new international student orientation – spring 2015

New International Student Orientation – Spring 2015

Orientation to LPCCollege Academic Expectations Important PoliciesStrategies for SuccessRegistering for ClassesPayment Comprehension Quiz

Cindy BaleroInternational Student Program CoordinatorBuilding #1600 (2nd floor), Room #[email protected]

Sean DayInternational Admissions SpecialistRoom #[email protected]

International Student Program International Student Program (Room 1658) Support and Immigration Advising for F-

1 students Academic and Personal Concerns Monday – Thursday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Friday – 9:00 am – 12:00 pm

Chabot College (CC) - HaywardLas Positas College (LPC)

Chabot College Las Positas College

Founded in 1975 as “Valley Campus” of Chabot College

Independent College in 1988Accreditation in 19918,500 students (full and part-time) 134 134 International Students from 3434

different countries (Fall 2014)New Student Services and

Administration Building (Spring 2013)

English Language ProficiencyConditional AdmissionFull Admission

PSCN 28Online Course RestrictionAttendanceAcademic Honesty

Level Required Courses

Units Elective Courses

Units

1A1A (Lower Beginner)

ESL 130 AESL 131 A

3 6

ESL 133ESL 136

22

1B1B (High Beginner)

ESL 130 BESL 131B

36

ESL 133ESL 136

22

2A 2A (Lower Intermediate)

ESL 120 AESL 121 A

36

ESL 123ESL 126

22

2B2B (High Intermediate)

ESL 120BESL 121B

36

ESL 123ESL 126

22

3A 3A (Lower Advanced)

ESL 24 6 ESL 23ESL 26

33

3B 3B (High Advanced)

ESL 25 6 ESL 23ESL 26

33

Conditional Admission TOEFL 45 ~ 60 iBT (450 ~499 PBT) IETLS Academic 5.0 ESL Assessment test 2A or 2B

Students offered Conditional Admission MUST take: The required ESL courses in accordance The required ESL courses in accordance

with their ESL Assessment test resultwith their ESL Assessment test result Other academic classes only from the Other academic classes only from the

pre-approved list in accordance with pre-approved list in accordance with their ESL leveltheir ESL level

Full Admission TOEFL 61+ iBT (500+ PBT) IETLS Academic 5.5+ ESL Assessment test 3A, 3B or English 1A

Students offered Full Admission may take: Any academic classes upon meeting Any academic classes upon meeting

course prerequisitescourse prerequisites ESL classes may be recommendedESL classes may be recommended

of the International Student Application.

“If I am admitted as a student at Las Positas College…”

I will enroll in the 1 unit PSCN 28 course in my first semester.

I will NOT take any online courses during my first semester at the College unless I have prior approval from the International Student Program office.

of the International Student Application.

“If I am admitted conditionally at Las Positas College…”

I will enroll in both required ESL courses at my level as determined by my ESL Assessment test.

I will only enroll in other academic courses that are on the approved list for my level

I will not enroll in any remedial English course (English 100, English 104)

ISP will monitor your enrollment to maintain compliance with U.S. Immigration and International Student Program regulations/rules.

Use Registration Holds Non compliance with ISP Contract Payment TB Health Insurance

Attendance RequirementsAttendance Requirements Instructors may drop students who miss:▪ the first meeting of a coursethe first meeting of a course, or▪ if the student is absent for a total of 4

consecutive or 6 cumulative instructional hours or

▪ 2 consecutive weeks of instruction. Excessive Absences, Tardiness and leaving

class early may be into consideration by instructors in assigning grades.

Check your syllabus for class requirements Contact Teacher by phone or e-mail if

you will be absent!

Grade

Meaning % Grade Value

A Excellent 90 – 100 4.0 x unit(s)

B Above Average 80 – 89 3.0 x unit(s)

C Average 70 – 79 2.0 x unit(s)

D Barely Passing 60 – 69 1.0 x unit(s)

F Failure 0 – 59 0.0

P/NP (Pass/ No Pass)GR – Grade OnlyOP – Option for P/NP or GR

Pass/ No Pass Pass/ No Pass – all Beginner and Intermediate levels of ESL

Grade Point Average (GPA) – Grade Point Average (GPA) – Minimum 2.0Minimum 2.0

Limitation on Unit Load Limitation on Unit Load – 18 units unless you obtain approval from a Counselor.

New International Student Orientation Class

Meets Mondays from 2:00 – 3:00 pm

Requirement for all new International Students.

U.S. Department of Homeland Security regulation.

May take “1 course, or up to 3 units of online courses” as part of your 12 units per semester.

Must be enrolled in at least 9 units of “on campus” courses.

Hybrid classes do NOTNOT count as online courses.

Course Repeat PolicyCourse Repeat Policy Courses can NOT be repeated if a

student has earned a passing grade (A,B, C, or P)

May only enroll in a course 3 times, through a combination of substandard grades (D,F, NP) and W.

May petition to Dean of Enrollment Services for exemption..

Take advantage of student services, especially Counseling

Use the Library and Tutorial Center Know how to select courses and manage

time Get to know your instructors (office hours) Be an active learner (Sit in one of the first Sit in one of the first

three rows, take good notes, ask questionsthree rows, take good notes, ask questions) Be on time and stay for the entire class Read and know the course syllabus Bring textbooks and materials to every

class Get to know other students (join a club)

Used to determine Registration dates for Continuing students, and adding into classes.

New students have NO priority numberNew students have NO priority number! Based on number of units completed

and whether a students has completed the following Matriculation components:1. Assessment2. Orientation3. Student Education Plan (SEP)

Can check Priority Number on Class Web

Must be enrolled in a minimum of 12 units each semester (Fall/ Spring)

Remember 1 unit = 2 hours or more of study time!

Summer session is optional. Not required to take classes.

Prerequisite Co-requisite Strongly recommended: English 1A

eligibility including but not limited to: Intro. To Business (BUSN 40) all Economics courses Intro. to Marketing (MKTG 50) General Psychology (PSYC 1) Fundamental of Speech Communications (SPCH 1) all Foreign Language (Spanish, French, Italian)

courses many Theater Arts courses

Required for all International Students during their 1st semester.

1 unit class – Mondays 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm The course is designed to assist you in:

▪ Gaining a better understanding of the U.S. Education System

▪ Transitioning to higher education▪ Becoming familiar with Las Positas College Student

Services▪ Gaining an understanding of U.S. American Culture

Have opportunity to meet with a Counselor once a week – great opportunity!

Use Class Web or The ZONEUsername = Student ID (ie W10700712)

Password = Date of birth MMDDYY format (ie if Lady Gaga’s birthday is March 28, 1986, then her password is 032886)

Video Tutorial at: http://www.laspositascollege.edu/counseling/media/AddingClasses/adding_classes.html(click on “CC” box for “closed caption” spoken text)

1. Attend the class on the first class session if you are still on the waitlist! Added by position on waitlist first, then “drop ins” by priority numberpriority number.

2. Obtain an "Add Authorization NumberAdd Authorization Number" from the instructor (a four digit number i.e. “1234”. If seating is available, instructors will add students BY PRIORITY according to the last 4 digits of the student’s priority number, highest number first

3. Enter your four digit "Add Authorization Number" online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu at www.laspositascollege.edu

Put yourself on the waitlist if available Check your spot on Class Web or The

Zone Students added as vacancies become

available in order on the waitlist You will be notified by ZonemailZonemail if your

spot becomes available 72 hours to register Link your personal e-mail account to Link your personal e-mail account to

Zonemail!Zonemail! Waitlist Video Tutorial at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F998Wg0bNvI&hd=1

Students are permitted to drop courses online via CLASS-Web or The ZONE in the registration menu.

The “No Grade of Record (NGR)" deadline is February 7, 2014 February 7, 2014 for full-term courses, later for Late- Start Classes (like ESL).

Linking your Zonemail account to your Personal E-mail account.

Instructions on page 11 of the Fall 2014 Class Schedule

http://myportal.clpccd.cc.ca.us/cp/home/displaylogin

Online classesMessages from instructorsLogin in:

Username: Student ID number - W10707137

Password: First two (2) letters of your first name followed by the first two (2) letters of your last name followed by the last four (4) numbers of your Student ID number. laga7137

Tuition - $289 per unit 12 units = $3,499 12 units = $3,499 (including Term Fees) Books – expect to pay approximately $400 per

semester Materials fees (for some classes) + Term Fees - $31

Student Health Center - $17 per semester Student Representation Fee - $1 per semester Mailing Fee - $3 per semester Associated Students Fee - $10 per semester

Other Fees: Parking Permit - $30 per semester (if

applicable) Student Insurance – expect to pay about $300

per semester

Pay tomorrow in Admissions and Records -Building #1600 if you can, either for units you have registered for OROR for 12 units ($3,499)

Payment is due immediately for any class Payment is due immediately for any class addedadded

Pay online with U.S. credit/ debit card Pay in ISP Office (Building 1600) or

Admissions and Records Office (Building 1600) with cash, check, cashier’s check, or money order. No wire transfers accepted.

AdvantagesAvoid being dropped from classesMonthly Payment Plan Easy online enrollment via CLASS-

Web Flexible payment optionsNo interest

Payments due on the 5th of the month

e-Cashier available

Sign up by Required Down Payment

Number of Payments

Months of Payments

January 27 10% 3 February, March, April

January 29 25% 2 March, April

Cost to Participate $20 subscriber fee per semester $25 returned payment fee if a payment

is returned

Simple Steps to Enroll Go to http://www.laspositascollege.edu Choose CLASS-Web under "Current

Students" Sign on to CLASS-Web Click on the e-Cashiere-Cashier link located on the

"Pay Fees Online / Registration Fee Pay Fees Online / Registration Fee AssessmentAssessment" page

Consider taking classes at nightAdd yourself to waitlist – check

ZonemailGo to the first class!Tell the instructor that you are a

NEW International Student with F-1 visa status – may help with some teachers

Don’t panic – it usually turns out ok!

Building #1600 Drop in Drop in Counseling available first 2

weeks of the semesterAppointments begin 2 weeks after begin 2 weeks after

the start of the semester - SEPthe start of the semester - SEP

Deficit in Public Education in California Forced to cut some sections of classes Many classes are full

But…..

Will be much easier next semester much easier next semester as you have early registration date as Continuing students.

Priority Number will also help

You determine your own academic schedule and manage your own time.

You are responsible for finding out about deadlines, graduation and transfer requirements, and for tracking your own progress.

Plan on spending 2-3 hours outside of class for 2-3 hours outside of class for every hour you spend in class every hour you spend in class (e.g. if you take 12 units, you will be in class about 12 hours per week; add another 24 - 36 hours per week for study outside of class, for a total of 36 - 48 hours per week for school).

CheatingUse of Duplicate WorkPlagiarism

CheatingCheatingAct of obtaining or attempting to

obtain credit for academic work through the use of dishonest, deception or fraudulent means including forgery.

Giving or attempting to give aid that is not authorized by the instructor

Duplicate Use of Written WorkDuplicate Use of Written Workmultiple students submitting

identical or substantially similar work Submitting identical or substantially

similar work to multiple courses without the permission of the instructors.

PlagiarismPlagiarismTaking the words or substance of

another and either copying or paraphrasing the work without giving credit to the source.

= Stealing!

You can avoid this through footnotes, quotation marks, or reference citations.

When you are putting the author’s ideas into your own words (called paraphrasing) make sure you are not copying the authors phrases or sentence structure.

Your rewrite should look totally different from the original

http://www.laspositascollege.edu/library/documents/Plagiarism_Karin_Spirn.pdf

Faculty members will report suspected Faculty members will report suspected instances of academic dishonesty to instances of academic dishonesty to the Deanthe Deanof Student Services. Actions can be of Student Services. Actions can be taken totaken toexpel or place you on or place you on probation..

Suspension or expulsion from LPC may Suspension or expulsion from LPC may result in a violation of your F-1 status!result in a violation of your F-1 status!

The Department of Homeland Security requires

that F-1 international students complete atleast how many units each Fall and Springsemester?

A. 12 B. 9 C. 6 D. 3

According to the presentation, about howmany hours per week should you devote toyour homework and assignments outside ofclassroom time?

A. 20 hours per week B. 10-15 hours for each hour spent in class C. 5-6 hours for each hour spent in class D. 2-3 hours for each hour spent in class

If you do not attend the first day of a class in which

you are enrolled, the instructor has the authority

to:

A. report you to the International Student Program office.

B. send you an email asking why you weren’t in class.

C. give your seat in the class to another student who wants to take the class.

D. call your parents.

What should I do on the first day of class?

A. Arrive a bit early to make sure that I can find the classroom and be on time

B. Sit in the front of class C. Be prepared by having a notebook

and pen D. All of these.

What should I do on the first day of class?

A. Arrive a bit early to make sure that I can find the classroom and be on time

B. Sit in the front of class C. Be prepared to have a notebook

and penD. All of these.

Mickey Mouse is a new student at LPC. His LPC

ID number is W10701737. His birthday isNovember 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s

ClasswebClasswebPassword?

A. mimo1737 B. 111828 C. momi1928 D. 192818


ID number is W10701737. His birthday isNovember 18, 1928. What is Mickey’s

ClasswebClasswebPassword?

A. mimo1737B. 111828 C. momi1928 D. 192818


ID number is W10701737. His birthday isNovember 18, 1928. What is Mickey’sBlackboardBlackboard Password?

A. mimo1737 B. 111828 C. momi1928 D. 192818

You are writing an essay on the global economiccrisis for your class. You find an excellent articleonline. You copy and paste the article into youressay. You do not cite the source of the article oruse quotation marks around the material you gotonline. What act of academic dishonesty is this?

A. Tampering B. Plagiarism C. Fabrication D. Assisting

You and your friend are enrolled in the same class. You

are doing quite well in it, but she is struggling, and you

want to help her. Which of the following would NOT beconsidered appropriate by the college:

A. Encourage her to meet with the teacher after class or during office hours to help her understand the assignment.

B. Encourage her to seek tutoring to help her with the assignments.

C. Talk with her about the assignments yourself to help her understand them, but do not give her your homework to copy.

D. Give a copy of your homework assignment to her.

You and your friend are enrolled in the same class. Youare doing quite well in it, but she is struggling, and youwant to help her. Which of the following would NOT beconsidered appropriate by the college:

A. Encourage her to meet with the teacher after class or during office hours to help her understand the assignment.

B. Encourage her to seek tutoring to help her with the assignments.

C. Talk with her about the assignments yourself to help her understand them, but do not give her your homework to copy.

D. Give a copy of your homework assignment to her.

How can I get into a class that I am on the waitlist for?

A. not allowed to registerB. check my Zonemail account, and if

I’m not added, go to the first class and ask to be added.

C. wait for Sean or Cindy to contact meD. ask my friend to give me his/her spot

How can I get into a class that I am on the waitlist for?

A. not allowed to registerB. check my Zonemail account, and

if I’m not added, go to the first class and ask to be added.

C. wait for Sean or Cindy to contact meD. ask my friend to give me his/her spot

What courses are given grades of “Pass/ No Pass”

A. courses with a “GR” code B. all remedial (lower level) ESL

classesC. any class that I wantD. All English 1A classes

The End…or just the beginning?

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