Week 16 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1. John H. Johnson Founder/Owner of Ebony and Jet Magazine said this about Success... "If you can somehow think and dream of success in small steps, every time you make a step, every time you accomplish a small goal, it gives you confidence to go on from there" Reflect on your own experiences, how can you relate this quote to your own pursuit of success? Give examples of small steps you have made that have given you confidence to pursue a larger dream of success.

Week 16 Assignments

Seminar

Homework
•Read a book for pleasure
•Connect to family and friends

Discussion Questions
1. John H. Johnson Founder/Owner of Ebony and Jet Magazine said this about Success... "If you can somehow think and dream of success in small steps, everytime you make a step, everytime you accomplish a small goal, it gives you confidence to go on from there" Reflect on your own experiences, how can you relate this quote to your own pursuit of success? Give examples of small steps you have made that have given you confidence to pursue a larger dream of success.

Journal
“1st Semester Reflection”

Think About

See
•Academic Advisor
•Upperclassmen to gain advise for upcoming semester

DO
•Plan for success for Spring 2010

Week 15 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Consider your physical, mental and sexual health, are there areas you can improve?

2. What are three things you can do over the spring break to ensure a healthy lifestyle? Post your suggestions.

Week 15 Assignments

Seminar
•Effective Strategies for Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle
•Physical and Mental Health
•Sexual Health and Relationships
•Drugs and Alcohol

Homework
Read text book for final exam.
Complete journal Questions
Complete Journal
•Find a physical activity to participate in for the spring semester

Discussion Questions
1.Consider your physical, mental and sexual health, are there areas you can improve?
2. What are three things you can do over the spring break to ensure a healthy lifestyle? Post your suggestions.

Journal
What wellness issues have you neglected?

Think About
•Your health and wellness risk factors
•Share a health care/wellness fact with a friend or family member.

See
•Mrs. Heisser to discuss personal wellness
•Nurse Johnson to discuss personal wellness
•Your dentist
•Your eye doctor
•health care provider

DO
•Continue to study for Final Exams.
•Make an appointment for a health care screen

Week 14 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Think about Stereotypes you have been exposed to, choose one Stereotype and research it’s origin. (Post your findings)

2.Discuss your idea of culture, what are the components of your culture you are most proud of? Least proud of? Why?

Week 14 Assignments

Seminar
•Exploring Diversity, Stereotypes, and Prejudices
•The Components of Culture

Homework
Read text pgs. 410-427
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Work in groups to prepare for final exam
•Seek assistance from Student Support Services

Discussion Questions
1.Think about Stereotypes you have been exposed to, choose one Stereotype and research it’s origin. (Post your findings)
2.Discuss your idea of culture, what are the components of your culture you are most proud of? Least proud of? Why?

Journal
“Do you think discrimination is a problem on Dillard’s campus?”
•Share journal entry with someone who doesn't share your cultural belief's

Think About
The culture within your ethnic group, your community, your family and your peer group

See
•Look for cultural events around city/campus.

DO
•Interview faculty/staff of another culture. Discuss similarities and differences
•Create interest groups based on shared culture
•Study with classmates

Week 13 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.What Essential Academic skills have made the most impact on your success? Share those skills.

2.What preparations are you making to prepare for Final Exams? Are there things you are doing differently from midterm?

Week 13 Assignments

Seminar
Review of Academic Skills
Evaluation of Faculty

Homework
Read text pgs. 380-407
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Develop a study plan for Final Exams

Discussion Questions
1.What Essential Academic skills have made the most impact on your success? Share those skills.
2.What preparations are you making to prepare for Final Exams? Are there things you are doing differently from midterm?

Journal
“5 academic skills that will lead to my success.”

Think About

See
•Instructors to get update on performance

DO
•Share your list with classmates
•Register for Spring 2010
•Develop study groups for each class
•Begin review for final exams.

Week 12 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Plagiarism is a serious offence with technology being so available, provided your ideas for solving this problem on Dillard University’s campus.


2.Research writing tools on the web. Write an advertisement for the product and post your findings.

Week 12 Assignments

Seminar
•Overview of the Writing Process
•Overview of Various Citation Methods and Avoiding Plagiarism
•Effective Strategies for Brainstorming
•Effective Strategies for Drafting
•Effective Strategies for Revising

Homework
Read text pgs. 380-407
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal

Discussion Questions
1.Plagiarism is a serious offence with technology being so available, provided your ideas for solving this problem on Dillard University’s campus.
2.Research writing tools on the web. Write an advertisement for the product and post your findings.

Journal
“Free write “ 1pg.
Suggested topics
•College success
•Major
•Lesson learned
•New adventures
•What's next

Think About
•Ways to improve writing for all classes.

See
“Your English instructors discuss ways to improve your writing”

DO
•Research Reference Point Software for writing assistance
•Visit the writing lab get help in a writing assignment
•Write a paper and have an upper classman critique your work

Week 11 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Using suggestions from the readings, conduct research on one or more of the following: (post your results)
•Study Abroad Programs
•Obtain an Internship
•Co-op Learning Programs


2.Which programs, would you be interested in participating in now or in the future?

Week 11 Assignments

Seminar
•Overview of Different Academic Sources of Information
•Effective Strategies for Conducting Research using Databases
•Basic Library Literacy

Homework
Read text pgs. 298-315, 352-377
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal

Discussion Questions
1.Using suggestions from the readings, conduct research on one or more of the following:
•Study Abroad Programs
•Obtain an Internship
•Co-op Learning Programs
(posy your results)
2.Which programs, would you be interested in participating in now or in the future?

Journal
How has technology affected the world and the sharing of information and Ideas?
USE RESEARCH TO VALIDATE YOUR POSITION

Think About
Using research to expand learning

See
•Mrs. Lynn-Strong to discuss undergraduate research

DO
•Research opportunities available around campus.

Week 10 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Reflect on your speech to the new freshmen, from week 8. Tell how your speech would have been different with the information from this chapter.

2.From your readings what dose the author believe about interpersonal communication? How much do you agree or disagree?

Week 10 Assignments

Seminar
•Effective Strategies to Improve Public Speaking
•Interpersonal Communication

Homework
Read text pgs. 287-298, 323-351
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Conduct research on a topic of interest to you

Discussion Questions
1.Reflect on your speech the new freshmen, from week 8. Tell how your speech would have been different with the information from this chapter.
2.From your readings what dose the author believe about interpersonal communication? How much do you agree or disagree?
•Meet classmates to discuss convocation topics

Journal
“Even the wisest mind has something yet to learn.”

Think About
See
•Your academic Advisor

DO
•Present 2-3 minute speech
•Advise for the first 6 weeks
•Meet with instructors to discuss progress

Week 9 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.After reviewing your Mid-term grades, what strategies for improving vocabulary, speed and comprehension would be helpful to ensure your success this semester. (List at least 3)

2.Make up a plan to teach/explain the SQ3R Method to a middle school student. (Post your plan)

Week 9 Assignments

Seminar
•Improving Vocabulary
•Improving Speed and Comprehension
•Effective Strategies for Finding the Topic and Main Ideas
•SQ3R

Homework
•Read pgs. 258-285
•Continue work on 2-3 minute speech for freshmen
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal

Discussion Questions
1.After reviewing your Mid-term grades, what strategies for improving vocabulary, speed and comprehension would be helpful to ensure your success this semester. (List at least 3)
2.Make up a plan to teach/explain the SQ3R Method to a middle school student. (Post your plan)

Journal
“7 week stretch”
Think About
Ways to improve your grades before finals
Summer Activities
•Work
•School
•Vacation

See
Instructors to monitor progress

DO
•Make appointment to see academic advisor
•Make a plan for winter break

Week 8 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Share your thoughts or preparedness for Mid-Term Exams.

2.Reflect on at least 2 Mid-Term Exams, what advice would you give a new freshmen about being successful on those exams.

Week 8 Assignments

Seminar
Take Home Exam

Homework
•Text pages 222-257
•Prepare 2-4 speeches on surviving the first week for new fresh-persons or interview faculty to get advice for freshmen.
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Rehearse speech with classmates

Discussion Questions
1.Share your thoughts or preparedness for Mid-Term Exams.
2.Reflect on at least 2 Mid-Term Exams, what advice would you give a new freshmen about being successful on those exams.

Journal
“Surviving the first week of college”
•Write down lessons you have learned on a list to be placed in a portfolio
Think About
What lessons you have learned in your first 8 weeks at Dillard
See
•Instructors to get a plan for completing course

DO
•Develop a study plan to complete semester
•Develop study groups

Week 6 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.What is your understanding of Bloom’s Taxonomy? How do you use the six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy in your studies?

2.What are some strategies you use or will use to prepare for test? Select at least 3 testing types to share strategies.

Week 7 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.At this point in the semester, what questions do you still have about your curriculum, major, or the advising process? List at least 3 new things you have learned about the registration process.

2.Propose an alternative to the current registration process. Provide details of your new plan.

Week 7 Assignments

Seminar
•Choosing a Major
•Knowing your Curriculum
•Overview of the Registration/Advising Process
•Protocol
•The Campus Web
•Registration Guidelines and Deadlines
•Review your curriculum with your advisors
•Make an appointment to see your advisor

Homework
Read text book pgs. 222-257
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal

Discussion Questions
1.At this point in the semester, what questions do you still have about your curriculum, major, or the advising process? List at least 3 new things you have learned about the registration process.
2.Propose an alternative to the current registration process. Provide details of your new plan.

Journal
“Where are you now?”

Think About
•Current major and your satisfaction in your choice

See
•Visit Mr. McField in Career Services to complete Career Assessment

DO
•Visit your EFF to explore the “Book of Majors”
•Make an appointment to see your advisor.
•Discuss career plans with mentor

Week 6 Assignments

Learning Outcomes
(This lesson teaches you about:)

Seminar
•Test-Taking Anxiety
•Understanding Bloom’s Taxonomy
•Discipline Specific Study Skills
•Effective Strategies to Prepare for Multiple Choice, Fill in the Blank, True/False, Short Answer, and Essay Tests
•Academic and Personal Integrity

Homework
Read text book pgs. 14-33 and 52-56
•Develop a study plan for midterm
•Complete Discussion Questions
•Complete Journal

Discussion Questions
1.What is your understanding of Bloom’s Taxonomy? How do you use the six levels of Bloom’s Taxonomy in your studies?
2.What are some strategies you use or will use to prepare for test? Select at least 3 testing types to share strategies.

Journal
“What's your study plan?”
Think About
See
•Meet with instructors who have issued an Early Alert
•Instructors for study suggestions
DO
•Attend supplemental services tutorials
•Prepare for exams midterm
•Meet with study group

Week 5 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions

1.Which method of note taking do you currently use? Compare your current method of note taking to those in the reading, which strategies can add to your note taking.

2.What are some of your barriers to active listening? What ideas from the reading can you incorporate into your active listening?

Week 5 Assignments

Learning Outcomes
(This lesson teaches you about:)

Seminar
•Becoming an Active Listener – Listening Vs. Hearing
•Effective Strategies for Note-Taking
•Effective Strategies for Improving Memory

Homework
Read pgs. 195-219
Complete Discussion Questions
Complete Journal
•Study with a classmate

Discussion Questions
1.Which method of note taking do you currently use? Compare your current method of note taking to those in the reading, which strategies can add to your note taking.
2.What are some of your barriers to active listening? What ideas from the reading can you incorporate into your active listening?

Journal
“What obstacles prevent you from listening?”
Think About
•Strategies you can use to improve your listening
See
•See instructors issuing an Early Alert
DO
•Check in weekly with all instructors
•Listen to a friend or sibling
•Use Cornell notes

QEP Gumbo Tales Assignment

QEP Topic: Communication Skills Enhancement Grounded in Critical Thinking

Theme: “Can I Text You the World”

Questions: How has social networking transformed the ways we communicate and transmit information in an increasingly global society?

ESSAY Theme Topic: Gumbo Tales provides a snapshot of both the inter-workings and nuances of New Orleans culture. The text uses food as the vehicle through which to expose and examine the New Orleans community. If one were to use social networking sites like facebook, myspace, and electronic messaging (delivered via text) to examine the culture and practices of a given community (for example, the newest class of Dillard University Students), what would they discover?

Question: Write an analytical critique of the use of any one aspect of a society (food, technology, music, etc) as an adequate tool for explaining the culture of the group. Offer the ways in which this approach would be both effective and ineffective.- (will posted on line)

Email as an attatchment (MS WORD) on or before 10 a.m. Thursday October 1, 2009:

krutherford@dillard.edu

One Book One New Orleans

Students are required to read the selection in association with the One Book One New Orleans Program. In addition to the reading students are to take part in at least one of the scheduled activities that coincide with the program. The 2009 book selection is: Gumbo Tales by Sara Roahen. Additional information and schedules of upcoming activities for One Book One New Orleans can be obtained by visiting http://www.onebookoneneworleans.com/

Meet with the author @ Dillard University

Lawless Chapel

November 5, 2009

7 p.m.

One Book One New Orleans Activity= 30 points
A. ESSAY- 20 points
B. ATTENDANCE at Meet the Author- 10 points

Week 4 Discussion Questions

Discussion Questions
1.Describe a problem or an issue you've had since being at Dillard, how did critical thinking help you find a solution?
2.Post an issue that needs solving, use critical thinking to offer 1 suggestion to solve.


See Week 4 Assignments for Journal Topic

Week 4 Assignments

Seminar
•Successful Intelligence
•Effective Strategies for Critical/Analytical Thinking
•Effective Strategies for Creative Thinking
•Effective Strategies for Practical Thinking
•Applying Successful Intelligence to Research, Problem Solving, and Decision Making

Homework
Read text book pgs. 135-163
•Study with group of classmates
•Use Cornell notes in your classes

Discussion Questions
1.Describe a problem or an issue you've had since being at Dillard, how did critical thinking help you find a solution?
2.Post an issue that needs solving, use critical thinking to offer 1 suggestion to solve problem.

Journal
“Solve a problem using the 7 step thinking skills on pg. 114”
Think About
Using critical thinking to solve both academic, and social issues.

See
•Instructors issuing you an Early Alert
•Each instructor to ensure your progress in class

DO
•Make a plan to improve grades before midterm
•Seek help from instructor
•Seek help from supplemental services
•Seek help from dept tutors

Week 3 Assignments

Seminar
•Exploration of the Relationship between Values, Goals, and Time Management
•The Difference between Short-term and Long-term goals
•Setting Realistic Goals and Following Through
•Effective Strategies for Time Management

Homework
Read text pgs. 98-134
•Study with group of classmates

Discussion Questions
1.Consider your short term goal to have a successful semester, learning style and 168 hours per week. Use the information to revise your study plan from Week 1 (Post Plan)
2.What activities, organizations or hobbies you are currently or would like to be involved in? How will you organize your time to accommodate those activities.

Journal
Week 3 Journal “ 1668 hours: How do I spend my time”
•Keep a journal of how you spend each of the 168 hour for a week. Evaluate/determine what changes need to be made.

Think About
Long term goals (5 year plan)
Short term goals (1 semester plan)
•Write your goals
•Write a plan to assist on attaining those goals

See
•Mr. McField in Career Development to discuss long-term goals.
•Mrs. Heisser to discuss
Following through on goals.

DO

Week 3 Discussion Questions

1.Consider your short term goal to have a successful semester, learning style and 168 hours per week. Use the information to revise your study plan from Week 1 (Post Plan)

2.What activities, organizations or hobbies you are currently or would like to be involved in? How will you organize your time to accommodate those activities.

See Week 3 asssignments for Journal Topic.

Week 2 Discussion Questions

1.What questions do you still have about the student handbook, catalog policies, or procedures?


2.What advice from a Dillard graduate or an upper classman do you predict will be the most helpful to your success?


3.Share your thoughts about what you believe you will contribute to the Dillard legacy.

Week 1 Discussion Questions

1.What was your motivation in your selection to attend a HBCU?

2.After determining your learning style, what fallacies or consistencies did you notice? Post your findings.

3.Develop a study plan based on your learning style. Posted 3 suggested activities for your style.