HSC 121: Core Concepts in Health
This is a Web-based course taught by Dr. Kim Archer.
Instructor Contact Information
Dr. Kim Archer, Ed.D.
email: archerk@sfasu.edu
(936) 468-1610
Course Description
Introductory course which examines the multi-dimensional factors (emotional, environmental, intellectual, occupational, physical, social, and spiritual) that affect optimal health.Textbook Requirements
1. Donatelle, R. J. (2009). Health: The basics (8th ed.)San Francisco, CA: Pearson Benjamin Cummings.
2. Dodd, S. L (2006). Behavior Change Log Book and Wellness Journal. San Francisco, CA: Pearson Benjamin Cummings.Course Prerequisites
None.Course Format and Participation Requirements
The format for this course includes scheduled assignments and deadlines, offline reading assignments and projects, online readings and participation using web pages, email, discussion boards, and chat. The course includes scheduled online quizzes and exams. All exams are online. To be successful in this course, the typical student should plan to spend at least 8 - 10 hours per week working on this course.On-campus or Face-to-Face Meeting Requirements
None.Course Assessment
Grading Criteria:
Exam-1 & 2 = 75 points
Final Exam = 100 points
Health Behavior Project = 100 points
Group Discussions = 30 points
Class Activities = 50 - 100 points
A = 90% or higher, B = 80 - 89%, C = 70 - 79%, D = 60 - 69%, F = below 59%
Effort Expected
This is a 3-credit-hour course. You should expect to work 3 hours per week for each credit hour. To be successful in this course you should expect to spend about 8 - 10 hours a week on readings, assignments, discussions, and other activities. This estimate is for the fall and spring semesters; if the course is offered during the summer course, more time per week may be necessary.Technical Requirements for the Course
Other than the minimum technical requirements for any course, students will need Word software, Excell software, PowerPoint software, and Real Player software.Before the Course Begins
Complete the Getting Started area of sfaonline. Register and pay for the course just as you would any other SFA course. As soon as you are registered, please send an email message to the instructor. Carefully read and complete all steps of Getting a myCourses Username and PIN. F-1 Visa Holders
RESOURCE LINKS:
There are important federal regulations pertaining to distance education activity for F-1 Visa holders. All students with an F-1 Visa should follow the instructions at the following link to make sure they are in compliance.
http://www.oit.sfasu.edu/disted/facsup/f1visa.html
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