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Tips for Success in Classroom
by
Ghazala Khan International Student Advisor
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Welcome & Introduction
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1. Academic Advising
2. Classroom Tips
3. Campus Resources
4. Academic Relationships
5. Teaching Perspectives
6. Academic Honesty & Plagiarism
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Agenda
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“The process of determining which classes you must take, and which classes you will want to take in order to graduate with a given degree.”
Graduation Requirements
• University Requirements
• College Major/Minor Requirements
• Electives
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Academic Advising
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What should I keep in mind when I see my advisor?
•University requirements
•College major/minor requirements, Prerequisite
•Schedule of classes, location
•Preferred : days and times, learning styles, instructors (see www.allmsu.com)
•No overlapping of classes, Course balance
•Graduate level: research course with content course
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Academic Advising
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• Be in constant touch with your advisor
• Undergraduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/
• Graduate Students: http://www.msu.edu/user/gradschl/all/diralpha.htm
• Academic Advising Webpage: http://www.msu.edu/dept/uud/advising.html
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Academic Advising
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Importance of the SyllabusYour guide & class contract including:
Contact information for professor & T.A.
Office hours
Required readings & assignments
Evaluation/Grading
Class policies
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Classroom Tips
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The Importance of Classroom Discussion
• Extra grade points for class participation
• Express your ideas and opinions
• Share ideas; debate/arguments less common
• Questions reflect interest and understanding
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Classroom Tips
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• Library
• English Language Center
• Writing Center at Bessey Hall
• Tutoring Labs
• Computer Labs
• Printing & e-tokens
• STUINFO (check bill, grades)
103 International Center www.isp.msu.edu/oiss [email protected] (517)353-1720
Campus Resources--Academic
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Student Academic Affairs (UUD)• Academic progress monitored• Advising about major preferences
Admissions• Evaluation • Transfer credits
Associated Students of MSU (ASMSU) • Student Government• $100 dollar loans, cheap copies, and free legal services
Graduate Employees Union (GEU & COGS)• Labor Union for graduate students• Fair wage, decent health care, safe working conditions, and a
workplace free from discrimination
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Campus Resources--Student
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• Less hierarchical relationships between professors and students
• Contact during office hours
• Contact by e-mail or on ANGEL
• Service is part of university mission
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Academic Relationships
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Transmittal
• “The sage on the stage”
• Instructor presents information
• Students memorize/reproduce information
• Evaluation is straightforward
• Common historically & internationally
• Economical
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Teaching Perspectives
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Developmental
• Student centered
• Instructor determines main topic
• Students discuss/share ideas in class
• Emphasis is on how student develops argument while pursuing personal interest
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Teaching Perspectives
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Developmental Examples
Assignment:
Compare and contrast two educational systems
Or
Foreign language education at the high-school level in Australia and Japan
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Teaching Perspectives
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Developmental Evaluation
• OrganizationClear thesis statement, its support, conclusion
• Logical argument (not emotional!)
• Cited facts
• Cited opinions and quotations
• References
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Teaching Perspectives
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• Academic integrity
• Working and learning in a group
• Written work or assignments have to be authentic
• Resources should be cited according to academic standards
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Academic Honesty & Plagiarism
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Examples of Academic Dishonesty
• Copying information from the web
• Working together on an assignment, but submitting the work as a solo effort
• Copying directly from a peer
• Having someone else do your homework or assignment
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Academic Honesty & Plagiarism
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Consequences of Academic Dishonesty
If you do not make a clear distinction between your own work and that of others, you may face…
• Serious disciplinary action
• Formal hearing and dismissal from school
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Academic Honesty & Plagiarism
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Questions and Answers
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Q & A’s
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Thank you for taking the time to attend this session.
Good Luck!
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Conclusion