Monday, December 2, 2013

Principles in Accounting I - Fully Online - AC2001 524948

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Course Name:  Principles of Accounting I
Term/Session:  Fall:  2015/1
Course Number:  AC2001
Reference Number:  524948

Faculty Introduction

My name is Jaclyn Strauss and I will be your tour guide for this wonderful Accounting adventure. It is my goal to help you to master the principles of accounting covered in class. Mastering these concepts is crucial to your continued study of accounting. These concepts will also be of value to you both in your professional and personal life. Now a little bit about me...

First I will start with my educational background...
I graduated from the University of Florida (Go Gators!) with my Bachelors and Masters in Accounting. I did a 3/2 accelerated program which enabled me to receive both degrees on the same day. I completed my studies in May of 2002. I then went on to study and pass the C.P.A. Exam. I am now a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Florida.

Now for my work experience...
I started my career with Deloitte in the International Tax Department. I initially signed with Arthur Andersen, however since everything with Enron went down the year of my graduation the firm fell as well. Needless to say it did not work out with Andersen and that is how I ended up at Deloitte. I spent two years with Deloitte in Atlanta and started to build my "real world" working experience. Boy was it an adjustment from college! I loved everyone that I worked with and loved the idea of being a young professional. However, I did not love the work I was doing everyday. To me I felt that I had to LOVE doing what I did everyday. I have now been teaching at the college level in the area of Accounting for 10 years.  I love what I do and am so pleased to be your instructor.

Lastly, my personal life...
I currently live in Ft. Lauderdale. I grew up here and moved back home from Atlanta ten years ago. My husband is an Attorney here in Ft. Lauderdale. Scott and I have a dog named Sammy which was a gift to us for our bridal shower. I had my first child on August 29, 2011 and his name is Jordan Aaron. He is a doll and brings pure happiness to my life. My hobbies include pilates, working out and to be honest TEACHING!

My goal is for all of us to be successful in this course. In my opinion, I work for all of you. My job is to help you master the material and meet all of your expectations at the same time. I am here to help each of you in any way that I can.  I look forward to learning more about each of you and your professional goals and working with you this term. Let's have fun together!

Faculty Contact Information

Instructor Name:
Jaclyn Strauss
Office Phone:
954-201-8933
Campus Phone:
954-201-7900
Fax:
954-201-7937
Email:
jfelder@broward.edu

Course Description & General Outcomes

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Course Prerequisites

To maximize your chances for success in this course, make sure that you meet the following course prerequisites:
  • Course Prerequisites:  None
  • Computer Knowledge and Skills:
    Students in this course should be familiar with the following computer skills.
    • File Management - You should be familiar with finding and saving files on your computer.
    • The Internet - You should be familiar with connecting to the Internet through an Internet Service Provider or Network Connection.
    • Web Browser Software - You should be familiar with using web browser software to navigate the Internet and locate information.
    • Email - You should be familiar with sending and receiving email messages.
    • Discussions - You should be familiar with posting and reading discussion messages in a threaded format.
    • Attachments - You should be familiar with sending email messages with attached files.
    • Word Processing - You should be familiar with creating, editing, saving, and printing documents using Microsoft Word.
  • Other Requirements:
    • You'll need a BC email address to access the online portion of this course.
    • Obtain a County Library Card or University/College Library Card. You will need either a County Library Card which you may obtain at either North Campus or South Campus Library or a University/College Library Card from the Central Campus Library. These cards will allow you to use select library databases. (optional)
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Course Attendance and Participation Policy
During the first week of class, you must complete an activity from the online orientation or you will be administratively withdrawn from the course. Simply logging into the course will not satisfy your attendance during this time. As with an on-campus course, students who are reported for non-attendance in an online course and are withdrawn are still responsible for paying for the course. If you do not complete the requirements of the first week of class, you should drop the course by the official drop/add deadline or expect to pay for the course.
It is very important for you to actively participate in this online class. If you stop participating in class discussions, do not submit assignments, or fail to take quizzes or tests prior to the withdrawal date, you will be administratively withdrawn from class and receive a W or, if it is your third attempt, an F.

If you stop participating after the withdrawal date, you will receive an F. To avoid this situation, you should remain an active learner in this class and always communicate extenuating circumstances to your instructor. Ongoing communication with the instructor is critical to your course success. Completion of tests, assignments, and other class activities are used as indicators of your participation in order to satisfy this reporting requirement.  See the list of activities required for participation and attendance on the
General Course Policies page.
Required Course Materials

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Required Text:
Title: Accounting, 25e
Author(s): Warren/Reeve/Duchac
Publisher, Edition: Cengage, 25ed
Hardcover Textbook + CengageNOW Printed Access Card (includes MindTap Reader eBook & 720 day access) ISBN: 9781305426627
Loose Leaf Textbook + CengageNOW Printed Access Card (includes MindTap Reader eBook & 720 day access) ISBN: 9781305426634

Books for online courses are available at the Central Campus bookstore
A. Hugh Adams Central Campus Bookstore
Admissions & Student Service Center - Bldg. 19
Tel: (954) 201-6830
Fax: (954) 201-6895
Methods of Instruction
This is a 3-credit hour fully online course without proctored exams. In this class, you will engage in structured out-of-class and online activities. The online activities may include, but are not limited to, readings, discussions, essays, case studies, research, and/or online quizzes and tests. See the course schedule for a detailed description of activities. Students are responsible for regularly reviewing the course schedule and completing all required assignments.
General Policies and Technical Requirements
You are responsible for being familiar with all BConline policies and procedures related to your activity in this course.
Broward College Policies
  • Review the Broward College Policies on topics including disability services, academic honesty, privacy, and critical event procedures.
BConline Policies
  • Review the General Course Policies for topics including rules for netiquette, definition of participation, and other information.
Proctored Exam Policy
  • This course may have proctored exams that must be taken at a campus e-Testing Center or at an alternate pre-approved testing location. For detailed instructions please visit our Proctored Exam Policy page.
Technical Requirements
  • Students taking an online course are expected to be moderately proficient in using a computer. Please go to the Technical Requirements page for a complete list of computer skills and technical requirements.
How to Access the Course
Follow these steps in order to log into the BConline course. Normally, the login date will be the first day of the session in which the course is scheduled. Only students who have registered and paid for the course will be permitted to login. There may be a delay of up to 20 minutes from when you register and pay before BConline login is activated.
  • Your BConline User Name is the same as your BC email ID.
  • Your BConline password is the same as your BC email PIN code.
  • If you need login information, obtain BC email user ID and PIN code before attempting to login to BConline.
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