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 Course Purpose within MIS:
This course is designed for students with little or no knowledge of information systems. Students who
have some experience in this area will find that the course compliments that experience. MIS 200 is
also the starting point for students who want to major or have a basic knowledge of MIS.

Expected Learning:
After completing this course successfully, students should be able to –
• Provide an understanding of the strategic role of information systems in organizations.
• Describe the components of a computer system (hardware, software, and networking).
• Understand and identify the current technologies used for obtaining, storing, and
communicating information in support of orientations and decision-making within an
organization.
• Describe the importance and ways to implement security procedures.
• Improve personal computer skills (Microsoft Excel, Access, Web Page Authoring, etc.).

Course Organization and Delivery:

Important material from the textbook and outside sources will be covered during the class periods.
Other activities may include in-class discussions and activities, readings of chapters and Business &
Tech Plug-ins (from your textbook), homework assignments, quizzes, guest lectures, exams, assigned
readings, and use of on-line resources.

Drexel Student Learning Priorities:

After completing the course, students will learn and make appropriate use of integration and alignment
of technologies in terms of strategic role of information systems in organizations (Technology;
Creative and Critical Thinking; & Information Litecy).

Assignments, Assessments & Evaluations:

Importance of Course Attendance & Participation:
Please note that students are responsible for all course assignments, course notes, readings and lectures,
in-class activities, homework assignments, exams, quizzes, and all other course activities whether or
not they attend class.

Grading:

Activity* Total Points**

1. Quizzes (5) – 30 points each 150 points

2. Exams (3) – 150 points each 450 points

3. Assignments [in-class activities* and homework assignments] – 400 points *In-class

activities will be conducted during class periods without any prior announcements

TOTAL 1000 points

* The above Activities are subject to change without any prior notice. The related announcements will
be made during the class periods and/or on BB LEARN.
** The above Total Points are subject to change without any prior notice. The related announcements
will be made during the class periods and/or on BB LEARN.

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 Grading Scale:
Final letter grades in the course will be assigned based on the numeric final scores obtained according
to the scale listed below:

970 – 1000 = A+ 840 – 869 = B+ 740 – 769 = C+ 640 - 669 = D+

900 - 969 = A 800 – 839 = B 700 – 739 = C 600 – 639 = D
870 - 899 = A- 770 - 799 = B- 670 – 699 = C- Below 600 = F

1. Quizzes
Approximately five quizzes will be administered throughout the term. These quizzes will typically be
conducted at the beginning of the class periods. The exact dates for quizzes will be confirmed during
the class at least one week prior to the quiz date.

Material Covered:
The quizzes will cover ONLY the Business & Tech Plug-ins from the book and related materials
discussed through the class periods.

Due Date:
The exact date/time for the quiz will be confirmed (through Weekly Handouts) in class at least one
week prior to the quiz date. The quiz will ONLY be available during the scheduled date/time period.

Help/Feedback:
You can expect the grading (only the final score) immediately after you complete the quiz online.

Missed/Make-up Quiz Policy:

Absence from quizzes will be excused only under extraordinary circumstances such as medical or
family emergencies. A makeup quiz may be granted (one week from the original quiz date only) if
the student is able to provide legitimate documentation (such as a physician's note). After this date
no makeup quiz may be allowed. You MUST contact your Course Instructor as soon as possible
in regards to any absences.

2. Exams:
There will be THREE non-cumulative exams administered throughout the term.
1. Exam # 1 (Chapter 1 & 2)
2. Exam # 2 (Chapter 4 & 5)
3. Exam # 3 (Chapter 6 & 7)

Material Covered:
These exams will test assigned chapter readings and related material discussed primarily through
lecture periods and course activities. Internet Searches, cell phones, personal digital assistants,
pagers, and other electronic devices with communication capabilities are prohibited at all
times during the exam.

Due Date:
The exact date/time for the exam will be confirmed (through Weekly Handouts) in class at least one
week prior to the exam date. The exams will ONLY be available during the scheduled date/time period.

Help/Feedback:

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 You can expect the grading of your exam to be completed within one week of submission. You can
contact your instructor at any time to provide you feedback regarding your score.
Missed/Make-up Exam Policy:
Absence from exams will be excused only under extraordinary circumstances such as medical or
family emergencies. makeup exam may be granted (one week from the original exam date only) if
the student is able to provide legitimate documentation (such as a physician's note). After this date no
makeup exam may be allowed.You MUST contact your Course Instructor as soon as possible in
regards to any absences.

3. Assignments [In-Class Activities and Homework Assignments] In-Class

Activities:
In-class activities serve as a means of demonstrating student knowledge and critical thinking skills
related to the course content. Individual, pair, and group in-class activities may be provided during the
class period throughout the term without any prior announcements. They are designed to encourage
active communication. Details will be provided with each activity.

Due Date:
Each activity needs to be completed during the class periods ONLY. No class activity responses
will be accepted via email unless instructed otherwise.

Help/Feedback:
You can expect grading of your class activities within one week of submission.

Missed/Make-up Class Activity Policy:

Typically, there may be NO make-ups allowed for in-class activities since most of these activities are
conducted during the class periods. In case of any extraordinary circumstances such as medical or
family emergencies a makeup activity may be granted (one week from the original in-class activity date
only) if the student is able to provide legitimate documentation (such as a physician's note). You
MUST contact your Course Instructor as soon as possible in regards to any absences.

Homework Assignments:
To reinforce understanding of various concepts and tools related to the course content, students will
complete several homework assignments. Details will be provided with each assignment.

Due Date:
Each homework assignment will typically have a one-week due date. You MUST submit a hard copy
of your homework at the beginning of the class period.

Help/Feedback:
You can expect grading of your homework assignments within one week of submission.

Missed/Make-up Homework Assignment Policy:

There will be a 50% deduction for late submissions up to one week from the original due date. After
one week, you MAY NOT receive any credit for submissions.

In case of any extraordinary WEEK-LONG circumstances such as medical or family emergencies

makeup homework may be granted only if the student is able to provide legitimate documentation
(such as a physician's note) of a week-long circumstance. You MUST contact your Course
Instructor as soon as possible in regards to any lateness.

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 Academic Policies:
Student Handbook can be found at
http://www.drexel.edu/studentaffairs/community_standards/studentHandbook/

Academic Integrity, Plagiarism and Cheating Policy:

Academic honesty is expected of all students. Academic dishonesty commonly referred to as
“cheating: will not be tolerated. Drexel University’s “Academic Honesty Policy” can be found at:
http://www.drexel.edu/studentaffairs/community_standards/studentHandbook/

Students with Disabilities: Drexel University’s policies and procedures related information
regarding Students with Disability Statement can be found at:
http://drexel.edu/oed/disabilityResources/faculty/SyllabusStatement/

Student with disabilities requesting accommodations and services at Drexel University need to
present a current Accommodation Verification Letter (AVL) to faculty before accommodations
can be made. AVL's are issued by the Office of Disability Resources (ODR). For additional
information, contact ODR at www.drexel.edu/odr, 3201 Arch St., Street, Suite 210, Philadelphia,
PA 19104, 215.895.1401 (V), or 215.895.2299 (TTY).

Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal Policies:

Please refer to the following University policies regarding adding, dropping, and withdrawing from
courses:

http://drexel.edu/drexelcentral/courses/adjustments/Adding%20and%20Dropping%20Courses/
http://drexel.edu/drexelcentral/courses/adjustments/course-withdraw/

Course Change Policy:

Classroom Etiquette & Course Protocols:

1) Email - You are strongly encouraged to use your Drexel e-mail account to communicate
with the instructor of this course. Be sure to include your course and section number
when you write an email to your instructor.

2) Cell phones should NOT be used during class. If personal circumstances dictate that a
cell phone should be used please leave the room before answering.

3) Computer Use – Many MIS classes take place within computer labs. During this time,
computers should be used only as directed in class – they should not be used to check
email, web sites etc. The instructor reserves the right to ask consistent offenders to leave
the class.

4) Contact Information - In case of any course assignments and grades-related questions

OR any extraordinary circumstances such as medical or family emergencies please
contact me as soon as possible – I AM HERE TO HELP YOU!

GOOD LUCK!

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