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Course Overview

WELCOME TO LATI 10!

COURSE FORMAT

***This course follows a mixed and hybrid learning format to offer flexibility while accommodating for different learning styles**

Hybrid Lecture Format

Week 1. Course Overview

Meetings during scheduled lecture

T/Th 9:30-10:50am

In person / Synchronous via Zoom

Weeks 2-10. Deep Dive into Course Themes

Tuesdays: Asynchronous Instructional Materials

Posted under corresponding date on canvas modules; May be completed anytime before discussion section (or Thursday meeting, when applicable).

Thursdays: Lecture meeting 9:30-10:50am

May attend In-person or via Zoom; Recordings posted by end of the day and may be watched for occasional "make up" attendance (see Course Policies on Syllabus)

Weekly Discussion Section

No meetings held week 1. Review resources on Week 2 module to get ahead.

Required Attendance: Weeks 2, 3, 4, and 8

Extra Credit Attendance: Weeks 1, 5-7, & 10

*You will not be penalized for missing any required discussion section if you attend office hours at least once before Week 5 to check in. Sections will not be recorded, but any shared resources will be available under the corresponding weekly modules.

Please follow the steps below to orient yourself with this course.

Step 1: Read the Course Syllabus carefully

The syllabus is broken up into three separate documents outlining 1) Course Overview Download Course Overview 2) Course Policies Download Course Policies, and 3) Course Schedule Download Course Schedule (for a .PDF of combined documents, see "Syllabus" link in menu bar). The documents include course objectives, explanations of assignments and assessment breakdown, grading policies, and instructor contact information.

We will have time to go over any questions regarding the course format and requirements during our first meeting. However, we plan on spend most of our time jumping into course themes and getting to know each other. Please download the syllabus and read over it carefully before our first meeting.

Step 2: Get Familiar With Navigating Canvas Modules

Weekly Modules: A User Guide

Each week you will be assigned one foundational "text" (aka assigned reading) that will offer key conceptual frameworks or ideas that we will then connect to "outside examples" (often through assigned media), which will allow us "to test" out arguments across different contexts. Weekly Modules are divided into several tabs that include links to assigned materials, guidelines, asynchronous lecture videos, materials, slides, handouts, recordings, discussion section resources, assignments, including instructions and submission portals, as a structured guide to meet course learning objectives. It is highly recommended that you navigate the course following the modules tab to access all course materials and complete assignments as we progress through the quarter.

Breakdown of materials and weekly workload on Canvas Modules (starting week 2)

"Asynchronous Instructional Materials" Tab

Activities: 1) Read/watch/listen to assigned materials; 2) review asynchronous instructional materials; 3) complete portfolio - Part 1

- 1) Assigned materials: all materials will be posted at the top of the page and include guidlines for what to "look for/ take away (and/or skim).
  - Recommended: Assigned materials should be considered "homework" (in other words, to be completed outside of scheduled class time, before the scheduled Tuesday meetings). Plan to spend an average of 1-2 hours reviewing assigned materials on your own before getting started on asynchronous instructional activities.
- 2) Asynchronous Instructional Materials: will include accessible lecture videos and/or step-by-step instructions that should be completed after reviewing assigned materials on your own. Asynchronous instructional materials, including portfolio exercises, should take on average 1.5 hours to complete (in other words, a typical in-person meeting).
  - Recommended: Starting week 2, all asynchronous instructional materials will be posted to correspond with Tuesday lecture meeting. Plan to work on instructional materials during scheduled Tuesday meetings OR allot a similar amount of time during the week (preferably before Thursday in-person/zoom meetings), as best suits your schedule.
- 3) Portfolio - Part 1: is a short recall exercise that follows asynchronous instructional materials with the objective to review key ideas from the assigned materials. Read the prompt and then set a timer for 7-10 minutes and free write any ideas that come to mind.
  - Recommended: Read/watch/listen to assigned materials and asynchronous instructional activities before completing portfolio - part 1 to get the most out of the activity.

"Session Materials” Tab

Activities: 1) Read/watch/listen to assigned materials; 2) attend lecture in person or via zoom, 9:30-10:50am; 3) complete portfolio - Part 2

1) Assigned materials: all materials will be posted at the top of the page and include guidlines for what to "look for/ take away (and/or skim).
- Recommended: Assigned materials should be considered "homework" (in other words, to be completed outside of scheduled class time). Plan to spend an average of 1-2 hours reviewing assigned materials before starting asynchronous activities and coming to our lecture meetings.
2) Thursday Lecture Meetings: will be a space to review key concepts from the readings/ asynchronous instructional materials and to explore connections to assigned media ahead of discussion board assignments. You may attend in person and/or via zoom (see link on Canvas homepage to join)
- Recommended: Plan to review all weekly assigned materials (available at the top of the asynchronous instructional materials tab and session materials tab with guidelines), and to complete instructional materials and portfolio- part 1, ahead of Thursday lectures to get the most out of our meetings.
3) Portfolio - Part 2: is a short free write exercise (5-6 mins.) given during our Thursday lecture meetings. The objective is to connect ideas from each week's assigned reading/media and to generate dialogue for class discussions.
- Recommended: You are encouraged but not required to share your ideas in class to receive a participation grade. Explore alternate ways of participating in person and/or via Zoom, such as using the zoom Chat option share comments (you may also DM comments, which will may be shared with the class anonymously).
Shared resources/meeting recordings: Lecture slides will be posted along with any shared handouts in the sessions materials tab at least 24 hours ahead of all Thursday lecture meetings. All meetings will be recorded and posted at the bottom of corresponding session materials tab as soon as available (usually within 2-3 hours of class meetings but no later than the end of the day).
- Recommended: weekly activities in this course are "iterative," meaning they are intended to help you refine analytical thinking and writing skills for main course assessment - Discussion Boards and your Class Media Post Project. Revisit lecture slides, portfolio entries, and lecture recordings - along with assigned materials - to elaborate and cite course materials as you complete graded assignments (seeFAQ Citation Guidelines Links to an external site. for tips to get ahead)

"Discussion Section- Shared Resources" Tab

Activity: Review weekly documents and resources for worksheets and supplementary learning materials to support learning.

Attend Discussion Sections to:

Get tips and valuable resources
Received feedback from TAs.
Work on assignments and class projects with your peers.

Attendance Requirements (Discussion Sections commence week 2)

- Required Weeks: 2, 3, 4, and 8*
  There is no section during Week 1. Review Annotation Handout in Week 1 Discussion Section - Shared Resources tab and leave a comment for early extra credit!
- Optional + Extra Credit Weeks: 5, 6, 7, and 10
  You’ll earn extra credit towards your final grade for each of these weeks you attend (see policy on syllabus)
Switching sections: you are allowed to informally "switch" sections if there is a time that is more convenient for your schedule. However, due to constraints of classroom size, we can only accomodate changes if there is room available. Please email both your current TA and the TA in charge of the section you would like to attend, to inquire if there is space available (see bottom of canvas page for TA section assignments and email info).
"Make up" Attendance: You will not be penalized for missing any required discussion section meeting(s), provided that you visit office hours at least once before Week 5 to check in.

Weekly "Portfolio Entries" Tab (submission portal)

Assessment: Attendance and Participation
- Combine your Tuesday and Thursday portfolio entries into one document.
- Upload your weekly portfolio entries to the submission portal (see "Portfolio Entries" tab for guidelines and instructions).
Note: Portfolios are not quizzes but rather a free write exercise for recall and to generate initial ideas and to help you stay accountable to yourself and the class. You are not expected to spend more than 7 minutes on the portfolios but are expected to provide active and thoughtful reflection in response to the prompt and course materials.

"Discussion Board" tab (submission portal)

Main assessment (50% towards final grade): Semi-structured prompts for summarizing, analyzing, and connecting materials from assigned module. Due at the end of each Course Module (5 total)
- Discussion Boards can build on portfolios and class discussions but should elaborate ideas by discussing specific examples from assigned materials and following standard citation guidelines.
- Discussion Boards are also a platform to share, engage, and support each other. After you post your response you will be asked to read and reply to a peer.

Note: There are no formal quizzes or exams in this class. Plan to invest time working on discussion board assignments at the end of each week.

Step 3. Review Resources for Support and Learning

There are a variety of resources available to students at UC San Diego, which are designed to address needs and enhance the student experience (Please see separate tab on "Getting Started" Module to learn about different services and programs available to you and/or feel free to reach out to us at anytime for resources and support).

Step 4: Get in Touch with Questions or Concerns

Maintain an open line of communication: If you are experiencing difficulties with course materials or completing the assignments, please be in touch with the instructor or your TA. If you need special accommodations, please contact the OSD office with the relevant medical information to obtain said accommodations. If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, or depression, please take breaks but also do not wait to the last day of classes to let us know that you need help (see late policy at bottom of Course Policies document for guidelines for requesting an extension).

We are here to support all students to ensure a positive and transformative learning experience. In order to do so, we need to know about any specific issues or barriers you are facing.

For any personal questions or concerns whatsoever, please feel free to visit me during office hours or schedule an appointment.
- I will be holding regular office hours in person on Thursdays from 11:30am-12:30pm and virtually Wednesdays 10am-12pm (or by appointment arranged via email at akennemore@ucsd.edu).
  Please sign-up for virtual office hours 24-hours ahead of time to reserve a spot: https://calendly.com/akennemore-ucsd Links to an external site.
- TAs will post information about office hours on the canvas homepage after the start of the term.