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SYLLABUS
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NUR 1823 -LEADERSHIP IN NURSINGONLINE 1 CREDIT HOUR

CATALOG COURSE DESCRIPTION PREREQUISITE (S): NUR 1110 NUR 1060C NUR 1022C NUR 1140 Nursing Concepts Health Assessment Across the Life Span Nursing Techniques Pharmacology and Nutrition in Health and Illness

COREQUISITE(S): CREDIT HOURS:

NUR 1210C Adult Health Nursing I NUR 1524C Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing 1 (online)

This course will assist the student nurse in the development of leadership and management skills. Emphasis will be placed on delegation and supervision, conflict resolution and quality management. Opportunity will be provided for implementation of these skills through discussion of topics, articles, scenarios and case study analysis. INSTRUCTORS Summer 2011 Instructor Joan Boyd Marguerite Richards Instructor Contact Information Joboyd @fscj.edu 766-6506 Majones @fscj.edu 412-3919

IMPORTANT DATES TERM/SESSION: Course start and end date: Course end date: Withdrawal deadline: Summer A8 May 9, 2011 July 3, 2011 , 2011

For more information on course start and end dates, payment, drop and withdrawal deadlines, go to: http://www.fscj.edu/mydegree/Class%20Schedules/fscj-class-schedules-registration-fall2010.html

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Whitehead, D. K., Weiss, S. A., & Tappen, R. M., (2010). Essentials of Nursing Leadership and Management, (5th Ed.), Philadelphia, PA: FA Davis. END OF COURSE OBJECTIVES Upon completion of this course, the student will in his or her own words: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Explain leadership styles and attributes of an effective manager. Explain changes in health care delivery and the effect this has on the nurse. Summarize the roles of the nurse on the inter-disciplinary health care team. Explain the responsibilities of the nurse in the delegation process. Explain conflict resolution. Explain the purposes of quality improvement versus risk management. Compare and contrast reimbursement methods in health care.

ONLINE DELIVERY SYSTEM (COURSE PLATFORM) This course is delivered in the Blackboard online course platform. TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS 4868/66-mhZ PROCESSOR OR HIGHER AND 56KBS Minimum internet connection. The college can provide you with Internet access (no ISP needed). You may choose to use your own ISP; however, the Colleges ISP services are free to enrolled students. Please use the following checklist to determine your computer readiness. You should own or have access to: a. Computer with personal access to the Internet) e.g. computer with a modem or cable modem connection). b. FSCJ e-mail account c. Web-browser software at least Internet Explorer 4.5 or Netscape 4.7 d. Windows 98 operating system or higher (or MAC OS 9 or higher) e. Virus-checking software f. Plug-ins including Acrobat Reader and Flash Player g. Power Point Viewer (free download available from
http://www.distancelearning.org/helpdesk/studentlinks.html)

h. Additional hardware including speakers

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If you have difficulty with the technological functioning of the course, please contact the Learner support Center (NorthHelpDesk@fscj.edu) or (904) 766-5551. ACCESSIBILITY This course has been designed to meet the requirements contained in the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508. If you require specific accommodations to complete this course, notify your instructor. FSCJ students should also contact Services for Students with Disabilities at www.fscj.edu/resources/disabilities/index.html. LEARNING COMMUNITIES People learn through interactions with each other, with the instructor and with written, auditory and visual learning materials. To facilitate interactive learning among learners and between learners and faculty, a major goal of this course is to encourage the development of a learning communityi.e., help learners and faculty get to know and better understand each other; hence the brief written biography introducing himself/herself (photo recommended but optional) during the first week of class. Review Syllabus: After you have reviewed the syllabus, Completion of the week one discussion board will act as acceptance of review of syllabus. If you have not logged into the course and completed this assignment by the NA (non-attendance) deadline, you may be dropped from the course for non-attendance. Discussion Board: One of the recognized disadvantages of online courses is that the faculty and students do not meet each other face to face as in normal social or classroom situations. In an effort to help you establish a study partner or group, we are asking you to meet every week online. Under "Week 1 Learning Communities", please start a new thread and discuss some interests that you have in common with other students. Completion of this task will also indicate that you have read and agree to the course policies. DISCUSSION Active participation is strongly encouraged as learners who participate in discussions are likely to experience a higher level of learning and retention of the information contained in the course. Discussions with other learners and the instructor should be addressed in a manner appropriate to polite interactions. Keep in mind there may not be only one right answer. Feel free to express your opinions. Please be aware that you are expected to write at a college level using correct grammar, spelling and punctuation. So take your time and think your responses through before recording them. At the beginning of the semester you will be assigned to Group A or Group B and the Discussion Board questions will be split up into two groups. After you have completed the online presentations and self-check questions, then go to Discussion Board and post your own answer to your assigned question. Each person should post their own answer under the assigned question for their group. An appropriate response would contain at least 50

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words. You should include one direct quote and cite the source in APA format related to the leadership concepts you are discussing. You should also cite sources for ideas that you have paraphrased, but not used word-for-word. Include the source in APA format at the bottom of the post. The rest should be in your own words (no slang or jargon). Then read the responses of classmates in both groups. You should reply to at least one other persons post in the other group. Your reply should discuss the subject and give reasons or examples that relate to the leadership concepts in that unit not merely agree or disagree. Your substantive reply should reference the source for your comments in APA format. Your grade in the discussions will be based upon the thoroughness, accuracy and insightfulness of your response, your use of proper grammar, punctuation and spelling, and appropriate citation in APA format. Your threads and responses must be posted within the week of the assigned unit in order to earn points (no exceptions). There are 6 discussions @ 30 points per unit with 20 points for your own answer and 10 for reply. Points may be deducted for incorrect or missing APA format, as well as multiple misspellings, improper grammar and/or improper or lack of punctuation. Examples of a discussion question and answers: Question: What leadership style was the manager using in the scenario? Answer: Mr. Johns was using the behavioral theory of democratic leadership, which is also called participative and is ...characterized by guidance from the leader rather than control by the leader (Whitehead, Weiss, & Tappen, 2010, p. 6). An example of how Mr. Johns used democratic leadership was when he asked his employees to meet with him to discuss the process and suggest ideas on how to improve it. In my experience, this style is typically used by nursing managers in hospitals. It is effective because it encourages everyone to participate and helps them feel like they had some input into the decisions that were made. Reply: I agree that Mr. Johns demonstrated democratic leadership style because he asked for input from his followers, yet he still made the final decision (Whitehead, Weiss, & Tappen, 2010). A supervisor I worked for once also used democratic style when he asked us what we thought we could do to improve customer service. We came up with some creative ideas that our boss let us try and they actually worked! APA tips on citations (refer to APA manual for complete description) Direct quotations: In the above paragraph Answer, there is an example of a direct quote. If the quote is from more than one page, then it should be written this way: (Whitehead, Weiss, & Tappen, 2010, pp. 6-7). More than one quote from same source: If you repeatedly cite the same source with more than two authors, then all three authors should be listed the first time as above.

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After the first time, write it this way: (Whitehead, et al., 2010, p. ____). Note the spaces, periods, and commas. Paraphrased ideas: In the above paragraph Reply, there is an example of how to cite the source of an idea that was taken from another source and paraphrased. Quotation marks and page numbers are not necessary since a sentence wasnt taken word-forword. But you must give credit to the source. If no author, use first few words of the title followed by the year. If no year or no page number is available for sources on the internet, use n.d. (to indicate no date) and n.p. (to indicate no page). ASSESSMENTS / ASSIGNMENTS It is very important that you allot some time every week to study and keep up with the schedule because there are specific due dates for each assignment and penalties for late completion. Students will complete all assignments as outlined by the faculty. Faculty will share the criteria for completion and evaluation of written assignments. The instructor will designate dates for completion of written assignments. Written assignments may not be redone for a better grade. All written work submitted for nursing courses (including exit prescriptions and online discussions) must demonstrate college-level writing style using proper spelling, grammar and punctuation. All written work must be the work of the student, stated in the students own words, except when short segments are properly quoted in APA format. All sources must be documented. Plagiarism is a form of cheating (see college policies: updated to correct site http://floridastatecollegecatalog.fscj.edu/content.php? catoid=18&navoid=2288&hl=&returnto=search 1. Reading Assignments Each unit will have unit objectives and reading assignments from the course textbook, which are listed in the syllabus and on Blackboard under Assignments. The reading assignments should be done before or while viewing the online presentations and reread as often as necessary. One unit should be done each week (see time frames and grading deadlines under Calendar of Activities/Schedule of Due Dates later in this syllabus.). 2. Online Presentations and Self-check Questions During each week as outlined above, go to Blackboard under Presentations and read the online summaries of the chapters and complete the self-check questions. This will help prepare you for the tests. You may refer back to the reading assignment and repeat the self-check questions as often as necessary. The instructor will be able to monitor the time you are spending on Blackboard and when you have completed each

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unit. Click on the box Mark Reviewed to mark it as reviewed after you complete each unit. For additional practice, go to the textbook's website www.davisplus.fadavis.com, search for Whitehead" and look at the case studies, activities, quizzes, and practice questions. http://davisplus.fadavis.com/landing_page.cfm?publication_id=2638 3. Online Discussions of scenarios and case studies with critical thinking questions See Discussion section in this document. 4. Leadership Profile Report Use your textbook and online resources to research a profile on a celebrated nursing leader, living or deceased, local, national, or international. Some suggestions for sources are available in Blackboard in this course under Assignments or External Links. Using the information from the research readings, write a paper (approximately 4-6 pages not counting title page or references) that explores the objectives listed in the rubric criteria, using APA format. An abstract is not necessary. Cite at least three references, easily retrievable by the professor, in APA format at the end of the report. They can be textbooks, professional journals, online databases, and websites sponsored by professional organizations (not Wikipedia, blogs, etc..) The grade will be derived from the comprehensiveness, pertinence, weight of the each objective in the rubric, and adherence to proper grammar, spelling and punctuation of collegiate level writing. When completed, attach the file under Assignments section of Blackboard by the assigned date. Your paper will be evaluated by Turn-it-in or Safe Assign for plagerism. 5. Online Tests Department of Nursing policy states you must achieve an average of 80 percent (640 pts) on all test to pass this course. After you have achieved this 80 percent average then other course work( discusstion boards, paper, etc) will be added to your grade. Your total pionts must also equal 800 or 80 percent There is one online test for each unit, and it may only be taken one time. Online tests must be taken during the assigned week and completed by the due date and time established by the faculty. You will have 30 minutes to complete each test. Failure to complete the online test in the required time limit will result in a penalty of 10 points for each full minute over the time limit as logged by the computer, so watch your time. Failure to complete the online test during the required 7 day time frame without prior approval of the faculty will result in a grade of zero (0). Absences from testing or requests to take a test at an unscheduled time must be approved by the faculty member before the scheduled testing time. Documentation validating the reason for taking the test at another time must be provided if requested. Students will be allowed to make up approved testing at the discretion of the faculty member and during those times designated by the faculty member. All make-up tests

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must be taken prior to the next scheduled class or test day, depending on course schedule as approved by faculty. Tests must be taken in sequence. The alternative test may be administered in a format other than multiple choice (ex. Fill in the blank, essay, etc.). Any delayed testing will be in an essay/short answer format. An incomplete or failing grade may result from testing absences or extended test times. In the event a course is failed, the student will be exited from the course or the program in accordance with the Nursing department policies as found in the student handbook. 6. Evolve Online Case Studies (formerly called HESI Case Studies). These case studies are written at the application level like NCLEX and are highly recommended. Twenty points will be given for completing two Evolve Apply Online Case Studies from the MANAGEMENT section with score of at least 90% by the deadline set by the instructor (10 points per case study). Multiple attempts allowed . Log into the Evolve course that you used in first semester at http://evolve.elsevier.com/student and log in at the upper right hand part of the page. Under Courses, select Case Studies. Management of a Medical Unit Management of a Pediatric Unit Management of an Oncology Unit Management of a Skilled Care Unit Management of a Surgical Unit The Emergent Care Clinic GRADING Any work that is not submitted as requested can result in a grade of Incomplete -I. Any student receiving an I cannot progress to any other nursing course until the I is removed. Students will complete all assignments as outlined by the faculty. Criteria for completion and evaluation of written assignments are located in the supplemental materials. The dates for completion of written assignments are located in the grid below. Written assignments may not be redone for a better grade. ITEM Tests (125 points per unit) Leadership Profile Report Self-Check Questions (10 pts per unit) Group Discussion (6 discussions @ 15 points per unit, POINTS 750 90 60 90 WEIGHT 75% 9% 6% 9%

Florida State College at Jacksonville 10 for new thread and 5 for reply) Evolve Apply Online Case Studies (5 points per case study, 10 pts max) TOTAL POINTS

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10 1000

2%

Students must achieve 80% (640 points) on test to pass the course. Then other course work is added in. The grading scale in the ADN nursing program is: A 930-1000 points 93-100% B 860-929 points 86-92% C 800-859 points 80-85% F 0 799 points 79% or below Penalties: A penalty will be assessed for late assignments (10 points for each day late; after 5 days late the grade will be 0). All assignments must be completed satisfactorily by the last date of the course. IMPORTANT COLLEGE DATES Please find important college calendar dates such as: Late registration, Add/drop period, First day of class, Final date to withdraw, Holidays, Last day of classes, etc. by accessing this website www.fscj.edu/current/calendar/index.html. CALENDAR OF ACTIVITIES/ SCHEDULE OF DUE DATES Class weeks begin: Monday 12:01 am Class week end: Sunday 11:55 pm (except for school holidays, check due date below.)
Dates WEEKS Assignments Online Presentations, Self Checks & Discussion Tests

May 9-15

Week 1

May 16-22 May 23-29 May 30-June 5 June 6-12 June 13-19 June 20-26

Week 2 Week 3 Week 4 Week 5 Week 6 Week 7

- Review Syllabus - Discussion - Read Unit I Due by May15 - Read Unit II Due by May 22 - Read Unit III Due by May 29 - Read Unit IV Due by June5 - Read Unit V Due by June 12 Leadership Profile Reports Due by June 19 Read Unit VI Due by June 26

Unit I Due by May 15 Unit II Due by May 22 Unit III Due by May 29 Unit IV Due by June5 Unit V Due by June12

Unit I Due by May 15 Unit II Due by May 22 Unit III Due by May 29 Unit IV Due by June5 Unit V Due by June12

Unit VI Due by June26

Unit VI Due by June 26

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Due date: Wed. June 30 - Evolve Case Studies -Course Evaluation

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UNIT OBJECTIVES AND READING ASSIGNMENTS UNIT I: LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT IN NURSING Rationale Leading and managing are integral parts of professional nursing practice at every level. This unit will give the student an understanding of how leading and managing influence effectiveness of both client care and organizational outcomes. It will also give the student knowledge to assist in developing their leadership and manager skills. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. Explain the difference between nursing leadership and nursing management. 2. Discuss power and authority as related to leadership and management. 3. Describe functions of management. 4. Identify the responsibilities/roles of the nurse manager. 5. Describe ways nurses can maximize their power and increase their feelings of empowerment. Reading Assignment Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 5, pp. 64-69 UNIT II: COMMUNICATION Rationale Effective communication is of major importance to the nursing profession. Nurses communicate both verbally and non-verbally in a variety of settings. Exploring communication techniques is addressed in this unit of study. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. 2. 3. 4. Discuss components of effective communication and potential barriers to communication. Describe factors influencing written communication. Explore the impact of cultural diversity in communicating with others. Differentiate between assertiveness and aggressiveness.

Reading Assignment Chapter 3, pages 28-31 Chapter 6 Chapter 12, pages 190-193

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UNIT III: CHANGE AND CONFLICT Rationale A core concept of nursing leadership is to influence decisions and manage change affecting the practice of nursing within an organization. Nurses at all levels must be aware of methods and techniques appropriate in making changes and managing conflict. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. Differentiate between macro and micro change. 2. Identify the stages of change. 3. Cite examples of common conflicts in nursing. 4. Differentiate between the process of conflict resolution and negotiation. 5. Discuss the steps in problem resolution. 6. Describe the process of negotiation. 7. Define conflict. 8. Identify factors that may generate conflict 9. Discuss tips for discussion in the resolution of conflict. 10. Role-play an example of conflict resolution. Reading Assignment Chapter 7 Chapter 8 UNIT IV: DELEGATION AND SUPERVISION Rationale Delegation is required in every day care of clients. This unit will assist the student nurse to identify the process of effective delegation and the legal ramifications of the process. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Differentiate between assigning, delegating, and supervising. Discuss the role of the nursing process in delegation. Explain boundaries for safe delegation practice. List tasks specific by the ANA that the RN may not delegate. Discuss barriers to delegation. Describe the role of the Nurse Practice Act in delegation. Explain the four models of care delivery

Reading Assignment Chapter 9 and Appendix 3

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UNIT V: MODELS OF QUALITY Rationale The delivery of nursing care is influenced by various factors including the health care setting and clients classification system, as well as staffing and organizational needs. The health care team has methods of tracking outcomes to evaluate and ensure quality care. It is prudent that the nurse understands the relationship of these entities and how effective nursing care delivery is impacted. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. Analyze historical, social, political, and economic trends affecting the nursing profession and the health-care delivery system. 2. State the purpose of critical pathways. 3. Explain the importance of quality improvement for the nurse, patient, organization, and health-care delivery system. 4. Describe how the process of quality improvement works at the unit level. 5. Discuss the role of the nurse in risk management. 6. Examine factors contributing to medical errors and evidence-based methods for the prevention of medical errors. Reading Assignment Chapter 10 UNIT VI: MANAGING TIME/ PRIORITIZATION Rationale Within the complex health care field nurses are constantly expected to utilize all resources in the delivery of efficient client care. It is essential for the nurse to develop strategies to maximize their time, a vital resource, in the provision of client care. Upon completion of this topic, the student will, in his or her own words: 1. 2. 3. 4. Discuss the role of planning and organizing in time management. Identify the importance of scheduling, listing, and setting limits in planning care. Discuss methods of streamlining work. Identify sources of stress for Graduate Nurses and how to handle stressors.

Reading Assignment Chapter 11 Chapter 12, pp. 187-188 Chapter 13 Appendix 3

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LEADERSHIP PROFILE REPORT Instructions and Criteria for Grading Revised June, 2010 Student Name: _______________________________ Nursing Leader: ______________________________ Date: ____________________ Grade: ___________________

Use your textbook and online resources to research a profile on a celebrated nursing leader, living or deceased, local, national, or international. Some suggestions for sources are available in Blackboard in this course. Using the information from the research readings, write a paper (approximately 4-6 pages not counting title page or references) that explores the objectives listed in the rubric criteria, using APA format. An abstract is not necessary. The grade will be derived from the degree of comprehensiveness, relevance, application of course content, weight of the each objective in the rubric, and adherence to proper grammar, spelling and punctuation of collegiate - level writing. Attach the file under Assignments section of Blackboard by the assigned date. Your paper will be evaluated by Turn-it-in or Safe Assign for plagerism.

Criteria Rubric 1 Biography 15 points

Exceptional (90% of the points or above) 13-15 points 1.1 Describe his/her biography to include but not limited to full name, years born and died, positions or jobs held, affiliated facilities or organizations, and years served (cite sources). 1.2 Summarize the major accomplishments or contributions he/she performed as a celebrated nursing leader. 13-15 points 2.1 Compare this leaders leadership or management style to two of the concepts studied in this course (theories, qualities, or behaviors) and cite the sources appropriately. 2.2 Give at least two examples of activities (one per concept) that this leader did that support your comparison. 13-15 points 3.1 Describe the methods this leader used to communicate and relate them to the principles of effective communication studied in this course (cite sources). 3.2 Include one situation about positive or negative feedback he/she received. If you cant find specific examples in literature, then make deductions of how

Average
(70-89% of points)

7-12 points Meets both criteria objectives partially (1.1 and 1.2)

Below Average (< 70% of points) 6 or less Does not meet one or both criteria objectives (1.1 and 1.2)

2 Leadership style 15 points

7-12 points Meets both criteria objectives partially

6 or less Does not meet one or both criteria objectives

3 Communication 15 points

7-12 points Meets both criteria objectives partially

6 or less Does not meet one or both criteria objectives

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Exceptional (90% of the points or above) he/she communicated and presumptions of type of feedback he or she received. 13-15 points 4.1 Describe one instance when this nurse leader met with conflict and who opposed him or her (cite source). 4.2 Describe some of the barriers to change he/she encountered and what actions or methods he/she used (or would use) to resolve the conflict (cite source). 4.3 Relate his/her actions/methods to a type of conflict resolution and/or change theory and cite the source. 13-15 points 5.1 Explain why this nurse leader is a positive role model for you as you prepare to enter the profession. 5.2 Explain how you will use these qualities when you are a nurse. 15 points 6.1 Use good English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and sentence structure with thoughts organized into paragraphs in the same order as the criteria. 6.2 APA format for paper: Include title page, running head, page numbers, double spaced, font size 12, and centered headings for each section. 6.3 References: List at least three references in APA format and cite sources in the body of the paper appropriately. They can be textbooks, professional journals, online databases, and websites sponsored by professional organizations (not Wikipedia, blogs, etc.)

Below Average (< 70% of points)

4 Conflict 15 points

7-12 points Meets all three criteria objectives partially.

6 or less Does not meet one or more criteria objectives

5 Role Model 15 points 6 APA Format 15 points

7-12 points Meets both criteria objectives partially 10 points Meets all three criteria objectives partially

6 or less Does not meet one or both criteria objectives 5 or less Does not meet one or both criteria objectives

Total 90

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1. How long will I have to wait for a response from the instructor to my e-mail? Faculty responds to e-mails within 48 hours. 2. What is proper e-mail etiquette? E-mail to other learners and the instructor needs to be addressed in a manner appropriate to polite interactions. 3. What will help me succeed in this course? Strong discipline and desire to succeed. Youll need to log in to class often during the typical week, motivating yourself to meet the requirements for success. Ability to work well independently. Youll develop the support of fellow learners all taking the same coursework together, but it will be different than a typical classroom environment. If you work well independently, your chance of success is higher. Computer savvy. If youre not familiar with the Internet and e-mail communication, we recommend that you take a computer enrichment class prior to enrolling in this course. Faculty assumes you know how to access and send data on the Internet.

4. What is an FN grade? This grade is awarded to students who do not meet the attendance requirement of a course. 5. What are I grades and when are they used? An I grade may be assigned at the instructors discretion upon request by the student to permit the student time to complete required course work, which he/she was prevented from completing in a timely way due to non-academic reasons. The instructor may require the student to document the request to assist in the decision. The instructor may choose not to grant the request. The I grade should be considered only when the student has the potential to earn a passing grade if the missing work is made up. The instructor shall prescribe in a written agreement with the student the remaining course work required for completion and removal of the I grade. A copy of this agreement will be kept on file in the office of the appropriate dean. All work must be completed within the first eight weeks of the subsequent term, unless the instructor agrees to a longer timeframe extension of time (not to exceed one year). When the work is completed, the instructor will submit a grade change form with the grade earned. If the work is not completed within the prescribed timeframe, the I will automatically change to an F grade. The student will be informed of the final grade assigned. To be eligible for an I grade, the student must be passing the course at the time of the request, and must have completed at least 75 percent of the course work.

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Consistent with The Code of Ethics of the Education Profession in Florida, 6B-1.06, Principles of Professional conduct for the Education Profession in Florida, an obligation to the learner requires that an individual shall not harass or discriminate against any learner on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, handicapping condition, sexual orientation, or social and family background and shall make reasonable effort to assure that each learner is protected from harassment or discrimination. 7. What about academic dishonesty? Academic dishonesty, in any form, is expressly prohibited by the rules of the District Board of Trustees of Florida State College at Jacksonville. Academic dishonesty incorporates the following: a. Cheating which is defined as the giving or taking of any information or material with the intent of wrongfully aiding oneself or another in academic work considered in the determination of a course grade. b. Plagiarism which is defined as the act of stealing or passing off as ones own work the words, ideas, or conclusions of another as if the work submitted were the product of ones own thinking rather than an idea or product derived from another source. In this regard, FSCJ students and faculty College-wide have access to the use of Turnitin online software, used to detect plagiarism in essays and reports. c. Any other form of inappropriate behavior which may include but is not limited to: falsifying records or data; lying; unauthorized copying, tampering, abusing or otherwise unethically using a computer or other stored information; and, any other act of misconduct which may reasonably be deemed to be a part of this heading. Any student alleged to have committed any act of academic dishonesty as defined herein, shall be entitled to due process as defined in District Board of Trustees Rule 6Hx7-2. 8. May I repeat this course? Learners repeat a course in an attempt to improve a grade previously earned. State Board Rule 6A-14.0301 limits such attempts to courses where a D, F, or FN grade was earned. A learner has only three total attempts in any course, including the original grade, repeat grades and withdrawals. Upon the third attempt in a course, the learner must be given an A, B, C, D or F. When students repeat a course at Florida State College, only the last grade earned is calculated in their cumulative grade point average (GPA). However, students with an excessive number of W or FN grades and students who repeat courses to improve their GPA may jeopardize their admission to programs in the Florida State University System (SUS) or other institutions.