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2009-2010
Mission Statement
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Department Support
Instructional Responsibilities
Instructional Responsibilities
Appendices
FAQ’s
Confidentiality
Grades
Instructional Support
Mission Statement
Welcome To The Department of Movement Science!
Mission: The Department of Movement Science is a multidisciplinary unit which
encompasses programs in Physical Education, Health Education, Exercise Science,
Athletic Training, and Sport Leadership bound by the common theme of movement as
the basis for healthy living. The department contributes to the enrichment of society
through excellent teaching, scholarly activity, and service which reflect the department's
commitment to university, community, state, national, and global issues related to
healthy, active lifestyles.
Let us begin by stating the obvious. The Department of Movement Science cannot
accomplish this important mission without the contributions of its many dedicated,
committed Adjunct Faculty Members. Because your role as an Adjunct Faculty Member is
crucial to the overall success of our Department, we are deeply committed to providing you
with as much assistance as possible as you undertake the important job of planning and
implementing the instruction of your courses. If we can help you in any way, please feel
free to contact us. We look forward to meeting you and working with you in providing our
students with the best educational experience possible.
Department Support
Tenure Track Faculty
Shari Bartz Assistant Professor Heather Peddie, Visiting Professor Patti Rowe, Professor
B2-212 Mackinac Hall B2-207 Mackinac Hall B2-239 Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-3044 (616) 331-3397 (616) 331-3357
bartzs@gvsu.edu peddieh@gvsu.edu rowep@gvsu.edu
Athletic Training Exercise Science Sport Leadership
Brian Hatzel, Unit Head Jim Scott, Associate Professor Rick Albrecht, Associate Professor
Associate Professor B2-200 Mackinac Hall B2-216 Mackinac Hall
B2-218 Mackinac Hall (616) 331-3228 (616) 331-2432
(616) 331-8538 scottj@gvsu.edu albrechr@gvsu.edu
hatzelb@gvsu.edu
Athletic Training Exercise Science Sport Leadership
Tonya Parker, Assistant Professor Ross Sherman, Associate Professor Dana Munk, Assistant Unit Head
B2-208 Mackinac Hall B2-201 Mackinac Hall Associate Professor
(616) 331-3962 (616) 331-8608 B2-220 Mackinac Hall
parkert@gvsu.edu schermanro@gvsu.edu (616) 331-8539
munkd@gvsu.edu
Athletic Training K-12 Professional Instruction Sport Leadership
Doug Woods, Instructor Ingrid Johnson, Assistant Professor James Padilla, Assistant Professor
94 Fieldhouse B2-211 Mackinac Hall B2-213 Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-3135 (616) 331-8873 (616) 331-8874
woodsd@gvsu.edu johnsoi@gvsu.edu padillja@gvsu.edu
Exercise Science K-12 Professional Instruction
Chris Beaudoin, Associate Professor Coleen Meyer, Visiting Professor Chris DeMichieli, Department
B2-222 Mackinac Hall B2-203 Mackinac Hall Coodinator
(616) 331-3023 (616) 331-8869 B2-235 Mackinac Hall
beaudoic@gvsu.edu meyercol@gvsu.edu (616) 331-2559
demichch@gvsu.edu
Exercise Science K-12 Professional Instruction
Amy Crawley, Visiting Professor John Kilbourne, Professor Roxanne Mol, Dep. Secretary
B2-209 Mackinac Hall B2-210 Mackinac Hall B2-235 Mackinac Hall
(616) 331-8872 (616) 331-8683 (616) 331-3515
crawleam@gvsu.edu kilbourj@gvsu.edu molr@gvsu.edu
Instructional Responsibilities
Instructional Responsibilities
• Syllabus Information
• Grading Information
• Class Cancellations
• Course Evaluations
• Appendices
Instructional Responsibilities
As faculty, we are always modeling professional behavior for our students. We have a responsibility
to conduct all business with our students – inside and outside of class – in a professional and
courteous manner. In addition, it is important that all students have an equal opportunity to learn
and demonstrate their understanding of the course material. Therefore, we need to be particularly
sensitive to students with special (physical or emotional) concerns.
Course Syllabi*
The course syllabus is your official contract with your students. You will be provided with a
sample syllabus for your course. Please make the syllabus available during your first class
meeting (either a hard copy for each student or an “electronic” copy on Blackboard). Essential
elements of a course syllabus that are required by the University include the following:
* Please provide the Movement Science Department with an electronic version of your course
syllabus at the beginning of each semester. One will remain on file in the Department office, the
other will be sent to the College of Liberal Art’s Dean’s Office.
Office Hours
As instructors, we have an obligation to provide support and assistance to all our students. To
this end, all GVSU faculty members are expected to hold regularly scheduled office hours during
the semesters in which they are teaching. Please announce your office hours to all your classes,
post them on your course syllabus, and make arrangements to be available during all posted office
hours. If an emergency arises that prevents you from keeping your office hours, please notify the
Department Office (616) 331-3515.
Cancelled Classes
All GVSU faculty members are obligated to meet every scheduled class. If, due to circumstances
beyond your control, you must cancel a class, email your students and instruct them on what to do.
You will also need to contact the Department of Movement Science office at (616) 331-3515. This
will allow our staff to post a cancellation notice at the location of the class and respond to any
student inquiries. In cases where your absence can be anticipated, you must obtain approval from
the Department Unit Head. You are solely responsible for securing a suitable substitute instructor
to meet with your class during your absence. Because every class session is intended to be an
educational experience, the substitute you choose should contribute to the overall course objectives.
Substitutes should NOT be selected to merely provide “cover” for your course. All classes you
cancel, whether prearranged or unexpected, must be reported to the Department by filing a “Class
Coverage/Cancellation Form” with the Departmental Coordinator. These need to be completed and
turned in to the office prior to class being cancelled or substituted, in those cases where it is known
that you will be missing a class. For those cases where cancellation is unexpected, a form needs to
be completed and turned in a week after you return to work. (See form example in appendices.
Official forms are available in the FH Adjunct Faculty Office or in the main office in B-2-235
MAK.)
Closed-Class Permits
Movement Science Faculty do not have the authority to issue closed class permits. Please direct
students seeking closed class permits to the Movement Science Departmental Office. Students
must submit a completed Enrollment Request Form and a current Degree Analysis. Student
enrollment into needed courses will be determined by following the Department Enrollment
Management procedures. (See appendices for example of form.)
Grading Policies
Grade Report. Grades are to be submitted online via the MyBanner Self-Service system at the
end of each semester. You will be informed of dates and times in advance.
Mid-Semester Grades. You may also be asked to submit mid-semester grades for some of your
students. The Registrar collects mid-semester grades for all freshmen and for any undergraduate
in “other than good academic standing”. You will be notified by e-mail that midterm grades are
available online. You will log onto MyBanner Self-Service to submit them.
Giving an “Incomplete”. A grade of “I” (Incomplete) should only be given in truly extenuating
circumstances and only if the student has completed most (minimum of 2/3) of the required work
in the course. Do not enter into an agreement to give an incomplete grade if you are not returning
to teach at the University. The terms of such an agreement must be specified in the “Incomplete
Grade Form” (available in the Movement Science Departmental Office) which must be submitted
on or before the day grades are due online at the end of the semester (Make sure to include the
specific date the missing work will be completed).
Changing a Grade. Obviously, a student’s grades should be changed only when warranted
(incorrect calculation of the grade, etc.). The purpose of the grade change is not to bailout a
student who has performed more poorly than he/she expected or because the grade earned will
have serious repercussions. Any change of grade must be consistent with the highest level of
personal and academic integrity. A “Grade Change Form” indicating the reason for the change
must accompany all grade change requests (available in the Movement Science Departmental
Office). The form must also be approved by the Department Unit Head and signed by the Dean
of CLAS.
Course Evaluations
Course evaluations are completed by students online for each section of all regular classes and
labs taught through the Department of Movement Science.
Examinations
You are responsible for proctoring all quizzes, tests, and final examinations. Final examinations
are a part of each course unless specifically waived by the Dean of CLAS. Final examinations
are to be administered in accordance with the final examination schedule, which is listed on the
GVSU Registrar’s website each semester. Any deviation from the schedule must be approved by
the Dean of CLAS, with the ONLY exception being PED 100 level Activity/Skill classes, which
have the option of holding their final exams the last week of classes.
Be certain the caller can provide Campus Police/EMS with the following information:
● Location (specific building and room number as well as general location in the building (e.g.,
basement, Fieldhouse Arena, Swimming Pool, etc.). Directions to the Fieldhouse are as
follows:
Take M-45 (Lake Michigan Drive) entrance into GVSU campus. Take the third
road on the right (Lot C) then turn left onto Campus Drive at the northeast side of
the Fieldhouse.
After the emergency situation subsides, make complete notes to yourself regarding the type of
activity, the type, severity, and cause of injury, and emergency medical procedures you
employed. An Accident/Injury Report must be completed and submitted to the Department of
Movement Science’s main office immediately following the accident/injury. (The forms are
available in the main office or in the FH adjunct faculty office). You may contact the Department
Coordinator for questions or assistance.
In addition, a copy of the Accident/Injury Report must be submitted to the Recreational Center
for all accidents/injuries that have occurred in the GVSU Recreational facilities (i.e., TRF, Rec.
Center, outside courts).
Online Evaluation Process
Instruct your student to complete course evaluation for your classes online
utilizing their Blackboard Account.
Instructors should receive an email reminding them of the times that the
evaluations will take place.
You will not need to devote any class time for the process other than to
summarize the information in this document. It is important, however, to
notify students on the dates they can go online to complete their
evaluations, and emphasize that completing the evaluation is part of the
course responsibilities.
Contact the Movement Science office with any questions concerning this
procedure.
Instructional Responsibilities
Appendices
FAQ’s
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I gain access to Blackboard? Once your I-9 form has been completed
and filed with Human Resources, you will receive a login user ID and
password that will give you access to the university computers, GroupWise
and Blackboard. After you have received your log in information from the
Movement Science secretary, Jill, you can access Blackboard using your
GroupWise log in and password. Please note: Your students will not have
access until you “turn on” each course that you are teaching. You do this by
clicking one at a time on the courses that you will be teaching and then doing
the following:
click on the Control Panel (found on the main menu) settings course
availabilityclick yes and then submit.
If you have any trouble with the above process, please call the IT Help Desk
at 331-2101. If you for any reason do not have access to Blackboard after
following the above directions, please contact the academic coordinator,
Chris, in the Movement Science Department.
3. What if a student is not attending? Notify the student by email and make
sure to copy the department chair.
5. Do I need to give a final exam? Must it be during regular exam time? Yes, all
students are to be assessed on their knowledge and, if appropriate, any skills
that are part of course objectives. An exam or other culminating experience
must be held during regular exam time. Any deviation from the schedule
must be approved by the Dean of CLAS, with the ONLY exception being PED
100 level Activity/Skill classes, which have the option of holding their final
exams the last week of classes. If activity space is needed, please reserve
through the department coordinator.
6. Where do I find an official class list? You will be given an official class list at
the beginning of each semester and one week after the start up of classes (to
see who has dropped or registered late for class). They will be placed in your
mailbox. The class list can also be obtained anytime by going onto Banner. It
is found under Summary Class List. You will need the CRN #.
7. What if a student is not on the class list but thinks they are registered? Send
the student to the Registration window at 150 Student Service to find out
why they are not on the list.
8. May I give a student an “incomplete” for a grade? Yes, but ONLY under
extreme and unavoidable circumstances such as family death or critical
medical conditions.
10. How do I obtain my end of the semester Teaching Evaluations? You should
receive an email that notifies you that the evaluations are ready to be picked
up. The evaluations are distributed approximately one month after the final
exams. They will be placed in your mailbox.
11. Where do I get printer cartridges for the adjunct printer when the ink runs
out? Pull out the empty cartridge and bring it to the receptionist (secretary
or student worker) at the front desk in the Department of Movement Science
main office. You will receive a new cartridge from the receptionist.
12. How do I gain access to Blackboard? Once you have received, signed, and sent
in your contract to the CLAS dean’s office and gone to H.R. to fill out
paperwork, our office will set you up with Blackboard. Contract and H.R.
forms must be done before you can gain access.
13. How do I gain access to Banner? Your contract must first be signed and
received by CLAS dean’s office and your I-9 completed with Human
Resources. Sign up for the Self-Pace Option on Informational Technology
website (click on seminars). They will send you your G# and password with
instructions on how to do grades on Banner.
Date(s) of Coverage/Cancellation_________________________________________________________
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Confidentiality
FERPA for Faculty/Staff
Grand Valley State University
Contact the Registrar’s office if you have any questions (616) 331-3327
FERPA - Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act requires that the university establish a policy
and adopt and enforce procedures to protect the confidentiality, accuracy and privacy of the
information it collects on its students. The information collected on students may be viewed by
those individuals who have a “business” need to use the data as determined by the University’s
FERPA Officer; the Responsible Officer at Grand Valley is the Registrar.
At Grand Valley, access to student educational records without prior consent of the student is
limited to those faculty, administrators and staff who individually or collectively, are acting in the
student's educational interest, within the limitations of their need to know.
DO - Obtain a written release from a student when using educational record information for a
recommendation. For example, if you want to refer to a student's GPA, class standing, or a
particular grade in a course in a recommendation, you would need to obtain a written release from
the student.
WHY? Because this type of data is considered part of the student's educational record and
therefore it is protected under FERPA.
DON'T - Post student grades by name, by student number or in any other personally identifiable
manner. Student ID numbers should be used for internal use only and should never be released or
posted publicly. Grades are available on the web the morning following the grading deadline. If
you use Blackboard and the grade book function the students can all view their grades.
DON'T leave graded papers with student names or student numbers on a table for students to
collect themselves. The idea is to prevent students from seeing one another's grades and personal
information.
DO lock up file cabinets and secure rooms that are used for storing confidential student files.
DON'T just toss degree audits, transcripts, grades, etc. in the trash barrel. Any piece of paper with
personally identifiable information on it needs to be destroyed properly. Shred it!
DON’T ask for students’ social security numbers unless required by law. Student ID numbers
should be used for internal use only and should never be released or posted publicly.
FERPA allows the release of certain pieces of “directory information” without the prior written
consent of the student. Each college and university identifies what, if any, information will be
considered as “directory information.” The student has the legal right to “opt out” of the directory
so that no information is released to anyone at anytime unless written consent is granted. Our
directory information includes the following:
Name, local phone number and email address – this information appears in the
PeopleFinder on the Grand Valley home page. The University does NOT print a directory,
nor do we release the directory in an electronic or list type format.
NO- If the student has requested that directory information be withheld, no information can be
released.
YES- If the student has NOT requested that directory information be withheld.
Those students who do not desire the release of directory information can request the privacy block in
person at the Student Assistance Centers. The form is also available at www.gvsu.edu/registrar by
clicking on ‘Forms-GVSU’ and selecting ‘Directory Information Release/Withhold.’
How can a student request that non-directory FERPA protected information be released?
Students can complete the Permission to Release form and submit it at either Student Assistance
Center.
Who is responsible for the collection, upkeep and maintenance of student records data?
The Registrar is the official keeper and disseminator of student information. Any and all requests for
the use or release of student information must be approved by the Registrar. GVSU offices as well
as those outside the university must have prior approval.
Phone the Registrar’s office at (616) 331-3327. You might ask for an Associate Registrar.
Grand Valley State University regards security and confidentiality of data and information to be
of utmost importance. As such, individuals employed by the university must follow the
procedures outlined below:
Confidentiality of Data
Each individual granted access to data and information holds a position of trust and must
preserve the security and confidentiality of the information s/he uses. Individuals are required to
abide by all applicable Federal and State guidelines and University policies regarding
confidentiality of data including, but not limited to, the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA). FERPA protects student information and may not be released without proper
authorization. Requests for information/documents should be referred to the Registrars Office or
the Office of University Counsel.
Individuals with authorized access to Grand Valley State University’s computer resources,
information system, records or files are given access to use the University’s data or files solely
for the business of the University. Specifically, individuals should:
a. Access data solely in order to perform his/her job responsibilities.
b. Not seek personal benefit or permit others to benefit personally from any data that has
come to them through their work assignments.
c. Not release University data other than what is required in completion of job
responsibilities.
d. Not exhibit or divulge the contents of any record, file or information system to any
person except as it is related to the completion of their job responsibilities.
Additionally, individuals are not permitted to operate or request others to operate any University
data equipment for personal business, to make unauthorized copies of University software or
related documentation, or use such equipment for any reason not specifically required by the
individual’s job description.
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Grand Valley State University - Information Technology Unit
Confidentiality Agreement & Security Policy
Security Measures and Procedures
Some individuals employed by the university are supplied with a network account to access the
data necessary for the completion of their job responsibilities. Users of the University
information systems are required to follow the procedures outlined below:
1. All transactions, processed by a user ID and password, are the responsibility of the person
to whom the user ID was assigned. The user’s ID and password must remain confidential
and must not be shared with anyone.
2. Access to any faculty or staff account may be granted by the faculty/staff member and/or
the direct supervisor for specific job requirements.
You are prohibited from viewing or accessing additional information (in any format).
Any access obtained without written authorization is considered unauthorized access.
3. Passwords should be changed periodically or if there is reason to believe they have been
compromised or revealed inadvertently.
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Grand Valley State University - Information Technology Unit
Confidentiality Agreement & Security Policy
I understand that my access to University data and information is for the sole purpose of carrying
out my job responsibilities. Breach of confidentiality, including aiding, abetting, or acting in
conspiracy with any other person to violate any part of this policy, may result in sanctions, civil
or criminal prosecution and penalties, loss of employment and/or University disciplinary action,
and could lead to dismissal, suspension, or revocation of all access privileges. I understand that
misuse of university data and information and any violation of this policy or the FERPA policy
are grounds for disciplinary action, up to and including, dismissal.
I have read the above and agree to comply with Grand Valley State University’s Confidentiality
Agreement and Security Policy, and any updates or revisions published or posted.
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*NOTICE: IT IS NOT THE PRACTICE OF THE MOVEMENT SCIENCE DEPARTMENT TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO
REGISTER WHEN PREREQUISITES ARE NOT MET OR TO ALLOW ENROLLMENT IN A CLOSED CLASS*
*If you are seeking a permit for a prerequisite waiver, please note that you are responsible for making sure the course
that you are taking at the other institution will transfer for the course you need here at GVSU. You can check with the
Registrar’s Office transfer list at http://www.gvsu.edu/register/equivs/.
*If you are seeking a permit for a prerequisite waiver, you acknowledge that your enrollment in GVSU course is
contingent upon successful completion of the prerequisite course at the other institution.
*If you are seeking a permit for a prerequisite waiver, you are responsible for making sure the credit transfer is recorded
at GVSU by the payment deadline date for each semester. If that credit transfer is not recorded and you have not
contacted the Movement Science Office, you will be removed from the course for not having the necessary
prerequisites.
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Grades
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
GRANDVALLEY INCOMPLETE GRADE FORM
STATEUNIVERSITY PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE
DO NOT SEPARATE FORM PRIOR TO SUBMISSION TO THE OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR. REGISTRAR WILL
DISTRIBUTE AFTER POSTING: White : Registrar I Yellow: Student I Pink and Gold : College (7/04)
Important reminders of Grade Procedure for GVSU
Department of Movement Science
1) Grades are entered on Banner by instructor. You will receive an email notice
from our office of dates the system will be open to enter grades.
3) If a student has an incomplete and needs a change of grade for the PRIOR
semester, please obtain a Change of Grade form from our office. It is to be
completed. An “Incomplete” turns to an “F” at the end of the following
semester if the work has not been completed by the student.
4) The PED 100 level activity courses are credit/no credit. 180 courses are the
only exception. 180 courses graded classes.
Option 1: Banner Student Self Service Training : This will show you how to do
grades, generate class lists, course schedule details, view annual schedules,
etc. The training is done through the University and you must go online to
sign up for it. The training takes place on specific dates and times. In order to
sign up, you go first to the university WebsiteFaculty/Staff
tabDepartmentsInformation Technology. Once you are on the
Information Technology website, look in the right hand corner and you will
see a blue link “seminars”. Click to Registerprovide your user login and
password (the same one you use to log in to the computer) Go to the Sign up
for Classes link and select Banner Student Self Service Training . After you
have found which time that you will attend make sure you click the sign up
button. You should receive an email within a few days telling you that you
have signed up for the course, it’s time and location.
Option 2: Banner Student Self Service Training –Self Paced Option: This
option allows you to receive your necessary login and password for Banner
Self-Service plus you will receive the written out directions on how to use the
system to do all of the things that are listed above in Banner Student Self
Service Training . You also must sign up for this option in the same way as
directed above only you choose the Banner Student Self Service Training –
Self Paced Option instead of the Banner Student Self Service Training . This
will allow you to learn on your own. If you choose this option, you should have
enough experience with the computer that you are comfortable in learning on
your own. The banner self-serve system is really user friendly and should be
no problem for those who are comfortable with BlackBoard and doing things
online.
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A student has disclosed a personal situation which you believe is impacting their
performance in class.
A student has expressed discontent with their major, their academic achievement or their
overall experience at Grand Valley or has indicated that they are planning to quit school.
A student is expressing difficulty in making the transition to Grand Valley and could
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Grand Valley Public Safety
Tips for Safety in the Workplace
Minimize Opportunities:
• Be ALERT and AWARE
How do you know someone works here? Or is a student? How do you know
that they are in your space for a legitimate purpose?
• Acknowledge those who enter your office area . If there is a reception desk and
someone looks like they know where they are going, it is good business for everyone to
ask if the visitor needs assistance. This has two benefits - first, you can help someone
find who/what they need ! Second , if the person had ill-intentions , you have made eye
contact and asked them a question . Criminals are more likely to leave without carrying
out their intended action when confronted by staff members making contact.
• If someone is wandering around the office area , ask them if you can help them . This is
everyone's responsibility , students , temps , COT's, and AP staff, not just the reception
desk.
• Lock doors after close of the business day. Generally this is 5 : 00pm . This includes
office doors inside suites.
• If you leave your workstation , secure it ! Keep valuables: purses, PDA's cell phones,
laptops , file cabinets and confidential information in LOCKED file cabinets. It is
commonly known that women tend to keep their purses in a large desk drawer.
• Items of a confidential nature (reports, documents with social security numbers, etc.)
need to be locked up at night.
• If the office area has a safe, do not leave an open safe unattended.
• If employees work with money, do not leave money deposits or checks unattended. If
you leave your workstation , these items should be locked up and secured.
• Do not lend or lone your personal building keys to someone else. This includes
students . If someone needs access to your building , follow the appropriate channels to
obtain the keys. Report all lost keys as soon as possible.
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How to Accomplish Making Your Office Safer:
• Our best defense is a good offense ! If a reception desk is available , it is the best place
to acknowledge visitors . When possible , visitors should be escorted through the office,
or calls placed to those receiving visitors to come up to the reception desk to retrieve
their guests.
• If a suite is going to be lightly staffed and has multiple entrances, lock the back door.
Place a sign on any back doors asking customers to go around to a front reception desk.
This would be appropriate when staff is attending such events as Divisional Forums, the
Holiday Party, Convocation, etc.
• Check to make sure you have keys for your filing cabinets. If you don't have keys, see
the office manager to request keys . If you have extra keys in your desk that don't lock
anything in your office give them back to the office manager.
• Report repair items to Facilities , i.e. doors that do not close or locks that are broken.
• Senior staff should meet with the Facilities Custodian Supervisor to discuss security
concerns . When the building or suite is closed ; who has access ; what custodial staff will
be cleaning and when.
• Report ANY Suspicious Activity to Public Safety! Better safe than sorry!
Computer Safety
• Save any confidential information on your N: drive . In the likely event that your
machine is stolen, this information will not be on your machine.
• Do not save your passwords on sticky notes or leave out by your computer!
• Log off from your computer if you will be away from your desk for a long period of
time, i.e. lunch hour or at a long meeting.
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Department of Movement Science
Emergency Action Plan
It is the intent of the Department of Movement Science to provide safe and enriching
experiences to students through the extensive course offerings within the department. Many of
these course offerings involve physical activity for students. In line with maintaining a safe
environment throughout each course, students and faculty alike must be aware of the potential for
injury, both emergent and non-emergent. Below is an outline of the emergency action plan to be
implemented in physical activity classes , as well as theory classes.
Non-emergent situation:
The injured/ill person is not in need of immediate medical attention.in order to maintain
life. The disposition of the injured/ill person does not warrant immediate follow-up. (ie.
sprained ankle, contusion, abrasion, etc.)
Emergent situation:
The injured/ill person is in need of immediate medical attention. Or the disposition of the
injured/ill person warrants immediate follow-up. (ie. no pulse, no breathing, dislocation,
person in severe pain, significant bleeding, fainting, disorientation, seizure, or if there is a
question whether or not you should call 911, etc.)
Non-emergent situation:
• If injury occurs Monday through Friday between the hours of 9:00am and
4:30pm refer the injured/ill person to the Campus Health Center in 163
Fieldhouse. (331-2435)
• If the injury occurs outside of the above hours refer them to Spectrum
Butterworth Campus Emergency Room, 100 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids,
MI. (391-1774)
• Complete the Fieldhouse and Rec Center Accident-Injury Report, available from
the Movement Science Department Coordinator ASAP.
Emergent situation:
• Call 911 from a pay phone, campus phone or cellular phone. Please make sure to
give the dispatcher a brief overview of the injury and your specific location.
• Campus phones are located in the upper and lower arena lobby's, the recreation
center main desk, and the sub-basement hall, and in the pool atrium.
• After calling 911, proceed to call the fieldhouse building supervisor at 331-33 13,
please let them know that you have called 911 and tell them where you are
located in the building, they will help directed the ambulance or public safety to
your location.
• Complete the Fieldhouse and Rec Center Accident-Injury Report, available from
the Movement Science Department Coordinator ASAP.
Address: City/State:
Part of Body Directly Affected By What was the injured person doing:
Injury:
Updated 8/12/2009
According to Injured (or witness), Writer’s Observation:
describe what happened:
Additional Information:
Signature:
Updated 8/12/2009
EMERGENCY CLOSING POLICY
Policy Statement
In evaluating whether or not to close for snow-related reasons, the following criteria are
used: 1) the ability of the university’s road crews to keep campus roads and parking lots
cleared; 2) the conditions of primary and secondary roads in the area as reported by the
State Police as well as the Ottawa County Central Dispatch Authority; 3) weather
reports regarding the track of the storm and other conditions (icing, thermal inversions,
etc.)
Because commuting students, faculty and staff come from such a broad geographic
area, it is extremely difficult to arrive at a decision that is appropriate for each vicinity.
Weather conditions rarely are uniform throughout this large area. There is no one
decision that will satisfy everyone; however, a diligent effort is made to arrive at a
reasonable decision that considers the safety of students as well as their right to receive
instruction. Under no circumstances does GVSU ask students, faculty or staff to
assume undue risk in traveling to class in inclement weather.
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When Muskegon Community College is closed, GVSU’s Stevenson’s Center for Higher
Education, Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center (MAREC), and the Lake
Michigan Center will be closed. When the decision is made to close the main
Northwestern Michigan College campus in Traverse City, GVSU’s University Center will
also close.
Students, faculty and staff should assume the university is open unless they hear
otherwise on the radio or television. They are asked not to call the Grand Valley State
University switchboard or Public Safety to ask about closings, but instead to listen for
the information on the radio and television.
Announcements of closing and cancelations will be made over area radio and television
stations. For a more detailed update on campus conditions and area roads, tune to the
Grand Valley State radio stations, WGVU-FM 88.5 and WGVU-AM 1480. Every effort
will be made to make the decision to close so that the announcement can be made over
the stations as early as possible, but no later than 6:30 AM for daytime classes, and
3:00 PM for evening classes.
When classes are canceled, all staff are expected to report for work. If GVSU is closed
only “essential staff” need to report. Personnel in the following departments are
considered essential and are expected to report:
Dept. of Public Safety Services
Facilities Services
Food Service
Housing
Information Technology
WGVU-AM/FM/TV
Pew Campus Operations
Pew Campus Security
Field house Management
Individual faculty members who wish to cancel a class or other event should do so only
with permission of their dean. In such cases, faculty members are responsible for
notifying students for each class they teach.
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OVERNIGHT PARKING RESTRICTIONS
The Dept. of Public Safety Services would like to remind everyone of the overnight
parking regulations on campus. Section 2.12, Overnight Parking, in the campus Traffic
and Parking Ordinance states, “No overnight parking is permitted in any lot other than
residential lots except with permission of the Director of Public Safety Services. Parking
between the hours of 3:00 A.M. and 7:00 A.M. shall be considered overnight parking”.
Parking overnight in Lots B, D, J, P-South, Q, R, Calder Residence (O), GVA, Secchia
and Winter Halls and the resident section of Watson (resident lots) shall require a
resident permit or a temporary resident permit issued by the Dept. of Public Safety
Services or the Pew Campus Security office. During snow removal periods, any vehicle
found to be in violation of the Ordinance will be subject to impoundment. Any questions
should be referred to the Dept. of Public Safety Services at (616) 331-3255 or Pew
Campus Security at (616) 331-6677.
Overnight parking is prohibited at the Pew Campus, the Meijer Campus at Holland and
the Lake Michigan Center except with permission of the Pew Campus Security office at
(616) 331-6677.
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Bias Incident Protocol
BIAS INCIDENT PROTOCOL POLICY
Policy Statement
While Grand Valley safeguards individuals’ constitutional rights and protected speech,
the university is also committed to inclusion and equity. Grand Valley exercises the right
to engage in educational dialogue and seeks constructive responses to address bias
incidents.
Anytime you or anyone in the Grand Valley community feels belittled, disrespected,
threatened, or unsafe because of who you are, the entire university community is
diminished. That’s why it’s important to report all bias incidents — even those intended
as jokes.
Bias incidents take many forms — words, signs, symbols, threats or actions —
electronic or real time. They include intimidation, vandalism, destruction of property,
harassment, and expressions of hate or hostility; they have an adverse impact on a
learning environment that is inclusive of all. Bias incidents are distinguished in the
following ways.
Bias incidents can cause alarm, anger, fear, or resentment in others or endanger the
health, safety, or welfare of anyone in the university community. They are directed
toward an individual or group because of their race, color, national origin, sexual
orientation, sex/gender, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, religion,
familial status, marital status, disability, age, height, weight or veteran status.
No matter where individuals first report the incident, a report should also be filed with
Public Safety in Allendale (331-3255), Pew Campus Security in Grand Rapids (331-
6677), or the regional centers (331-6677) and a copy should be sent to the Office of
Inclusion and Equity. This report may be made directly or may be done with the
assistance of a faculty or staff member at the university.
Response to victim(s)
• Once it learns of the incident, the Dean of Students Office (student victim) or the
Office of Inclusion and Equity (faculty/staff victim) will communicate promptly with
the victim and offer services related to safety, counseling or other supports that
may be appropriate.
• The Dean of Students Office (or designee) (student victim) or the Office of
Inclusion and Equity (faculty/staff victim) will consult and/or assemble a critical
incidents team including, but not limited to, the Vice Provost/Dean of Students,
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Director of Public Safety, Director of Pew Campus Security, Assistant Vice
President for News and Information Services, and the Vice President for
Inclusion and Equity.
• The Dean of Students Office (or designee) (student victim) or the Office of
Inclusion and Equity (faculty/staff victim) will promptly document the victim's
report of the incident (i.e. who, what, when and where). Additionally, those
directly concerned with the incident should take care to retain physical evidence.
• The victim will be asked what role s/he would like to play in responding to the
incident.
• The victim will be assured that his or her physical and emotional needs are
important and appropriate actions are being taken (i.e. consider relocation,
academic accommodations, counseling, etc.) by appropriate GVSU staff.
• Bi-weekly reviews of any reported incidents will occur involving representatives
from Public Safety, Pew Campus Security, Housing and Residence Life, Dean of
Students Office, the Counseling Center and the Office of Inclusion and Equity to
ensure that services and follow-up are occurring on a coordinated and timely
basis. Human Resources will be included when the victim is a faculty or staff
member.
• When appropriate, enhanced public safety measures (patrols, surveillance, etc.)
may begin promptly and will be directed by Public Safety or Pew Campus
Security.
Response to accused
• The Dean of Students Office (or designee) (student victim) or the Office of
Inclusion and Equity (faculty/staff victim) will communicate with the accused
promptly to acknowledge the filing of a report.
• Investigation will begin promptly and will be directed by the appropriate office
(Public Safety, Pew Campus Security, Human Resources, the Office of Inclusion
and Equity, or another related office) and an investigative report will be
generated. If the act involves a crime, appropriate referral and request for
prosecution will be initiated.
• If the accused is faculty or staff, the investigative report will be sent to the
appointing officer and the appropriate Vice President. The appointing officer shall
provide a copy of the report to the accused. The appointing officer shall take
appropriate action.
The Team Against Bias (TAB) will review available information regarding an incident
and will implement a strategy to educate and/or to engage the campus community in
appropriate follow-up regarding the issue.
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TAB membership will include the following:
All incidents reported to Public Safety or Pew Campus Security will be included in Public
Safety's weekly incidents report. All such information will be available on the Grand
Valley Web site (www.gvsu.edu/publicsafety).
Pursuant to the Crisis Communications Plan, the Crisis Response Director and
Coordinators will coordinate additional communications as appropriate with:
Follow-up Actions
• Dean of Students Office (student victim) and the Office of Inclusion and Equity
(faculty/staff victim) will provide monthly updates on incidents and their follow-up
to Crisis Communication Director.
A report on the resolution of bias incidents will be provided at least once per semester
and more often as appropriate to the campus community.
Many teachers dislike preparing and grading exams, and most students dread taking them. Yet
tests are powerful educational tools that serve at least four functions. First, tests help you
evaluate students and assess whether they are learning what you are expecting them to learn.
Second, well-designed tests serve to motivate and help students structure their academic efforts.
Crooks (1988), McKeachie (1986), and Wergin (1988) report that students study in ways that
reflect how they think they will be tested. If they expect an exam focused on facts, they will
memorize details; if they expect a test that will require problem solving or integrating
knowledge, they will work toward understanding and applying information. Third, tests can help
you understand how successfully you are presenting the material. Finally, tests can reinforce
learning by providing students with indicators of what topics or skills they have not yet mastered
and should concentrate on. Despite these benefits, testing is also emotionally charged and anxiety
producing. The following suggestions can enhance your ability to design tests that are effective
in motivating, measuring, and reinforcing learning.
A note on terminology: instructors often use the terms tests, exams, and even quizzes
interchangeably. Test experts Jacobs and Chase (1992), however, make distinctions among them
based on the scope of content covered and their weight or importance in calculating the final
grade for the course. An examination is the most comprehensive form of testing, typically given
at the end of the term (as a final) and one or two times during the semester (as midterms). A test
is more limited in scope, focusing on particular aspects of the course material. A course might
have three or four tests. A quiz is even more limited and usually is administered in fifteen
minutes or less. Though these distinctions are useful, the terms test and exam will be used
interchangeably throughout the rest of this section because the principles in planning,
constructing, and administering them are similar.
General Strategies
Spend adequate amounts of time developing your tests . As you prepare a test, think carefully
about the learning outcomes you wish to measure, the type of items best suited to those
outcomes, the range of difficulty of items, the length and time limits for the test, the format and
layout of the exam, and your scoring procedures.
Match your tests to the content you are teaching . Ideally, the tests you give will measure
students' achievement of your educational goals for the course. Test items should be based on the
content and skills that are most important for your students to learn. To keep track of how well
your tests reflect your objectives, you can construct a grid, listing your course objectives along
the side of the page and content areas along the top. For each test item, check off the objective
and content it covers. (Sources: Ericksen, 1969; Jacobs and Chase, 1992; Svinicki and
Woodward, 1982)
Try to make your tests valid , reliable, and balanced. A test is valid if its results are
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appropriate and useful for making decisions about an aspect of students' achievement (Gronlund
and Linn, 1990). Technically, validity refers to the appropriateness of the interpretation of the
results and not to the test itself, though colloquially we speak about a test being valid. Validity is
a matter of degree and considered in relation to specific use or interpretation (Gronlund and
Linn, 1990). For example, the results of a writing test may have a high degree of validity for
indicating the level of a student's composition skills, a moderate degree of validity for predicting
success in later composition courses, and essentially no validity for predicting success in
mathematics or physics. Validity can be difficult to determine. A practical approach is to focus
on content validity, the extent to which the content of the test represents an adequate sampling of
the knowledge and skills taught in the course. If you design the test to cover information in
lectures and readings in proportion to their importance in the course, then the interpretations of
test scores are likely to have greater validity An exam that consists of only a few difficult items,
however, will not yield valid interpretations of what students know.
A test is reliable if it accurately and consistently evaluates a student's performance. The purest
measure of reliability would entail having a group of students take the same test twice and get the
same scores (assuming that we could erase their memories of test items from the first
administration). This is impractical, of course, but there are technical procedures for determining
reliability. In general, ambiguous questions, unclear directions, and vague scoring criteria
threaten reliability. Very short tests are also unlikely to be highly reliable. It is also important for
a test to be balanced: to cover most of the main ideas and important concepts in proportion to the
emphasis they received in class.
If you are interested in learning more about psychometric concepts and the technical properties
of tests, here are some books you might review:
Gronlund, N. E., and Linn, R. Measurement and Evaluation in Teaching . (6th ed.) New York:
Macmillan, 1990.
Mehrens, W. A., and Lehmann, I. J. Measurement and Evaluation in Education and Psychology.
(4th ed.) New York: Holt, Rinehart & Winston, 1991.
Use a variety of testing methods. Research shows that students vary in their preferences for
different formats, so using a variety of methods will help students do their best (Jacobs and
Chase, 1992). Multiple-choice or shortanswer questions are appropriate for assessing students'
mastery of details and specific knowledge, while essay questions assess comprehension, the
ability to integrate and synthesize, and the ability to apply information to new situations. A single
test can have several formats. Try to avoid introducing a new format on the final exam: if you
have given all multiple-choice quizzes or midterms, don't ask students to write an all-essay final.
(Sources: Jacobs and Chase, 1992; Lowman, 1984; McKeachie, 1986; Svinicki, 1987)
Write questions that test skills other than recall . Research shows that most tests administered
by faculty rely too heavily on students' recall of information (Milton, Pollio, and Eison, 1986).
Bloom (1956) argues that it is important for tests to measure higher-learning as well. Fuhrmann
and Grasha (1983, p. 170) have adapted Bloom's taxonomy for test development. Here is a
condensation of their list:
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Many faculty members have found it difficult to apply this six-level taxonomy, and some
educators have simplified and collapsed the taxonomy into three general levels (Crooks, 1988):
The first category knowledge (recall or recognition of specific information). The second category
combines comprehension and application. The third category is described as "problem solving,"
transferring existing knowledge and skills to new situations.
If your course has graduate student instructors (GSIs), involve them in designing exams. At
the least, ask your GSIs to read your draft of the exam and comment on it. Better still, involve
them in creating the exam. Not only will they have useful suggestions, but their participation in
designing an exam will help them grade the exam.
Multiple-choice tests. Multiple-choice items can be used to measure both simple knowledge and
complex concepts. Since multiple-choice questions can be answered quickly, you can assess
students' mastery of many topics on an hour exam. In addition, the items can be easily and
reliably scored. Good multiple-choice questions are difficult to write-see "Multiple-Choice and
Matching Tests" for guidance on how to develop and administer this type of test.
True-false tests. Because random guessing will produce the correct answer half the time, true-
false tests are less reliable than other types of exams. However, these items are appropriate for
occasional use. Some faculty who use true-false questions add an "explain" column in which
students write one or two sentences justifying their response.
Matching tests. The matching format is an effective way to test students' recognition of the
relationships between words and definitions, events and dates, categories and examples, and so
on. See "Multiple-Choice and Matching Tests" for suggestions about developing this type of test.
Essay tests. Essay tests enable you to judge students' abilities to organize, integrate, interpret
material, and express themselves in their own words. Research indicates that students study more
efficiently for essay-type examinations than for selection (multiple-choice) tests: students
preparing for essay tests focus on broad issues, general concepts, and interrelationships rather
than on specific details, and this studying results in somewhat better student performance
regardless of the type of exam they are given (McKeachie, 1986). Essay tests also give you an
opportunity to comment on students' progress, the quality of their thinking, the depth of their
understanding, and the difficulties they may be having. However, because essay tests pose only a
few questions, their content validity may be low. In addition, the reliability of essay tests is
compromised by subjectivity or inconsistencies in grading. For specific advice, see "Short-
Answer and Essay Tests." (Sources: Ericksen, 1969, McKeachie, 1986)
A variation of an essay test asks students to correct mock answers. One faculty member prepares
a test that requires students to correct, expand, or refute mock essays. Two weeks before the
exam date, he distributes ten to twelve essay questions, which he discusses with students in class.
For the actual exam, he selects four of the questions and prepares well-written but intellectually
flawed answers for the students to edit, correct, expand, and refute. The mock essays contain
common misunderstandings, correct but incomplete responses, or absurd notions; in some cases
the answer has only one or two flaws. He reports that students seem to enjoy this type of test
more than traditional examinations.
Short-answer tests . Depending on your objectives, short-answer questions can call for one or
two sentences or a long paragraph. Short-answer tests are easier to write, though they take longer
to score, than multiple-choice tests.
They also give you some opportunity to see how well students can express their thoughts, though
they are not as useful as longer essay responses for this purpose. See "Short-Answer and Essay
Tests" for detailed guidelines.
Problem sets. In courses in mathematics and the sciences, your tests can include problem sets.
As a rule of thumb, allow students ten minutes to solve a problem you can do in two minutes.
See "Homework: Problem Sets" for advice on creating and grading problem sets.
Oral exams . Though common at the graduate level, oral exams are rarely used for
undergraduates except in foreign language classes. In other classes they are usually time-
consuming, too anxiety provoking for students, and difficult to score unless the instructor tape-
records the answers. However, a math professor has experimented with individual thirty-minute
oral tests in a small seminar class. Students receive the questions in advance and are allowed to
drop one of their choosing. During the oral exam, the professor probes students' level of
understanding of the theory and principles behind the theorems. He reports that about eight
students per day can be tested.
• Specify the criteria to be used for rating or scoring (for example, the level of accuracy in
performing the steps in sequence or completing the task within a specified time limit).
• State the problem so that students know exactly what they are supposed to do (if possible,
conditions of a performance test should mirror a real-life situation).
• Give students a chance to perform the task more than once or to perform several task
samples.
"Create-a-game" exams . For one midterm, ask students to create either a board game, word
game, or trivia game that covers the range of information relevant to your course. Students must
include the rules, game board, game pieces, and whatever else is needed to play. For example,
students in a history of psychology class created "Freud's Inner Circle," in which students move
tokens such as small cigars and toilet seats around a board each time they answer a question
correctly, and "Psychogories," a card game in which players select and discard cards until they
have a full hand of theoretically compatible psychological theories, beliefs, or assumptions.
(Source: Berrenberg and Prosser, 1991)
Take- home tests. Take-home tests allow students to work at their own pace with access to books
and materials. Take-home tests also permit longer and more involved questions, without
sacrificing valuable class time for exams. Problem sets, short answers, and essays are the most
appropriate kinds of take-home exams. Be wary, though, of designing a take-home exam that is
too difficult or an exam that does not include limits on the number of words or time spent
(Jedrey, 1984). Also, be sure to give students explicit instructions on what they can and cannot
do: for example, are they allowed to talk to other students about their answers? A variation of a
take-home test is to give the topics in advance but ask the students to write their answers in class.
Some faculty hand out ten or twelve questions the week before an exam and announce that three
of those questions will appear on the exam.
Open-book tests. Open-book tests simulate the situations professionals face every day, when
they use resources to solve problems, prepare reports, or write memos. Open-book tests tend to
be inappropriate in introductory courses in which facts must be learned or skills thoroughly
mastered if the student is to progress to more complicated concepts and techniques in advanced
courses. On an open-book test, students who are lacking basic knowledge may waste too much of
their time consulting their references rather than writing. Open-book tests appear to reduce stress
(Boniface, 1985; Liska and Simonson, 1991), but research shows that students do not necessarily
perform significantly better on open-book tests (Clift and Imrie, 1981; Crooks, 1988). Further,
open-book tests seem to reduce students' motivation to study. A compromise between open- and
closed-book testing is to let students bring an index card or one page of notes to the exam or to
distribute appropriate reference material such as equations or formulas as part of the test.
Group exams. Some faculty have successfully experimented with group exams, either in class or
as take-home projects. Faculty report that groups outperform individuals and that students
respond positively to group exams (Geiger, 1991; Hendrickson, 1990; Keyworth, 1989; Toppins
1989). For example, for a fifty-minute in-class exam, use a multiple-choice test of about twenty
to twenty-five items. For the first test, the groups can be randomly divided. Groups of three to
five students seem to work best. For subsequent tests, you may want to assign students to groups
in ways that minimize differences between group scores and balance talkative and quiet students.
Or you might want to group students who are performing at or near the same level (based on
students' performance on individual tests). Some faculty have students complete the test
individually before meeting as a group. Others just let the groups discuss the test, item by item.
In the first case, if the group score is higher than the individual score of any member, bonus
points are added to each individual's score. In the second case, each student receives the score of
the group. Faculty who use group exams offer the following tips:
• Ask students to discuss each question fully and weigh the merits of each answer rather
than simply vote on an answer.
• If you assign problems, have each student work a problem and then compare results.
• If you want students to take the exam individually first, consider devoting two class
periods to tests; one for individual work and the other for group.
• Show students the distribution of their scores as individuals and as groups; in most cases
group scores will be higher than any single individual score.
A variation of this idea is to have students first work on an exam in groups outside of class.
Students then complete the exam individually during class time and receive their own score.
Some portion of the test items are derived from the group exam. The rest are new questions. Or
let students know in advance you will be asking them to justify a few of their responses; this will
keep students from blithely relying on their work group for all the answers. (Sources: Geiger,
1991; Hendrickson, 1990; Keyworth, 1989; Murray, 1990; Toppins, 1989)
Paired testing. For paired exams, pairs of students work on a single essay exam, and the two
students turn in one paper. Some students may be reluctant to share a grade, but good students
will most likely earn the same grade they would have working alone. Pairs can be self-selected or
assigned. For example, pairing a student who is doing well in the course with one not doing well
allows for some peer teaching. A variation is to have students work in teams but submit
individual answer sheets. (Source: Murray, 1990)
Portfolios . A portfolio is not a specific test but rather a cumulative collection of a student's work.
Students decide what examples to include that characterize their growth and accomplishment
over the term. While most common in composition classes, portfolios are beginning to be used in
other disciplines to provide a fuller picture of students' achievements. A student's portfolio might
include sample papers (first drafts and revisions), journal entries, essay exams, and other work
representative of the student's progress. You can assign portfolios a letter grade or a pass/not
pass. If you do grade portfolios, you will need to establish clear criteria. (Source: Jacobs and
Chase, 1992)
Prepare new exams each time you teach a course. Though it is timeconsuming to develop
tests, a past exam may not reflect changes in how you have presented the material or which
topics you have emphasized in the course. If you do write a new exam, you can make copies of
the old exam available to students.
Make up test items throughout the term . Don't wait until a week or so before the exam. One
way to make sure the exam reflects the topics emphasized in the course is to write test questions
at the end of each class session and place them on index cards or computer files for later sorting.
Software that allows you to create test banks of items and generate exams from the pool is now
available.
Ask students to submit test questions . Faculty who use this technique limit the number of
items a student can submit and receive credit for. Here is an example (adapted from Buchanan
and Rogers, 1990, p. 72):
You can submit up to two questions per exam. Each question must be typed or
legibly printed on a separate 5" x 8" card. The correct answer and the source (that is,
page of the text, date of lecture, and so on) must be provided for each question.
Questions can be of the short-answer, multiple-choice, or essay type.
Students receive a few points of additional credit for each question they submit that is judged
appropriate. Not all students will take advantage of this opportunity. You can select or adapt
student's test items for the exam. If you have a large lecture class, tell your students that you
might not review all items but will draw randomly from the pool until you have enough
questions for the exam. (Sources: Buchanan and Rogers, 1990; Fuhrmann and Grasha, 1983)
Cull items from colleagues ' exams. Ask colleagues at other institutions for copies of their
exams. Be careful, though, about using items from tests given by colleagues on your own
campus. Some of your students may have previously seen those tests.
Consider making your tests cumulative. Cumulative tests require students to review material
they have already studied, thus reinforcing what they have learned. Cumulative tests also give
students a chance to integrate and synthesize course content. (Sources: Crooks, 1988; Jacobs and
Chase, 1992; Svinicki, 1987)
Prepare clear instructions . Test your instructions by asking a colleague (or one of your
graduate student instructors) to read them.
Include a few words of advice and encouragement on the exam . For example, give students
advice on how much time to spend on each section or offer a hint at the beginning of an essay
question or wish students good luck. (Source: "Exams: Alternative Ideas and Approaches," 1989)
Put some easy items first. Place several questions all your students can answer near the
beginning of the exam. Answering easier questions helps students overcome their nervousness
and may help them feel confident that they can succeed on the exam. You can also use the first
few questions to identify students in serious academic difficulty. (Source: Savitz, 1985)
Challenge your best students . Some instructors like to include at least one very difficult
question -- though not a trick question or a trivial one -- to challenge the interest of the best
students . They place that question at or near the end of the exam.
Try out the timing. No purpose is served by creating a test too long for even well-prepared
students to finish and review before turning it in. As a rule of thumb, allow about one-half
minute per item for true -false tests, one minute per item for multiple -choice tests, two minutes
per short-answer requiring a few sentences , ten or fifteen minutes for a limited essay question,
and about thirty minutes for a broader essay question . Allow another five or ten minutes for
students to review their work, and factor in time to distribute and collect the tests . Another rule
of thumb is to allow students about four times as long as it takes you (or a graduate student
instructor) to complete the test . (Source: McKeachie, 1986)
Give some thought to the layout of the test . Use margins and line spacing that make the test
easy to read. If items are worth different numbers of points, indicate the point value next to each
item. Group similar types of items, such as all true-false questions, together. Keep in mind that
the amount of space you leave for short-answer questions often signifies to the students the
length of the answer expected of them. If students are to write on the exam rather than in a blue
book, leave space at the top of each page for the student's name (and section, if appropriate). If
each page is identified, the exams can be separated so that each graduate student instructor can
grade the same questions on every test paper, for courses that have GSIs.
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Blecher (eds.), Issues in Student Assessment. New Directions for Community Colleges, no. 59.
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McKay, 1956.
Boniface , D. "Candidates ' Use of Notes and Textbooks During an Open Book Examination."
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Clift, J. C., and Imrie , B. W. Assessing Students , Appraising Teaching. New York : Wiley, 1981.
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" Exams: Alternative Ideas and Approaches." Teaching Professor, 1989, 3 ( 8), 3-4.
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Geiger, T. "Test Partners: A Formula for Success." Innovation Abstracts, 1991, 13 (11).
(Newsletter published by College of Education, University of Texas at Austin)
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System Does Not Work and What Can Be Done About It. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 1986.
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for Teaching Effectiveness, University of Texas at Austin)
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The Movement Science Department has a new copier and will now require
an access code for use. Here are some tips on operating the new copier:
Logging In:
1. At the home screen press the [INPUT] tab on the copier's screen
2. Enter the department' s pass code (3626) and press the [OK] tab on the
screen
3. Next press the ACCESS button to the right of the screen
1. After you have used the directions to get onto the site go to the Quick Copy.
a. Under the Order Name, enter your name followed by a dash and the title of
your printing job. (This will ensure that we know that your order is placed in
your mailbox when it is completed job.) If you need your printing job done by
a certain date and/ or time, add another "dash" and put the date and time
needed.
b. Sets/Copies are the number of copies that you want per order or "set".
(Example: Entering "10" would mean you will get 10 copies of each set.)
c. Sheets Per Set are the number of pages that you will have for each set of
copies. (Example: If you have 4 originals, front side only, but want to end up
with 2 duplex (front and back) you would enter "2" as the number per set.)
d. Step 6-Account: Make sure to use the drop down box to put in account
number. All orders are entered in the 110000-40525 except Athletic Training
which is 110000-40527
e. Submit Order: After completing the order, make sure that you go to the
bottom of the screen and click the Submit Order button. After you submit
your order you should get a pop up box that has your Job Ticket. Please print
the Job Ticket and place it in the top file box at the front desk. This will
ensure that we get the right order to the right person at the right time.
f. Electronic Attachments: If you do electronic attachments, you will also get a
pop up box after you submit the order that shows you what your document
will look like. (To show conversion of document). If the document does not
convert to PDF then click Do Not Accept (No) and then go ahead and submit
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g. Hard Copy submissions Electronic submissions are preferred. If Vol; do not
have an electronic copy, please bring your hard copy to the front office so that
we can get it to the Copy Center. Remember, the Copy Center will not be able
to submit your order until they receive your hard copy so allow extra time for
it to be walked over with our next "walker".
2. Virtual Private Network: If you would like to be able to access the Copy
Center site outside of the office, do the following:
a. Go to the following site and put the following on a removable CD: Go to Q
drive 3 Help Desk Utilities --) VPN 4 UPN Office 4 Select and copy
GVSU.pcf and UPN Client for all PC's (Select VPN Office for Installation
Instructions)/ Select UPN Client 4 Darwin 4.6 or 4.8 for MACs.
3. Order History and Order Status: The Order History and Order Status only
helps in finding your order #. The Status field is meant for the Copy Center
use and will not tell you the status of your order. When it says "complete" it
only means that it has been received by the Copy Center not that the order is
completed and ready for pick-up. The way for you to know if your order is
complete is to come and check your mailbox. If your order is not in on time,
please contact Heidi or the front desk of our office. (331-3515)
If you need any further assistance on how to operate the online system, contact Jay
Zink at Extension #1-2607. If he is unable to assist you, contact the front desk of our
office and Heidi or the student assistants will be able to assist you.
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CATEGORY DESCRIPTION COLOR QUANTITY
Badmitton Rackets Gopher black 7
Badmitton Shuttlecocks Gopher green 10 sets
Bamboo Poles PED 200 Supplies 1 tub
Basketball Rawlings Orange 5
Boom Box Black 1
Cart Equipment Cart White/Red 1
Dodgeballs Mini-Size Assorted Colors 13
Footballs Rawlings Orange 8
Golf Clubs Metal/Black 24
Golf Putting Greens Green 1 box
Parachutes PED 200 Supplies 1 tub
Planks 2'x4' PED 200 Supplies 1 tub
Snowshoes Size: Small 1
Size: Medium 2
Size: Large 1
Soccer Trainers Neon 14
Volleyball Trainers Neon 5
FH 30 Inventory 3/20/2009
CATEGORY DESCRIPTION COLOR QUANTITY
Cart For Mat Storage 1
Foam Mats 1" thickness 23
Foam Mats 1/2" thickness 30
Yoga Blocks Foam 30
Yoga Steps Plastic 30
Stopwatches 6
Turf Tee 15
Ultimate Frisbee Instructional Set 2
My name is Toccara Beene and I am the Equipment Manager in the Fieldhouse & Recreation Center. Nakeita Harris is my
Assistant Equipment Manager. We will be in charge of receiving equipment requests. If there are ever any questions about equipment
or equipment set-up, please contact us. A copy of our posted Office Hours is attached to this letter. These times are set-up
specifically for you and your students to get to know us, ask questions, and to receive equipment requests. If the Office is closed,
please feel free to email any requests or questions to fhsaOgvsu.edu (this is the best way to get a hold of us). If you would like to
contact us via telephone, please call the Rec. Center at 331-3313 during our Office Hours. The Equipment Office is located outside of
the Rec. Center; it is the green door to the right of the double doors leading into the Rec. Center (or directly in front of the Rec. Center
Bulletin Board).
Just for a little refresher of the Equipment Request Procedure, requests are expected a week in advance of the class period you
are requesting equipment for. Last minute requests will be accepted, but not always granted. This means that if you make a last
minute request, we may simply not have the equipment or someone else may have the equipment checked out for that time. We will
try our best to accommodate everyone at all times, and your cooperation is greatly appreciated.
We would also like to remind you that the Movement Science Department has a Storage Room in the South Gym in the Rec.
Center. In some cases we might not have the equipment or it is not in ideal condition, but the equipment in this Storage Room has
equipment of better quality. We encourage you, and your students, to check this inventory first. Also, if anyone needs the use of the
Portable Sound System please let us know, we oversee the use of this system.
All equipment can be picked up at the Front Desk of the Rec. Center before class. Attached to your bin of equipment will be a
piece of paper that will indicate your class, time, location, as well as a list of all equipment issued. You or a student from your class
that all eauipmenf is dropped back off at the Front Desk
will need to sign for the equipment. It is Your responsibility to be sure
of the Rec. Center, where the equipment will be checked to assure that everything is returned.
Last semester a few problems developed because procedures were not being followed regarding the request of equipment from
the Equipment Office. During the Fall Semester (2007), there where many equipment requests made the day before the equipment
was needed. These requests were made by students that thought that they needed to make request 24hrs in advance. It is the
responsibility of each course instructor to let their students know about the Equipment Office and about our procedures for Equipment
Requests. This procedure has not changed in over three years. Please make sure that you are letting your students know that they
, or they may not be able to get the necessary equipment
need to make requests to the Equipment Office at least a week in advance
from us for your class. Also, please remember if you need any type of set up in the recreation center; please send us an email so that
we can make sure the Student Building Supervisors (SBS) are notified in advance. To alleviate damaged equipment at the front desk
we are asking that all Instructors whose students need equipment for their classes please make a request in advance in the
equipment office. We are no longer renting out equipment to movement science students at the front desk. Instructors are expected
to request equipment for their class via the equipment office. For example, racquetball instructors should request the number of
racquets needed for your class it does not matter how small your request is. If there is any equipment that is lost or damaged the
Movement Science Department will be charged. If you have any questions regarding this problem, please contact us by email at
fhsa (aovsu.edu.
We are currently available by email to start receiving requests for the Fall Semester.
Sincerely,
Directions : Please complete this form one week prior to pick up date.
Borrower' s Name G#
Address
Equipment Requested:
I agree to pay the full replacement costs for any lost items or damaged items.
Signature Date:
Print Name
This is a legally binding release made to Grand Valley State University. I (print name)
fully recognize that there are dangers and risks to which I may be exposed
by participating in (course name and number) a class provided by
the Department of Movement Science and conducted by employees of Grand Valley State University. I
understand the University cannot guarantee my personal safety while I am participating in this class.
There are dangers and risks associated with all physical activity including the risk of physical injury. If I
am enrolled in a water-based class, (i.e. kayaking, sailing, rowing) I understand I must be able to swim
in order to participate safely in the class.
During this course, you may be invited to participate in a variety of physical activities. All physical
activity involves a range of inherent risks. Consequently, you should make sure you have adequate
health to participate in these activities. It is your responsibility to check with a physician of your choice
about your health status if there is any question regarding your fitness for participation. If at any time
during participation, you experience any physical distress, or have any questions or concerns regarding
your participation, see your instructor immediately. Your participation in activity is voluntary.
Some types of equipment used in physical activity have unique characteristics and, if improperly used,
can be dangerous and result in injury. Before you use any equipment, make sure you know how it
works and it is in safe working order. Safety equipment may be required for some class activities.
Failure and to use equipment+ as nded Will inc
as i ntederj rease your risk of injury to yourself and, possibly, to
others.
Students participating in classes offered by the Department of Movement Science assume the following
responsibilities:
• Will comply fully with all rules, directions, and guidelines concerning physical activities and
the safe use of equipment.
• Will notify the instructor immediately if any unsafe or hazardous situations or unsafe
practices come to his/her attention.
• Will limit his/her participation to planned class activities as directed by the instructor.
• Will stop participating if the student feels he/she cannot continue safely.
I have read the above statements describing risks and responsibilities. I understand the potential risks
associated with participation in physical activity. I understand I should consult with a physician to
determine my suitability for participation if there is any question about its appropriateness. I understand
I should consult with the instructor if I have any uncertainty or concerns regarding my participation as
well as questions/doubts about safety during class activities. My questions about this agreement have
been answered to my satisfaction.
While I participate in this class, I agree to follow the behavior guidelines outlined in the Student Code of
Conduct and if I do not comply with those conditions, or any of the responsibilities outlined above, I
understand this may result in dismissal from the class.
Participant's Signature