups.
  • Objective 2.5 Students will work to improve appropriate skills and strategies for academic survival and success (e.g., active learning skills, note-taking, reading, test taking, time management, etc.).
  • In-class and lab activities will be scheduled to address topics of time management, note taking, test taking, reading, etc. as well as assigned readings and activities in the Borders textbook.

Goal 3. Students will begin to build a network of faculty, staff, and peers in order to create a supportive and positive learning experience/environment.

  • Objective 3.1 Students will meet at least twice with the instructional team to discuss academic progress and transition to UTEP and to explore options for improvement.
  • Objective 3.2 Students will meet at least once with other appropriate staff and instructors, such as their academic advisor, their other professors and/or teaching assistants, and the librarian assigned to their UNIV 1301 section.
  • Students will interview (in person) a professor of their choice and submit a written summary.
  • Objective 3.3 Students will participate in group activities and learn more about group roles and facilitation skills.
  • Objective 3.4 Students will become familiar with the university’s student organizations, services, and departments
  • Students will work in groups to visit assigned places on campus for scavenger hunt and present a PowerPoint of relevant information.

Goal 4. Students will begin to assess and better understand their own interests, abilities, and values in order to more efficiently pursue their academic, career, and life goals

  • Objective 4.1 Students will engage in at least one goal-setting activity or exercise.
  • Objective 4.2 Students will participate in at least one activity or exercise to assess learning styles and adapt their personal learning style to college tasks.
  • Students will complete pre and post LASSI
  • Objective 4.3 Students will participate in at least one assessment activity or exercise that examines the student’s interests, abilities, and values.
  • Objective 4.4 Students will participate in at least one activity or exercise to become familiar with the steps required to prepare for a career.
  • These two objectives will be met using DISCOVER program which will be completed at the library Lab and discussed in the next class. Students will complete as assignment pertaining to careers they chose to explore.
  • Objective 4.5 Students will participate in at least one activity or exercise to become familiar with Financial Literacy.
  • Students will participate in a budgeting activity in relation to poverty and determine if minimum wage provides adequate resources.

Goal 5. Students will become involved in UTEP activities and utilize campus resources.

  • Objective 5.1 Students will attend/participate in social, cultural, and intellectual events at UTEP.
  • Students will attend one campus event and submit a written reflection paper.
  • Objective 5.2 Students will become aware of and use selected academic and student support resources, especially the Writing Center, Math Resource Center, University Counseling Center, University Career Center, Academic Advising Center, Student Development, University Health Center, and on-campus computer labs.
  • Scavenger Hunt fulfills this objective as well as handouts/announcements provided by instructor and peer leader throughout the semester.
  • Objective 5.3 Students will demonstrate regular use of university information dissemination systems, such as email, bulletin broadcasts, and websites.

Proposal to Teach University 1301

Fall 2010

Name:Teresa Hibbert

UTEP Position/Title Lecturer

Department Entering Students Program/ Sociology_

Highest Degree Earned Masters

Discipline Sociology

Telephone #: Campus_747-5714 Home_585-9279/240-4558

E-Mail ______

Section Theme _Experiencing Poverty______

Days/Time Preference:

Open until Sociology assigns classes ( I teach one sociology usually on TR 12 noon)

Top three choices Univ 1301:

1.MWF 10:30

2.MWF 11:30 or 12:30

3.MW if sections with longer meeting times are open ( again AM times or 1:30-3.

I am not available for 3 pm sections as of now—perhaps later??

Please indicate in which University Seminar Program you wish to teach:

Science and Engineering _____ General ___X__

Please indicate if you are proposing a section to be taught in Spanish for ESOL students:

Yes _____ No ___X__

Please indicate if you are interested in teaching your UNIV 1301 sections as part of a learning community.

Yes __X___ No _____