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110.00   Course Outline/Syllabus

120.00   Course Expectations

130.00   Personal Information About Students

140.00   Office Hours

150.00   Absence from Class

160.00   Grading

110.00 COURSE OUTLINE/SYLLABUS.

The general content of a course or academic program must be described with reasonable accuracy in catalogs and other written documents available to students. Instructors must state, in writing or by electronic means, the course content and objectives. This material must be given (or otherwise made available) to the students at the first or second class meeting.

120.00 COURSE EXPECTATIONS.

A.  CLASSROOM BEHAVIOR.

Instructors may establish additional reasonable rules for classroom behavior and must articulate such rules as part of the other course materials provided to the students.  In absence of any such written expectations outlined in Section 310.00 A-F, and Section 610.00 shall apply.

B.  COLLABORATION AMONG STUDENTS.

Unless otherwise specified, students may not collaborate on graded material.  Instructors are encouraged to provide collaborative learning opportunities but must state, in writing or by electronic means, the limits of assistance permitted between and among students in a course assignment or academic evaluation.

C.  INSTRUCTION RESPONSIBILITIES.

Unless otherwise state, students are expected to be prompt and regular in attending classes, turning in assignments on time and in taking exams when scheduled.  Instructors may establish additional rules for attendance and make-up exams and must articulate these clearly in writing.  Instructors must be prompt in meeting their scheduled classes, be available for appointments with students at designated times, be well prepared for classes, and be fair and prompt in grading class assignments and tests. The scheduled final examination period must be used for final examinations in the class or other instruction.

130.00 PERSONAL INFORMATION ABOUT STUDENTS.

Factors such as race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, political beliefs or personal relationships, must not be considered in matters of academic evaluation, academic assignments, or classroom procedures. If an instructor learns personal information about the student (religious and political views, sexual orientation, etc.) during the progress of the course, he or she must not share such information with other students nor should such knowledge influence the evaluation of the student.  Additionally,  all university employees-including faculty, instructors and staff-must abide by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA).  This Act affords students certain rights with respect to their education records.

140.00 OFFICE HOURS.

Instructors are required to make time available for student conferences preferably through regularly scheduled office hours.  Office hours should be convenient to both students and the instructor with the opportunity provided for prearranged appointments.  Available office hours should be communicated to students.

150.00  ABSENCE FROM CLASS.

Instructors are required to meet their classes regularly and at scheduled times. In case of illness or emergency, the department should be notified and arrangements should be made to have another staff member instruct the class or promptly notify students of cancellation. Classes may not be canceled for the convenience of the instructor.  When an instructor knows in advance that he or she will miss a class, arrangements must be made to have the work of the class continue, either by arranging for a substitute instructor, by scheduling an examination for that day, or by providing some alternate work assignment for the students.

160.00 GRADING

Instructors must specify in writing, preferably as part of the syllabus, the specific grading policies for the class. Grading is the prerogative and responsibility of the instructor. Instructors are responsible for the assignment of the final course grade. The assigned grade must reflect the performance of the student in the course commensurate with the content and objectives of the course. If a student questions his or her grade, the instructor has a responsibility to discuss the matter with the student. If the instructor cannot satisfactorily resolve the matter, the student must be advised of the grievance procedures, copies of which are available electronically online at http://www2.montana.edu/policy/student_conduct/cg500.html or in writing from the Office of the Provost or the Dean of Students.

Should a grievance be filed, the instructor will provide such assistance as necessary to process the grievance. Graded examinations, papers, and other sources of evaluation are to be available to the student for inspection and discussion.  If the instructor chooses ultimately to retain these materials, they must be kept for a period of one year.   If graded materials become the property of the student, then uncollected materials must be kept for one semester.  Adjunct and part-time instructors should arrange for storage with the department in their absence. Examinations, papers and other sources of evaluation should be graded promptly to make the results a part of the student's learning experience. The grade records will be retained for at least one year to provide the opportunity for review and resolution of grade disputes.

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