Syllabus
Music Appreciation 1306.50, .51, & .52
Spring 2016
Instructor:
Sandy Abel
Contact Information:
Office Hours:
Room 38A; e-mail [email protected]
M 10:00-11:00 a.m.; W 10:00-11:00 a.m.
Course Description: This course for non-music majors is designed to develop a basic
understanding and increased enjoyment of the art music of our Western Culture. Much class time
will be spent listening to representative works in the principle mediums. It will fulfill the fine arts
requirement in the core curriculum.
Course Structure:
This course meets 3 hours per week.
Prerequisites: None
Transferability:
Transferable as a part of the core curriculum to any Texas state supported
college or university.
Textbook and Materials: Required textbook: The Enjoyment of Music, 12th Edition, Shorter
Version by Forney, Dell’Antonio, and Machlis.
Relation to College Mission:
Fulfills goal of providing requirement for transfer to another
university and for some personal enrichment as continuing education
Objectives:
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Be able to listen to music intelligently and perceptively
Know some information about the styles, forms, and terminology of music
Develop a positive attitude towards art music
Recognize specific works and be able to respond critically
Articulate an informed personal reaction to works
Engage in the creative process of music and comprehend the physical and intellectual
demands of the composer or performing artist
Develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide the arts
Assessment: Seventy five percent (75%) of the assessment is by use of testing. There will be
two projects evaluated on completion, following directions, neatness and attention to detail, and
content.
Grading Policies:
There will be five tests during the semester and a comprehensive final exam.
The lowest test grade excluding the final exam will be dropped. There will be no makeup for the
first missed test, no matter what the reason. If a second test is missed for a valid reason, the
makeup will be given at the end of the semester. A graduating sophomore may not drop the score
of the last regular test. The final exam will count the same as any other test in the test average, but
it cannot be dropped. No one should miss the final exam unless there is an extreme emergency.
A student may receive a 10-point bonus on any single test attending a classical concert by the
Abilene Philharmonic Orchestra or any university classical concert. A bonus of 5 points will be
given for attending other concerts approved by the instructor.
There will be some written assignments and unannounced quizzes. There will be no makeup for
the quizzes, but the lowest score will be dropped.
A listening journal is required. It must be typed or it will not be accepted. It will be scored as
follows: 0-3 points for completeness; 0-3 points for neatness, readability, grammar, and spelling;
0-3 points for thoughtfulness of comments. 10 points are possible. The final point will be awarded
if the entries are numbered, it is in a folder or notebook with nothing else in it, and the student
name/section number is on it.
Grades will be determined as follows: test average 75%; class participation, quizzes and
assignments 15%; listening journal 10%.
Attendance and Drop Policy:
A student may be dropped after missing 3 weeks of classes
if he/she is failing due to excessive absences.
Course Content:
College level courses may include controversial, sensitive, and/or adult
material. Students are expected to have the readiness for college-level rigor and content.
Major Units of Study:
- Materials of music and musical instruments – Part 1, Weeks 1 and 2
- Music of the Medieval Period – Part 2, Week 3
- Renaissance Music – Part 2, Week 4
- Baroque Era – Part 3, Weeks 5, 6 and 7
- Classic Music – Part 4, Weeks 8 and 9
- Romantic Era – Part 5, Weeks 10, 11, 12
- Twentieth Century – Parts 6 and 7, Weeks 13, 14, 15
Academic Integrity: The attempt of students to present as their own any work they have not
honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a serious offense.
Any work turned in that is not the student’s own work will result in a grade of “0” for everyone
involved.
Student Conduct: Students are expected to maintain a classroom environment that is
conducive to learning. Activities that are prohibited:
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Being rude to the instructor or other students
Talking back to the instructor
Using cell phones or beepers
Making offensive remarks
Reading material or listening to music not related to the class
Doing assignments for other classes
Sleeping
Being noisy while we are listening to music or any other distractions.
Students engaging in any of these behaviors will be asked to leave the classroom and counted
absent for the day. The “three strikes and you are permanently out of class” policy will be
enforced.
Changes to Syllabus:
The schedule and procedures in this syllabus are subject to change
if deemed appropriate by the instructor.
Students with Special Needs: Students who qualify for specific accommodations under the
Americans with Disabilities Act should notify the instructor the first week of class. It is the
student’s responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the Special Populations
Coordinator.
Final Exam Schedule: Class time MW 11:10 - Exam Monday May 9, 10:15-12:15
Class time MW 1:00 - Exam Wednesday May 11, 1:00-3:00
Class time MW 2:35 - Exam Monday May 9, 1:00-3:00
MUSI 1306:01, 02 Music Appreciation Fall 2015 Syllabus Cisco College, Memorial Hall
Rm. 20 Email: [email protected]
JoyRenée Blackstock, Instructor Cell: (325) 203-0118
Course Description: Understanding music through the study of cultural periods, major composers, and
musical elements, illustrated with audio recordings and videos of live performances. Course Structure:
Three lecture hours per week, T/TH. Credit: 3 semester hours. Required Textbook: Forney, Kristine and
Joseph Machlis. The Enjoyment of Music (Shorter Version), 11th Edition. New York: W. W. Norton &
Company, 2011. Prerequisites/ Transferability: No prerequisites are required. This course is transferable
as a part of the core curriculum to any Texas state supported college or university. Purpose of the Course
as Related to the College Mission: Fulfills goal of providing requirement for transfer to another university
and for some personal enrichment as continuing education. Course Objectives: Upon completion of the
course the student should:
• Be able to listen to music intelligently and perceptively
• Know some information about the styles, forms, and terminology of music throughout history
• Engage in the creative process of music and comprehend the physical and emotional demands of the
composer or performing artist
• Recognize specific works and be able to respond critically
• Recognize the role and value of music in society, politics, religion, and culture
• Develop a positive attitude towards art music
• Articulate an informed personal reaction to works
• Develop an appreciation for the aesthetic principles that guide the arts
Grading Policies & Course Requirements: Exams: There will be a maximum of five exams, taken via
SCANTRON (You must purchase these in the bookstore). You must be present for all exams; failure to
attend an exam will result in an automatic F.
Extra credit: Bonus points may be earned by attending pre-approved concerts/musical performances (i.e.
school concerts, Abilene Philharmonic performances, opera/musical productions, etc.). Each approved
performance will earn the student 10 bonus points to be added to the next scheduled exam. No extra
credit assignments will be offered for any student who is not in danger of failing. If a student fears that
his/her grade is below passing, the student may request extra credit and the request may be granted or
denied at the discretion of the instructor.
Class assignments: There will be written assignments, worksheets, short essays, music projects, group
lecture assignments and unannounced quizzes. Missed quizzes and in-class group assignments may not
be made-up. Listening Journals are to be kept throughout the duration of this course, and will be turned in
for periodic grading. A final project will be assigned during the last few weeks of this course. You will be
responsible for the timely completion and presentation of this project, according to the guidelines
described in the handout.
Participation: Attendance is mandatory for this class and is included as part of your final average. Your
participation grade is based upon a number of factors, including but not limited to: regular attendance,
punctuality, class participation (answering questions when called upon, contributing to class discussions,
staying on task), etc. Participation grades will be negatively affected by the following: disruptions, talking
when inappropriate to do so, using cell phones, tablets, or computers for non-class-specific uses (texting,
social media, games, etc), vulgar conduct, tardiness, multiple unexcused absences, etc.
Late assignments: Late assignments will not be accepted for the following: tests, quizzes, the final
project, listening journal, and any other verbally specified assignment not listed here. For all other daily
assignments, the student’s grade will be lowered by 10 points for each class day the assignment is past
due. Absence is not a valid reason for turning in late work. If you must be absent, you must turn in your
work early, send the assignment with another student, or otherwise make suitable arrangements with the
instructor via email.
Grades will be determined as follows: Tests/Quizzes 40% General Assignments/Homework 20%
Final Project/Listening Journal 30% Daily Participation/Attendance 10%
Major Units of Study (subject to change at the discretion of the instructor): There are five major
units/modules to be studied in this course, including the following:
• Music Fundamentals: Weeks One, Two, Three
• Vocal Music: Weeks Four, Five, Six
• Chamber & Piano Music: Weeks Seven, Eight
• Concert/Orchestral Music: Weeks Nine, Ten, Eleven
• Film Music, Jazz, & Rock: Weeks Thirteen, Fourteen, Fifteen
Student Conduct and College Policies:
There are four primary rules of conduct for this class:
1. BE RESPECTFUL. The Golden Rule works wonders. Respect yourself, respect others, period. 2. BE
INFORMED. Be knowledgeable about all aspects of each day’s lessons. This includes completing all
assignments and assigned readings prior to each class. Reading chapters and articles is rudimentary and
basic to your success in this class. 3. BE PREPARED. Be present with all materials required for class,
including: textbook, listening journal, paper,
pen/pencil, notes from previous classes, assigned homework, etc. 4. PARTICIPATE. Be ready and
willing to participate in all class activities, discussions, etc. Each student is graded
on his/her individual participation, and class discussions depend heavily on your involvement. Come
ready to answer questions, to work in groups, and to speak or present on various topics pertaining to
each unit.
Furthermore, students are expected to take responsibility for helping to maintain a classroom
environment that is conducive to learning. Students are prohibited from making offensive remarks,
reading or working on material not related to class, sleeping, or engaging in any other form of distraction.
The use of communication devices, including but not limited to cell phones, palm devices, mp3 players,
etc. is prohibited during class. Laptops and tablets may be used for note-taking and composition only. Any
other usage of such devices is forbidden. Inappropriate behavior in the classroom shall result, at a
minimum, in a lowered participation grade and a request to leave class. If asked to leave three times for
behavioral issues, the student may be withdrawn from the course without credit. A more detailed list of
inappropriate behaviors is found in the current student handbook.
Class Attendance: Class attendance is crucial and is mandatory. After three unexcused absences, two
points will be subtracted from the student’s final average per each additional unexcused absence. It is the
responsibility of the student to give notification of an excused absence prior to the missed class. Failure to
do so will result in the student receiving an unexcused absence.
Course Content: College-level courses may include controversial, sensitive and/or adult material.
Students are expected to have the readiness and preparedness for college-level rigor and content.
Academic Integrity: It is the intent of Cisco College to foster a spirit of complete honesty and the highest
standards of integrity. Any attempt on the part of students to present as their own, any work they have not
honestly performed is regarded by the faculty and administration as a serious offense and renders the
offender liable to serious consequences, possibly suspension.
Changes to the Syllabus: The schedule and procedures outlined in this syllabus are subject to change as
deemed appropriate by the instructor.
Students with Special Needs: Students who qualify for specific accommodations under the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) should notify the instructor the first week of class. It is the student’s
responsibility to provide the necessary documentation to the Special Populations Coordinator.
CiscoCollege:Spring2016
MusicAppreciation:CourseSyllabus
Instructor:LewisPilot,M.M.
WelcometoMUSI1306:MusicAppreciationfortheSpring2016semester.MynameisLewisPilotandIwillbe
yourinstructorthisterm.
VirtualOfficeHours:Monday—Wednesday,3:00—5:00pm
CourseDescription:Thiscoursewillbeastudyofthehistoricalevolutionsofmusicwithemphasisonmajor
stylesandtypesasrevealedinmusicliteraturethroughthecenturies,includinganalysisofformanddesign
andtheirrelationtoothersubjectsandactivities.Thecourseisdesignedasavisualandperformingarts
electiveforstudentswithnopreviousmusicaltraining.Itwillfulfillthefineartsrequirementinthecore
curriculumandhasguaranteedtransferabilityasapartofthecorecurriculumtoanyTexasstatesupported
collegeoruniversity.
CourseExpectations:
Tobesuccessfulinthiscourse,thefollowingwillbeexpected:Giventhatthisisathree-creditfullterm,
studentsshouldexpecttospendapproximately6—9hoursperweekonthecourseinordertobesuccessful.
• Youmayexpectaresponsetimefrommeofaday(24hrs)foremail,andperhapstwotothreedaysfor
Forumgrades.
• Etiquetteexpectations(netiquette)foralltypesofcommunication:Remember,studentsareexpected
totakeresponsibilityinhelpingtomaintainaclassroomenvironmentthatisconducivetolearning.
Pleasebepoliteandmaintainaprofessionaltoneinyourwriting.NOabusivelanguagewillbe
toleratedinthiscourse.
Textbook:TherequiredtextbookforthiscourseisTheEnjoymentofMusic(12thed.,shorterversion)by
KristineForney&JosephMachlis.Note:YouarenotrequiredtopurchasetheCDsetasallneededaudio
exampleswillbeprovidedwithintheonlineclassroom.
TechnologyRequirements:
ThiscourseusesavarietyofwebresourcesthatrequireagoodInternetconnectionandanup-to-date
browser.ItisrecommendedthatyouuseMozillaFirefoxorGoogleChromeasyourbrowserratherthan
InternetExplorer.
CoreObjectives:
• Criticalthinkingskills:includinganalysis,evaluationandsynthesisofinformation
• Communicationskills:includingeffectivewrittencommunication
• Teamwork:includingtheabilitytoconsiderdifferentpointsofviewandtoworkeffectivelywithothers
• Socialresponsibility:includinginterculturalcompetency,civicknowledge,andtheabilitytoengage
effectivelyinregional,nationalandglobalcommunities
LearningOutcomes:
Uponsuccessfulcompletionofthecourse,thestudentshouldbeableto:
• Demonstratecriticalthinkingskillsbyreviewingrepresentativepiecesofmusicthroughmultimedia,
•
•
•
booksandonlineresources.Studentswillusetheprocessofmusic-relatedinterpretationandweekly
assessmentto:
o Explainthehistoricalsignificanceofeachmusicalstylisticperiod(i.e.MiddleAges,Renaissance,
Baroque,Classical,Romantic,and20thCentury)
o Explainthestylisticpracticesofeachmusicalperiod
o Definethecommonlanguageandmusicaltermsusedinmusic
o Identifythecomposerofagivenpiecebylisteningtoit
o Identifythetitleofagivenpiecebylisteningtoit
o Identifythemusicalgenreofagivenpiecebylisteningtoit
o Identifythehistoricalmusicalperiodclassificationofagivenpiecebylisteningtoit
o IdentifythesoundofthemostcommoninstrumentsthroughoutWesternclassicalmusic
Demonstrateeffectivecommunicationskillsaswellascriticalthinkingskillsbysubmittinganessay
assignmentduringthelastfullweekofclass.Studentswillbegivenalistoftopicsfromwhichtheywill
chooseone.Theseresultswillprovideanaccomplishedvocabularyandtheintellectualresourceswith
whichthestudentwillmakeaneducatedanalysis.
Demonstratesocialresponsibilitybyidentifyinganddescribingthesimilaritiesanddifferencesthat
existinmusicalworksandtheirrelationtocultureandhistoricalevents.
Demonstrateteamworkandcommunicationskillsthroughaseriesofonlinediscussionsanddebates
thatevaluateandassessavarietyofconceptsandperspectives.
PersonalCourseGoal:
IhopethatyouwilldevelopanappreciationfortheæstheticprinciplesthatguideWesternclassicalmusic,and
thatbytheendoftheclassyouwillhavefoundthatyourlifeisinsomewayenrichedbythewealthofthis
music.
MethodsofInstruction/Grading:
Thecoursewillbearrangedinto14lessonscorrespondingtoparticularchaptersandlisteningexamplesfrom
thetextbook.Eachlessonwillincludespecificobjectives.
• Reading:Studentsareexpectedtoreadallonlinelessonsandanyrelatedtextbookpages.
• 14Quizzes:Eachlessonwillincludeaquizofabout10to20questionsreflectingmaterialcoveredinits
correspondingonlinelessonandlisteningselections.
• 14Forums:Foreachlessonyouwillberequiredtopostashortresponseand/orreplytoadiscussion
forum.EachForumwillpresentaspecificdebateortopictobediscussedrelatedtoitscorresponding
lesson.
• 4Feedback:Yourparticipationandfeedbackinthecourseisessential.Quarterlyyouwillbegiventhe
opportunitytoprovidecriticalfeedbackconcerningaspectsofthecoursebywayofquestionnaires.
• 1EssayAssignment:Youwillsubmitacriticalresponsepaperofatleast800words(orabout2pages).
DetailsandtopicswillbeavailableonMonday,April18.
• 1ListeningFinal:Afinallisteningexamwillassessyourunderstandingoftheaudioselectionsfeatured
ontheclassYouTubechannel.
GradeDistribution:
• 14Quizzes=42%(3%each)
• 14Forums=42%(3%each)
• 4Feedback=4%(1%each)
• 1EssayAssignment=6%
• 1ListeningFinal=6%
GradingStandards:
• A=100−90:Student'sworkisexceptionalandconsistentlyaboveaverage.
• B=89−80:Student'sworkisaboveaverage.Requiredassignmentswerecompletedinatimelymanner
andhavemetatleasttheminimumrequiredstandards.
• C=79−70:Student'sworkisacceptable.Majorityofassignmentsmeettheminimumrequired
standards.
• D=69−60:Student'sworkfailstomeettheminimumrequirementsforagradeof"C."Overall
performancewassub-standardincomparisontonormalexpectationsforthisclass.
• F=59−0:Student'sworkisclearlyunacceptable.Studenteitherdidnotattemptthework,orfailedto
meetanyoftheminimumrequiredstandards.
Notices:
• CourseContent:College-levelcoursesmayincludecontroversial,sensitive,and/oradultmaterial.
Studentsareexpectedtohavethereadinessforcollege-levelrigorandcontent.
• StudentConduct:Studentsareexpectedtotakeresponsibilityinhelpingtomaintainaclassroom
environmentthatisconducivetolearning.Pleasebepoliteandmaintainaprofessionaltoneinyour
writing.NOabusivelanguagewillbetoleratedinthiscourse.
• AcademicIntegrity:“Plagiarism”includes,butisnotlimitedto,theappropriationbypurchasing,
receivingasagift,orobtainingbyanymeans,materialthatisattributableinwhole,orinpart,to
anothersourceincludingwords,ideas,illustrations,structure,computercode,otherexpressionand
media,andpresentingthatmaterialasone’sownacademicworktoinstructorsforcredit.Youmust
useyourownwordswhensubmittinganywrittenassignmentinthisclass.Anyassignmentsguiltyof
plagiarismwillbecountedasazero(0)withnoopportunityforresubmission.
• StudentIntellectualProperty:Astudentshallretainallrightstoworkcreatedaspartofinstructionor
usingCollegeDistricttechnologyresources.
• ChangestoSyllabusand/orSchedule:Thescheduleandproceduresinthissyllabusaresubjectto
changeifdeemedappropriatebytheinstructor.
MUSIC 1306, Music Appreciation
CISCO COLLEGE (Abilene)
Course Outline: Spring, 2016. T-Th; 2:35-4:00 pm. and 5:00-6:25 pm.
Dr. H. P. Reeves -- [email protected]
1.
Tues./ Jan. 19 Instruments of the Orchestra; Basic Human voice types; properties
Thur./ Jan. 21 of tone or sound. Active listening. pp. 2-28.
2.
Tues./ Jan. 26 Elements of Music; Musical rudiments and notation; musical
Thur./ Jan. 28 style-pp. 29-56. The Fugue - pp. 111-114.
Tchaikovsky: The Nutcracker Suite (overview/ highlights).
3.
Tues./Feb. 2 Art Song overview; Schubert; Schumann pp. 217-223.
Thur./Feb. 4 Baroque and the Concerto Grosso - pp. 97-109; the Baroque
Sonata; Solo Concerto and Vivaldi - pp.125-127.
4.
Tues./ Feb. 9 TEST #1
Thur./ Feb. 11 Oratorio: Handel: Messiah. pp. 140-148. Elements of Opera and
Baroque Opera - pp.114-120; Handel: Julius Caesar.
5.
Tues./ Feb. 16 Monteverdi: Orfeo pp.120-122. J.S.Bach: Brandenburg Concerti.
Thur./ Feb. 18 The Chorale and Church Cantata - pp. 131-140.
Gluck/pre-classical transitions: Orpheus and Eurydice.
6.
Tues./ Feb. 23 The Classical Style and Sonata-allegro form - pp. 150-165.
Thur./ Feb. 25 Other forms - pp. 165-171. Mozart - pp. 176-189. Middle Ages/
Gregorian Chant-pp.59-79. Renaissance-pp.79-95.
7.
Tues./Mar. 1 The Classical Symphony, Concerto, Chamber Music-pp.171-173.
Thur./Mar. 3 Haydn - pp.173-176. Theme and Variations-pp.165-167.
Beethoven - pp. 189-203.
8.
Tues./Mar. 8 SPRING BREAK
Thur./Mar 10 SPRING BREAK
9.
Tues./Mar. 15 Romanticism pp.205-216; Chopin/Liszt - pp.224-230;
Thur./Mar. 17 Nationalism: Smetana/Dvorak - pp. 242-247
10.
Tues./Mar. 22 TEST #2
Thur./Mar. 24 Program Music - pp. 235-236. Mendelssohn - pp. 230-231.
Tchaikovsky - pp. 248-250; Berlioz - pp. 237-242.
11.
Tues./Mar. 29 Brahms - pp. 250-254; Bizet: Carmen;
Thur./Mar. 31 Verdi - pp. 254-256; Puccini - pp.256-257.
12.
Tues./ Apr. 5 Wagner - pp. 266-274; Early 20th Cent.- pp.277-291.
Thur./ Apr. 7 Debussy/Impressionism - pp. 291-296; Neoclassicism/Stravinskypp.296-302; Expressionism/Schonberg…..Ives - pp. 302-326.
13.
Tues./ Apr. 12 TEST #3
Thur./ Apr. 14 Gershwin, Still, Copland - pp. 326-334. Music since 1945
(Electronic,etc.)-pp. 337-356. Non-western music-pp. 389-405.
14.
Tues./ Apr. 19 Jazz/ Jazz-rock fusion - pp.357-370;
Thur./ Apr. 21 Rock -pp. 378-387.
15.
Tues./ Apr. 26 American Musical – pp.370-378.
Thur./ Apr. 28 American Musical (cont’d).
16.
Tues./ May 3 General Review
Thur./ May 5 General Review
………………………(Listening Journals are DUE) …………………………..
17.
Tues./ May 10 FINAL EXAMINATION (Comprehensive)
For 2:35 pm class: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Thur./ May 12 FINAL EXAMINATION (Comprehensive)
For 5:00 pm class: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Revised: January 7, 2016
(subject to change)
CISCO COLLEGE (Abilene campus)
MUSIC 1306, Music Appreciation: SPRING 2016
COURSE SYLLABUS: Dr. H.P.Reeves T-Th; 2:35-4:00 pm. and 5:00-6:25 pm.
TEXTBOOK REQUIRED: Music, An Appreciation, 8th Brief Edition, R.Kamien
COURSE DESCRIPTION: This course for non music majors is designed to develop a
basic understanding and increased enjoyment of the art music of our Western culture.
Much class time will be spent listening to representative works in the principle mediums.
COURSE OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of the course the student should be able to
listen to music more intelligently and perceptively and know information about the styles,
forms, and terminology of music from the Middle Ages through the 21st Century. With
increased familiarity, the student should acquire a fuller appreciation for classical music.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: There are no prerequisites, and no prior musical
knowledge or training is necessary. There will be three tests during the semester plus a
comprehensive final exam. Generally there will be no makeup for these tests. If one test
is missed, the weight of that test will be added to the remaining tests. After more than
one test is missed, a “0” will be given for each missed test. A Listening Journal is
required for all music heard in class. Listening outside of class, though recommended
and beneficial, is not required. The Listening Journal will function as a special term
project and will count as a major test grade. Journals received after the due date will be
considered late, and a five point penalty will be assessed for each day late. JOURNALS
WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER GRADES HAVE BEEN SUBMITTED. The
journal will be typed and bound, and of course, completeness and neatness are expected.
All entries should be numbered consecutively from beginning to end and Dated.
EXTRA CREDIT up to a maximum of five points (added to your final average) may be
earned; this will take the form of attendance at concerts, recitals, productions, etc. (of a
classical nature).
CLASS ATTENDANCE: Class attendance is part of your grade.... therefore critical,
Two unexcused absences are allowed. Beyond this, a student will be considered “at
risk” for a failing grade. Two points will be subtracted from the student’s class average
for each additional unexcused absence. Three unexcused tardies will count as an
unexcused absence. If a student leaves class early or fails to return to class after a break,
this may also count as a partial unexcused absence. EXCUSED absences and tardies will
be handled on an individual basis. It is the student’s responsibility to communicate in
the event of an EXCUSED absence or tardy.
COURSE CONTENT: College-level courses may include controversial, sensitive, and/or
adult material. Students are expected to have the readiness and preparedness for collegelevel rigor and content.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY: It is the intent of Cisco College to foster a spirit of complete
honesty and the highest standards of integrity. Any attempt on the part of students to
present as their own, any work they have not honestly performed is regarded by the
faculty and administration as a serious offense and renders the offender liable to serious
consequences, possibly suspension.
STUDENT CONDUCT: Students are expected to take responsibility in helping to
maintain a classroom environment that is conducive to learning. In order to assure that all
students have the opportunity to gain from the time spent in class, students are prohibited
from using cell phones or beepers, making offensive remarks, reading material not related
to class, sleeping, or engaging in any other form of distraction. Inappropriate behavior in
the classroom shall result in possible reprimand or removal from class. A more detailed
list of inappropriate behaviors is found in the current student handbook.
STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS: Students who qualify for specific
accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should notify the
instructor the first week of class. It is the student’s responsibility to provide the necessary
documentation to the Special Populations Coordinator.
CHANGES TO THE SYLLABUS: The schedule and procedures outlines in this syllabus
are subject to change as deemed appropriate by the instructor.
STUDENT COURSE EVALUATIONS: All students are encouraged to participate in the
on-line student course evaluation process. Start at the Cisco College homepage; click on
the “Canvas” link, and proceed from there.
Revised: January 7, 2016
(Subject to change)