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ARTS1301 30 & ARTS1301 31– ART APPRECIATION
Instructor: Cheryl McGrath

Art Appreciation 1301 is an on-line course taught through the NCTC ANGEL system and is open to all students. The internet course content is similar to the on-campus classes. Through a study of the visual universe, emphasis is placed on developing several skills essential to leading a productive and meaningful life in today's world: the ability to think, read, visually interpret and write. Students are directed toward understanding the purpose, meaning and cultural context of human expression as it is applied in two and three dimensions, film, graphic design and green/sustainable environmental design. An introduction to chronological/geographical visual history from prehistoric time to postmodernism is included.

Students will be asked to complete textbook, textbook-accompanied CD-ROM and internet reading assignments. Students will also be expected to complete on-line assignments relating to the reading, meaningfully participate in on-line discussions, visit "real world" galleries and museums, take photographs, digitize them into a manageable size for email and submit all assignments through e-mail.

Mandatory Orientation: STUDENTS ARE REQUIRED TO ATTEND one of two on-campus mandatory orientations at the beginning of the semester. Mandatory one-time orientation will be held on (choose one): Students may choose to attend one of the following:

• Monday, August 29, Room 210-Corinth 6:30-7:30pm or
• Tuesday, August 30, Room 364-Corinth 6:30-7:30pm

Students must log in  and enter a valid email address into the Art Appreciation course by the fifth day (Friday) of the first week of classes. Failure to log in by the fifth day of classes and enter a valid email address will result in being dropped from the course.

Students should be familiar with computer world wide web and email procedures, including attaching files no larger than 200k to email messages. Students will be given the instructor's email address for prompt answers to course questions, and an email address to a technical support staff person for technical questions.

Grading: Grades are based on electronically submitted on-line assignments, a museum visit paper and a paper on a work of art from your own environment or home. All work is submitted through email. There are no tests; grades are comprised of the on-line discussions, assignments and papers. However, during the current semester, students are required to visit a museum or gallery and submit a paper relating to the visit by the due date. Students are also required to create drawings and outdoor photography and submit them electronically by the due date. Assignments and meaningful online discussions are due approximately every two weeks and are listed on a course calendar. Students may email the assignments before the due date, if desired.

Required Textbook: Gilbert, Rita. Living With Art 7th ed. New York, New York: McGraw Hill, 2005, 2002. IMPORTANT NOTE: This book is available at all NCTC campuses. It is packaged with a CD-Rom titled Core Concepts in Art which is also required.

Required Materials:

1. A Windows PC Pentium or higher operating system, 64 MB available RAM, 40 MB Hard disk space. Mac computers may be used but there may be viewing problems with Macs. Word 6.0 or higher is preferred.
2. A camera and film for photo essay assignments, with the ability to email images to the instructor (a scanner or digital conversion) is also required. Digital conversion means than an image is transferred to a file on your computer. It is possible to send photographs by regular mail but not preferred.

BIOL1408 - General Biology (Non-Science Majors)
Instructor: Susan Decker, MA

Description
The Online General Biology Class includes both Lecture and Lab. You are not required to come to campus to attend either lecture or LAB.  It covers a survey of key concepts including biological chemistry, cell structure and function, genetics, evolution and ecology. An overview of the plants and animals is included with special emphasis given to the morphology and physiology of man. For non-science majors.

You are required to come to campus to take the exams for this course. The lab portion of this course and other assignments, quizzes, etc... will be conducted in ANGEL and will not require you to come to campus.

Course Goals, Competencies, & Activities – The content and activities of Biology 1408 ONLINE are essentially the same as Biology 1408 taught on-campus. At the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Define the parameters that encompass all life.
2. Describe the chemical processes inherent of life.
3. Differentiate between the various cell types and describe the function and structural components of cells.
4. Describe the biological processes of photosynthesis and respiration.
5. Describe the cellular basis of reproduction and inheritance, patterns of inheritance and the molecular biology of genes.
6. Analyze the impact of current genetic research as it relates to present and past life forms.
7. Analyze the physiological systems of the human body and compare human systems to other animals.
8. Compare the physiological regulation of animals as they relate to homeostasis.
9. Analyze the significance of behavioral patterns and ecological relationships as they relate to the survival of organisms and a sustainable global environment.
10. Describe the impact of human population dynamics.
11. Describe the importance of biodiversity and evaluate the biotic and abiotic factors that impact biodiversity.
12. Describe the structure, function, reproduction and development of plants.

Grading - The majority of points earned in the class will be achieved through required assignments and tests. The remainder of the points will be derived from an online discussion in the ANGEL courseware system.

Mandatory Orientation - The online orientation needs to be completed the first week of class or the student will be dropped from the course, no exceptions.

Required Textbooks:

1. Mader, Sylvia S., Inquiry into Life, 11th Edition.
2. NCTC Lab Manual will be available in Bookstore by start date of class.

Computer Requirements:233 MHz processor minimum

• Windows 98 minimum
• Reliable Internet access
• Microsoft Word and Adobe acrobat
• A valid email address
  
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BIOL – 1322   Nutrition
Instructor: Susan Decker, MA

Description – The Online Nutrition Class includes Lecture readings, activities, quizzes and exams.  Nutrition is a study of the basic principles of nutrition in health and disease. The course is designed to develop a background in the science of nutrition that can be used as a basis for decisions in dietary planning for health and disease, selection of foods according to nutritive values, and to provide the ability to apply techniques of education and dietary counseling so that the principles of normal therapeutic nutrition can be interpreted to the layman.   For Non-science majors, this course meets the health/wellness credit.  

You are required to come to campus to take the exams for this course. Other assignments, quizzes, etc... will be conducted in Blackboard and will not require you to come to campus.

Course Goals, Competencies, & Activities – The content and activities of Biology 1322 ONLINE are essentially the same as Biology 1322 taught on-campus. At the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to:

At the satisfactory completion of the course, students will be able to:

1. Develop an understanding of a healthy diet.
2. Describe human physiology and its relationship to nutrition.
3. Describe the importance of metabolism as it relates to human health.
4. Compare the caloric value of foods that contain the three macronutrients: carbohydrates, lipids, and protein.
5. Describe the need and functional properties of vitamins, minerals, and water as it relates to human homeostasis.
6. Develop an understanding of energy balance and weight management.
7. Analyze and determine the importance of food safety and the various organisms that can threaten human health.
8. Compare the various dieting trends with lifestyle changes.
9. Compare the nutritional needs of various groups of people

Grading – The majority of points earned in the class will be achieved through required assignments, quizzes and tests. The remainder of the points will be derived from an online discussion in the ANGEL courseware system.

Mandatory Orientation - the online orientation needs to be completed the first week of class or the student will be dropped from the course, no exceptions.

Required Textbooks:
Contemporary Nutrition by Gordon, Wardlaw, 6th edition, McGraw - Hill Publishing Company

Computer Requirements:

233 MHz processor minimum
Windows 98 minimum / Microsoft Word or a similar product
Reliable Internet access and a valid email address

BUSG2307-30 – Legal & Social Environment of Business
Instructor: Peters

ITNW1337 - Intro to the Internet
Instructor: Jim Innis

Description: The ITNW1337 Internet Course offers students another option of taking Introduction to the Internet besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional class. In addition, the course is similar to the traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you communicate regularly with the instructor. You should expect to spend at least six hours per week on this course reading course material, working through tutorials, doing homework, participating in discussion threads, etc. Exams may be administered on campus (consult the syllabus).

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. If for some reason you cannot complete the orientation during the first week of class, you must contact the instructor. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation will be available through your ANGEL (formerly Blackboard) account on the first day of classes.

What you will need:

1. A Pentium-based computer with Internet Access.
2. It is expected you have keyboarding skills.
3. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
4. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
5. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor's address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are enrolled in in the subject line. You will receive more course information upon receipt of your email address.
   
   Call the instructor at 940-668-7731, ext.4337, or e-mail jinnis@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

ITSW1307 - Intro to Database
Instructor: Jim Innis

Description: The ITSW1307 Internet Course offers students another option of taking Intro to Database besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional class. In addition, the course is similar to the traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you communicate regularly with the instructor. You should expect to spend at least six hours per week on this course reading course material, working through tutorials, doing homework, participating in discussion threads, etc. Exams may be administered on campus (consult the syllabus).

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. If for some reason you cannot complete the orientation during the first week of class, you must contact the instructor. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation will be available through your ANGEL (formerly Blackboard) account on the first day of classes.

What you will need:

1. Microsoft Office2003 Professional (or Access2003) is required. If you do not have Office2003 Professional (or Access2003) on your computer, or do not have access to a computer with Office2003 Professional (or Access2003) you should not enroll in this class.
2. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
3. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
4. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor's address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are enrolled in in the subject line. You will receive more course information upon receipt of your email address.
   
   Call the instructor at 940-668-7731, ext.4337, or e-mail jinnis@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

ITSW1310 - Intro to Presentation Graphics
Instructor: Jim Innis

Description: The ITSW1310 Internet Course offers students another option of taking Introduction to Presentation Graphics besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional class. In addition, the course is similar to the traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you communicate regularly with the instructor. You should expect to spend at least six hours per week on this course reading course material, working through tutorials, doing homework, participating in discussion threads, etc. Exams may be administered on campus (consult the syllabus).

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. If for some reason you cannot complete the orientation during the first week of class, you must contact the instructor. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation will be available through your ANGEL (formerly Blackboard) account on the first day of classes.

What you will need:

1. A Pentium-based computer with Internet Access.
2. Macromedia FlashMX2004 (or Macromedia StudioMX2004 of which FlashMX 2004 is a component).
3. It is expected you have keyboarding skills.
4. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
5. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
6. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor's address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are enrolled in in the subject line. You will receive more course information upon receipt of your email address.
   
   Call the instructor at 940-668-7731, ext.4337, or e-mail jinnis@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

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Economics 2301.30 – Macroeconomics
Instructor: Karla Lynch

Course Description – An introduction to the principles of macroeconomics. This course explores Classical, Keynesian and other models in economics.   Emphasis given to national income, money and banking, monetary and fiscal policy, economic fluctuations and growth. Other topics include but not limited to introductory international trade and finance, employment, comparative economic systems and economic decision-making.

Course Goals – Upon successful completion of the course, students will be able to identify, understand, and explain economic concepts such as:

• Scarcity and Choice – Demand, Supply, and Equilibrium
• National Output and Income – Unemployment and Inflation
• Aggregate Demand and Aggregate Supply – Aggregate Expenditure
• Fiscal Policy – Money and Banking – The Federal Reserve

In addition students will be able to define the differences between Macro- and Micro-Economics, know basic Economic terminology, understand the goals of economics, and be able to generate graphs, equations, variables, etc. as needed.  A major goal of the course is to enhance each student’s critical thinking skills.

Prerequisite Skills – Online students should have the following skills:

1. Basic computer skills
2. The ability to interact with the instructor via email (this includes opening attached documents and sending attached documents).
3. The ability to clearly communicate in writing using a word processing program.
4. The ability to use various search engines to navigate the web.

THIS IS NOT A SELF-PACED COURSE.  Students are held responsible for announcements on  ANGEL  by the instructor and those assignments, quizzes, article reviews, and exams specified in the syllabus.

Mandatory Orientation: Students must log onto ANGEL the first week of classes to complete the mandatory online orientation. Students who do not complete this orientation within the first week of classes will be dropped from the course. The NCTC Schedule of Classes gives the starting date for all courses. Orientation must be completed by Friday, September 2, at 9 PM.  Otherwise, you will be blocked from the course.

Textbook – Economics , 6th or 7th Edition.  Roger A. Arnold.  South-Western College Publications.  ISBN: 0324163703

Computer Requirements – Online students should have access to the following:

1. A computer with an internet connection and a reliable internet service provider.
2. A plan ‘B’ prepared for when your computer freezes, crashes, or your service provider goes off-line.  Assume this will happen and remember unless the NCTC server is down, all assignment times and dates apply.
3. Word-processing software.
4. Adobe reader.

Contact the instructor if there are any further questions: Karla Lynch: (940) 668-7731 or email at klynch@nctc.edu

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ENGL1301.30 & .31– Grammar and Composition
Instructor: Robert Burton, MA

Description
Lecture and discussion for a study of the principles of expository and argumentative writing with special attention to sentence and paragraph structure, diction, punctuation, outlining and note taking; analysis and discussion of model essays; preparation of an annotated bibliography, essay writing.

Orientation will be on August 27 at 10:00AM in COR366.

Contact Professor Burton.

Required Textbooks

1. Kirszner, Laurie, Patterns for College Writing, 9th ed., Beford/St. Martins, 2005 (ISBN 1413069444)
2. Kirszner, Laurie G., The Concise Wadsworth Handbook. 1st ed., Thomson-Wadsworth, 2005 (ISBN 0-312-40431-X)

Computer Requirements

1. Internet access
2. Microsoft Word or a similar product
3. An email address

ENGL1302.30– Literature and Composition
Instructor: Robert Burton, MA

Description
Introduction to the genres of fiction, poetry and drama. A study of critical thinking, sequential to ENGL 1301, leading to critical writing about literature and including two research papers demonstrating skills in research and literary criticism. Prerequisite: Successful completion of ENGL1301.

Orientation will be on August 27 at 10:00AM in COR366.

Contact Professor Burton.

Required Textbooks

1. Kirszner, Laurie G., and Stephen R. Mandell. Literature: Reading, Reacting, Writing. 5th ed. United States: Thomson/Heinle, 2004 (ISBN 1-413-00640-X)
2. Kirszner, Laurie G., The Concise Wadsworth Handbook. 1st ed., Thomson-Wadsworth, 2005 (ISBN 0-312-40431-X)

Computer Requirements

1. Internet access
2. Microsoft Word or a similar product
3. An email address

ENGL1301.31 Grammar & Composition

with Shirley Garrett contact: sgarrett@nctc.edu

English 1302.31– Literature and Composition
Instructor: Chris Bishop

Course Description

Introduction to the fictional genres of the short story, poem, and play.  A study of critical thinking, sequential to ENGL 1301, leading to critical writing about literature and including two research papers demonstrating skills in research and literary criticism.

Course Goals, Competencies, and Activities

The content and activities of English 1302 ONLINE are essentially the same as those taught in a traditional college literature and composition course. Goals and competencies include the following:

• Reading
  • Students will identify at least three genres—short story, poetry, and drama—by the study of a significant number of the short stories, poems and dramas from the text.
  • Students will analyze the elements and techniques of a short story, such as plot, character, setting, point of view, theme, symbol, irony, emotion, humor, and fantasy.
  • Students will analyze poetry through major poetic forms and a variety of poetic techniques.
  • Students will analyze drama in terms of dramatic modes and conventions.
  • Students will read supplemental critical articles (secondary texts) to augment their understanding of primary texts.
  • Students will take online, objective quizzes over the literal level of reading assignments.
  • Students will take online tests over literary terms.
• Writing
  • Students will regularly engage in the writing process—prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and completing a variety of critical/analytical essays and research papers about the short stories, poetry, and drama they read. Students will also regularly post commentary to the online discussion board.
• Research
  • Students will synthesize information into notes, outline, rough draft, and final form for research papers, applying the MLA style of documentation while demonstrating the use of standard library resources (such as indices, catalogs, and references) and the use of electronic resources (such as the Literature Resource Center available online through the NCTC library).
  • Students will recognize and scrupulously avoid plagiarism.

Textbooks

• Required
  • Kirszner, Laurie G., and Stephen R. Mandell. Literature: Reading, Reacting, Writing. 5th ed. United States: Thomson/Heinle, 2004. (Reader)
  • Kirszner, Laurie G., and Stephen R. Mandell. The Concise Wadsworth Handbook. U.S.:Thomson/Wadsworth, 2005. (Handbook)
  • A college dictionary  (of recent publication)
• Optional
  • A thesaurus  (of recent publication)

• A computer with an internet connection
• Netscape 7.0 or higher; Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; MAC OS that runs Mozilla 1.0 or higher
• An internet service provider (such as AOL or Charter or Earthlink)
• An active email account
• Word-processing software: Microsoft Word OR Corel WordPerfect
• Adobe reader

• Students must have basic skills in using a computer. They should be able to send, receive, and open email and attachments.
• Students should be able to use online library databases to conduct research.
• Students should be able to navigate the Internet and use search engines such as Google.
• Students must be able to read and follow written instructions.

• Students will be given the instructor’s email address (cbishop@nctc.edu) for prompt answers to course questions. Technology issues should be addressed to the HelpDesk (940-668-4284) or nctcangel@nctc.edu.
• Students will be provided with a syllabus designating readings and assignments and due dates. This is NOT a self-paced course. Students must be diligent in monitoring their syllabus and Blackboard announcements to insure that they complete their work on time.

• Class policies, assignments, and grading criteria and method are explained on the course syllabus.
• This instructor reserves the right to modify policies, assignments, grading criteria and method.
• This instructor does not accept late, extra-credit, or make-up work.

Time Requirement

Students should expect to devote about 6-8 hours per week to this class.

Mandatory Orientation

This course will be available on the first day of classes, Saturday, Aug. 27.Students must log onto Angel and enter this course and complete the mandatory course orientation no later than 10:00 p.m., Thursday, September 1.

Students who do not complete this orientation as scheduled will be blocked from the course. Students who are blocked will be responsible for dropping the course, or they will receive an F at the end of the semester. The refund schedule is posted on page 12 of the NCTC Schedule of Classes. Students will receive 100% refund as long as they have withdrawn by Saturday, Sept. 10. Please note: Students who encounter difficulties with their home computer should find another computer (e.g., the NCTC computer lab, a public library, a friend or relative, place of employment) to use. Students who encounter difficulties accessing ANGEL and/or this specific course should notify me immediately (cbishop@nctc.edu or 940-498-6241) and resolve their issues as expeditiously as possible. Technical difficulties (other than the NCTC server or Angel going down) are no excuse for not completing the mandatory course orientation or assignments due throughout the semester.

PLEASE NOTE: Technical difficulties (other than Angel going down) are no excuse for not completing the mandatory course orientation or assignments due throughout the semester. Angel courses can be directly accessed using the web address: www.angel.nctc.edu

Instructor contact: Students with additional questions about this course should contact the instructor directly. Email: cbishop@nctc.edu; phone: 940-498-6241; office: Cor 335.
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ENGL2332.30 & .31– World Literature I
Instructor: Dr. Kevin Eubanks

Course Description: Study of selected masterpieces of world literature from the Ancient World to the Renaissance. This 3-hour credit internet course covers the same content as a traditional college literature class. In addition, the course is similar to a traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you have the opportunity to communicate regularly with the instructor by email.

Time Requirement : About 8 hours per week to devote to the course.

Required Textbooks and Materials:

1. The Norton Anthology of World Literature. 3-volume set. Volumes A-C. 2nd ed. New York: Norton, 2002.
2. A recent collegiate dictionary

Computer Requirements

1. A computer with an internet connection
2. An internet service provider (such as AOL or Prodigy)
3. An email account
4. Word-processing software (such as Microsoft Word)

Course Requirements

1. Two major online examinations (You may choose which two of the three unit exams you want to take--Ancient World, Middle Ages, or Renaissance)
2. One non-researched essay (750 words) which interprets a work from the unit you choose not to take the exam for
3. Submission to the instructor of answers to nine complete sets of analysis questions (three per unit)
4. Participation in nine discussion board topics (three per unit)
5. Frequent online reading quizzes

Mandatory Orientation: Students must log into ANGEL e-Learning Center to complete the mandatory online orientation. If the orientation is not completed during the first week of class, the student may be dropped from the course. The NCTC Schedule of Classes gives the starting date for all courses.

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English 2333.30 & .31— World Literature II
Instructor: C. Bishop

Course Description
English 2333 is open to students who have completed English 1302. It is a three-hour credit course that fulfills a humanities requirement at NCTC. Students study selected masterpieces of world literature from the Neoclassical period (the late 17th and 18th centuries) to the present day in Europe, Russia, Africa, and North and South America.

Course Goals and Competencies
The internet course content is essentially the same as that taught in a traditional college literature course. Goals and competencies include the following:

• Developing skills in reading and analyzing portions of world masterpieces of literature in order to understand both the ideas and the techniques of writers in other ages.
• Comparing the presentation of the same ideas by several writers of different ages and articulating the similarities and differences.
• Comprehending the different attitudes and philosophies of various ages through study of background material related to the writers.
• Comparing the philosophies and attitudes of other ages to the student’s own and articulating the similarities and differences.
• Using appropriate print and electronic resources to gather and compile information about a text in an essay of suitable length.

Activities

• Students will read, analyze, and respond to a variety of literary works and background materials.
• Students will read supplemental, critical articles and instructor lectures.
• Students will take online objective quizzes over assigned readings.
• Students will participate in online discussion boards.
• Students will complete two major exams.
• Students will complete one semester research project and two essays.

Time Requirement
Students should expect to invest about 8 hours per week in this course, more if they read slowly.

Required Textbooks

• Lawall, Sarah, ed. The Norton Anthology of Literature (3-volume set D—F). New York: Norton, 2002.
• Gilbaldi, Joseph. MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers. 6th ed. New York: MLA, 2003. You will need this or some other handbook to consult in order to format and document papers correctly.

Computer Requirements

• A computer with an internet connection
• Netscape 7.0 or higher; Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; MAC OS that runs Mozilla 1.0 or higher
• An internet service provider (such as AOL or Charter or Earthlink)
• An active email account
• Word-processing software: Microsoft Word or Corel WordPerfect
• Adobe reader

Prerequisite Skills

• Students must have basic skills in using a computer. They should be able to send, receive, and open email and attachments.
• Students should be able to use online library databases to conduct research.
• Students should be able to navigate the Internet and use search engines such as Google.
• Students must be able to read and follow written instructions.

Accommodations

• Students will be given the instructor’s email address (cbishop@nctc.edu) for prompt answers to course questions. Technology issues should be addressed to the HelpDesk (940-668-4284) or Nctcangel@nctc.edu
• Students will be provided with a syllabus designating readings and assignments and due dates. This is NOT a self-paced course. Students must be diligent in monitoring their syllabus and Blackboard announcements to insure that they complete their work on time.

Class Policies and Evaluation

• Class policies, assignments, and grading criteria and method are explained on the course syllabus.
• This instructor reserves the right to modify policies, assignments, grading criteria and method.
• This instructor does not accept late, extra-credit, or make-up work.

Mandatory Orientation
This course will be available on the first day of classes, Saturday, Aug. 27.Students must log onto ANGEL and enter this course and complete the mandatory course orientation no later than 10:00 p.m., Thursday, Sept 1. Students who do not complete this orientation as scheduled will be blocked from the course. Students who are blocked will be responsible for dropping the course, or they will receive an F at the end of the semester. The refund schedule is posted on page 12 of the NCTC Schedule of Classes. Students will receive 100% refund as long as they have withdrawn by Saturday, Sept. 10.

Please note: Students who encounter difficulties with their home computer should find another computer (e.g., the NCTC computer lab, a public library, a friend or relative, place of employment) to use. Students who encounter difficulties accessing Angel and/or this specific course should notify me immediately (cbishop@nctc.edu or 940-498-6241) and resolve their issues as expeditiously as possible. Technical difficulties (other than the Angel going down) are no excuse for not completing the mandatory course orientation or assignments due throughout the semester. Angel courses can be directly accessed using the web address: www.angel.nctc.edu

Instructor contact: Students with additional questions about this course should contact the instructor directly. Email: cbishop@nctc.edu; phone: 940-498-6241; office: Cor 335.

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GOVT2305.32 - American National Government
Instructor: Richard Huckaby

Course Information: The GOVT2305 Internet course offers students another option of taking American National Government besides the traditional on-campus classroom method. This three-hour Internet course covers the same material and uses the same textbook as the on-campus course. All course work is conducted online. The course consists of regular reading assignments from the text, written graded assignments submitted online, examinations taken online, and active participation in assigned online discussion and chat groups.

Course Conduct: The online course is conducted using the ANGEL medium. Registered students will be provided an ANGEL account.

Course Orientation: Orientation for the course is online. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, reading and homework assignments, examinations, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. You must complete the orientation module during the first week of classes. If, for any reason, you are unable to complete the orientation during the first week of classes, you must contact your instructor. Failure to do so may cause you to be dropped from the course. Orientation will be available on the first day of classes through your ANGEL account. Registered students MUST CONTACT THE INSTRUCTOR by email at rhuckaby@nctc.edu prior to the beginning of classes. The student's email must contain, in the body of the message, their full name, course in which registered, and their email address. The instructor will return the student's message with information about how to access their ANGEL account and begin the course.

What you will need:

1. Access to a computer with Internet and email capability.
2. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and email.
3. Average of 4 - 6 hours per week to invest in the course. Required Textbook and software (software included with text).
4. Microsoft Word™ or W orks™ installed on your computer.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication.
2. Email access to instructor and other students.
3. Adobe Acrobat™ Reader.
4. Power Point™ Viewer.
5. Every reasonable assistance.

Questions:
Contact the instructor at 940-498-6204 (Corinth Campus) or email rhuckaby@nctc.edu (best method).

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GOVT2306.30 & .31- American, State, and Local Government
Instructor: Richard Huckaby

Course Information: The Govt. 2306 Internet course offers students another option of taking American, State, and Local Government besides the traditional on-campus classroom method. This three-hour Internet course covers the same material and uses the same textbook as the on-campus course. All course work is conducted online. The course consists of regular reading assignments from the text, written graded assignments submitted online, examinations taken online, and active participation in assigned online discussion and chat groups.

Course Conduct: The online course is conducted using the ANGEL medium. Registered students will be provided an ANGEL account.

Course Orientation: Orientation for the course is online. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, reading and homework assignments, examinations, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. You must complete the orientation module during the first week of classes. If, for any reason, you are unable to complete the orientation during the first week of classes, you must contact your instructor. Failure to do so may cause you to be dropped from the course. Orientation will be available on the first day of classes through your ANGEL account. Registered students MUST CONTACT THE INSTRUCTOR by email at rhuckaby@nctc.edu prior to the beginning of classes. The student's email should contain, in the body of the message, their full name, course in which registered, and their email address. The instructor will return the student's message with information about how to access their ANGEL account and begin the course.

What you will need:

1. Access to a computer with Internet and email capability.
2. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and email.
3. Average of 4 - 6 hours per week to invest in the course. Required Textbook and software (software included with text).
4. Microsoft™ Word or Works installed on your computer.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication.
2. Email access to instructor and other students.
3. Adobe Acrobat™ Reader.
4. Power Point™ Viewer.
5. Every reasonable assistance.

Questions:Contact the instructor at 940-498-6204 (Corinth Campus) or email rhuckaby@nctc.edu (best method).

HIST1301 - U.S. History to 1865
Instructor: Scott Harp
A syllabus, example of an internet lecture, and information regarding this course can be found at the instructor's web page.

Orientation will be mandatory. You will be dropped from the course if you fail to attend one of the orientation courses. It will be a quick overview of the course structure and its components. The session will not last more than 30-45 minutes. The dates/times are located on Mr. Harp's web page.

Questions: Contact Scott Harp at (940)668-4285 or sharp@nctc.edu

HIST1302.30 & .31– U.S. History from 1865
Instructor: Scott Harp
A syllabus, example of an internet lecture, and information regarding this course can be found at the instructor's web page.

Orientation will be mandatory. You will be dropped from the course if you fail to attend one of the orientation courses. It will be a quick overview of the course structure and its components. The session will not last more than 30-45 minutes. The dates/times are located on Mr. Harp's web page.

Questions: Contact Scott Harp at (940)668-4285 or sharp@nctc.edu

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CRIJ1301-Introduction to Criminal Justice
Instructor: Cherly Gary

Description: CRIJ1301 Introduction to Criminal Justice Internet Course offers students another option of taking a Law Enforcement class besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional class. In addition, the course is similar to the traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you communicate regularly with the instructor. You should expect to spend at least six to eight hours per week on this course reading course material, working through tutorials, and doing case problems. All quizzes and exams are administered online.

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online along with a pre-test and will be available through your ANGEL account.  Click on tutorial and then student tutorial.   You must complete the orientation module and take the orientation quiz by September 3, 2005  . Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium.


What you will need:

1. Microsoft® Word 2003 is required. (If you have a previous version of Word, contact the instructor.) If you do not have Word on your computer, you should not enroll in this course. Other word processing software will not work.
2. Textbook (see course syllabus).
3. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
4. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
5. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor’s address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are in the subject line. You will receive more course information upon receipt of your email address.
   
   Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact the instructor by calling 940-498-6238 or e-mail cgary@nctc.edu  have any questions.

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MATH1314.30 – College Algebra
Instructor: Misty Hamner

Course Description: The syllabus for this course, in terms of objectives to be learned, is the same as our traditional classroom College Algebra course. Students should expect to spend at least six hours per week on this course (viewing lectures, doing homework, studying, etc.) Grades will be based on 4 semester exams, a comprehensive final exam, and homework. These six items will all be weighted equally. Exams will be taken at the testing centers on any of NCTC’s three campuses or proctored by an accepted off campus source. The two primary vehicles through which students will access the course are ANGEL, and Thinkwell.com’s online College Algebra text.

ANGEL is the main online course communication tool used by NCTC. Upon registration in the course, the student will be given access to the course ANGEL site. The ANGEL site will provide the student with course information such as the syllabus, assignments and due dates, exam dates, etc. This is the instructor’s main vehicle of communication to the class.

Thinkwell’s College Algebra Text: The text for the course is entirely computer based i.e. there will be no hard-copy other than what students choose to print for themselves. With the purchase of this product, the student will receive CDs which contain all the video lectures for the course as well as some necessary software for linking with other functions of the product, and a registration number that will enable the student to access the online portions of the text. Upon registration at Thinkwell’s web site, students will have access to the text as customized for this particular course at NCTC i.e. only the sections we will be covering will be listed and available to students. Rather than attending classes and lectures from Prof. Hamner, students will view video lectures by Prof. Edward Burger on CD. This will be like viewing lectures from the actual author of the text. Homework assignments will be accessed, answered, and turned in, through Thinkwell.com online. Students will also have access to notes corresponding to the video lectures via Thinkwell’s website. Visit www.thinkwell.com to learn more or to purchase the text. (Text may also be purchased at an NCTC bookstore.)

Hardware/software requirements:

• PC Minimum Requirements:
  • Pentium 166 MHz processor
  • Windows(tm) 95 or NT 4.0
  • 32 MB RAM
  • Sound card

Mac Minimum Requirements:

• Power PC(tm) 120 MHz
• Mac OS 8.1
• 32 MB RAM

You should use version 4.0 or later of Internet Explorer. If necessary, you can download Acrobat Reader from Thinkwell.com. If you prefer Netscape Navigator/Communicator, please contact Thinkwell’s Technical Support at (888) 416-8880 option 3 or techsupport@thinkwell.com.

Mandatory Orientation: There will be a mandatory online orientation for this course consisting of the completion of a few important tasks (logging onto Blackboard and filling out personal information, registration at Thinkwell.com, etc.) and taking a quiz which has some general questions about the course. Students will receive a letter from the instructor at their mailing address on file with NCTC. The student may receive this same information via email by sending an email request to the instructor at the email address given below. The orientation and registration at Thinkwell.com must be completed by the end of the first week of classes or the student may be dropped from the course.

For further information or questions contact: Prof. Misty Hamner
e-mail: mhamner@nctc.edu Phone: 940-497-8016

POFI1329 – Keyboarding & Document Formatting
Instructor: Dawn Dias

Description: The POFT1329 Internet Course offers students another option of taking keyboarding besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as a traditional college keyboarding class. In addition, the course is similar to a traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and weekly lesson assignments, and you communicate weekly with the instructor to determine your overall grade. Exams may be administered on campus (consult the syllabus).

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online and will be available through your ANGEL account on the first day of classes. You must complete the orientation module and take the orientation quiz by January 20. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. For instructions on accessing the course through your ANGEL account and more information about the course, click here.

What you will need:

1. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
2. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
3. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.
4. Required textbook and software (will be bundled together).
5. Microsoft® Word 2002 or 2003
   
   What you will be provided:
6. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
7. Access to instructor’s address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course in the subject line.
   
   Contact the instructor by e-mail ddias@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

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POFI2301 – Word Processing
Instructor: Debbie Huffman

Description: The POFI2301 Internet Course offers students another option of taking Word Processing besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional class. In addition, the course is similar to the traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and regular lesson assignments, and you communicate regularly with the instructor. You should expect to spend at least six to eight hours per week on this course reading course material, working through tutorials, and doing case problems. All quizzes and exams are administered online.

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online and will be available through your ANGEL account on the first day of classes. You must complete the orientation module and take the orientation quiz by January 20. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium. For instructions on accessing the course through your ANGEL account and more information about the course, click here.


What you will need:

1. Microsoft® Word 2003 is required. (If you have a previous version of Word, contact the instructor.) If you do not have Word on your computer, you should not enroll in this course. Other word processing software will not work.
2. Textbook and SAM 2003 Assessment & Training Software (see course syllabus).
3. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
4. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
5. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.
   

What you will be provided:

1. ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor’s address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are in the subject line.
   
   You will receive more course information upon receipt of your email address.
   
   Call the instructor at 940-668-7731, ext. 4416, or e-mail dhuffman@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

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POFT1309 – Administrative Office Procedures I
Instructor: Dawn Dias
Description: The POFT1309 Internet Course offers students another option of taking Administrative Office Procedures I besides the traditional on-campus method. The 3-hour credit course covers the same content as the traditional college class. In addition, the course is similar to a traditional course in that you receive a syllabus and weekly lesson assignments. You will be expected to communicate weekly with the instructor and participate regularly in the discussion board. Exams may be administered on campus (consult the syllabus).

Orientation: Orientation for the course will be online and will be available through your ANGEL account on the first day of classes. Failure to do so will cause you to be dropped from the class. Orientation includes information on the syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instruction on how to use and navigate the ANGEL medium.

What you will need:

1. You must have access to a computer with Internet and e-mail capability (before you sign up). While it may be possible to do some of your work in the NCTC lab, it is difficult to take a distance learning course without having a computer and Internet connection at home.
2. Average level computer skills and familiarity with the Internet and e-mail.
3. About 6-8 hours per week to invest in the course.
4. Required textbook.
5. Microsoft® Word, Microsoft® Works, WordPerfect or another word processing program.

What you will be provided:

1. An ANGEL account for course communication. This account will provide the portal to all online materials.
2. Access to instructor’s e-mail address for questions. Please e-mail the instructor upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address). Be sure to include the name of the course you are enrolled in.
   
   Call the instructor at 940-668-7731, ext. 4416, or e-mail ddias@nctc.edu if you have any questions.

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SRGT1201 Medical Terminology

Instructor:  Sharon Hill

The SRGT1201 Medical Terminology course is a study of the basic structure of medical words including prefixes, suffixes, roots, combining forms, plurals, pronunciation, spelling, and the definitions of medical terms.  Emphasis is on building a professional vocabulary required for employment in the allied health care field.

Grading:
The points earned in the class will be achieved through completion of a student home page, modules/quizzes, discussion and Virtual Chat activities, three tests and a final examination all of which will be on-line.    

Orientation: 
Students are required to attend a live orientation which will be scheduled during the first week after registration.  During the semester, students must log on at least one hour per week and must participate in all assigned group activities involving Virtual Chat. 

Required Textbook:
Exploring Medical Language, 5th Edition, Marna LaFleud Brooks

Computer Requirements:

• Basic computer skills and Internet access to online course work
• 233 MHz processor minimum
• Windows 98 minimum
• Internet access
• Microsoft Word or a similar product
• An email address

Note:
Please email the instructor (shill@nctc.edu) upon enrollment in the course and provide contact information (name, phone number and email address).  Be sure to include the name of the course you are enrolled in.  An Angel (formerly Blackboard) account for the course will provide the portal to all online materials. 

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PHED1118.30-31 Jogging/Walking I
Instructor:  Angie Bullard

Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation (same as on-campus classes).

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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PHED1118.32 -  Jogging/Walking I
Instructor:  Shane Zimmerman

Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation (same as on-campus classes).

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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PHED1118.34 -  Jogging/Walking I
Instructor:  Van Hedrick

Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation (same as on-campus classes).

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation.

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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PHED1119.34 -  Jogging/Walking II
Instructor:  Van Hedrick

Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation.

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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PHED1119.36-38 -  Jogging/Walking II
Instructor:  Mark Allen

Course Description: The Jogging/Walking course is designed to improve the student’s cardiovascular endurance, which will be evaluated based upon age and sex.  Emphasis will be placed on encouraging jogging/walking as a lifetime recreational activity and to improve the health, emotional, and social status of the student.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation.

Grading: The grading policy will include Run/Walk Tests, Jogging Knowledge Test, Weekly Log and consultations with instructor.

Required Textbook: Jogging by A. Garth Fisher and Philip E. Allsen

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PHED1200.30 - Physical Fitness/Wellness
Instructor:  Angie Bullard

Course Description: This course will introduce the basic concepts of fitness, nutrition, exercise physiology, psychology, epidemiology, health promotion and disease prevention.  The students will gain knowledge to make intelligent choices that contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL, (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation (same as on-campus classes).

Grading: The points earned in the class will be achieved through chapter exams, lab assignments and quizzes.

Required Textbook: Concepts of Fitness and Wellness, Fifth Edition, 2003, by Charles B. Corbin, Ruth Lindsey, Greg Welk, and William R. Corbin

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PHED1200.31–32 - Physical Fitness/Wellness
Instructor:  Shane Zimmerman

Course Description: This course will introduce the basic concepts of fitness, nutrition, exercise physiology, psychology, epidemiology, health promotion and disease prevention.  The students will gain knowledge to make intelligent choices that contribute to a healthy lifestyle.

Orientation: All students enrolling in these classes MUST attend a one-time orientation, which includes information syllabus, schedule, homework assignments, exams, grading policy, and detailed instructions on the use of ANGEL (formerly Blackboard) medium.  The students will need to check the current NCTC Class Schedule for dates, time and place of orientation (same as for on-campus classes).

Grading: The points earned in the class will be achieved through chapter exams, lab assignments and quizzes.

Required Textbook: Concepts of Fitness and Wellness, Fifth Edition, 2003, by Charles B. Corbin, Ruth Lindsey, Greg Welk, and William R. Corbin

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