Title: Expectations
Course: BIO-182 RTZ

WHAT I EXPECT FROM YOU

(modified from a document obtained from another instructor)

I)           TIME:

a)          Be in class on time and ready to work. Do not make appointments that conflict with in-class time.

b)          Make sure you schedule your time, so that your assignment are submitted by the due date and time.

c)          Class time is valuable. Plan on staying the entire 2.5 hrs every class period.

d)          Plan a minimum of 2 hours for out-of-class study for each hour in class.

II)         BE PREPARED:

a)          Read text, labs and assignments prior to class. This really helps to get the information in your head.  Trust me.

b)          Write down any questions you might have & bring to class.

c)          As you re-read the chapters after class, compare with notes from class and outline key points.

d)          Use the LEC and other support programs if you feel the need.  They are there to help you, but you need to request help.

III)       RESPECT YOUR CLASSMATES

a)          Do not talk to your classmates during lecture time. It is disruptive and distracting to everyone.

b)          Turn cell phones to silent or vibrate mode.  Do not text during class.  It is disruptive, distracting, and disrespectful. Use class breaks to communicate                 with ‘outsiders.’

c)          If taking notes on a laptop or tablet/iPad, do not surf other sites. It is distracting to your classmates.

d)          Be patient.  Everyone learns at different speeds.

e)          Follow through on your agreements with fellow classmates.

IV)      RESPECT YOUR SELF

a)      Focus your attention on what is happening in class.

b)      If you need help, seek out the instructor &/or [Your tutoring center or equivalent]

c)       Get the sleep, nutrition & exercise you need.

d)      Recognize mistakes as building blocks to success, and remember that everybody makes them.

V)        RESPECT YOUR INSTRUCTOR

a)          If you have an issue, speak with the instructor during breaks or set up an appointment.

b)          If you have concerns, think about the problem and potential solution prior to talking with the instructor.

c)          The instructor will attempt to keep you informed of your grades. Grade issues should be private.

d)          Ask for help only after you have attempted to learn the course material on your own.

VI)      DO YOUR BEST

Your future educational and employment success will depend upon your ability to produce work with “distinguishing attributes”.  Begin this class with the habit of writing legibly and succinctly, documenting your research in an organized manner, and completing your assignments on time with a degree of distinction.