Service Learning credit requires behaviors that include a
commitment to timeliness, responsibility and cooperation, and above
average writing and speaking skills, as well as an attitude of respect
for colleagues and mentors (instructors are mentors!).
Course Policies/Requirements
Attendance, engagement and respectful participation with the
Service Learning Agencies are essential. The effort you put forth in and
out of class is a strong indication of your commitment and
professionalism. Tardiness and leaving early are distracting and disrupt
your service learning experience/agency.
Completion of all assignments by the due date listed on the
syllabus is a requirement. Late applications for enrollment forms, time
sheets and final reflection evaluations must be turned in on or before
deadlines. Only with the permission of the instructor, and/or your
campus coordinator, will these forms be accepted past the deadline. Full
Credit Points will be awarded or deducted on the basis of completion of
these syllabi requirements.
Keep a copy of all (3) forms/work documents that you turn in.
The Service Learning Coordinator reserves the right to make changes
in the syllabus and/or office hours as deemed necessary. When possible
you will be notified of changes; please stop by room C-206 and a note
will be posted on the door.
Service Learning Policies
Evaluation Criteria:
Final numerical valuations (total points given) relating to letter grade will vary depending on your individual instructor.
Medical Reimbursement
DCCCD students will be responsible for their own transportation,
meals and health care while participating in the field-based program.
Students will be responsible for any expenses incurred in conjunction
with injuries that may occur during field-based classes/components. The
DCCCD District will not reimburse the student for any expenses related
to the Service Learning program, including injuries or illnesses.
Criminal Record Check
Depending on the school or agency participating in Service
Learning, NLC students may be required to complete a Criminal Record
(Background) Check (CRC) form. The CRC form should be completed during
the first 2 weeks of classes (see website for the DCCCD Service Learning
timetable for the current semester) and returned to the Service
Learning school or agency’s personnel office. Students should be
notified of results within 7 days. Contact the participating school or
agency for further information. If a CRC form result is rejected,
the students must inform their instructor for alternative assignments.
Students are responsible for any loss of credit for the class in which
they are enrolled.
Maintaining Eligibility
You must follow the syllabus and the appropriate deadlines to receive credit in your academic class.
Credit/Grade Grievance for Non-Completion
You have the responsibility to complete all course requirements on
or before all deadlines. Grade grievances must be expressed in writing
first with your course instructor, then to the Service Learning
Coordinator.
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)
If you are a student who requires accommodations in compliance with
the ADA, please consult with the Service Learning Coordinator at the
beginning of the semester. To prevent discrimination, the coordinator is
required by law to provide “reasonable accommodation” to students with
disabilities.Your responsibility is to inform the coordinator of the
disability at the beginning of the semester and provide documentation
authorizing the specific accommodation. Disability Services at North
Lake College, located in room A-413, is responsible for verifying
authorization and implementing accommodations to ensure equal
opportunity in all programs and activities.
Courtesy
As a courtesy to your agency, please turn off all electronic devices such as cell phones and pagers while at the Service Agency.