

knowledge and application of technology, #8, to understand and appreciate cultural
diversity #9, to develop lifelong learning skills, #10, to foster interpersonal development.
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Classroom Policies:
Outside Work:
Please plan to devote at least three to four hours per week for completing homework
assignments, reviewing, composing rough and final drafts, and preparing for the next class
session.
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Classroom Rules:!
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You are expected to communicate with other students for group assignments.!
You are expected to have assignments completed by the due date as stated in the
calendar.!
All assignments are due on the date indicated.!
Plagiarism will not be tolerated.!
Please take advantage of the textbook Web page for extra help with your assignments.!
Show respect for all class members and relax and have fun!!!
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Notes:!
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This is a fast-paced, intensive course that will require a lot of outside work and preparation.
It will be assumed that you have a good understanding of basic business English grammar and
punctuation rules. These will not be covered extensively in class.!
You should also be aware that proofreading and revision are extremely important when
preparing business documents. All writing assignments submitted should be final drafts and of
quality you would feel comfortable submitting to your supervisor. Only error-free documents will
receive an “A”. Remember always to use 'spell check' and above all, proofread your work before
you submit it.!
Your instructor reserves the right to make any necessary changes to the above syllabus.!
You will need to submit a non-corrupt document for each assignment before the due date
to be considered for grading.!
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Student Email Policy:
Dakota College at Bottineau is increasingly dependent upon email as an official form of
communication. A student’s campus-assigned email address will be the only one
recognized by the campus for official mailings. The liability for missing or not acting
upon important information conveyed via campus email rests with the student.
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Academic Integrity:
Plagiarism and cheating are serious offenses and may be punished by failure on exam, paper or
project; failure in course; and/or expulsion from the university. For more information, refer to the
"Academic Dishonesty" policy in the student handbook online at
http://www.dakotacollege.edu