Dec 20, 2013 ... Course Text: Bronson, Po (2003) paperback. What Should I Do With My Life? The
True Story of People. Who Answered the Ultimate Question.
Career and Life Planning SDS 3340-Section 2104 Tuessday 6th period to 8th period Norman 260 Instructor: Clarence Anthony Jr., M.A.
[email protected] Office Location: 1313 Norman Hall Office Hours: Course Text: Bronson, Po (2003) paperback. What Should I Do With My Life? The True Story of People Who Answered the Ultimate Question. Random House. COURSE DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES This course is designed to provide students with resources and a process for determining what career path they wish to take. It will also provide strategies and planning resources for finding a job or graduate school program that meets your career goals. The class will involve looking at your own attributes, the world of work, and the process by which you can navigate your path to a satisfying career. Furthermore the class is also structured to provide a frame of reference or planning throughout the lifespan. · Identify personal characteristics and abilities that impact career satisfaction and success. · Determine a career path that best suits your values, interests, personality and skills. · Review decision-making skills and develop a plan for reaching self-determined goals. · Learn skills and resources that can be utilized in the job search process. · Develop job search correspondence and successful interview techniques. · Prepare for the transition from student life to graduate school and/or professional life. · Understand and learn to apply proper etiquette and ethics in the workplace. EXPECTATIONS · You will learn a great deal about yourself and the world of work. You will get more out of the class if you are willing to put more into it. Your attitude, investment in the course and your work performance should reflect the level of professionalism expected in a work setting. · This is NOT solely a lecture class - you are strongly encouraged to participate actively in the class. In order to experience the benefits from this course, you will need to invest time and effort! Much of your class experience will include guest speakers, class activities, videos, and discussion. · Assignments are due at the BEGINNING of class on the date stated. Assignments turned in after afterward will be considered late. 10% of the total points will be deducted each day from any late assignment. If you cannot make it to class, you can email your completed assignment. Notify the instructor for special arrangements if issues prohibit you from completing the assignments on time. · This class is not an “Easy A” but you will have the opportunity to earn an ‘A’ if you complete the work required. It is the student’s sole responsibility to keep track of their progress and to make sure that they pace themselves throughout the semester. No incomplete grades will be assigned at the end of the semester for incomplete work. Grades are also non-negotiable unless it is an instructor error. · Do not use cell phones or laptops during class. Using electronics in class will impact your participation grade.
ATTENDANCE & PARTICIPATION Your attendance and participation points can make up 30% of your total grade; therefore, attendance and grades are strongly correlated. Because much of the learning and networking of this course occurs in the classroom, your participation is necessary and you will receive points each day you are in class (2 points for each hour you are present & 6 bonus points for perfect attendance). If you are late or leave early, you will miss an appropriate portion of the points for that absence). This course is designed in a discussion format. Again, this is not a lecture class so please be prepared to engage in conversation. Your personal growth throughout the semester will be based upon how much you put into the class. Due to the experiential nature of this course, personal and sensitive information may be shared within the class. Please be sure to keep things shared confidential and to be respectful of your peers and the instructor. This class will serve as a safe space for each of us. ACADEMIC DISHONESTY All students are expected to abide by the University of Florida’s code of ethical conduct. Academic dishonesty of any kind will not be tolerated. Any instances will be addressed according to the guidelines set by the Student Honor Court. Please read the policies about academic honesty at http://www.dso.ufl.edu/judicial/academichonestystudent.html. EXTRA HELP WHEN NEEDED · Visit the Reading & Writing Center (392-2010) in the Broward Hall basement if you find you need some extra help developing your writing or reading skills. · The Career Resource Center in the Reitz Union has a variety of career resources available including individual career counseling, resume critiques, workshops, and events. · Students requesting classroom accommodations must first register with the Dean of Students Office. The Dean of Students Office will provide documentation to the student who must then provide this documentation to the Instructor at the beginning of the semester when requesting accommodation. Services for Students with Disabilities UF strives to provide effective, reasonable accommodations students, staff, faculty and visitors with disabilities. Student classroom accommodation issues can be addressed through the Disability Resource Program while other issues go through the ADA Compliance Office” (http://www.ufl.edu/disability/). Additionally, “students requesting classroom accommodation must register first with the Dean of Students Office. The Dean of Students Office will provide documentation to the student who must then provide this documentation to the Instructor when requesting accommodation. Late Assignments and Make-up Policy As a general rule, there will be no make-ups given for class assignments. You will be given ample time to complete each assignment. Make-ups will only be allowed in the case that there is a documented excuse and at the instructor’s discretion. This documentation must be provided to the instructor before the make-up will be given. Late assignments will be allowed to be turned in up until one class meeting after the assignment was initially due. This excludes the assignments that are due on November 20, 2013. There will be a penalty of 10% per day off of the total assignment point score. Once the has passed, assignments will not be accepted and will be assigned a grade a no credit for that particular assignment. GRADING POLICY Use the following guidelines to determine your progress in the class. Your grade is entirely up to you! You can create the experience that you feel is best for your career development and will provide you with the most growth and meaning. A total of 400 points are available for you to choose from. The grades will be calculated based on a maximum of 300 points. Please keep track of your progress in the column titled “Your Points” below.
Assignments Attendance & Participation Career Article Brainstorm Résumé Cover Letter Goals Resume Self-Assessments Personal Career Vision Paper & Presentation Career Showcase/Fair Reaction Paper Genogram / Sociogram Project Life Line Informational Interview Paper & Presentation Mock Interview Salary & Benefits Organizer Reading Reaction CRC Workshop Business Cards Course Portfolio Final Exam Total Points Possible
Due Date
Feb 25 Feb 18 Feb 18 Feb 18 Sep 18 Feb 15 Feb 4 Mar 4 Mar 4 Mar 25
20 20 20 40
Apr 1 Apr 8 Apr 15 2 wks Apr 15 Apr 15 Apr 22
20 20 10 10 5 20 20 400
Course Grading Scale (out of 400 points) A 90% 360 pts B+ 85% 340 pts B 80% 320 pts C+ 75% 300 pts
Total Points 90 10 10 20 10 5 20 30
C 70% 280 pts D+ 65% 260 pts D 60% 240 pts F
