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P A T H F I N D E R P R O G R A M S
2014-15
Pathfinder Handbook
for High School Staff A Rogue Community College guide for high school
instructors, administrators, counselors and coordinators.
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Table of Contents
Welcome 3
Staff and Contact Information 4 Pathfinder Program Overview 5 Program Entry Points for High School Students 6
Stackable credentials, certificates and roadmaps 7 STEM Academy 7
CTE Learning Series for teachers/administrators 8 Extended Options 8 Early College Option for High School Juniors and Seniors 9 John and Lillian Morris Scholarship 10 Policies Affecting all Pathfinder programs 11
Drop Policy 11 Financial Aid Implications for Dual Credit Programs 11 Law of Affecting Student Privacy - FERPA 12 Student Transcripts 13 Student Placement Testing 13 Students who Experience Disabilities 13 Student Conduct/Academic Honesty 13
Oregon Dual Credit Standards 14 Calendars - RCC Academic Calendar 16
COLLEGE NOW Calendar 17 COLLEGE NOW 18
Instructor and Course Approval Process 18 Benefits of being a COLLEGE NOW Instructor 18 New Course Articulations & Articulation Agreement Policy 19 Syllabus Requirements 19 RCC’s Commitment to COLLEGE NOW 20 COLLEGE NOW Program Geographical Area 20 Expectations for Instructors, Administrators, and Students 20 High School and RCC Term Alignment 22 Textbook and Course materials 22
Student Registration Steps 22 Course Permission Codes 23
Grading Policy and Entering Grades 23 Grading procedure and Grade Changes 24
Substitute Teachers, Student Teachers, Personnel Changes 25 Frequently Asked Questions 26 COLLEGE NOW Appendix:
Appendix A: Instructor qualifications and Course Requirements 27 Appendix B: New Instructor Checklist 36 Appendix C: Approved Syllabus Format 37 Appendix D: Tutorial— How to Obtain RCC ID 39 Appendix E: Tutorial—How to Enter Grades 45 Appendix F: Academic Department Contacts 48 Appendix G: Instructor Tuition Waiver Authorization 49 Appendix H. Articulation Agreement 50 Appendix I. Sample Extended Options High School Flyer 56
Updated 8/22/14
Updated 8/22/14
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Welcome to Pathfinder
Dear High School Faculty,
A big warm welcome to new high school instructors and our continuing high school partners to the 2014-15
school year.
You and your colleagues made it possible to achieve the following in Academic Year 2013-14:
12,258 COLLEGE NOW credits were awarded, with a savings of $992,898 dollars to students.
15,119 credits were awarded to high school students when considering all dual credit programs.
We added 9 new COLLEGE NOW course articulations, with more in progress.
On June 11, 2014, Rogue Community College was recognized by the state as having the highest
percentage of unduplicated high school students earning accelerated college credit.
This Pathfinder Handbook for High School Staff outlines the policies and procedures for dual credit as well
as all of the Pathfinder opportunities for high school student at Rogue Community College.
We look forward to working with you throughout the year ahead!
Sincerely,
Daniella Bivens, Director
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Staff and Contact Information
Pathfinder Programs
Rogue Community College
Table Rock Campus
7800 Pacific Avenue
White City, OR 97503
General Email: [email protected]
COLLEGE NOW email: [email protected]
www.roguecc.edu/pathfinder
(541) 245-7806
The High School Liaison
In order to ensure that our high school programs run smoothly, the Pathfinder Office requests that one
staff member at each high school be designated as the high school’s liaison with the Pathfinder Office.
This person will help teachers, students, parents and administrators with RCC Pathfinder programs available
at the high school, providing a consistent message. This person will communicate questions directly to the
Pathfinder Office.
Daniella Bivens
Director, Educational Partnerships
Phone: 541-245-7991
Lisa Dunagan
STEM Academy Coordinator
Phone: 541-245-7867
Hilary McDonald
Program Coordinator
Phone: 541-245-7865
Michelle Rhodes
Program Support Specialist IV
541-245-7806
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Pathfinder Program Overview
Rogue Community College is committed to expanding opportunities for high schools students in
the Rogue Valley.
RCC’s Pathfinder Program refers to all of the dual enrollment programs and high school
partnership agreements between Rogue Community College (RCC) and all Jackson/Josephine
County high schools, including:
STEM Academy is an opportunity for high school students to experience careers in Science,
Technology, Engineering and Math. STEM Academy offers high school students workshops at the
three Rogue Community College campuses, industry tours, and RCC-led presentations to introduce
students to career and educational opportunities in these fields.
Our STEM Academy Coordinator also organizes CTE Learning Series workshops for high school
administrators, counselors, and teachers. The workshops help high school staff understand the many
options available to students in career technical education (CTE) fields.
Three options for accelerated college credit:
1. COLLEGE NOW courses are taught by high school teachers and are free to students. This
dual enrollment program allows high school students to earn college credit in selected high
school classes. Approved COLLEGE NOW high school teachers align the content of their
classes to mirror courses taught on the RCC campus. Students are encouraged to pair COLLGE
NOW classes with traditional RCC courses to complete an RCC certificate or plan of study prior
to graduating from high school; see Extended Options below.
2. EXTENDED OPTIONS refers to high school students taking a combination of COLLEGE
NOW courses and traditional RCC courses with the intention of completing an RCC
certificate or other plan of study. Students typically need traditional RCC courses beyond the
COLLEGE NOW offerings at their high school to complete their selected plan. Traditional
RCC courses taught by RCC faculty are offered at a discounted rate if arranged through the high
school liaison. High schools determine if the traditional RCC courses can be applied to high
school diploma requirements. See section High School Entry Points for suggested plans of
study.
3. Early College Option for High School Juniors and Seniors This dual enrollment
program allows students at participating high schools to become full-time RCC students
during their junior and/or senior high school years. Students first complete the Oregon
Transfer Module before pursuing the AAOT: Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree. High
schools oversee course selection and back grant credit toward students’ high school diplomas.
High schools are billed directly at a discounted rate. See www.roguecc.edu/pathfinder for
current list of participating high schools.
The John and Lillian Morris Scholarship is a limited-entry scholarship that is available to
first-generation or low-income students at Butte Falls, Crater, Eagle Point, and Rogue River High
Schools. Students are Extended Options students, utilizing COLLEGE NOW and traditional RCC
courses to complete an approved program; however, the scholarship funds class costs for traditional
RCC courses needed.
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Program Entry Points for High School Students
High school students are encouraged to take college courses to complete a certificate or plan of study rather
than courses at random. In this manner, students leave high school not only with a high school diploma but
also with a college credential that will apply to further education and be listed on a resume right away.
Four High School Entry Points
Four entry points have been identified by RCC as ideal for high school students in the Rogue Valley:
1.) Oregon Transfer Module
Completes the freshmen year of college in Oregon and focuses on general education courses for
transfer to 4-year institutions. Completion of the OTM applies and leads to the AAOT:
Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree.
2.) Basic Healthcare Certificate. This one-year certificate has the following specialty track areas:
Clinical Lab
Assistant
Community Health
Worker
Dental Assisting
EMT/Paramedic
Fitness Technician
Health Care
Informatics
Human Services
Massage Therapy
Medical Assistant
Nursing
Nursing Assistant or
Practical Nursing
3.) High Technology Studies: Industrial Technology Career Pathways Certificate, introduces careers
such as:
Robotics
Automation
Engineering
Heavy Equipment
Technician
Millwrights
3D printing
Electrician
Welder
4.) Business and Information Systems Career Pathway Certificate, (approval expected winter 2014). See
High School Program Flyers on our website for proposed courses. Introduces careers such as:
Supervisor
Business Owner
Computer
Programmer
Computer Support
Technician
Database Manager
Marketing
Specialist
Administrative
Coordinator
Other program options are available. List of all RCC Certificates/degrees:
http://www.roguecc.edu/Programs/degrees-certificates.asp
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Stackable Credentials
Rogue Community College specializes in stackable certificates that can open doors to employment
opportunities and apply to further education.
Career Pathways Certificates require just a few courses and are self-paced. Such certificates are perfect for
high school students who need a competitive edge when applying for an entry-level position. Each pathway
includes the core entry level courses a student will need to start in that career field.
Students apply the courses they earn in a Career Pathways Certificate (less-than-one-year certificate) to
further credentials, such as one-year certificates, Associate’s Degrees, or Bachelor’s degree and beyond. The
goal is to make a series of obtainable credentials that can build upon each other to give the student greater
career and educational opportunities as they progress through obtainable steps. See RCC’s Career Pathways
Certificate/Roadmaps webpage at http://www.roguecc.edu/Programs/CareerPathways/Certificates.asp.
STEM Academy
Rogue Community College’s S.T.E.M. Academy introduces local high school students to careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (S.T.E.M). Students participate in hands-on workshops at an RCC campus, industry tours, fun activities, presentations, and career planning.
Some of the S.T.E.M. careers covered in STEM Academy are:
• Automotive Technology • Carpentry • Computer Science/Graphic Design • Diesel Technology • Emergency Medical Technician
• Electronics Technology • Fire Technology • Industrial Welding • Manufacturing/Engineering • Science - Laboratory Technician
STEM Academy has three components:
Launch Into STEM: This program serves high schools in Jackson and Josephine counties. It is
designed to introduce 9th and 10th grade students to the different career options available to them in
STEM fields. They are invited to attend three sessions at RCC to explore fields in industrial
technologies, health care, science, business and computer systems. During these sessions students
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are also introduced to concepts about college budgeting, RCC Career Pathways Certificates and
Roadmaps, and are given tours of the campus.
STEM Connections: This program is designed for 11th & 12th grade students that have attended
Launch Into STEM and have an interest in a specific STEM career path. Three sessions are held
during the year; one for industrial technologies, one for health care and one for business &
computer information systems. They are open to 40 students each with information given about the
industry, growth trends, and career options. Industry leaders and counseling/navigation coaches are
made available to discuss accelerated credits and dual credits.
CTE Learning Series. This program is designed for high school administrators, counselors and
teachers to help them understand the many options available to students in the CTE career fields
and Career Pathway certificates available to them.
If you have a student that is interested in STEM Academy, or if you are interested in the CTE learning
series, please contact your RCC high school liaison at your high school. Our STEM Academy Coordinator
can also be contacted at 541-245-7806 or [email protected].
Extended Options
Often a high school student needs a course for an RCC certificate or plan that is not available through their
high school’s free COLLEGE NOW offerings.
Extended Options high school students take both COLLEGE NOW courses taught by high school faculty
and traditional RCC courses taught by RCC faculty with the intention of completing an RCC certificate or
plan. High schools determine if the traditional RCC courses can be applied to high school diploma
requirements.
For example, high school students pursuing RCC’s Basic Health Care Career Pathways Certificate will need to take
HCI120, Introduction to the Health Care Industry, at RCC directly (either in person or online) because there is not a
COLLEGE NOW offering for this required course (currently) at area high schools.
All course prerequisites and placement tests apply to high school students just as they would for any
student. Such requirements are listed in the RCC course descriptions at
http://www.roguecc.edu/CourseDescriptions/.
The traditional RCC courses offered through Extended Options are:
RCC courses taught by RCC faculty.
available to high school students at a discounted rate (provided the courses are arranged through
the high school’s liaison).
in-person at one of the three RCC campuses or online.
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To assist high school liaisons and students, the Pathfinder Office
creates four flyers for each high school, one for each suggested high
school entry point (see section High School Entry Points for suggested
plans of study). Each flyer outlines the dual credit opportunities
available for the required courses through Rogue Community College
and Southern Oregon University. Additionally, courses only available
at RCC are indicated in a helpful calendar format for fall, winter, and
spring RCC terms. Flyers will be released each fall for the coming
academic school year, after the annual COLLEGE NOW fall meeting.
See Appendix I.
It is the student’s responsibility to apply to the college online, keep
track of their RCC ID and password, register themselves in courses
with permission code provided, take placement tests prior to term,
watch add/drop and other deadlines on the academic calendar, and
work with their high school liaison to determine if the courses will
apply to their high school diplomas. RCC is not responsible for
monitoring Extended Options students’ enrollment.
Junior and senior high school students at Crater, Eagle Point, Rogue River, and Butte Falls high schools
who meet either low-income or first-generation college student status are encouraged to apply for the John
and Lillian Morris Foundation Scholarship each February/March, which pays for the costs for traditional
RCC courses for some programs of study.
Early College Option for High School Juniors and Seniors
This dual enrollment program allows students at participating high schools to become full-time RCC
students during their junior and/or senior high school years. Students first complete the Oregon Transfer
Module before completing the AAOT: Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer degree. High schools oversee
course selection and back grant credit from the student’s RCC record to complete high school coursework
and diploma.
See www.roguecc.edu/pathfinder for current list of participating high schools.
“Our partnership with Rogue Community College is one of our most exciting programs. Once a student has a solid academic
foundation and their self-confidence is intact we extend the horizon for our students. We have developed a program with Rogue
Community College that allows our students to earn an AA/OT (a 2 year university transferable college degree) concurrent
with their high school diploma. We have found this program creates unbelievable motivation, gives our students a strong sense of
accomplishment and allows them to ascertain ownership of their future.”
-Brighton Academy Website
How does it work?
High schools oversee course selection and high school diploma completion. Students first complete
the Oregon Transfer Module before completing the AAOT: Associate of Arts Oregon Transfer
degree.
Sample high school flyer. The Pathfinder
Office issues flyers for each suggested
high school entry points each fall.
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Students are enrolled in traditional RCC courses taught by RCC faculty, either online or in-person.
The students’ grades in these courses are recorded on their RCC transcript as well as their high
school record.
Students have to meet all course placement and prerequisite requirements.
High schools are billed directly for the students’ courses at a discounted rate, depending upon how
many students at the high school are participating in the program. Inquire with your high school
liaison regarding your school’s current discounted rate.
High schools purchase and order student textbooks. RCC can provide some administrative support
to assist with this process.
RCC has trained advisors, known as Navigation Coaches, available to work with high school liaisons
and students.
A Pathfinder Application is required. High schools must indicate approval of the application.
It is the student’s responsibility to apply to the college online, keep track of their RCC ID and
password, register themselves in courses with permission code provided, take placement tests prior
to term, watch add/drop and other deadlines on the academic calendar, and work with their high
school liaison to determine if the courses will apply to their high school diplomas. RCC is not
responsible for monitoring students’ enrollment.
John and Lillian Morris Scholarship
The John and Lillian Morris Scholarship aims to assist high school students’ complete certain RCC
certificate(s) prior to the student graduating from high school.
Students granted this scholarship are Extended Options students—they are to utilize both free COLLEGE
NOW courses available at their high school as well as traditional RCC courses to complete the certificate
they are pursuing. The scholarship covers all tuition, class fees, and book costs for traditional RCC courses.
Students take classes both in-person and online.
Qualifying Criteria and Application Process
The John and Lillian Morris Scholarship is open to high school students in their junior and senior high
school years at the following high schools:
o Butte Falls High School
o Crater High School
o Eagle Point High School
o Rogue River High Schools
As of the 2014-2015 application cycle, students must meet low-income criteria (qualify for free or reduced
lunch or meet low-income federal standards) or first-generation college student status (parent/guardian
never earned bachelor’s degree).
The scholarship is for students with career interests that align with RCC certificates in the following areas:
Health Care fields (including EMT/Paramedic, Fitness Technician, Health Care Informatics,
Clinical Lab Assistant, Community Health, Nursing, Human Services, Massage Therapy, and
Dental, Medical or Nursing Assisting)
High Technology: Industrial Technology (Manufacturing, Welding, Electronics, Hydraulics)
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Business and Information Systems (Business and Computers)
Early Childhood Education
Students apply by completing a paper application, available each spring. The applications are to be turned
into their high school liaison or RCC Admission Recruiter at their high school by the posted spring
deadline, typically in April. The application includes submitting transcripts, a teacher letter of
recommendation form (form provided), and a 2-3 paragraph personal statement of goals. Students must
take placement tests.
Student Responsibilities
Students are responsible to complete the annual Pathfinder Application for the John and Lillian Morris
Scholarship each year by the deadline, complete the online admission process to obtain an RCC
ID/password, self-register for courses each term, take placement tests and communicate with their high
school liaison about how the classes will fit into their schedules and if the courses apply to their high school
diplomas. Students are required to attend an orientation, check-out and return all books, and be aware of the
academic calendar deadlines (especially drop deadlines).
Students must maintain a 2.5 GPA per term in order to remain in the program. Students must also maintain
consistent enrollment throughout the academic year.
Course Selection
The course offerings under this program each term are determined by RCC staff and follow graduation
guides for approved certificates. Courses selected take into account student progress, course availability,
prerequisites, and book cost. Students are provided a registration permission code each term.
Administration and Funding of Scholarship
The John and Lillian Morris Foundation Scholarship is a limited-entry program administered by Pathfinder
Staff in the Department of Educational Partnerships at Rogue Community College.
This scholarship is funded through the generosity of the Morris Family Foundation.
Policies affecting all Pathfinder programs
Drop Policy Students are responsible to drop RCC Pathfinder courses by the drop deadlines for each term if they drop
the class at the high school, or if they decide to no longer pursue earning college credits for the course.
There are two withdraw dates to note:
Deadline to drop courses (Courses dropped prior to this deadline are not recorded on a students’
transcript. Courses dropped after this deadline are recorded as a W on the transcript).
Last day to withdraw (Courses can only be dropped prior to this deadline).
Drop deadlines are posted on the RCC Academic Calendar at
http://www.roguecc.edu/calendar/academic/ and in this handbook for the 2014-15 academic year.
To drop a course, students must log into their myRogue account and click on “Drop/Withdraw from
Classes.” To verify that the course is dropped, students should then check their course schedule. The course
will no longer show on the schedule if the drop was successful.
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Financial Aid Implications for Dual Credit Programs The credits high schools students earn through RCC’s Pathfinder programs may be may be a consideration
in their eligibility for future financial aid at RCC at other institutions.
It is important for students to realize that the college transcript they are building in high school is permanent
and can affect the student’s future ability to fund their post-high school education.
This is a good reason for students to be intentional about the courses and grades they allow to post to their
college transcript. We recommend that students only have passing grades of A, B, C and P (passing) on their
college transcript. Students should refer to drop policies and drop (or withdraw from) courses they will not
be successful in prior to the withdraw deadline.
A student with Ds, Fs and W’s on a college transcript may find that they are at risk of not meeting
Satisfactory Academic Progress standards when they apply for aid, which is defined at the federal level for
financial aid awards (federal and state grants, student employment and student loans). Further time and pace
requirements apply to Satisfactory Academic Progress; contact RCC’s Rogue Central Services
(http://www.roguecc.edu/Enrollment/RogueCentral.asp) for assistance with your financial aid questions.
Law Affecting Student Privacy: FERPA FERPA stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act. FERPA is a Federal law that protects the
privacy of students’ educational records. For purposes of definition, education records are those records
which are:
Directly related to a student
Maintained by an institution or a party acting for the institution.
FERPA gives students who reach the age of 18 or who attend a post-secondary institution the right to
inspect and review their own education records. Furthermore, students have other rights, including the right
to request amendment of records and to have some control over the disclosure of personally identifiable
information from these records. Under FERPA, RCC cannot release to anyone other than the student:
Financial records (accounts, financial aid, etc.)
Grades and GPA information
Class schedules, times, locations
Personally identifying information such as birth dates, RCC ID, and Social Security numbers.
For students enrolled in both high school and college at the same time, FERPA provisions allow the two
schools to exchange information. By completing the RCC online application, students authorize Rogue
Community College and the high school to share educational records. RCC’s Pathfinder Office acts as the
go-between for any sharing of information to ensure security; high school staff are to work through RCC
Pathfinder staff when student information is needed.
Additionally, the online application that students complete provides the option for students to grant another
person (parents, guardians, etc.) access to their educational records.
The public posting of grades either by name or social security number is a violation of FERPA, whether done
via paper source or online. Instructors who post grades should use a confidential system.
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Student transcripts Students registered for RCC courses through the various Pathfinder programs receive grades that are
recorded on their Rogue Community College transcript. Grades post to student transcripts on the
Wednesday following the end of the college term.
Students can access their unofficial transcripts for Rogue Community College at any time by accessing their
myRogue account and clicking on “Unofficial Transcript.” Students can also access the official transcript
request form from their myRogue account. Official transcripts cost $5 for one transcript plus $1 for each
additional transcript per order, and have a 10 day processing time.
Student Placement Testing Beginning in the 2014-15 academic year, 1-2 staff members in each high school will be trained as RCC
placement test proctors.
Placement tests may be required for high school students in COLLEGE NOW classes and will be required
for Early College and Extended Options programs prior to enrollment. The test is free. Students must
obtain an RCC ID# by completing the online RCC admission process prior to taking the placement test.
The test is untimed but usually takes about two hours to complete. The test proctor will go over the results
with the student after the test. Placement tests can be repeated once.
Placement test deadlines apply. Students should inquire with their high school liaison to find out more
information about the RCC placement test administered at their high school.
Students who Experience Disabilities High schools and colleges operate under different guidelines for students with disabilities. Students enrolled
in RCC’s various Pathfinder dual credit programs must meet the college requirements to be eligible for the
college credit. Reasonable adjustments in teaching methods and/or assessment delivery that do not alter the
essential content of a course may be possible, but all students must meet the student learning outcomes and
the assessment rigor of the course to be eligible for college credit.
Services for students who experience disabilities:
High school students taking COLLEGE NOW classes taught by high school teachers at the high
school are to work with their high school for accommodations or adjustments.
High school students taking RCC courses at an RCC campus should contact RCC’s Disability
Services Office. http://www.roguecc.edu/DisabilityServices/
Student Conduct/Academic Honesty Students enrolled in Pathfinder dual credit programs, including COLLEGE NOW, are earning both high
school and college credit for COLLEGE NOW courses offered at the high school. Students therefore are
expected to follow student conduct policies of both the high school and the college. RCC student polices
are found at http://www.roguecc.edu/Students/StuRights/StudentRightsFreedomsResp.pdf
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Oregon Dual Credit Standards
Oregon's dual credit programs create the opportunity for our students to take college-level courses while
still in high school. The Dual Credit Task Force found that, in 2005-06, one in seven Oregon juniors and
seniors took advantage of this opportunity, saving approximately $9 million in tuition. Through its pilot
analysis of the subsequent academic performance of these students, the Task Force also found that "in most
cases, dual credit students match or outperform their college-prepared counterparts in both community
college and university settings."
Thus, dual credit is currently a viable option for qualified students to begin post-secondary learning early,
and it can contribute significantly to meeting Oregon's 40-40-20 goal. As dual credit programs grow, it is
important to have a consistent set of standards and ways to ensure the standards are met. This is the
impetus for adopting the Oregon Standards for Dual Credit "COLLEGE NOW" Programs. Guided by
those standards the Task Force specifically recommends:
Strengthening faculty connections
o Regular, collegial interactions between high school faculty and their counterparts at
sponsoring college and universities are key to the success of these programs. Such
interactions characterize some programs already, but they need to be developed and
maintained throughout the state.
o The pool of high school teachers qualified to participate in dual credit programs
should be expanded.
Adopting systematic application and review processes for dual credit programs
o A standardized application process for new programs is needed.
o Individual programs should take advantage of system-level (CCWD and OUS)
studies of the subsequent academic performance of dual credit students. These
biennial studies, which were piloted in AY2007-08, will be supplemented on the “off
year” by more focused analysis of questions or trends that emerge from the data (for
example: persistence of dual credit students in math or writing).
o A sustainable means for verifying program quality is needed.
Enhancing public understanding of dual credit programs
o Dual credit programs should be continued and effectively publicized. They should be
recognized as one of the key paths for academic acceleration.
o Evidence of best practices and student success should be gathered systematically and
shared regularly – both with faculty in the programs and with the public.
The COLLEGE NOW program at Rogue Community College is sincere in implementing these
recommendations and uses them to guide the growth and maintenance of COLLEGE NOW and our other
Pathfinder programs. Pathfinder staff are focusing on streamlining processes for both faculty and students,
working with RCC faculty to add new COLLEGE NOW course articulations and instructors, continuing to
foster relationships with our high school partners, and updating our website and printed materials to align
with these standards.
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The Oregon Dual Credit Standards are divided into four categories with expectations listed in each
subcategory as noted below.
Curriculum 1
(C1)
College or university courses administered through a dual credit program are catalogued courses
and approved through the regular course approval process of the sponsoring college or university.
These courses have the same departmental designation, number, title, and credits as their college
counterparts, and they adhere to the same course descriptions.
Curriculum 2
(C2)
College or university courses administered through a dual credit program are recorded on the
official academic record for students at the sponsoring college or university.
Curriculum 3
(C3)
College or university courses administered through dual credit programs reflect the pedagogical,
theoretical and philosophical orientation of the colleges’ and universities’ sponsoring academic
departments.
Faculty 1
(F1)
Instructors teaching college or university courses through dual credit meet the academic
requirements for faculty and instructors teaching in post-secondary institutions as stipulated by the
respective academic departments.
Faculty 2
(F2)
The post-secondary institution provides high school instructors with training and orientation in
course curriculum, assessment criteria, course philosophy, and dual credit administrative
requirements before certifying the instructors to teach the college/university courses.
Faculty (F3) Instructors teaching dual credit sections are part of a continuing collegial interaction,
through professional development, seminars, site visits, and ongoing communication with
the post-secondary institutions’ faculty and dual credit administration. This interaction
addresses issues such as course content, course delivery, assessment, evaluation, and
professional development in the field of study.
Students 1
(S1)
High school students enrolled in courses administered through dual credit programs are officially
registered or admitted as degree-seeking, non-degree or non-matriculated students of the
sponsoring post-secondary institution.
Students 2
(S2)
Post-secondary institutions outline course requirements and prerequisites.
Students 3
(S3)
High school students are provided with a student guide that outlines their responsibilities as well as
guidelines for the transfer of credit.
Assessment
1 (A1)
Dual credit students are held to the same standards of achievement as those expected of students in
on-campus sections.
Assessment
2 (A2)
Every section of a course offered through dual credit is regularly reviewed by faculty from
that discipline and dual credit staff to assure that grading standards meet or exceed those in
on-campus sections.
Assessment
3 (A3)
Dual credit students are assessed using similar methods (e.g. papers, portfolios, quizzes, labs, etc.) as
their on-campus counterparts.
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COLLEGE NOW Calendar
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COLLEGE NOW
COLLEGE NOW is one of several Rogue Community College Pathfinder dual enrollment
programs, but is the largest in terms of the quantity of students participating. COLLEGE NOW courses
are taught by high school teachers at the high schools.
Rogue Community College’s COLLEGE NOW program allows high school students to earn college credit
for free in selected high school classes at the same time they are earning credit toward their high school
diploma. High school teachers who have been approved to teach COLLEGE NOW courses align the
content of their courses to mirror courses taught on the RCC campus.
Students are encouraged to utilize both COLLEGE NOW courses available at their high school (taught by
high school teachers) and Extended Options courses (traditional RCC courses taught by RCC faculty,
available at a discount if arranged through their high school) to complete a certificate or other RCC plan of
study while in high school (see Program Entry Points for High School Students, page 6).
Benefits of being a COLLEGE NOW Teacher:
You are helping your students:
o Earn college credit while in high school. Students leave high school with an RCC transcript.
o Save money on college. COLLEGE NOW credits are free.
o Be motivated to pursue more college after high school. Dual credit students are more likely
to pursue further college after high school graduation.
o Gain college preparation skills.
You are helping your school to expand early college credit opportunities and increase rigor of high
school courses.
It looks great on your resume.
Tuition Waiver
For professional development, COLLEGE NOW teachers are offered the opportunity to take the
RCC course (that they have been approved to teach for COLLEGE NOW) from a current RCC
instructor, tuition free. See Tuition Waiver, Appendix G.
Instructor and Course Approval Process (see New Instructor Checklist, Appendix B)
Are you interested in aligning your high school course to be a COLLEGE NOW course?
Step 1: Review:
The instructor qualifications and course requirements necessary for the course you are
interested in articulating. Appendix A contains the current list. (If you don’t see the course you
are looking for, see the New Articulations section below).
o Approved high school instructors are to meet the same hiring criteria as an RCC part-time
instructor. Specific requirements vary depending on the course and department. If you are
not sure if your qualifications meet the requirements as listed, email [email protected] with
your qualifications.
o The high school course and corresponding RCC course must cover the same content,
outcomes and expectations (we realize high school courses may be longer and could cover
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additional information). If there are questions about course content, please contact us for
more details.
The course articulation details for the course you are interested in, posted at:
http://www.roguecc.edu/HS/MISC_INFO/CNCourses.pdf. Some courses have handbooks or
checklists to also review at this link.
Step 2. Email [email protected] with your interest and to let us know you plan to apply. Educational
Partnerships will review any questions you may have prior to you officially applying.
Step 3: Apply online to be a COLLEGE NOW Instructor at https://jobs.roguecc.edu/ (Click
“search postings” with position type “COLLEGE NOW”).
Be sure to detail your education background, work experience, certificates, endorsements, etc., and
anything else that would help RCC departments to make a determination that you meet their specific
department hiring criteria.
You will need to upload your transcripts to the application. You do not need to upload a resume or
cover letter. Your application will be evaluated for eligibility by the RCC Department Chair and
COLLEGE NOW staff.
Step 4.) Educational Partnerships will contact you about:
Submitting a syllabus for each course (RCC syllabus template will be provided and must be in this
format). Final approval will not be given until an approved syllabus is approved by the RCC
Department Chair for each course.
Submitting a COLLEGE NOW annual Articulation Agreement.
The details necessary to obtain a faculty online account for class roster and gradebook.
New Course Articulations RCC’s Pathfinder Office is committed to growing COLLLEGE NOW offerings at our local high schools
and expanding early college credit opportunities for students. If you are interested in developing a new
course articulation, review the RCC course descriptions index at
http://www.roguecc.edu/CourseDescriptions/ and look for a class that appears similar to your high school
course. Next, contact us by email at [email protected]. Include your name, school, and educational
qualifications and experience. We will approach the Department Chair with the proposal. Be aware that new
course articulations can take a term or longer to be finalized and approved.
Articulation Agreement Policy Once an instructor and the course are approved, the Pathfinder Office will create an Annual Articulation
Agreement to be signed by the high school instructor, principal, the RCC Department Chair, the RCC
Educational Partnerships Director, and the RCC COLLEGE NOW Coordinator. The agreement states the
responsibilities of both the high school and the college, and outlines the active dual credit courses for the
year. Once signed by all parties, the Articulation Agreement is the formal notification of the approved
articulation. See Appendix H.
Syllabus Requirements COLLEGE NOW Instructors will be given a syllabus template upon applying to teach a COLLEGE NOW
course. All COLLEGE NOW syllabi must be in the approved Rogue Community College format. As
described in the course approval process, syllabi must be approved by the Department Chair for the course
in order for the teacher to be approved. Each syllabus is to include course-specific institutional learning
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outcomes (ILOs), course description, course calendar, grading expectations, required materials and activities.
Outcomes must match RCC stated course outcomes, although classroom activities may differ. See Appendix
C for approved syllabus format.
It is the responsibility of the high school instructors, within the first week of class, to provide a copy of their
course syllabus and to inform students of the status of the class as a COLLEGE NOW offering through
RCC (class syllabi should contain this information.) It is recommended that COLLEGE NOW instructors
regularly remind students of that fact.
RCC’s Commitment to COLLEGE NOW RCC’s COLLEGE NOW program is predicated on the collegial interactions between high school teachers
and college instructors. The sharing of content, research, ideas, methods, and assessment techniques all
contribute to the professional development of the instructor and the increased likelihood of success among
students. Pathfinder staff are committed to facilitating relationships with our high school partners, the
continued success of our students, and the growth and continuing improvement of RCC’s COLLEGE
NOW program.
COLLEGE NOW Program Geographical Area Public and private high schools in Jackson and Josephine counties are eligible to participate in Rogue
Community College’s COLLEGE NOW program.
High school teachers outside of Jackson or Josephine County should work with their local community
college to develop dual credit. Out of area teachers will only be considered for RCC’s COLLEGE NOW
program if their local community college does not have an equivalent course offering (regardless of dual
credit availability at that college). A letter from the local community college is required for every course of
interest, and must indicate local course availability and an indication of approval/denial of the teacher
partnering with an out-of-area college for dual credit.
Expectations of COLLEGE NOW Instructors High School Instructors are expected to:
Meet grading deadlines: COLLEGE NOW instructors are expected to submit student grades online during the RCC term the credit is earned (i.e., the end of semester 1 is during RCC winter term); see the RCC academic calendar. It is very important that grades are submitted on time.
Attend mandatory dual credit meetings: COLLEGE NOW instructors are expected to attend yearly dual credit meetings; these meetings are very important. Two mandatory meetings are required: 1.) a fall dual credit meeting held at the high school with Pathfinder staff, and 2.) a half-day department-specific meeting for course content alignment; see COLLEGE NOW calendar. The meetings are an opportunity to clarify any questions or concerns, have meaningful discussions with peers, and discuss curriculum with RCC instructors. Regular topics of discussion include course changes, outcomes, assessment methods, other possible course articulations, etc.
Monitor student registration: Students are required to register themselves online (see student registration process). COLLEGE NOW teachers should make sure that students have first obtained their RCC ID# before registering for the course(s). Instructors should keep students aware of required deadlines and facilitate class registration and drops as necessary. Instructors will be provided with the course permission code that students will need for course registration.
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Market program/provide handbook to students: COLLEGE NOW instructors are expected to promote COLLEGE NOW to their students. Students need to be clear about what their responsibilities are in order to earn college credit. Students should view the Pathfinder Handbook for Students on our website at http://www.roguecc.edu/COLLEGENOW/
Give students the required syllabus: COLLEGE NOW instructors will submit their course syllabi in the approved format to be reviewed and approved by the corresponding RCC department (approved format Appendix C). Your course must be approved before you can begin offering college credit. The course syllabus must be given to students within the first week.
Maintain current course content: COLLEGE NOW courses are to cover the same outcomes, content and expectations in the high school classroom as they do in the RCC classroom. Once the instructor and course syllabus are approved, the COLLEGE instructor is responsible for making changes in course content whenever the RCC course is updated. Those updates are discussed at annual dual credit meetings; your syllabi needs to be updated to reflect any changes and resubmitted.
Ask content questions: RCC department contacts are available via email (Appendix F), and it is anticipated that CN instructors will contact them whenever they have course content questions. RCC instructors will respond in a timely manner. If you would like to schedule a visit by a specific RCC department, or would like to bring students to tour a department, please contact the department head directly. In some cases there is a specific RCC teacher contact for a course; see the COLLEGE NOW course list (and associated links) for details.
Alert us with any changes in personnel: If a COLLEGE NOW approved instructor relinquishes their class to another teacher for whatever reason (illness, retirement, etc.), the replacement teacher is not automatically approved. The new teacher must go through the application and approval process. Notify the Pathfinder Office of any changes to the approved course teacher at [email protected].
Follow the processes for students with Disabilities: Make accommodations for IEP and 504 students in accordance with your school’s identified process. See the Students Experiencing Disabilities section of this handbook.
It is also suggested that instructors visit articulated classes at RCC at least once yearly.
Expectations of High School Administration High School Administrators are expected to:
Sign articulation contracts (See Articulation Contracts in this handbook regarding renewal).
Establish a staff member to be the Pathfinder liaison for your school.
Nominate 1 or 2 staff members to be approved placement test proctors.
Update their high school’s COLLEGE NOW course offerings list with the Pathfinder Office at the beginning of each school year, based on prior approval by RCC departments.
Read the Faculty and Student handbooks.
Educate students about the benefits of COLLEGE NOW and the other Pathfinder programs.
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Expectations of Students Students are expected to:
Register and enroll themselves in COLLEGE NOW courses through their online myRogue student
account.
Read the Pathfinder Handbook for Students, which detail important information regarding
COLLEGE NOW.
Complete college-level work.
Monitor their RCC academic transcript for accuracy. Students are expected to initiate contact with
their COLLEGE NOW instructor regarding any grade concern.
Know drop deadlines, and drop themselves from any RCC course prior to the published drop
deadline for any course that they feel they will not be successful in. See drop policy, page 11.
High School and RCC Term Alignment High school courses often span the entire year or a semester. RCC terms are 11 weeks. The RCC term that
is chosen for alignment is typically the term that is closest to the end of the high school course. Therefore, if
the high school course ends in June, then the RCC term that would be chosen for the course would be
spring term. With few exceptions, high school courses that end in January choose winter term. High school
teachers must follow the grading deadlines for the published RCC term that their course is aligned with.
Textbooks and Course Materials Ideally the high school course will use the same textbook as the corresponding RCC course. However,
budget restrictions may make it impossible to use the same text. High school content must be the same
regardless of what text is used. Contact [email protected] if you need assistance with books.
COLLEGE NOW Student Registration Process
Student Steps for Course Registration:
1.) Get Admitted to RCC. See Pathfinder Handbook for Students or
http://www.roguecc.edu/pathfinder
2.) Plan Courses. See Programs of Study for High School Students in this handbook.
3.) Register Online with Permission Code
a. Click on myRogue link www.roguecc.edu
b. Log in using RCC ID and password
c. Next, click on “Register with Permission Code”
d. Enter 4 digit Permission Code (front of postcard), Submit
e. After all courses have been entered Click Advance to Checkout
f. Click on I AGREE
g. Read Student Code of Contact and click on checkbox I Agree
h. Finish and View Payment Options
i. Click on “I Agree to Pay Later” (the course is completely free)
j. Review your Student Schedule and print to keep for your records
4.) Monitor Credits. Students are responsible for checking their MyRogue Account online to ensure
they are registered for the course.
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COLLEGE NOW instructors and liaisons are expected to assist in the student registration process for each
of their classes. Student registration MUST follow the same deadlines as on-campus courses and be
completed by the 8th week of the term, per new state standards. Late registrations will not be accepted.
The student registration process requires students to obtain an RCC ID# (which they obtain by applying
online for RCC Admission). The RCC ID number is generally applied for during the course of the high
school class with instructor assistance. It is strongly recommended that students use their SSN when filling
out the application for admission. Once students have an RCC ID#, they register themselves for the
appropriate course online using a permission code.
Course Permission Codes
Each COLLEGE NOW course and section will be assigned a unique permission code for each term
offered. COLLEGE NOW instructors will be given the code by the COLLEGE NOW Coordinator.
Note: Permission codes change every term and are created for the term in which a student receives a grade
(e.g., semester classes ending January 15 = RCC winter term).
Pathfinder Staff prepare registration postcards for high school teachers to distribute to facilitate this process.
These postcards detail the permission code step.
Drop Policy – see pg.11
Grading Policy and Procedures
Grading Policy
Individual RCC courses and departments may have specific criteria that must be met before a student is
eligible to earn college credit, i.e. all COLLEGE NOW math students are required to take the RCC math
final exam. It is the responsibility of the COLLEGE NOW instructor to maintain the integrity of the course
by ensuring that all requirements are met. Requirements for individual courses are available on the
COLLEGE NOW website.
In awarding grades, the college seeks to inform its students of their proficiencies in coursework. As a means
to this end, faculty are asked to establish and communicate on a syllabus for the student:
The evaluation of course achievement.
The type and degree of proficiency anticipated.
The policy of the instructor toward extended study.
Grading method (i.e., A-F or P, NP)
Students likewise have an obligation to measure their own desires and abilities relative to the study tasks
before them. Any time a task seems excessive in this regard, it is recommended that students seek help
through the instructor, high school counselor or the RCC Counseling Department. The quality of student
work is measured by a system of grades consisting of five letter grades which are used in calculating grade
point average.
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Current state and college regulations/policy dictate that all students in COLLEGE NOW or other dual
enrollment classes are graded on the same standards and under the same guidelines as any regular college
student. That means that College Now students can earn A - F, W, I, P, Z and NP grades that will show on
the official college transcript. RCC grading policy is at: http://www.roguecc.edu/SASP/CourseGrading.asp
Grading Procedure
COLLEGE NOW instructors are expected to enter their grades electronically through the RCC website and
according to grading deadlines.
Grades can be submitted anytime during the term as soon as your class is over. You do not have to wait until
the end of the term to submit grades for classes that end before the term is over. The deadline for grade
submission is 11:59 p.m. the first Monday following the end of each term. If the first Monday is a holiday,
then grades are due at 11:59 p.m. on the first Tuesday after the term ends. Please refer to the current
academic calendar for the exact due date. Grades can be submitted multiple times; each new submission
overrides the previous submission.
Meeting the submission deadline is necessary so students can access their grades online in a timely manner
and advisors have an accurate record of student progress. Grades are available online to students on the first
Wednesday after the term ends.
Grades Used in Calculating Grade Point Average (GPA):
A Superior 4
B Above Average 3
C Average 2
D Below Average 1
F No credit 0
Instructors may affix a plus or minus (+ or -) to the grades A through D. However, plus or minus does not
affect GPA9.
A "D" grade will not satisfy prerequisite or program requirements at RCC.
Grading definitions:
Pass (“P”) or No Pass (“NP”) is used for most academic skills development classes. A “P” grade
indicates the student has earned a “C” or better.
Generally “P” and “NP” grades may not be used for students in core program courses, nor are "A"
through "F" grades used if students are in academic skills development classes.
Withdrawal (“W”) is assigned when you withdraw from a class after the second Wednesday of the
term. NOTE: Classes can be DROPPED through the second Wednesday of the term and will not
appear on the transcript; after the second Wednesday, a “W” will show on the transcript. Grades of
“W” are not included in GPA calculations.
COLLGE NOW teachers are discouraged from assigning Z or I grades and may do so only on an approved
basis. Contact [email protected] to discuss the specific situation. Definitions of I and Z grades:
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Incomplete (“I”) is assigned when you have completed at least 75 percent of the coursework but a
prolonged excusable absence causes inability to finish the course by the end of the term.
“Z” indicates no basis for grade (e.g., student did not attend beyond the first third of the scheduled
class meetings). If student attended beyond the first third of the scheduled class meetings a grade for
the class other than “Z” must be assigned.
Entering Grades
The assignment of a grade is the responsibility of the instructor of record, and must be entered by the
published deadline. Faculty must have a RogueNet User Account in order to access Faculty Resources to
submit grades. Paper grade rosters are not accepted. Contact the Pathfinder office for assistance in acquiring
a RogueNet User Account. Grades are to be inputted online at http://www.roguecc.edu/fr and the interface
will be available at the beginning of the term.
Grade Changes
Rogue Community College requires that the instructor of the course authorize any grade changes, and it is
the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor about a grade concern. Grades can be changed by
RCC instructors through their RCC faculty accounts for several terms after the course ends. If you are
unable to change a grade through your faculty online account, email [email protected] with the course
name, term, student name, and correct grade.
Substitute Teachers, Student Teachers, and Personnel Changes A substitute teacher who teaches more than 20% of an articulated course may not offer COLLEGE NOW
credit unless the substitute has the certification requirements in the content area and is approved for
COLLEGE NOW certification.
Student teachers may not teach in a COLLEGE NOW class without prior approval in the content area. Such
practice will result in voiding the articulation agreement for that class.
Any change in personnel in a COLLEGE NOW class must be reported by email to [email protected] at
the time of the change. Students will not receive credit if a non-certified instructor is teaching more than
20% of the course.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Pathfinder, COLLEGE NOW, 2+2, traditional RCC courses and
Expanded Options terminology? Pathfinder is an overarching term referring to all of our high school programs at Rogue
Community College.
COLLEGE NOW is a Pathfinder program that is distinguished by high school teachers
teaching the courses at high school facilities. COLLEGE NOW classes are free to students.
2+2 is no longer a term that is used. It is the old name for COLLEGE NOW.
Traditional RCC Courses are taught by RCC faculty using RCC facilities, offered at a discount
to high school students if arranged through their high school coordinator.
Extended Options refers to students taking both COLLEGE NOW courses taught by their
high school teachers and traditional RCC courses to progress towards an RCC certificate or plan.
I’ve forgotten my login and password to enter grades for my COLLEGE NOW class. What should I
do?
Contact Pathfinder staff at [email protected] for assistance.
My high school course has a different timeline than a typical RCC term. How does this work?
The terms typically do not align perfectly, but the closest alignment term is chosen. See page 22.
I’m not sure if my qualifications meet the criteria that is required for the COLLEGE NOW course I
am interested in. Can this be determined before I apply?
Email us at [email protected] with your qualifications and any other experience you think is
relevant. We can discuss it your qualifications with the Department Chair prior to you applying if
you are not sure if you meet the criteria. Keep in mind that high school teachers authorized for
COLLEGE NOW are meeting the same standards that the RCC Academic Department uses
when hiring any part-time faculty member.
Can I submit my grades late or on paper?
No, you must your submit grades online by the published deadline. Pathfinder staff have over
300 COLLEGE NOW courses to track each term during the grading period each term.
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Appendix A. COLLEGE NOW Instructor Qualifications, Course Requirements Instructor qualifications and course requirements vary by RCC academic department.
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Appendix B. New Instructor Checklist
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Appendix C –Approved RCC Course Syllabus Format COURSE SYLLABUS
RCC Course #
RCC Course Credits
Date
Course Title: RCC Course Title
Institution: Rogue Community College
High School Location: Your high school name
Instructor: Your name
Contact Information:
Email: Your email
Phone: Your phone number
Length of RCC Course: RCC course length (from RCC course outline)
Length of HS Course: Length of your course (i.e., semesters, trimesters, etc. if it takes 1 semester or 3 semesters to earn the RCC credit, please explain that here)
Name/s of HS Course/s:
This is the name or names of the courses a student has to take in order to earn credit for this RCC course
Prerequisites: RCC course prerequisites (from RCC course outline)
Department Assignment:
RCC Dept. (from RCC course outline )
Course Description: RCC Course Description (from RCC course outline)
Intended Course Outcomes and key ISLO (Institutional Student Learning Outcomes) indicators:
On successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
(READ & THEN DELETE THIS SAMPLE ILO TABLE FROM YOUR SYLLABUS…
The ILO table containing the information you need for your course can be found in the RCC Course Outline located at the
“CN Courses” link to the left of each course listing (www.roguecc.edu/hsoutreach/collegenow). Open the course outline for your
course, cut & paste the ILO table directly from the RCC course outline into this document, deleting the sample table below.
You may add (in addition to the information already listed) information in the Assessment Methods column if you have
assessments not already listed, but do not delete.
THIS IS A SAMPLE – you will need to place the ILO table from your class in this space
Intended Outcomes: Key ISLO Indicators:
Assessment Methods:
1. Develop and demonstrate
knowledge of the basic
conventions of standard written
English by emphasizing sentence
structure and variety in a
coherent, unified essay format.
Comm2 Expresses ideas clearly
in oral, written and visual work.
1. Out-of-class paper assignments. In-class writings. End-of-term test assessing editing skills and sentence combining skills.
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2. Write essays that demonstrate
an understanding of essay
structure organization, unity,
coherence, and support and
which effectively communicate
information in a variety of
rhetorical forms.
Comm2 Expresses ideas clearly
in oral, written and visual work.
2. Out-of-class paper assignments. In-class writings.
Please complete this section relative to your high school course (instructions in each section on the right): Required Text(s): High School text information
Materials: High school materials information
Grading: Your grading criteria. Include any information regarding instructor policy on missed exams and late work, grading scale and standards.
Expectations for Students:
Attendance policy: Your expectations around absence notification, making up for missed work, attendance related to class participation, etc.
Academic Honesty: This is RCC’s basic Academic Integrity guideline: “Cheating, plagiarism, and other acts of academic dishonesty are regarded as serious offenses. Instructors have the right to take action on any suspected acts of academic dishonesty. Depending on the nature of the offense, serious penalties may be imposed, ranging from loss of points to expulsion from the class or college” Any other components relative to your specific course should be added as well.
Additional course information:
Please add anything in these last lines that helps describe your course to your RCC department contact.
Tentative course schedule
Note: This is subject to change.
Please list your high school course schedule in format similar to the sample below for your high school course, format may vary as long as the RCC dept. can see that the RCC course content is covered:
THIS IS A SAMPLE FORMAT -- delete & insert your course tentative schedule
Week 1 Introduction to the course, writing diagnostics, parts of speech
Week 2 Parts of paragraphs and essays, prewriting, subjects and verbs
Week 3 Writing Paragraphs and Essays – example format
Include: Dates of major assignments, papers, field trips, projects, etc. Dates of tests, midterm(s) and final. Disclaimer stating dates may change.
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Appendix D: Tutorial -- How to obtain an RCC ID#
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Appendix E– Tutorial for How to Enter Grades Step 1. Open any web browser.
Step 2. Go directly to www.roguecc.edu
Step 3. Click on INTRANET (Faculty/Staff)
Step 4. Click on Input grades, class rosters, admin drop (log in)
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Step 5. Use Input grades for current term grading
Use Change Prior term grades to update and correct any grading issues from previous term. (Note: Please
use discretion as this is audited annually.)
Step 6. Choose specific course.
Step 7. (See image below) Check the roster to ensure all students are correct.
When all grades are entered click Save/Submit Grades button at the bottom of the screen. There is a 30
minute limit in the grading area so please be sure to click Save/Submit every 30 minutes. Congratulations
you are done grading! Always click on the LOG OUT button on the top right-hand corner of the screen
upon completion of grading.
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Appendix F: RCC Department Contacts
All COLLEGE NOW teacher approvals and other questions must be directed to the Pathfinder Office
([email protected]; 541-245-7806). COLLEGE NOW faculty may use the contacts below to discuss course
content questions.
RCC DEPARTMENT RCC DEPT CONTACT CONTACT
INFORMATION
Humanities Verne Underwood
Department Chair
541.245.7569
Theater Arts Verne Underwood
Department Chair
541.245.7569
Business Technology Randy Wade Department
Chair
541.956.7076
541.245.7531
Computer Science Juliet Long
Department Chair
541.956.7051
Early Childhood &
Elementary Education
Eileen Micke-Johnson
Department Chair
541.245.7553
Allied Health Kenton Gould
Training Service Coordinator
541.245.7707
Career & Guidance Michelle Gray
RCC Faculty
541.245.7754
Math Doug Gardner
Department Chair
541.956.7505
Science Jim VanBrunt
Department Chair
541.956.7081 / 245.7657
Electronics Dave McKeen
Department Chair
541.245.7844
Social Science New for 2012-13
Department Chair
541.956.7070 / 245.7521
Automotive Technology Pete Ridgeway / Paul
Boothroyd
Co-Department Coordinators
541.956.7172 or 7173
Welding Technology Todd Giesbrecht
Department Chair
541.973.9582 / 245.7825
Manufacturing Technology Stephen Foster
Department Chair
541.245.7928
Construction Technology Ralph Henderson
Department Chair
541.245.7907
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Appendix G. Instructor Tuition Waiver Authorization
TUITION WAIVER AUTHORIZATION
COLLEGE NOW teachers are offered the opportunity to take RCC courses (taught by RCC faculty) for
the same classes they plan to teach at their high school, tuition free, with prior approval from the RCC
department.
High School teacher is responsible for paying associated fees; only tuition will be waived.
Procedure:
Before you can register for a class using this tuition waiver, you must be an admitted RCC student
with an RCC ID#. You may already have attended RCC and have your RCC ID.
Go to the RCC website www.roguecc.edu, click on “myRogue” and sign in using your RCC ID (or
SSN if you don’t know your ID#) and password (MMDD of your date of birth if you are logging in
for the first time).
If you do have an RCC ID, please update your personal information. Skip the next step.
If you don’t have an RCC ID, go to the RCC homepage www.roguecc.edu, go to “start now” then to
“Previous College” and complete the online admission process. You will be given an RCC ID at
completion.
Now that you have an RCC ID, go to the RCC course schedule to find information about the course
you want to take.
Fill out the form below, save it associated with your name (i.e., JonesWaiverCS120), and email to
[email protected]; type “College Now tuition waiver” in the subject line. Put a note in the body of
the email stating that you wish to take the class listed on the form. You will be contacted by
someone in the Pathfinder Office.
Personal Information (please tab through and complete):
Your name RCC ID
Your high school
Street Address City
State Zip
Daytime phone
Email address
Term waiver will be used
(Fall,Winter,Spring,Summer)
Course Information (please tab through and complete):
RCC Class/es (course #/name/section): Day/Campus Credits Instructor
For use by RCC only ________________________________________________________________________________________ Approved by Pathfinder office Date ________________________________________________________________________________________ Approved by RCC Department Chair (this may be by email with notation on this form) Date
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Appendix H. Articulation Agreement
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Appendix H. Sample Extended Options High School Flyer