Counseling 107

The Freshman Experience

Santa Ana College

(10352) Monday & Wednesday from 4:45PM-6:10PM, Bldg. I Room# 201

August 24h –December 13th

Instructor:   Maria Aguilar Beltran, MSW ( License Clinical Social Worker)

Email: [email protected]

Contact Information: (714) 564-6130           

Office: Building L-223 (contact me to schedule a meeting)

As a result of successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Identify four student services resources
2. Identify one learning style
3. Discuss three different time management and study skill strategies

Course Purpose: This course has been designed to help you succeed. In the next sixteen weeks you will learn many proven strategies that will help you excel in your academics as well as your personal life. We will use various types of activities and assignments to engage you in the learning process. I really encourage you to make the most of this wonderful opportunity! If you do, you will dramatically change the outcome of your life-for the better!

Course Objectives:  In this course, you will learn about . . .

1. Getting the right start in college.
2. Building dreams and setting goals.
3. Learning styles and studying
4. Managing your time, energy, and money.
5. Thinking critically and creatively.
6. Learning online
7. Engaging, listening, and taking notes in class.
8. Reading, writing, and presenting
9. Developing memory, taking tests
10. Building relationships, valuing diversity
11. Choosing a college major and career
12. Creating your future

Course Supplies:

1. The book will be available on blackboard. You will need to pay $5 materials fee to access the materials for these course.
2. You will need 1 binder and 1 set of dividers preferably 8-tab

Course Expectations:

Please make sure you are on time to class and that you attend every class session: It is very important to be on time and ready to work. Being late can be very disruptive to the class and you could miss important announcements or handouts.  It is also important that you do not miss any classes as you can miss important announcement and information.  If you have an emergency let me know.

Electronic Devices: If you have a cell phone, please have the courtesy to turn off or silence it before entering class.

Respect and Confidentiality: Respect and confidentiality are of most importance in my class. I ask that you grant me your respect, and I hope to earn it through the semester. I strictly require that you demonstrate respect for one             another. In this course, we will explore various personal and social topics and values. Students are asked to listen, disagree and contribute in a respectful manner. Confidentiality is also mandatory due to the topics shared in class.

Individual Responsibility: It is your responsibility to review course material, get answers to your questions, and make regular progress checks without reminders.

Active participation in the form of asking questions and contributions to class discussions will help you succeed in this course and in college in general. Please keep side conversations for after class. If you have something to say please or ask please speak up or raise your hand. There will be plenty of time for discussion during class on the topics that we are covering.

Students with Disabilities:

Your success in this course is important to me.  Santa Ana College and I are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for all individuals with disabilities.  If you have a disability that may have some impact on your ability to do well in this course, I encourage you to speak with me as soon as possible.   Also, please contact Disabled Student Programs & Services so that we can all collaborate on your classroom accommodations in a timely manner.  DSP&S is located in U-103 and their phone number is 714-564-6264.  The DSP&S office requires documentation of your disability in order to receive reasonable accommodations.  If you do not have documentation they will work with you to acquire it.  I look forward to supporting you to meet your learning goals.

Note: This course may be modified verbally or in writing at any time during the semester at the discretion of the instructor or department.