Course Syllabus

Western New Mexico University

Syllabus for IPS 010 - Intro to Canvas LMS

Fall 2015

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Instructor: Randy Woodard
Phone: 575-519-4249
Virtual Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00-5:00
WNMU Email: rwoodard@wnmu.edu

Course Catalog Description:

IPS 010 - Intro to Canvas LMS is designed to prepare you for the demands and challenges of taking an internet-delivered course. This orientation will provide you with important contact information and other tools for successful completion of your online class. There are no prerequisites for this orientation; however, you will need certain hardware, software, and computer skills in order to take an online course at WNMU. The Online Orientation course will not have a grade and is free of charge. This course is a self-paced class and students can work through any or all of the course material at anytime. 

Instructional Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, students will:

1. Be familiar with the purpose and use of the course tools used in Canvas.
2. Be comfortable navigating an online course.
3. Gain confidence and skills needed to be a successful online student.
4. Be able to communicate with instructors and fellow students through e-mail and discussions.
5. Become aware of online student resources available through WNMU.
6. Upload and submit assignments, take a quiz, and check grades to gain Canvas experience.

Course Schedule:

This course is organized into Learning Modules to guide you step-by-step through the tools and navigation of a basic Canvas course. Work through the course in the following steps to ensure that you gain the necessary knowledge to work comfortably in an online class.

1. Start Here
2. Link- Are You Ready to be an Online Student?
3. Syllabus Overview
4. Learning Modules Overview
5. Discussion Tool Overview
6. Introductions on the Discussion Board
7. Assignment Tool Overview
8. Viewing Assignment Submissions
9. Assignment 1
10. Assessment Tool Overview
11. Quiz 1
12. Mail Tool Overview
13. E-mail Instructor
14. Media Library Overview
15. View Western New Mexico University Video
16. Look through Online Course Glossary
17. My Grades Overview
18. View Course Grades

Course Expectations and WNMU Policies for Students

Attendance:
Attendance in an online class is evaluated by your attendance to the material.  You will get out of the course what you put into the course.  You will need to be a self-starter and control your own calendar in order to meet the deadlines for the course.

Posting Assignments and Discussions:
The student is responsible for posting all discussions on the Discussion Board and all assignments to the Assignments posting area.  If you are having difficulty with this, it is your responsibility to contact the instructor so that s/he can get you the assistance you need to learn how to do this.

Assignment Due Dates:
If you will be late turning in an assignment, contact the instructor well before the deadline to discuss it.

Informed Consent:
Some individuals may choose to disclose personal information during class.  Therefore, it is important that all classmates agree not to discuss or write about what others have discussed in class.

Professionalism:
Students are learning professional skills and are expected to engage in class discussions, complete reading assignments, and meet deadlines as befits professional behavior.

Scholarly Writing:
Use clear college level writing with correct spelling and grammar for all assignments.  If you need help with your writing, consult with the WNMU Online Writing Center at https://online.wnmu.edu/smarthinking.

Communications policy statement regarding official e-mail:
WNMUspolicy requiresthat all official communication with the University, other than your in-class Canvas communications, be sent via Mustang Express.  Emails sent to you by various University departments related to your registration, financial account balance, changes in schedule, etc., will be sent to your wnmu.edu email address.  It is very important that you access your Mustang Express email periodically to check for correspondence from the University.  If you receive most of your email at a different address, you can forward your messages from Mustang Express to your personal address.  Example - MartinClassmemberwas assigned a WNMU email address of classmemberm12@wnmu.edu but Martin would rather receive his emails at his home address ofmartinclass@yahoo.com.   Martin can follow the transfer directions provided at the following link: http://www.wnmu.edu/campusdocs/direction%20for%20forwarding%20email.htm to have his WNMU email forwarded to another email address.

WNMU policy on email passwords:
WNMU requires that passwords for access to all of protected software, programs, and applications be robust, including complexity in the number of characters required, the combination of characters required, and the frequency in which passwords are required to be changed.  Minimum complexity includes:

·         Passwords shall contain at least six (6) characters

·         Passwords shall contain at least one capital (upper case) letter, and at least one numeral.

·         Passwords shall be changed at least every 90 days

Academic Integrity:
Each student shall observe standards of honesty and integrity in academic work as defined in the WNMU catalog.  Violations of academic integrity include any behavior that misrepresents or falsifies a student’s knowledge, skills or ability with the goal of unjustified or illegitimate evaluation or gain.

Generally violations of academic integrity include cheating and plagiarism. Refer to the WNMU catalog for definitions. Penalties for infractions are as follows:

For Plagiarism:  Intentional or unintentional representation of another’s work as one’s own without proper acknowledgement of the original author or creator of the work:

·         1st infraction:  Grade of 0 for assignment;

·         2nd infraction:  Dismissal from the class with grade of F.

For Cheating:  Using or attempting to use unauthorized materials and unauthorized collaboration with others, copying the work of another or any action that presents the work of others to misrepresent the student’s knowledge:

·         1st infraction:  Dismissal from class with grade of F.

Integrated Use of Technology:
You will be using Canvas to take all quizzes and exams and to post all assignments. You will need to learn how to attach documents if you don’t already know how to do this.

Disability Services at Western New Mexico University: 

Services for students with disabilities are provided through the Academic Support Center’s Disability Services Office.  Some examples of the assistance provided are: audio materials for the blind or dyslexic, note takers, readers, campus guides, audio recorders, and undergraduate academic tutors. In order to qualify for these services, documentation must be provided by qualified professionals on an annual basis. Disability Services forms are available in the Academic Support Center. The Disability Services Office, in conjunction with the Academic Support Center, serves as Western New Mexico University's liaison for students with disabilities.  The Academic Support Center’s Disability Services Office can be contacted by phone at 575-538-6400 or email dss@wnmu.edu.

Need Help?

·         Post a question to the Discussion Board. There is no such thing as a dumb question.

·         Send a question as a Canvas email to your instructor

·         If the Canvas system goes down or you have other technical questions, contact the WNMU Help Desk at Online Help Request or (575) 574-4357.

·         Select Online Student Resources from the right had side of the Canvas log in page or at this link: http://www.wnmuonline.net/osr.

Course Access:
Access to online course materials will be available to students only until the end date listed in the WNMUclass schedule.

Caveats:
The schedule and procedures in this course are subject to change in the event of extenuating circumstances.

Copyright:

The materials found in this course are only for the use of students enrolled in this course for purposes associated with this course and may not be retained by students in any electronic form or further disseminated or distributed to anyone not enrolled in this course.

CODE OF CIVILITY

In order to promote a positive, professional atmosphere among students, faculty and staff, the following Code of Civility has been developed:

Respect:  Treat all students, faculty, staff and property with respect and in a courteous and professional manner.  This includes all communications, whether verbal or written.  Let your actions reflect pride in yourself, your university, and your profession.

Kindness:  A kind word and gentle voice go a long way.  Refrain from using profanity, insulting slang remarks, or making disparaging comments.  Consider another person’s feelings.  Be nice.

Truth:  Exhibit honesty and integrity in your dealings with fellow students, faculty and staff members. Don’t lie, don’t cheat, and don’t steal.

Responsibility:  Take responsibility for your actions. This includes gracefully accepting the consequences of your behavior.

Cooperation:  Exhibit a cooperative manner when dealing with students, faculty and staff so we may all work towards our common goals and mission.

Acceptance:  Accept differences in others, as they accept differences in you. This includes diversity in opinions, beliefs and ideas and everything else that makes us unique individuals.

Professionalism:  Always conduct yourself in a manner that will bring pride to your profession, to Western New Mexico University, and, most importantly, to yourself.