C
Rule for Majors
Effective
FALL 2003
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For in-major upper-division courses, "C
Rule:
As of Fall Semester 2003, all courses that are applicable toward
fulfillment of the requirements for a major in Modern Languages
must be passed with a grade of C or better in order for the
course to count toward the major." |
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| Oral
Proficiency Interview |
| During
their final semester before graduation, all French and Spanish majors
and double majors are required to do an oral proficiency interview
(OPI) with a certified faculty tester. Details can be viewed here.
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| Appeal
Process |
| Appeal
Process: If you find yourself in a situation where you have
a problem or a disagreement with your instructor about any of
the policies stated in this syllabus, it is very important to
follow the steps listed below, in the order given:
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Discuss with your Instructor the nature of your concern.
This is where 99% of any disagreements are resolved, so give
this your full attention and cooperation.
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If, after talking to your Instructor, you feel that the situation
has not been resolved you should then talk to the Section Coordinator
(name, phone). The Section Coordinator will first determine
that the Instructor has had the opportunity to discuss your
situation with you. The coordinator then will make a determination
only after having heard about the situation from all of the
parties involved. This is where virtually all remaining conflicts
will be resolved.
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In the highly unusual case that you are still not satisfied,
the next step is to contact the Modern Languages Department
Chair. Again, the Department Chair will ensure that both the
Instructor and Section Chair have discussed your situation with
you before proceeding with your complaint."
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| Academic
Dishonesty |
| "Academic
Dishonesty: The Department of Modern Languages has no tolerance
for violations of the Student Code of Conduct, among which plagiarism
in particular is one of the most serious offenses. As an academic
institution, The University of Akron encourages students to learn
from and build upon the work of others. However, when a student
creates a work that incorporates the words or ideas of another,
he or she must properly acknowledge the source of that information.
Failure to do so constitutes plagiarism and is prohibited
by University Rule 3359-42-01 http://www.uakron.edu/ogc/rules/Rules40/42-01f.pdf.
Under
University Rule 3359-41-02 http://www.uakron.edu/ogc/rules/Rules40/41-02.pdf,
plagiarism constitutes a type of student misconduct that is punishable
by formal disciplinary probation, suspension, or dismissal from
the University. It is the responsibility of all University of
Akron students to know what plagiarism is and how to avoid it.
For more information see:
http://www.uakron.edu/studentaff/osd/stu-jud.php, and http://www.uakron.edu/ogc/PreventiveLaw/plagiarism.php. |
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New
Transient Student Policy (College
"C-" Rule)
Effective FALL 2003 |
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Effective
Fall 2003, if a student takes a course as a transient student
at another institution, the student must earn a grade of C-
or better in order for the credits to apply. This policy is stated
on page 45 of the 2003-2004 Undergraduate Bulletin. Item #3 of
the updated policy states:
A student must earn a grade of “C-” or better in the
course at the other institution in order for the credits to
apply towards the student’s degree requirements at The
University of Akron.
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| Transfer
Coursework for Transfer Students
who are admitted to the University of Akron
Effective
Spring 2004 |
| Please
be advised that effective Spring 2004, The University of Akron
will transfer credit only for coursework taken in which the student
receives a grade of “C-” or higher from the other institution.
If a student receives a lower than C-, no credit will be given
nor can the department accept the course. The student will
receive zero credit for the course. If the course is required
by the department/college, it must be retaken.
This
new policy is on page 48 of the 2003-2004 Undergraduate Bulletin
; below please read an important part of the new policy follows
as stated in the Bulletin:
The
University of Akron awards transfer credit for college-level
coursework completed at an accredited institution as designated
in Accredited Institutions of Postsecondary Education Programs/Candidates
with earned grades of “C-” or better. A summary of
the number of credits accepted will be listed on the official
academic transcript along with the name of the institution and
dates of attendance.
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