ACC/290
Instructor Policies
ACC/290
Principles of Accounting I
San Diego Campus
2/9/17 – 3/8/17
Please print a copy of this policies guide for handy reference.
Whenever there is a question about what assignments are due, please remember the syllabus is considered the ruling document.
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Facilitator Information
Louann Schloss, C.P.M., M.B.A.
[email protected] (University of Phoenix)
* 858-705-1336 (PST) Please use this phone number as the primary contact.
Facilitator Bio
Louann is a business professional with over 20 years of experience in all aspects of Finance, Accounting, Customer Service, Project and Materials Management, New Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, Logistics and Production and Inventory Control. She has extensive experience in cost development, policy/budget formulation, ERP/MRP implementations, Corporate contract negotiations and managing new product introductions.
Facilitator Availability
I am available before class, during breaks and after class. Other times are weekday evenings before 9:30 p.m. Experience has shown that most of the answers to the questions regarding assignments for this class can be found within your learning team. It is an important and often overlooked resource.
I want you to know that, should you need to contact me outside these timeframes, you should not hesitate to do so via the phone number listed above. For emergencies, when you are not able to gain access to messages in the New Classroom environment, please call me using the number listed above. In the event a third party needs to contact me, please direct them to my contact information listed under "facilitator information." No third party should use your login credentials to gain access to the classroom.
Where to Go to Class: New Classroom___
You can access New Classroom through the class title on the New eCampus Home tab. You can also access it directly by clicking on the Classroom tab at the top of the New eCampus screen. In the New Classroom environment, all discussion activities are directly integrated into the classroom or with the activities and assignments. There are no class or private forums.
Where to Submit Your Assignments
Assignment Section: Within the Assignment, click the Assignment Files tab. Click Upload File to upload your assignment file. Select the file and click Submit assignment. Read the Certificate of Originality form and type your name in the signature text box. Click Complete Submission to finalize the assignment submission process. The assignment checkmark box will show a green checkmark after your assignment has been submitted. You can gain access to your assignments through the Assignment window in the To Do section or from the Syllabus. All of the assignments are listed in the syllabus for each week. Click the All Weeks link to view all of the assignments in the course.
UoP Policies ______
For class policies please see the "Policies" link on eCampus. Faculty and students will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within that link. University policies are subject to change so please be sure to read them at the beginning of each class as it may have changed since your last class. Policies may be slightly different depending on the modality in which you attend class. If you have recently changed modalities, it is important you read the policies governing your current class modality.
Learning Teams
University of Phoenix students are expected to work effectively in teams to achieve tasks in most class environments. They must collaborate and function well in team settings as both leaders and followers. They should respect human diversity and behave in a tolerant manner toward colleagues and peers. If you experience difficulties working with your team, you are expected to resolve them within the team if possible. However, please feel free to contact me for guidance if you have concerns in this area. Group assignments are to be of equal and equitable effort of all group members. Each and every group member is subject to inquiry on any part of a group assignment. For the most part, group assignments will receive a group grade. However, I will assign a different grade for an individual if I perceive a performance/participation level above (or below) the group norm.
Forming Teams: Teams may consist of 2 to 6 members. Teams must be formed by the end of the first night’s class. At that time, please provide me with a list of names and at least one contact phone number or email address for the group. It is expected that you will actively participate with your learning team and contribute to the team discussions by: a) contributing original work that is accepted and used by the team with proof of originality; b) participating in the project from assignment organizing through meaningful final review of the team project for submission; and, c) ensuring to your team that your contributions are your original work and properly quoted, cited, and referenced.
Learning Team Assignments and Presentations: Teams must complete and submit their unified assignments as required. Any presentations must be well prepared and delivered in a concise, logical manner. Attention should be given to appropriate posture, eye contact and visual aids (when used). Provide handouts and other information as necessary.
Classroom Management Policies
It is the responsibility of the student to come to class prepared, including having read the text for that week’s workshop. To receive full points on any assignment (individual or group), it is necessary that you pull together information that takes the topic to a substantial depth. All written assignments must follow APA format guidelines. In addition, papers must be properly formatted (margins, etc.), grammatically correct and free of spelling errors. Be sure to include appropriate citations and references as required. Papers not in correct format will be subject to a 20% grade reduction. Papers will be graded on concise and succinct idea development, as well as organizational flow.
Written Assignments: All written assignments are to be typed MS Word documents, proofed for grammar and spelling errors, 12 pt. font, and doubled-spaced. Essays should be prepared in APA format. For any help on APA, click on the Center for Writing Excellence, and under “Useful Links” at the bottom of the left side, click on “APA Information.” The “Sample Paper” and “Reference and Citation Examples” documents are particularly helpful. In addition, CWE templates and Riverpoint writer are available as automated formatting tools.
Late and Individual Assignments: No late assignments will be accepted past 6 pm on the night in which the assignment is due. This policy is in place to allow in-class discussions of the assigned work due that night. Technological issues are not considered valid grounds for late assignment submission. Note: No assignment will be accepted after the final workshop. Individual assignments turned in that are not completed on an individual “original” basis will be returned to the students with no points awarded.
Classroom Decorum: Out of consideration for others, please either turn off your cell phones and pagers, or turn them to the silent mode. Laptop computers are not necessary for the in-class sessions. Therefore, regular in-class usage may result in the reduction of participation points. Please do not conduct side conversations or work on tasks other than those involving this class. To do so may also negatively impact your participation grade.
Participation and Attendance: Individual participation points will be available to you when you attend the entire class session and participate in the class. Those signing in and leaving, or those leaving at dinner break, will receive partial points if they participated in the class while there prior to leaving. Participation includes attendance, punctuality, listening to others, and your active class contribution and relevant discussion. It is highly recommended that all students participate in class discussions. Those who sit back with little or no involvement will earn lower scores. Laptop use during class discussions should be kept to a minimum. During any oral presentations no laptop usage is required, as any participation points that may be available, will be lost. Class attendance is mandatory with only one excused absence. Students absent from a workshop will lose any participation points that are available for that workshop.
Final In-Class Quiz and On-line Course Exit Exam: The Final In-Class Quiz and the On-Line UoP Exit Exam are individual work and not Learning Team assignments. The Final In-Class Quiz will not be open book/notes. There is an on-line class exit exam requirement that is on your student webpage. You are allowed one attempt to complete the exam, which is timed and must be completed in 3 hours. Results are auto graded and sent to your instructor. See the class point scale for applicable points available for this exam, as failure to take it will result in an immediate loss of 15 points.
Student End-of-Course Surveys (SEOCS): This survey is available at the end of each course you take at UoP. It is imperative that you fill this out each time as it gives you the opportunity to provide both positive and constructive feedback. All feedback forms are kept confidential. Your feedback ensures the quality of services and instruction you receive at UoP.
Technical Support
If you are unable to access New Classroom, please call 800-937-2539 or 800-473-4346 for all technical issues.
Feedback and Support Services_____
Assignment Feedback: Each week, I will provide grades or scores and comments on assignments within 7 days (University of Phoenix policy) of when they were submitted Feel free to contact me at any time if you have concerns about your points or academic standing in the class.
Campus Contacts: If you are trying to get assistance and a phone call has not been returned within two business days, please call the San Diego Campus Chair, Dr. Cecilia Williams at 858-650-4619.
Student/Writing Resources: Free Student Workshops, Labs and Seminars- For access check with your Academic Counselor or a Student Support Specialist for San Diego Campus-specific labs, special events, or seminars available locally. Also, a vast menu of free, 3 day online workshops may be accessed from eCampus under Program – Services – Student Workshops. Phoenix Career Services- Manage your career search, create resumes, showcase your work and gain access to a vast network of contacts. Phoenix Career Services gives you the tools and resources you need to take your career to the next level. Go in and explore the links! Life Resource Center- From the homepage of your student website, you may link to this Center. It can also be reached 24/7 by calling 1-866-320-2817. This Center offers a variety of services. A few examples are life/career planning, counseling, financial consultation, find child/elder care arrangements, relocation information, health/wellness services, and more. Please take advantage of these outstanding free resources!
Course Description
This course covers the fundamentals of financial accounting as well as the identification, measurement, and reporting of the financial effects of economic events on the enterprise. Financial information is examined from the perspective of effective management decision making with special emphasis on the planning and controlling responsibilities from the perspective of a practicing manager.
Course Topics & Objectives & Materials
See your student webpage in eCampus for topics, objectives and applicable course materials.
Grading Scale
95+ A 87-89 B+ 77-79 C+ 67-69 D+ < 59 F
90-94 A- 84-86 B 74-76 C 64-66 D
80-83 B- 70-73 C- 60-63 D-
