Student Contract

Soc 4013: Sociological Theory

 

Read each statement carefully. Then send an e-mail using an RSU Student Email account to me (felwell@rsu.edu) in the following manner: Copy and paste this contract into the body of the e-mail.

In the Subject line type: Sociological Theory Contract/Your Name/Agree

When you include the word “Agree,” I will consider that as a signed contract. If you do not feel you are able to agree to this contract, please plan to drop the course as soon as possible. If you have questions, please contact me via e-mail at the above address.

  1. I have read and understand the guidelines and requirements in the course outline, syllabus, and schedule. I have also read and understand the plagiarism statements for RSU.
  2. I understand that I am to maintain contact with my professor through the RSU email system and check into the course page for announcements and such on a regular basis.
  3. I understand that a 3-hour credit course, in addition to the typical 3 hours of contact time per week, usually requires at least 5-6 additional hours of time per week. I understand this means I should expect to spend approximately 8-10 hours per week on this course.
  4. I understand that active reading and participation are required for this course. I understand that this class requires that I complete answers to the study guide before taking each exam.
  5. I understand that works studied in this course may contain controversial and / or potentially sensitive material. I will be civil at all times with my classmates and my professor and expect civility from others.

In return for your agreement you can expect that I will treat you in a fair and equitable manner. I have high expectations for my students, but they are not unreasonable. Should you send me an e-mail through the RSU system you can expect a timely (though not instant) response. Assuming that you are of junior or senior standing, have reasonably good writing skills, and will put the work into the course that is required, you should do fine.

I look forward to teaching the course.