Zoology 464/664 Endocrinology, MWF 2:00-2:50 Fall 2002

Dr. Wendy Reed, Wendy.Reed@ndsu.nodak.edu
Office: Stevens 311, Office hours: M & W 9:00-10:30 and by appointment
Text: Hadley, M. E. Endocrinology, 5th Edition. Prentice Hall. 2000

Course Description: Physiology and anatomy of endocrine glands; chemistry and interrelations of their secretions.

Course Objectives: At the end of the course I expect students will have accomplished the following goals:

1. Become familiar with the basic terminology and concepts in endocrinology
2. Demonstrate oral and written proficiency in communicating basic endocrine concepts.

The exercises I have selected are designed to help you accomplish these goals.


Evaluations:
You can earn a maximum of 600 points by demonstrating mastery and proficiency of the topics through tests, case studies, discussions of the primary literature, and presentation of a selected topic. You will be able to drop two of your lowest scores on tests, discussions, or case studies (only two of the 12 scores total will be dropped).

Tests (4) @ 50 pts each = 200 total points available
Tests will consist of objective, identification and short answer questions taken from materials presented in lectures, from the textbook, and from in-class exercises (discussions, presentations and case studies). The tests will be designed to take one half of an hour to complete and the answers will be presented and discussed during the same period. Make-up test will be given the day before the scheduled test only to those students who have given me a valid excuse prior to the test.

Case Studies (4) @ 50 pts each = 200 total points available
Case studies and questions will be handed out the week before their scheduled discussion day. Written answers to the questions should be prepared ahead of time (typed, i.e. use a computer) and will be due at the end of the class period. You should write the answers in your own words and avoid using medical jargon. We will discuss the cases and your answers in class and you may annotate your previously prepared answers based on our in-class discussion. Answers turned in late will be discounted 2 points/day starting once class is dismissed on the day the assignment is due (see below: excused absences must be cleared with me before class).

Discussions (4) @ 50 pts each = 200 total points available
Articles for discussion and questions will be handed out the week prior to the scheduled discussion period. Written answers to the questions should be prepared ahead of time (typed, i.e. use a computer) and will be due at the end of the class period. You should write the answers in your own words and avoid using medical jargon. We will discuss the cases and your answers in class and you may annotate your previously prepared answers based on our in-class discussion. Answers turned in late will be discounted 2 points/day starting once class is dismissed on the day the assignment is due (see below: excused absences must be cleared with me before class).

Presentation (1) @ 60 pts = 60 total points available
You will be responsible for a 20 minute presentation of a topic in endocrinology. The topics can be of your choosing and a list of ideas will be given to you. Please see the additional handout for more details on this exercise.

Participation = 40 total points available
I expect you to attend student presentations, discussions and case studies. These are activities that involve active participation by all students and you must be present. Attending lectures will certainly facilitate your learning and I encourage you to attend. If you miss a class period that is scheduled for a discussion, case study or presentation you will not earn those attendance points (~2 pts per exercise) and you must hand in any materials that are due prior to the class period you intend to miss.

Grading Policy:
I will not give you a grade, you are responsible for earning your grade by demonstrating written and oral proficiency in this course. There will be the opportunity to earn 600 points through the semester and grades will be assigned based on the percentage of points you earn out of the total points available (I will not curve the course).

0-59.9% Fail
60.0-69.9% D
70.0-79.9% C
80.0-89.9% B
90.0-100% A

I encourage discussion on all exercises assigned out side of class (even the final), but I will not tolerate plagiarism. You are expected to turn in your own work and your own interpretation of the concepts and material. All work in this course must be completed in a manner consistent with NDSU University Senate Policy, Section 335: Code of Academic Responsibility and Conduct (http://www.ndsu.nodak.edu/policy/335.htm). Any work you turn in this semester that is copied from published material (web or paper-based) or from another student will earn zero points.

Any students with disabilities or other special needs are encouraged to speak with Dr. Reed as soon as possible to make appropriate arrangements for accommodation.