K-12 Blended and Online Learning

Syllabus Outline for an Online Unit of Instruction

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Course Welcome to Ms. Giauque’s 3rd Reading Online Class! This is a fully online reading class. Did you include
Information course title, instructor
At Mableton Elementary, we enjoy using Cobb Teaching and Learning System for online information, grade
learning and assessing. You can find more information about CTLS here, level, subject area,
http://cobbctls.com/. office hours and
required textbooks or
Mableton Elementary also uses grade-level blogs to share content, digital resources and resources?
important information. The Third grade reading blog can be located here, Yes! Course title,
https://www.cobblearning.net/mableton3/reading/. instructor information,
grade level, subject
We also use Microsoft Teams for virtual lessons, which students can download here area, office hours and
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/microsoft-teams/group-chat-software required text are
using their Cobb County student email. included.

Required text:
Students have been issued Classic Starts: Peter Pan to read and refer to throughout the
duration of this course. This text is provided by Cobb County School District.

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Questions??
Students and learning coaches can contact me anytime Monday through Friday from 7:30
AM to 5:30 PM via email or phone. See contact information in teacher communication
section below.

Expected Third grade students in the Cobb County School District in Georgia, located in the United Is the expected
Student States of America. These students live in South Cobb, the southern region of the school student audience
Audience district. These students have completed 2nd grade Georgia Standards of Excellence for described? (Are your
English Language Arts. students in the USA?)
Yes third grade
students in Cobb
County Georgia, USA.

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Teacher I can be reached Monday-Friday 7:30-5:30 via Email, phone call or text message. Did you provide at
Communication Meetings and appointments will occur occasionally during office houses causing me to be least two forms of
unavailable for short periods of time. I will respond within the day, always as soon as communication are
possible! included in the
Email: Olivia.Giauque@cobbk12.org syllabus?
Phone: 770-826-87** Yes email, phone call,
text.

Course In this third grade reading course, students will learn how to close read a third grade text Does this clearly
Description in order to analyze characters, form opinions and distinguish point of views, identify identify the broad
central lesson/moral, identify the meaning the words and phrases and refer to different goals or topics to be
parts of a story and drama. These topics are required by Georgia Standards of Excellence covered? Does it
which can be found at https://www.georgiastandards.org/Georgia- outline the general
Standards/Frameworks/ELA-Grade-3-Standards.pdf topics, concepts and
skills to be covered?
Yes, all topics are
covered and
standards are
included as reference.

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Learning 1. The leaner will be able to (TLWBAT) identify character traits using text evidence to Are these measurable
Outcomes support their answer with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly and/or observable?
assessment. Do they describe what
2. TLWBAT identify the character’s motivation using text evidence to support their students must know
answer with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly assessment. and be able to do? Do
3. TLWBAT determine the meaning of unknow words and phrases in the text using they involve some
context clues with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly cognitive challenge
assessment. and active learning?
4. TLWBAT identify the central message of the story providing details to support their Yes, they are all
answer with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly assessment. measurable and
5. TLWBAT form their own point of view in in comparison to that of a character and observable with text
support their opinion with reasons with 85% accuracy on summative assessment evidence/details.
and weekly assessment. Students will be
6. TLWBAT compare a story version to the drama version and refer to different parts challenged and active
of the story and drama with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly in their learning.
assessment.
7. TLWBAT analyze characters in a story to compare and contrast traits, motivations
and points of view with 85% accuracy on summative assessment and weekly
assessment.

Topics by Week Week 1: Character Traits Did you list the topics
Week 2: Character Motivations to be covered each
Week 3: Determine the meaning of word and phrases – literal & non-literal week?
Week 4: Identify central message, moral, lesson Yes, 7 weeks of
Week 5: Form opinions and distinguish point of view from Characters topics, 1 week of
Week 6: Compare Peter Pan story version to Peter Pan drama version and refer to review.
different parts of stories and dramas.
Week 7: Character Analysis
Week 8: Review for summative assessment and writing task.

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Expectations of Students are expected to: Did you outline class

Student 1. Daily log-in to check announcements and emails. participation with
Participation 2. Read weekly chapter assignments and notify teacher when completed. descriptions of how it
3. Complete one weekly discussion post assigned by Ms. Giauque and respond to at is measured
least 2 peers’ original posts with appropriate feedback. (expectations for
4. Complete and submit one weekly comprehension check assessment. discussion forums,
5. Complete one weekly task (based on topic- EX. identify Peter and Wendy’s number and
character traits and compare and contrast) and Submit. frequency of logins,
6. Complete and upload all assignments on time to class dropbox. amount of time in
7. Join bi-weekly online class sessions and be prepared to share opinions on online class, group
readings. project participation,
synchronous
sessions, etc.)?

Yes, expectations are

clear with numerical
explanations.

Student Students are expected to: Did you describe the

Communication 1. Always use respectful words and helpful comments. expectations for
Expectations 2. Reply to comments, emails, and phone calls from peers and Ms. Giauque within 1 student behavior
day. when communicating
3. Contact Ms. Giauque with all questions as soon as you have questions! online?
4. Be an active participant during online sessions, use raise hand tool to speak, be
prepared to share. Yes, expectations are
clear.

Late Work Contact Ms. Giauque with concerns about late assignments as soon as a conflict/issue Did you explain the
Policy occurs. Late work will only be accepted if Ms. Giauque was notified ahead of due date. consequences for not
Student and/or learning coach can contact Ms. Giauque regarding assignment. Student submitting
will receive a zero if an assignment is turned in later without notifying Ms. Giauque ahead assignments on time?
of time. Yes.

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Grading Policy Students are required to complete all assignments with best effort and submit. All Is a grading policy
assignments have an equal weight and grades will be evaluated at the end of the course defined with point
to assign final grade. Assignments include- discussion posts and replies, comprehension distribution or
quizzes, weekly tasks, summative assessment. weighting scheme? Is
the grading scale is
The Cumulative grading scale for Cobb County School District Grades K-3: included?
3+ = Exceeds Standards-in addition to the 3, makes applications and inferences beyond Yes, all weigh the
expectations; same and a scale is
3 = Meets Standards-consistently and independently; used to grade.
2 = Progressing toward meeting the standards;
1 = Limited progress or does not meet the standards

Assessments Weekly assessments include: Area a variety of

-One reading comprehension quiz that matches the assigned chapters and learning assessment types
objectives of the week. included? Is at least
-One discussion post that aligns to the assigned reading. Students respond to the post one assessment
and reply to two students’ original posts by providing appropriate and respectful requiring either
comments. applying, analyzing,
-One task that matches the learning objectives of the week. (analyzing character evaluating, or
motivations, creating points of views in comparison to character’s) creating?
-Two online class sessions where students will discussion assigned chapters and share
their opinions. Yes, a variety of
- One summative assessment at the end of the unit. assessments are
included for students
Grading Criteria: to apply, analyze and
Quizzes- multiple choice questions automatically graded online with answer key communicate.
Discussion post- Discussion post checklist for original post & peer replies.
Weekly task- Teacher graded using acceptable answer list.
Summative assessment- multiple choice questions graded automatically online and
teacher-graded short answer questions with acceptable student responses.

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Academic 1. Students submit their own work for tests and assignments without unauthorized Do conduct and
Honesty assistance. academic honesty
2. Students do not provide unauthorized assistance to others. requirements clearly
3. Students notify Ms. Giauque if the learning coach supports them to help Ms. explain the policy on
Giauque grade and plan future instruction accordingly. cheating and
4. Cite ideas and writing of others properly (if applicable) plagiarism. Are
Consequences for academic dishonesty may include: consequences for
1. Warning for first offence inappropriate behavior
2. Notify parent and learning coach included?
3. Resubmit work for full credit
4. Automatic zero for assignment. Yes requirements are
5. Failure of course and required to retake entire Couse. explained and
6. Removal from online school and enroll in brick-and-mortar school. consequences are
included.

Acceptable Use Students must adhere to and support all policies and implementing regulations issued by Is the Acceptable Use
Policy the Cobb County School District, including Administrative Rule IFBG-R (Technology Policy (AUP)
Acceptable Use). Students who violate District/school policies, Rules or regulations described or linked?
governing the use of the District’s 15 technology and network resources may have their Are consequences for
network privileges suspended or revoked and will be subject to District Administrative noncompliance
Rules applying to student conduct including the provisions of the appropriate District Code described?
of Conduct (Administrative Rule JCDA-R) For details regarding acceptable use, please
refer to the CCSD Family Information Guide pages 14-16 at this link: Yes, AUP is described
http://www.cobbk12.org/generalinfo/FamilyInformationGuide/FamilyInformationGuide2019- and linked and
2020.pdf and this link: consequences
http://www.cobbk12.org/centraloffice/adminrules/I/IFBG-R.pdf included.

Consequences for noncompliance:

Student network privileges suspended or revoked.

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Student Right to Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA): FERPA protects the privacy of Did you include the
Privacy student education records and gives parents the right to review records. Under FERPA, conditions for sharing
schools may disclose directory information in certain circumstances. or not sharing student
Rights include: information?
1. Accessing student records- inspect and review within 45 days.
2. Amending student records-amend record that are inaccurate/misleading. Yes, and link is
3. Disclosing student records included for further
4. Complaint procedure details.
5. Directory information
For further details, please visit the Cobb County School District Family Information Guide
Pages 20-22 at this link:
http://www.cobbk12.org/generalinfo/FamilyInformationGuide/FamilyInformationGuide2019-
2020.pdf
If you have any questions, please direct them towards Ms. Giauque or Principal Cain.

Technology Student must the following tools to participate effectively throughout this course: Do the technology
Requirements 1. Computer or laptop requirements outline
2. Stable internet connection technical
3. Web cam for online meetings specifications for
4. Microsoft Teams Application student computers?
5. Basic devices- keyboard, mouse, speakers, microphone Did you describe the
6. Cobb County School District student email procedures to follow
7. Basic technology skills- ability to log on, access emails, attend meetings, submit when technical
assignments. problems occur?

For assistance with technical problems: Yes, technology

1. Re-start computer and try launching a new browser requirements are
2. Contact classmates included and
3. Contact Ms. Giauque technology
4. Contact the Cobb County School District Technology department at 770-426-3330 procedures if errors
or visit their website at http://support.cobbk12.org/technology/ occur.

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Copyright This course is managed by Ms. Giauque. Cobb County School District owns the full Peter Did you provide a
Statement Pan reading unit, Ms. Giauque adapted lessons from this unit to fit the needs of her copyright statement
students in the online course. Course and Course materials are not to be copied, edited, and disclaimer that
or redistributed for any reason. If you have questions regarding course content or material identifies the owner of
created by Ms. Giauque, you may ask for details at Olivia.Giauque@cobbk12.org the course?
Yes, Ms. G and
CCSD.

Students with According to the 2019-2020 Cobb County School District Family Information Guide, The Did you indicate your
Disabilities Cobb County School District offers a full range of special education services for children willingness to provide
ages 3–21 who have disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education reasonable
Improvement Act (IDEA 2004). Specially designed instruction is provided through a accommodations to a
continuum of educational environments from regular class placements with special student with a
services in the student’s home school to full day programs in specialized environments. disability?
The type and degree of services provided are determined through the development of an Yes, very willing to the
Individual Education Program (IEP) to meet the unique needs of the child with a disability best of my ability and I
at no cost to parents. To access the Family Information guide visit this link: will get support when
http://www.cobbk12.org/generalinfo/FamilyInformationGuide/FamilyInformationGuide2019- needed.
2020.pdf

As a teacher in Cobb County, I plan to work with special education teachers to collaborate
on ideas to best support students with disabilities. I also plan to adhere to a child’s IEP
plan to ensure they receive the accommodations and support they deserve. I will be in
constant communication with the child’s parents and learning coach to ensure they are
receiving the support they need.
*This document pairs with Designing a Syllabus for an Online Unit of Instruction (Peer Evaluation Checklist) by Lokey-Vega
(2014).

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