Classroom Orientation Mr Dennis G Relojo MP Centro

Classroom Orientation Mr. Dennis G. Relojo, MP Centro Escolar University Department of Psychology

Introduction § We will spend five months together and it is my hope that we will have a harmonious relationship. § I am not stiff or rigid. I just want structure. Centro Escolar University 2

Expectation Students should develop the following: § Communication Skills § Discipline § Hard work § Critical Thinking § Initiative Centro Escolar University 3

Communication Protocol § Always identify yourself and your section whenever you send SMS/call. § Observe common courtesy. § Don’t expect a response on your SMS. If it’s urgent then make a phone call. § Announcements will be sent through class the president. Centro Escolar University 4

Classroom Etiquette § The standard class period at CEU is 60 minutes. Please do not start putting books away, closing up notebooks, and zipping bags 5 minutes before the official end of class. I know when to dismiss you. § Extend the same courtesy to other instructors. § Eating is not allowed. Centro Escolar University 5

Attendance § Attendance is required. § A student should not incur unexcused absence of more than 20% of the required 54 hours in a semester (CEU Student Handbook). 3 x week: 11 absences 2 x week: 6 absences 1 x week: 4 absences § You have enrolled to prepare yourselves for a career. So don’t have an "entertain me"-attitude. Centro Escolar University 6

Punctuality § "Better late than never" should not be the operative proverb that justifies coming to class late. § Quizzes or other activities missed due to late arrival cannot be "made up. " Centro Escolar University 7

Exams § Cell phones, tablets, and other electronic gadgets must be switched off during exams. § Papers of students who cheat during major exams will be confiscated and will be automatically given 5. 0 for that grading period. Centro Escolar University 8

Learning Assistance Program Students experiencing difficulty in understanding the course material should particularly make an effort to benefit from LAP. § 3. 5: Peer tutoring § 4. 0: Review § 5. 0: Consultation Centro Escolar University 9

Final Requirement § Video presentation on any topic in Psychology. § Further details to be discussed. Centro Escolar University 10

Failing § Students who do poorly on exams, yet do not attend study LAP sessions and do not turn in homeworks, should not expect to receive any "benefit of the doubt" in term of grades received for the course. § How do I compute grades? Centro Escolar University 11

Teacher Behavior Inventory • Evaluate your teachers fairly. • Don’t use TBI as a tool to revenge on your instructors. • Remember: “Straight roads do not make skillful drivers. ” - Paulo Coelho Centro Escolar University 12

Assignment Index card 1/8, any color Name Graduating/Non-graduating Classcode Schedule Contact number Address E-mail Centro Escolar University 13

Quiz • Memorize the University’s Mission, Vision, Objectives Centro Escolar University 14

Reference Psychology Spencer A. Rathus 2012 Centro Escolar University 15

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