financial aid, failure for non-attendance may require the student to refund to the College all or part of the aid received. The FN grade will be assigned by the faculty member at any time following the final withdrawal date for the course. For additional information, please review the grading system and policies in the College catalog. I Grade - Incomplete Incomplete (I) grades may be awarded based on the criteria in the College catalog. Repeating the Course You may repeat a course in an attempt to improve a grade previously earned. However, you are limited in your attempts to courses where a “D,” “F,” or “FN” grade was earned. You have only three total attempts in any course, including the original grade, repeat grades, and withdrawals. Upon the third attempt in a course, you must be given an “A,” “B,” “C,” “D,” or “F”. When you repeat a course at Florida State College, only the last grade earned is calculated in your cumulative grade point average (GPA). If you have an excessive number of “W” or “FN” grades and repeat courses to improve your GPA, you may jeopardize your admission to programs in the Florida State University System (SUS) or other institutions. Calendar of Activities The Calendar of Activities is a summary of the lessons and course activities for each module. See each specific Module page for directions on how to complete each assignment. Special Note: The instructor reserves the right to modify this syllabus. You will be notified of any changes. Week Module, Topic(s) & Reading(s) Assignments & Activities Due Dates Week 1 Sept 21 - 27 Module 1: Blood Read: Chapter 17 Student Contract Greetings & Introductions Lab 1: Blood Typing Module 1 Discussion: Blood Module 1 Quiz Sept 27 Week 2 Sept 28 - Oct 4 Module 2: The Heart Read: Chapter 18 Lab 2: Pig Heart Dissection Module 2 Discussion: The Heart Module 2 Quiz Oct 4
Please remember that answers to questions about your course materials, tests, quizzes, or assignments can only be provided by your instructor. Library and Learning Commons The (LLC) () is an instructional area of the College designed to offer a variety of teaching, learning and research resources to students enrolled in courses at Florida State College at Jacksonville. LLC services include individual and small group tutoring; traditional and virtual library services and materials; subject-specific instruction including orientations; free workshops; study areas; and access to tutorials, computers, and multimedia technology. Tutorials/Online Demonstrations To view demonstrations of common Blackboard and computer activities, go to (). The Next Step I hope you have found this syllabus useful. Your next step is to become familiar with the Blackboard classroom and begin the assignments for Module One. See you in the online course! Rubrics Lab Report Rubric Labs 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, and 12 will be graded using the following Lab report rubric. Please use it as a guide toward successful completion of these assignments. Criteria Levels of Achievement Exemplary Meets Expectations Developing Beginning Not Acceptable Purpose 4 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." It is clearly defined and concise. 3.2 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." 2.8 Points The Purpose section is titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" however, the definition does not match the title, i.e. it is titled "Question", but uses a statement instead of a question. 2.4 Points The Purpose section is not titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" and/or it is difficult to understand. 0 Points The Purpose section is missing.
Hypothesis 4 Points The Hypothesis section is logically written as an "If...then" statement. Sound reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is clearly specific to the lab investigation. 3.2 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement. Adequate reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is specific to the lab investigation. 2.8 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement, however, no reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is somewhat specific to the lab investigation. 2.4 Points The Hypothesis section is not written as an "If...then" statement. No reasoning is provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is not specific to the lab 0 Points The Hypothesis section is missing. Materials and Procedures 4 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a complete list of materials used, as well as a clear and concise explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps. 3.2 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used, as well as an explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps. 2.8 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used and/or explanation of the procedure, but not both. The procedure is explained in paragraph form. 2.4 Points The Materials and Procedures section is difficult to read and The procedure is fuzzy and 0 Points The Materials and Procedures section is missing. Data and Analysis 4 Points The Data and Analysis 3.2 Points The Data and Analysis 2.8 Points The Data and Analysis section is 2.4 Points The Data and Analysis 0 Points The Data and Analysis
section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is clearly presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting, including labels and units, if applicable, is accurate and thorough. section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting is acceptable. an acceptable amount of data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. There are some format problems with labels, units, or completeness of data. section is poorly presented. There is information missing and/or it is not presented in a table, graph, or chart format. Other major formatting problems exist. section is missing. Conclusion 4 Points The Conclusion section clearly and concisely states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an excellent discussion or summary of the data and observations, including a logical reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results. 3.2 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an adequate discussion or summary of the data and observations, including some reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results. 2.8 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not, but uses inadequate or incomplete logic to provide a reason why the results were obtained. 2.4 Points The Conclusion section does not state whether or not the hypothesis is correct. It includes only a statement. 0 Points The Conclusion section is missing.
Cumulative points Exemplary 20-18 points Meets Standard 17.9-16 points Developing 15.9-14 points Beginning 13.9-12 points Not Acceptable 11.9-0 points Hands-On Lab Report Rubric Labs 2, 6, 8 and 10 will be graded using the following Lab Report rubric. Please use it as a guide toward successful completion of these assignments. Criteria Levels of Achievement Exemplary Meets Expectations Developing Beginning Not Acceptable Purpose 8 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." It is clearly defined and concise. 6.4 Points The Purpose section is properly titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem." 5.6 Points The Purpose section is titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" however, the definition does not match the title, i.e. it is titled "Question", but uses a statement instead of a question. 4.8 Points The Purpose section is not titled "Purpose", "Question", or "Problem" and/or it is difficult to understand. 0 Points The Purpose section is missing. Hypothesis 8 Points The Hypothesis section is logically written as an "If...then" statement. Sound reasoning is 6.4 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement. Adequate reasoning is provided to 5.6 Points The Hypothesis section is written as an "If...then" statement, however, no reasoning is provided to 4.8 Points The Hypothesis section is not written as an "If...then" statement. No reasoning is provided to 0 Points The Hypothesis section is missing.
provided to back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is clearly specific to the lab investigation. back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is specific to the lab investigation. back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is somewhat specific to the lab investigation. back up the hypothesis. The hypothesis is not specific to the lab investigation. Materials and Procedures 8 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a complete list of materials used, as well as a clear and concise explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps. 6.4 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used, as well as an explanation of the procedure. The procedure is explained in numerical order and does not skip any steps. 5.6 Points The Materials and Procedures section contains a list of materials used and/or explanation of the procedure, but not both. The procedure is explained in paragraph form. 4.8 Points The Materials and Procedures section is difficult to read and understand. The procedure is fuzzy and 0 Points The Materials and Procedures section is missing. Data and Analysis 8 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is clearly presented in a table, graph, or chart. 6.4 Points The Data and Analysis section is contains all data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. Formatting is 5.6 Points The Data and Analysis section is an acceptable amount of data collected or observed. Data is presented in a table, graph, or chart. There 4.8 Points The Data and Analysis section is poorly presented. There is information missing and/or it is not presented in a table, graph, or 0 Points The Data and Analysis section is missing.
Formatting, including labels and units, if applicable, is accurate and thorough. acceptable. are some format problems with labels, units, or completeness of data. chart format. Other major formatting problems exist. Conclusion 8 Points The Conclusion section clearly and concisely states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an excellent discussion or summary of the data and observations, including a logical reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results. 6.4 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not. It provides an adequate discussion or summary of the data and observations, including some reasoning for why the results were achieved and the ramifications of the results. 5.6 Points The Conclusion section states whether the hypothesis is correct or not, but uses inadequate or incomplete logic to provide a reason why the results were obtained. 4.8 Points The Conclusion section does not state whether or not the hypothesis is correct. It includes only a concluding statement. 0 Points The Conclusion section is missing. Cumulative points Exemplary 40-38 points Meets Standard 37.9-32 points Developing 31.9-28 points Beginning 27.9-24 points Not Acceptable 23.9-0 points
Discussion Rubric Criteria Levels of Achievement Exemplary Meets Expectations Developing Beginning Not Acceptable Quality of Initial Post 5 Points Initial comment fully addresses all aspects of the discussion. Comment includes many personal or professional experiences. Demonstrates excellent critical thinking skills through multiple examples and ideas. Excellent discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate. 4 Points Initial comment addresses most aspects of the discussion. Comment includes some personal or professional experience. Demonstrates adequate critical thinking through some examples and ideas. Good discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate. 3.5 Points Initial comment addresses part of the discussion or assigned readings. Comment includes minimal personal or professional experience. Demonstrates minimal critical thinking with minimal examples and ideas. Minimal discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate. 3 Points Initial comment minimally addresses discussion. Comment does not include personal or professional experience. Does not demonstrate critical thinking. No discussion of course readings or other resources if appropriate. 0 Points No initial posting submitted. Quality of Response Postings 5 Points Responses are highly reflective, insightful and add to the discussion in a meaningful 4 Points Responses are reflective, insightful and add to the discussion. 3.5 Points Responses are minimally reflective or insightful and do not significantly add to the 3 Points Responses are present but are not reflective or insightful, but don't add to the 0 Points No response postings submitted.
way moving it forward. discussion in a meaningful way. discussion. Organization and Technical Aspects of All Posts 5 Points Information is exceptionally well organized; spelling and grammar are correct and complete sentences are used. Proper citations are effectively used. 4 Points Information is well organized; spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Complete sentences are used. Proper citations are used. 3.5 Points Organization is scattered; 3-5 spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Some incomplete sentences used. Citations are used. 3 Points Information is not well organized; more than 5 spelling and/ or grammar mistakes are evident. Incomplete sentences used. No citations. 0 Points No postings submitted. Posting Quantity and Timeliness 5 Points Initial posting and at least three quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday. 4 Points Initial posting and at least two quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday. 3.5 Points Initial posting and at least one quality responses are made prior to the due date listed in the Calendar of Activities. At least one posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday. 3 Points Initial posting is made before 11:59 PM on Wednesday. Any response postings are made prior to the due date listed on the Calendar of Activities. 0 Points Initial posting is not made prior to Wednesday and/or no postings are submitted. Cumulative points Exemplary 20-18 points Meets Standard 17.5-16 points Developing 15.5-14 points Beginning 13.5-12 points Not Acceptable 11-0 points