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<span id="course-description"></span> | <span id="course-description"></span> | ||
== | == course description == | ||
<span id="university-catalog-course-description"></span> | <span id="university-catalog-course-description"></span> | ||
=== | === University Catalog Course Description === | ||
[Paste description from course catalog.] | [Paste description from course catalog.] | ||
<span id="pre-requisites-for-the-course"></span> | <span id="pre-requisites-for-the-course"></span> | ||
=== | === pre-requisites for the course === | ||
[What courses, and if applicable course grades, are required to enroll in the course. This should be consistent with the course catalog.] | [What courses, and if applicable course grades, are required to enroll in the course. This should be consistent with the course catalog.] | ||
<span id="learning-outcomes"></span> | <span id="learning-outcomes"></span> | ||
=== | === learning outcomes === | ||
# LO1 | # LO1 | ||
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<span id="flag-courses"></span> | <span id="flag-courses"></span> | ||
=== | === flag courses === | ||
Instructors teaching courses that carry one or more of the Skills and Experience Flags are requested to include a statement about the Flag(s) in their syllabus. Suggested wording for these statements may be found [https://ugs.utexas.edu/flags/faculty-resources/teaching/syllabus here]. | Instructors teaching courses that carry one or more of the Skills and Experience Flags are requested to include a statement about the Flag(s) in their syllabus. Suggested wording for these statements may be found [https://ugs.utexas.edu/flags/faculty-resources/teaching/syllabus here]. | ||
<span id="how-will-you-learn"></span> | <span id="how-will-you-learn"></span> | ||
== | == how will you learn? == | ||
<span id="teaching-modality-information"></span> | <span id="teaching-modality-information"></span> | ||
=== | === teaching modality information === | ||
[State the course modality and clearly explain how class meetings will be conducted. Modalities could include fully online (asynchronous or a combination of synchronous/asynchronous learning), in-person (requires in-person attendance), or hybrid (online plus optional in-person class time). The course modality must match the modality published in the Course Schedule. | [State the course modality and clearly explain how class meetings will be conducted. Modalities could include fully online (asynchronous or a combination of synchronous/asynchronous learning), in-person (requires in-person attendance), or hybrid (online plus optional in-person class time). The course modality must match the modality published in the Course Schedule. | ||
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If there will be no alternative to in-person attendance, other than normal emergency accommodations, note this clearly (some in-person course instructors choose to post course recordings, and students get confused and think everyone is required to do so). If the course has multiple formats—e.g. lecture, lab and discussion, group learning projects and/or presentations—these should be explained.] | If there will be no alternative to in-person attendance, other than normal emergency accommodations, note this clearly (some in-person course instructors choose to post course recordings, and students get confused and think everyone is required to do so). If the course has multiple formats—e.g. lecture, lab and discussion, group learning projects and/or presentations—these should be explained.] | ||
=== communication === | |||
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The course Canvas site can be found at [[utexas.instructure.com]]. Please email me through Canvas. You are responsible for ensuring that the primary email address you have recorded with the university is the one you will check for course communications because that is the email address that Canvas uses. | The course Canvas site can be found at [[utexas.instructure.com]]. Please email me through Canvas. You are responsible for ensuring that the primary email address you have recorded with the university is the one you will check for course communications because that is the email address that Canvas uses. | ||
<span id="asking-for-help"></span> | <span id="asking-for-help"></span> | ||
=== | === asking for help === | ||
Share with students how best to access or ask questions of the instructor (and teaching assistants) outside of class time, and/or how will office hours be conducted. | Share with students how best to access or ask questions of the instructor (and teaching assistants) outside of class time, and/or how will office hours be conducted. | ||
<span id="university-policies-and-resources"></span> | <span id="university-policies-and-resources"></span> | ||
=== | === university policies and resources === | ||
For a list of important university policies and helpful resources that you may need as you engage with and navigate your courses and the university, see the [https://utexas.instructure.com/enroll/TP964H University Policies and Resources Students Canvas] page. The page includes the language of the University Honor Code, Title IX legal requirements for Texas employees, and information about how to receive support through the office of Disability & Access. | For a list of important university policies and helpful resources that you may need as you engage with and navigate your courses and the university, see the [https://utexas.instructure.com/enroll/TP964H University Policies and Resources Students Canvas] page. The page includes the language of the University Honor Code, Title IX legal requirements for Texas employees, and information about how to receive support through the office of Disability & Access. | ||
<span id="course-requirements-and-grading"></span> | <span id="course-requirements-and-grading"></span> | ||
== | == course requirements and grading == | ||
<span id="required-materials"></span> | <span id="required-materials"></span> | ||
=== | === required materials === | ||
[A list of required and recommended course materials, such as textbooks, image collections, audio and audiovisual materials, supplies, articles, chapters, and excerpts as appropriate, identified by author, title, and publisher.] | [A list of required and recommended course materials, such as textbooks, image collections, audio and audiovisual materials, supplies, articles, chapters, and excerpts as appropriate, identified by author, title, and publisher.] | ||
<span id="sharing-of-course-material-is-prohibited"></span> | <span id="sharing-of-course-material-is-prohibited"></span> | ||
=== | === sharing of course material is prohibited === | ||
[Anyone concerned about the unauthorized sharing of their course materials through online sites should consider adding the statement listed below to their syllabus. Including this statement regarding the posting and/or use of your course content by students establishes a proactive directive to students that is helpful to the office of [https://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/conduct/facultyresources.php Student Conduct and Academic Integrity] in administering the conduct process should the material be posted in opposition to your written directive.] | [Anyone concerned about the unauthorized sharing of their course materials through online sites should consider adding the statement listed below to their syllabus. Including this statement regarding the posting and/or use of your course content by students establishes a proactive directive to students that is helpful to the office of [https://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/conduct/facultyresources.php Student Conduct and Academic Integrity] in administering the conduct process should the material be posted in opposition to your written directive.] | ||
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<span id="required-devices"></span> | <span id="required-devices"></span> | ||
== | == required devices == | ||
[Any devices, especially computers or other electronic devices, that are needed to succeed in the course.] | [Any devices, especially computers or other electronic devices, that are needed to succeed in the course.] | ||
<span id="confidentiality-of-class-recordings"></span> | <span id="confidentiality-of-class-recordings"></span> | ||
== | == confidentiality of class recordings == | ||
[If class recordings that include student [https://studentprivacy.ed.gov/content/personally-identifiable-information-pii personally identifiable information] are to be made, UT Legal has indicated that the following disclosure should be included in the syllabus and wherever recordings are posted on Canvas.] | [If class recordings that include student [https://studentprivacy.ed.gov/content/personally-identifiable-information-pii personally identifiable information] are to be made, UT Legal has indicated that the following disclosure should be included in the syllabus and wherever recordings are posted on Canvas.] | ||
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<span id="getting-help-with-technology"></span> | <span id="getting-help-with-technology"></span> | ||
== | == getting help with technology == | ||
Students needing help with technology in this course should contact the [https://its.utexas.edu/contact ITS Service Desk] or [insert contact information for your local support unit(s) and for course materials, software, hardware, or other technology used in your course]. | Students needing help with technology in this course should contact the [https://its.utexas.edu/contact ITS Service Desk] or [insert contact information for your local support unit(s) and for course materials, software, hardware, or other technology used in your course]. | ||
<span id="classroom-expectations"></span> | <span id="classroom-expectations"></span> | ||
=== | === classroom expectations === | ||
'''Class attendence''' [State your expectations for attendance with the rationale. Explain the consequences for not attending if there are any. If participation is included in the course grade, you should also list it in the assignments under “Grading for this Course.”] | '''Class attendence''' [State your expectations for attendance with the rationale. Explain the consequences for not attending if there are any. If participation is included in the course grade, you should also list it in the assignments under “Grading for this Course.”] | ||
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<span id="content-warning"></span> | <span id="content-warning"></span> | ||
=== | === content warning === | ||
Our classroom provides an open space for the critical and orderly exchange of ideas through discussion. Some readings and other content in this course will include topics and comments that some students may find offensive and/or traumatizing. I’ll aim to forewarn students about potentially disturbing content and I ask all students to help to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and sensitivity. | Our classroom provides an open space for the critical and orderly exchange of ideas through discussion. Some readings and other content in this course will include topics and comments that some students may find offensive and/or traumatizing. I’ll aim to forewarn students about potentially disturbing content and I ask all students to help to create an atmosphere of mutual respect and sensitivity. | ||
<span id="artificial-intelligence"></span> | <span id="artificial-intelligence"></span> | ||
=== | === artificial intelligence === | ||
[The office of [https://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/conduct/facultyresources.php Student Conduct and Academic Integrity] recommends including a statement about the use of artificial intelligence tools in class and outlines three levels of permissibility to choose from, please tailor the below statement to meet your needs: | [The office of [https://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/conduct/facultyresources.php Student Conduct and Academic Integrity] recommends including a statement about the use of artificial intelligence tools in class and outlines three levels of permissibility to choose from, please tailor the below statement to meet your needs: | ||
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For more information about AI in education, see the Center for Teaching and Learning’s [https://ctl.utexas.edu/5-things-know-about-chatgpt “5 Things to Know about ChatGPT” webpage] that includes [https://ctl.utexas.edu/chatgpt-and-generative-ai-tools-sample-syllabus-policy-statements additional suggested syllabi statements] for your consideration.] | For more information about AI in education, see the Center for Teaching and Learning’s [https://ctl.utexas.edu/5-things-know-about-chatgpt “5 Things to Know about ChatGPT” webpage] that includes [https://ctl.utexas.edu/chatgpt-and-generative-ai-tools-sample-syllabus-policy-statements additional suggested syllabi statements] for your consideration.] | ||
=== assignments === | |||
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The following table represents how you will demonstrate your learning and how we will assess the degree to which you have done so. | The following table represents how you will demonstrate your learning and how we will assess the degree to which you have done so. | ||
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<span id="late-work-and-making-up-missed-work"></span> | <span id="late-work-and-making-up-missed-work"></span> | ||
=== | === late work and making up missed work === | ||
[Description of your policies around late work, e.g., late work is not accepted, or late work is accepted subject to an x-point grade reduction for every y hours late, etc. And a description of your policies and procedures around makeup assignments for missed work.] | [Description of your policies around late work, e.g., late work is not accepted, or late work is accepted subject to an x-point grade reduction for every y hours late, etc. And a description of your policies and procedures around makeup assignments for missed work.] | ||
=== absences === | |||
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[Describe if and how attendance will be used in determining the course grade, as well as any policies that apply to absences in your course.] | [Describe if and how attendance will be used in determining the course grade, as well as any policies that apply to absences in your course.] | ||
<span id="religious-holy-days"></span> | <span id="religious-holy-days"></span> | ||
=== | === religious holy days === | ||
By [https://catalog.utexas.edu/general-information/academic-policies-and-procedures/attendance/ UT Austin policy], you must notify me of your pending absence for a religious holy day as far in advance as possible of the date of observance. If you must miss a class, an examination, a work assignment, or a project in order to observe a religious holy day, you will be given an opportunity to complete the missed work within a reasonable time after the absence. | By [https://catalog.utexas.edu/general-information/academic-policies-and-procedures/attendance/ UT Austin policy], you must notify me of your pending absence for a religious holy day as far in advance as possible of the date of observance. If you must miss a class, an examination, a work assignment, or a project in order to observe a religious holy day, you will be given an opportunity to complete the missed work within a reasonable time after the absence. | ||
<span id="equitable-accommodation"></span> | <span id="equitable-accommodation"></span> | ||
=== | === equitable accommodation === | ||
[Specify policies such as dropping one or two assignment/quiz grades for any reason, or the option for taking a cumulative make-up exam if one exam is missed for any reason.] | [Specify policies such as dropping one or two assignment/quiz grades for any reason, or the option for taking a cumulative make-up exam if one exam is missed for any reason.] | ||
<span id="extra-credit"></span> | <span id="extra-credit"></span> | ||
=== | === extra credit === | ||
[Description of your policies: e.g., if you provide opportunities for extra credit, how is it awarded?] | [Description of your policies: e.g., if you provide opportunities for extra credit, how is it awarded?] | ||
<span id="grading-policy"></span> | <span id="grading-policy"></span> | ||
=== | === +/- grading policy === | ||
[Disclose whether or not +/- grades will be used for the final class grade.] | [Disclose whether or not +/- grades will be used for the final class grade.] | ||
<span id="grade-breaks"></span> | <span id="grade-breaks"></span> | ||
=== | === grade breaks === | ||
[Include the grade breakdown for your class.] | [Include the grade breakdown for your class.] | ||
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