Course Syllabus

Fall 2026 | INT-1050-VR02 - Dimensions of Self & Society

In Person Class

Standard courses meet in person at CCV centers, typically once each week for the duration of the semester.

Faculty

David Perez
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General Education Requirements

First Semester Seminar

Note

Many degree programs have specific general education recommendations. In order to avoid taking unnecessary classes, please consult with additional resources like your program evaluation, your academic program catalog year page, and your academic advisor.

Courses may only be used to meet one General Education Requirement.

Course Description

In this interdisciplinary first-semester seminar, students make the transition to college-level academic culture. This seminar is designed to help students develop the learning skills and habits of success that will support them throughout their college experience and as they consider career pathways. Reading, writing, and discussion are central to developing an understanding of academic and societal responsibility. Students critically examine the relationship between societal values, individual beliefs, ways of knowing, and cultural worldviews.

Essential Objectives

1. Interpret, analyze, and evaluate a text and its sources.
2. Demonstrate foundational information literacy, research skills, and academic honesty necessary for academic writing.
3. Demonstrate effective written communication skills, including active engagement in asynchronous online discussion.
4. Apply effective strategies for building new knowledge and skills through reflection on learning preferences, challenges, and goals.
5. Identify possible career goals and educational pathways.
6. Examine social issues through the lens of the individual and society.
7. Examine personal assumptions and biases, and ethical impacts of decision making and participation in society.
8. Consider issues from multiple perspectives and discuss, debate, and defend ideas with clarity and reason as part of a respectful learning community.

Required Technology

More information on general computer and internet recommendations is available on the CCV computer recommendations Support page.

Please see CCV's Digital Equity Statement (pg. 45) to learn more about CCV's commitment to supporting all students access the technology they need to successfully finish their courses.

Required Textbooks and Resources

*** This is a no cost textbook or resource class. ***

This course only uses free Open Educational Resources (OER) and/or library materials. For details, see the Canvas Site for this class.

Artificial Intelligence(AI) Policy Statement

CCV recognizes that artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI tools are widely available and becoming embedded in many online writing and creative applications.

Allowed: This course's generative AI policy acknowledges technology, including generative AI, plays a supportive role in learning and feedback. During our class, we may use AI writing tools such as ChatGPT in certain specific cases. You will be informed as to when, where, and how these tools are permitted to be used, along with guidance for attribution. Any use outside of these specific cases constitutes a violation of CCV's Academic Integrity Policy.

Academic Integrity & Generative AI Policy

Academic integrity is an important part of your success as a college student. The work you submit should reflect your own learning, ideas, effort, and understanding, while appropriately acknowledging the sources and tools you use.

Generative AI tools, including ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, and similar tools, can play a supportive role in learning, brainstorming, and feedback. In this course, generative AI may be permitted for specific assignments or activities. You will be informed when, where, and how these tools may be used, along with any expectations for acknowledging or documenting their use.

When AI use is permitted, you are responsible for reviewing and evaluating the information it provides and ensuring that your work reflects your own understanding and learning.

Using generative AI outside of the specific circumstances identified by your instructor—including submitting AI-generated work as your own—constitutes a violation of the course's academic integrity expectations and may be addressed under CCV's Academic Integrity Policy.

When in doubt, ask before using AI. The goal is not to prevent you from using new technologies, but to ensure that technology supports your learning rather than replaces it.

Methods

Course Teaching Methods

• Small and large group discussions
• Multimedia presentations
• Interactice projects and/or activites
• Readings, writings, and inquiry-based reserach

Grading Criteria

CCV Letter Grades as outlined in the Evaluation System Policy are assigned according to the following chart:

	High	Low
A+	100	98
A	Less than 98	93
A-	Less than 93	90
B+	Less than 90	88
B	Less than 88	83
B-	Less than 83	80
C+	Less than 80	78
C	Less than 78	73
C-	Less than 73	70
D+	Less than 70	68
D	Less than 68	63
D-	Less than 63	60
F	Less than 60
P	100	60
NP	Less than 60	0

Weekly Schedule

Attendance Policy

Regular attendance and participation in classes are essential for success in and are completion requirements for courses at CCV. A student's failure to meet attendance requirements as specified in course descriptions will normally result in a non-satisfactory grade.

• In general, missing more than 20% of a course due to absences, lateness or early departures may jeopardize a student's ability to earn a satisfactory final grade.
• Attending an on-ground or synchronous course means a student appeared in the live classroom for at least a meaningful portion of a given class meeting. Attending an online course means a student posted a discussion forum response, completed a quiz or attempted some other academically required activity. Simply viewing a course item or module does not count as attendance.
• Meeting the minimum attendance requirement for a course does not mean a student has satisfied the academic requirements for participation, which require students to go above and beyond simply attending a portion of the class. Faculty members will individually determine what constitutes participation in each course they teach and explain in their course descriptions how participation factors into a student's final grade.

Participation Expectations

Participation is an important part of this course and goes beyond simply attending class. Students are expected to:

• Attend class regularly, on time, and for the full class period.
• Come prepared by completing assigned readings and work.
• Participate actively and respectfully in discussions and activities.
• Listen to and consider the perspectives of others.
• Ask questions and contribute to the learning environment.
• Communicate with the instructor when questions or concerns arise.

Participation will be based on consistent, meaningful engagement throughout the semester.

Missing & Late Work Policy

• Assignments are due by the deadline listed in the syllabus or Canvas. Because this course meets once a week, staying current with assignments is especially important. Late assignments can be submitted up to one week past the deadline and will lose 10% for each day they are late. After one week, the assignment will no longer be accepted for credit.
• In-class activities, discussions, and participation cannot always be made up after the class meeting. If you miss class, you are responsible for checking Canvas, reviewing any posted materials, and reaching out to classmates or your instructor about anything you missed.
• Being absent from class does not excuse you from completing assignments due that week or preparing for the next class meeting. Plan ahead and submit work by the established deadline whenever possible.
• Extensions will be granted in extenuating circumstances, such as a significant illness, emergency, or other unexpected personal situation. If you anticipate that a circumstance will affect your ability to attend class or complete assignments, please communicate with your instructor as soon as possible.
• Students who know they will be absent for a scheduled class should make arrangements with their instructor in advance whenever possible. Advance communication is especially important in a once-a-week course, where missing one class means missing a significant portion of the week's instruction and activities.

Accessibility Services for Students with Disabilities:

1. Provide disability documentation to the Accessibility Coordinator at your academic center. https://ccv.edu/student-support/accessibility-services/
2. Request an appointment to meet with accessibility coordinator to discuss your request and create an accommodation plan.
3. Once created, students will share the accommodation plan with faculty. Please note, faculty cannot make disability accommodations outside of this process.

Academic Integrity

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