Please carefully review the class policy provided below. These policies and rules apply to all classes and are designed to ensure a productive learning environment. Please note that your course syllabus may include specific policies and rules that override the general policies outlined below. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact either the teaching assistant or myself for further clarification.
1. Class Attendance
Attendance is mandatory for all classes at Lewis University. However, each class or course may have different attendance policies. Table 1 outlines the attendance policy for all of my classes.
- Online Course or Program
Students enrolled in an online course may have the opportunity to attend an in-person class for the same subject based on their concentration, subject to prior arrangement. if a student wants to attend an in-person class in advance, I will consider and evaluate the request on a case-by-case basis.
- In-person Course or Program
Students enrolled in an in-person course may not have the opportunity to attend an online class for the same subject. However, if a student requires reasonable accommodation and requests permission to attend an online class in advance, I will consider and evaluate the request on a case-by-case basis.
1.1 Reasonable accommodation
The only approved reasonable accommodation in advance will be to excuse the student from attending. In such cases, the attendance record for the class will be marked as “excused” and will not be factored into the overall attendance grading. All reasonable accommodations required proper documents.
1.2 Overall attendance rate
Be aware that continuous absence from class may result in a report being filed with the student services and the department. Additionally, if a student’s attendance falls below 50% or misses the mid-term or final exam, they will receive a failing grade for the course.
2. Assignments & Writing style
All classes require college-level writing skills and styles for all assignments. Although some media types (such as online discussions or discussion boards) may not lend themselves to formal writing styles, it is essential to apply proper writing conventions (including references, in-text citations, and figure/table numbers and captions) as much as possible, unless specific exceptions are noted in advance.
2.1 Writing style
All written assignments, including lab reports, survey reports, design and build projects, and others, must adhere to the guidelines in the APA v7 style. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in minor point deductions. However, repeated or significant deviations from the guidelines may result in a more substantial points deduction. The quality and style should be similar to the sample – Purdue University student’s sample report (Link). You can find the APA v7 from the link (Link)
2.2 “Discussion” board
As part of their responsibilities, students are expected to compose their own posts using their ideas and provide constructive feedback to their peers. I recommend that students provide at least two positive and two negative comments for each post and include explicit references to support their comments.
2.3 Late submission
Late submissions will not be accepted or graded, except in cases where a student has received prior approval for reasonable accommodation from the instructor or academic advisor. In such cases, the duration of the allowed extension will be determined during the reasonable accommodation review process.
2.4 Reference
When writing reports or posts for the discussion board, it is important to only cite the core research or content related to the topic of the assignment. Including unrelated references is not permitted (just search a general abstraction of the topic and copy & paste it with the citation could subject to ethical issue). Please ensure that all references are relevant and support the arguments being made in your work. Multiple unrelated references in your work may be considered academic dishonesty and could be subject to review. It is essential to ensure that all references are relevant and contribute to the overall quality of your work.
2.5 Writing center
Students may be eligible for extra credit on their written assignments and final reports if they have utilized the writing center and incorporated their recommendations into their work. Please note that only recommendations that have been implemented and are evident in the final submission will be considered for extra credit (Visiting receipt will be shared by Writing Center)
3. Academic Dishonesty
3.1 Plagiarism/Self-plagiarism
Any instance of plagiarism or self-plagiarism will result in a failing grade for the assignment or failure of the course, and repeated offenses may result in further disciplinary action as outlined by the University policies. Students are expected to adhere to the highest academic integrity standards and take responsibility for their own work.
3.2 Unauthorized collaboration
Students are expected to complete all assignments and exams independently, unless otherwise specified by the instructor. Any collaboration that is allowed must be clearly outlined in the assignment instructions or with prior approval from the instructor. If there is any uncertainty about whether or not collaboration is allowed, students are encouraged to consult with the instructor for clarification. Any instance of unauthorized collaboration will result in a failing grade for the assignment or exam, and repeated offenses may result in further disciplinary action
3.3 Impersonating Another Person
Students are expected to use their own identity when participating in any class-related activities, including online discussions, written assignments, and exams. Any instance of impersonation will result in immediate disciplinary action, including but not limited to a failing grade for the assignment or exam and possible suspension or expulsion from the academic institution. It is essential that students maintain their own identity and take responsibility for their own work, as this is a fundamental aspect of academic integrity and honesty. If students have any concerns about their identity or privacy, they are encouraged to speak with the instructor or academic advisor for guidance on how to proceed.
3.4 AI-generated content
Students are expected to complete all assignments and exams using their original work, possibly used as a reference AI-generated content. This class is allowed to use any type of AI or AI-generated content but for reference purposes only (detail citation required). Any copy of AI-generated content, including but not limited to papers, essays, reports, and presentations, is not permitted. Copy of AI-generated content will result in a failing grade for the assignment or exam, and repeated offenses may result in further disciplinary action as outlined by the academic institution’s policies.
