Welcome to LTEC 4510 Summer 2014

Syllabus

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LTEC 4510 Business Communication Summer 2014

Information for LTEC Web-based Courses

Knowledge of personal computer operation is prerequisite to registering for and successfully completing this online course. Students taking the course should be proficient in the following software as well:

• Microsoft Word

• Microsoft Excel

• Microsoft Access

The acquisition of these skills is the responsibility of student and can be obtained through prior coursework and/or personal experience.   A student who is not proficient in these programs should not register for this course. Blackboard is fully supported for both computers using Windows and Apple computers.  This includes the programs noted above. Purchase and installation of the programs in a current and compatible version is the responsibility of the student.  For personally owned computers, the UNT bookstore offers software for both systems with student pricing. In addition, upon starting this or any LTEC Blackboard course, students should review the “Check Browser” link in Blackboard and install the appropriate browser and plug-ins and update their browser to the appropriate settings.

Communication Parameters:

Students should contact the instructor via the instructor's preferred communication (see above). Instructors will attempt to respond to student emails within five working days. Working days do not include weekends or holidays. Students should not expect the communication parameters in a web-based class to significantly differ from the parameters in traditional campus-based classes. Students are encouraged to develop communication networks with other class members via electronic communication vehicles such as Blackboard Vista email, bulletin board, and/or chat. Students should consider the communication parameters with regard to assignment due dates. Please be aware that instructors will not be able to respond to "last minute" requests for assignment clarification, and students may encounter unforeseen problems with their Internet provider, software, or hardware.

Student Responsibilities for Distributed Learning Courses:

1. Access course web page and initiate contact with instructor within the first week of the semester. In many cases, this will be BEFORE the first class meeting
2. Be able to work independently on course objectives, given the format for interaction with faculty and students will be non traditional.
3. Complete UNT Student Tutorial prior to taking the first Blackboard course
4. . Verify appropriate hardware and software as described in the course description.
5. Provide instructor with access to a working email account (Eagle mail, Blackboard or private provider) .
6. Contact instructor or instructor's assistant within two days if any problems develop with regard to accessing the course.
7. Adhere to communication parameters of course (i.e., email, discussion, chat)
8. Review Student Resources prior to taking the first Blackboard Vista course.
9. Comply with appropriate electronic etiquette and abbreviations.
10. Acquire all necessary software and books.
11. Complete all course requirements by posted deadlines.

Students should maintain electronic copies in chronological order of ALL journal entries, bulletin board responses, lesson plans, and other assignments listed within the "Sequence of Tests, Papers, and Activities" section of this syllabus. It is the responsibility of the student to verify that all messages AND attachments are sent to the course instructor. See " Course Attendance and Participation" section for more information.

"All students should activate and regularly check their Eagle Mail (e-mail) account. Eagle Mail is used for official communication from the University to students. Many important announcements for the University and College are sent to students via Eagle Mail. For information about Eagle Mail, including how to activate an account and how to have Eagle Mail forwarded to another e-mail address, visit https://eaglemail.unt.edu"

MEDICAL EMERGENCIES

NOTE ABOUT MEDICAL EMERGENCIES: If you have a medical emergency that will prevent you from completing the course as scheduled, you MUST notify your instructor at the time of your medical problem. Requests for an INC or to drop the course must come at the time of the medical emergency and must be supported by a letter from your physician indicating that your medical situation will NOT permit you to work at your computer in order to submit your assignments as scheduled. Requests for an INC or to DROP this course based on a medical emergency CAN NOT be granted after the medical emergency. Of course all requests must meet standard university policy.

Information for ALL LTEC Courses

Attendance and Participation

The instructor reserves the right to request of the Registrar that a student be dropped from the course (W or WF) due to unsatisfactory progress. All students are expected to fully participate in all class activities. Full participation includes all web-based activities.

University Policy of Absence for Religious Holidays

In accordance with state law, students absent due to the observance of a religious holiday may take examinations or complete assignments scheduled for the day missed within a reasonable time after the absence if the student has notified the instructor of each class of the date of the absence within the first 15 days of the semester. Notification must be in writing, either personally delivered with receipt of the notification acknowledged and dated by the instructor, or by certified mail, return receipt requested.

Only holidays or holy days observed by a religion whose place of worship is exempt from property taxation under Section 11.20 of the Tax Code may be included. A student who is excused under this provision may not be penalized for the absence, but the instructor may appropriately respond if the student fails to satisfactorily complete the assignment or examination.

Professionalism

At all times, students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. This includes being prepared for all class assignments, and being flexible to unforeseen changes in schedules and assignments.

Honesty and Integrity

The UNT Code of Student Conduct and Discipline provides penalties for misconduct by students, including academic dishonesty. Academic dishonesty includes cheating and plagiarism. The term "cheating" includes, but is not limited to, (1) use of any unauthorized assistance in taking quizzes, tests, or examinations; (2) dependence upon the aid of sources beyond those authorized by the instructor in writing papers, preparing reports, solving problems, or carrying out other assignments; and (3) the acquisition, without permission, of tests or academic material belonging to a faculty or staff member of the university. The term "plagiarism" includes, but is not limited to, the use of the published or unpublished work of another person, by paraphrase or direct quotation, without full and clear acknowledgement. It also includes the unacknowledged use of materials prepared by another person or agency engaged in the selling of term papers or other academic materials. If a student engages in academic dishonesty related to this class, the student will receive a failing grade on the test or assignment and a failing grade in the course. In addition, the case will be referred to the Dean of Students for appropriate disciplinary action.

LATE POLICY

There are due dates for both assignments and discussions. If you submit after the due date, within a week you will get 50% of points, after a week it is a ZERO. Submit early.

University Policy of Disability Accommodations

In accordance with Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the University of North Texas endeavors to make reasonable adjustments in its policies, practices, services and facilities to ensure equal opportunity for qualified persons with disabilities to participate in all educational programs and activities. Whenever a special accommodation or auxiliary aid is necessary in order to ensure access to and full participation by students with disabilities in University programs or services, the department or agency responsible for the program or service to which the individual requires access will work with the Office of Disability Accommodation and appropriate federal and state agencies to ensure that reasonable accommodations are made. The student requiring special accommodation or auxiliary aids must make application for such assistance through the Office of Disability Accommodation. Proof of disability from a competent authority will be required, as well as information regarding specific limitations for which accommodation is requested. The University assumes no responsibility for personal assistance necessary for independent living nor for specialized medical care. Students requiring personal attendants or mobility assistants must employ such persons at their own expense before completion of registration. Students requiring specialized medical care above and beyond that ordinarily offered through the Student Health Center should be prepared to bear the expense of this care through a general hospital or a private physician/clinic of their choice. Changes may be made as long as it does not compromise the quality of education. Cooperation of faculty, staff, and students is needed to help with physical access and to meet academic requirements. For example, giving extra time on tests or assignments, substituting courses, or adapting classroom presentations (like allowing tape recorders, note takers, or asking a professor to face the class when speaking to allow students to lip read) may be done.

Questions or concerns about discrimination on the basis of disability or about equal educational opportunities for persons with disabilities should be directed to Equal Opportunity Office, Room 203, Administration Building, 940.565.2456. Information concerning specific accommodations to provide equal opportunities is available through the Office of Disability Accommodation, Suite 324, Union , 940.565.4323.

Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services Regulations for F1 Visa Holders

To read INS regulations for F-1 students taking online courses, please go to this website http://www.immigration.gov/graphics/services/visas.htm and select the link to

"8 CFR 214.2(f)" in the table next to "F-1." Paragraph (f)(6)(i)(G)

A Final Rule with clarifications on the restriction can be found in a pdf file located at http://www.immigration.gov/graphics/lawsregs/fr121102.pdf

Within this document, refer to Section IX on page 9 with the subject header "Online and Distance Education Courses."

To comply with immigration regulations, an F-1 visa holder within the United States may need to engage in an on-campus experiential component for this course. This component (which must be approved in advance by the instructor) can include activities such as taking an on-campus exam, participating in an on-campus lecture or lab activity, or other on-campus experience integral to the completion of this course. If such an on-campus activity is required, it is the student's responsibility to do the following:

(1) Submit a written request to the instructor for an on-campus experiential component within one week of the start of the course.

(2) Ensure that the activity on campus takes place and the instructor documents it in writing with a notice sent to the International Advising Office. The UNT International Advising Office has a form available that you may use for this purpose.

Because the decision may have serious immigration consequences, if an F-1 student is unsure about his or her need to participate in an on-campus experiential component for this course, s/he should contact the UNT International Advising Office (telephone 940-565-2195 or email international@unt.edu ) to get clarification before the one-week deadline.

Course Information

Course Description/Course Philosophy :

This course is designed to assist students in developing real world communication skills. Emphasis is placed on written, oral, and non-verbal communication, strategies for communicating electronically, delivering a variety of messages, creating effective business reports, and designing and delivering business presentations.

Course Objectives:

After completing this course, the learner should be able to:

• Establish a framework for business communication
• Focus on interpersonal and group communication
• Plan and prepare spoken and written messages
• Communicate electronically
• Deliver good- and neutral-news messages
• Deliver bad-news messages
• Deliver persuasive messages
• Create reports
• Manage data and use graphics
• Organize and prepare reports and proposals
• Design and deliver business presentations

Course Evaluation Scale Evaluation

A = 90% - 100%	D = 60% - 69%
B = 80% - 89%	F = 59% and below
C = 70% - 79%

Submit all work as specified by the instructor. You must take into consideration: postal mail time and electronic communication difficulties. The student is responsible for all course deadlines. Student must keep a copy of all assignments . All assignments must be turned in by the "due date". Assignments can only be graded if submitted properly, it is not enough to do it, you must make it so it can be graded.

LATE POLICY

There are due dates for both assignments and discussions. If you submit after the due date, within a week you will get 50% of points, after a week it is a ZERO. Submit early.

Textbooks

“Lehman Text”

BUSINESS COMMUNICATION-W/TEAMS HANDBOOK  REQUIRED |By LEHMAN

EDITION:   16TH 11 , PUBLISHER:   CENGAGE L, ISBN:   9780324782172

“Wircenski Text”

TECHNICAL PRESENTATION WORKBOOK  REQUIRED

|By SULLIVAN and WIRECENSKI

EDITION:   3RD 10 , PUBLISHER:   ASME, ISBN:   9780791859575

LTEC 4510 Summer 2014 Professor Murphy

Mod	Assignment	Points	Due
	Student/Instructor Introduction - Complete the Start Here with the Course Orientation" and the Required Tasks to Gain Access to Course Content". Assignment specifics are found within the course materials.  A discussion is provided in the Blackboard Discussion Tool for each module.	10	6/8/14
1	Read Chapter 1 in Lehman text and view powerpoint slides		6/8/14
	Submit Module 1 Assignment, Lehman Text “1-1 Career Portfolio”	30
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool, make 3 posts!	20
2	Read Chapter 2 in Lehman text and view powerpoint slides		6/15/14
	Submit Module 2 Assignment, Lehman Text p 50 and p 65	30
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool.	20
3	Read Lehman Chapters 3 AND 4, view two powerpoint presentations		Optional 6/15/14 Extra Credit
	Submit Module 3 Assignment, p 83 and also select one	30ec
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool, make 3 posts	20ec
4	Read Lehman Chapter 5 and view Chapter 5 powerpoint slides in Bb		6/22/14
	Submit Module 4 Assignment, Lehman pp178-9 #2, #3 and #8	30
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool, post 3 times	20
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool, this is a different thread, but must post three times here also	20
5	Read Lehman Chapter 6 and related powerpoints on Blackboard		Optional 6/22/14 Extra Credit
	Submit Module 5 Assignment, p 217 #5,#6,#7 and #8	30ec
	Participate in group discussion Lehman p.211, post at least three	20ec
6	Read Lehman Chapter 7 and related powerpoints on Blackboard		6/29/14
	Submit Lehman p 259-60 #6, #8, #9, #10	30
	Participate in group discussion on Discussion Tool 3X	20
7	Read Lehman Ch 8 and view related powerpoints in course lessons		Optional 6/29/14 Extra Credit
	Submit Lehman p 302 #8 and select one form	30ec
	Post in group discussion on Discussion Tool, always three times	20ec
8	Read Lehman Chapters 9 and 10, view both powerpoints		7/6/14
	Submit Lehman p 394 #11 with a graphic using APA style (formal!)	30
	Post to discussion, at least three times.	20
9	Read Lehman Chapter 12 and read Wircenski chapters 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 View all power point slides in this module		7/13/14
	Submit Module 9 Assignment.	30
	Post to discussion.	20
10	Read Wircenski text chapters 6, 7, 8		7/27/14
	Submit Module 10 Presentation Assignment (Required to pass class): 1.      (500 points) Post a 15 – 20 minutes presentation on YouTube or make other arrangements with Professor 2.      (10 points) Submit more than ten power point slides, must cite sources and have speaker notes for each slide in notes section 3.      (10 points) Submit a minimum of one page handout	520
TOTAL		850

There’s a one week late policy – if you submit after the due date you earn 50% of points, after a week it’s a ZERO

 ec means Extra Credit, not required but will add points to your grade!