Due Nov 20th College Life Portfolio

LLS 1153: College Life

Portfolio Draft

& Final Submission Instructions

Final Portfolio – 200 points

You will synthesize the course content to compose a final portfolio which is intended for you to demonstrate your knowledge of utilizing campus resources, establishing positive study habits, developing time management skills, and demonstrating effective financial planning skills as it pertains to your personal experience as a college student. Below is the rubric for the overall portfolio. Be sure to refer to the instructions for each portfolio draft & final submission.

Part 1: Increase utilization of academic resources (SLO 1) – 50 points

Purpose:

College and campus resources are available to aid in students’ personal, academic, and career success. The purpose of this part is to ensure your increased use of the college resources & reflect on the ways in which these resources have benefited your success.

Instructions:

From the SLO 1 block module content, identify at least 3 college resources you plan to utilize this semester. Resources can include, but are not limited to: tutoring, financial aid, health & wellness, student organizations, advisement & career tools (like DegreeWorks & Career Coach), etc.

Then, track every time you utilized these resources, and total the number of times you used the resources over the course of the semester. (You are welcome to track more than 3 resources, and be sure to add more columns to accommodate the days you used the resources.) For example:

College Resource Usage Tracker
Name of Resource	Dated Used	Dated Used	Dated Used	Dated Used	Dated Used	Dated Used	Semester Totals
Financial Aid
Library
Food Pantry

Portfolio Draft Submission:

For the portfolio draft submission, identify the 3 resources you plan to track & provide a reason for why you selected each resource to use. Your submission must be at least a paragraph long (containing 3-5 sentences) and use proper grammar & punctuation.

Final Submission:

For the final submission of this part, you must include:

1. a table that tracks your usage of the resources you selected (see example above);

2. a reflection explaining why you selected these resources & how these resources benefited your personal, academic, and career success. Write one paragraph (3-5 sentences) per resource; and

3. proper grammar & mechanics.

Final Portfolio Rubric – PART 1 (SLO 1) Increased utilization of academic resources
Criteria	Excellent (Full Marks)	Satisfactory (Partial Marks)	Unsatisfactory (No Marks)	Points Awarded
Resource USAGE TRACKER	10 pts Full Marks Includes complete table of at least 3 resources & dates utilized throughout the semester.	5 pts Partial Marks Only tracked 2 resources or table incomplete.	0 pts No Marks Only tracked 1 resource, table incomplete, or did not submit this component.
Reflection on RESOURCE 1	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; discusses why this resource was selected & how it benefited student's success.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Reflection on RESOURCE 2	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; discusses why this resource was selected & how it benefited student's success.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Reflection on RESOURCE 3	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; discusses why this resource was selected & how it benefited student's success.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Grammar & Mechanics	10 pts Full Marks Follows directions for response length; less than 5 mistakes on grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.	5 pts Partial Marks Some issues with post length and/or some grammar & mechanics issues.	0 pts No Marks Serious issues with grammar & mechanics.

Part 2: Establish positive study skills to build academic success (SLO 2) – 50 points

Purpose:

Establishing effective study habits and skills is critical to a college student’s success, and such skills are easily transferable to the working world. The purpose of this part is to ensure you have identified the study habits, behaviors, and skills that most effectively contribute to your success as it pertains to your individual learning needs and preferences.

Instructions:

From the SLO 2 block module content, demonstrate your metacognitive ability and develop a study plan based on your individual learning needs & preferences. For example:

My Personal Study Plan
My VARK Learning Style is…
For this class…	I will take notes using this method…	I will review my notes, rewrite my notes, and do homework for this many hours…	(Rewrite notes/do homework) For this many days per week…	For a total of this many hours per week…	I will begin studying for my tests this many days ahead of time…	Using these study strategies…
Intermediate Algebra
English Comp I
(etc.)

Portfolio Draft Submission:

For the portfolio draft submission, demonstrate your metacognitive ability by answering the questions below; refer to the module content for more detail/information. You may bullet point your answers. Then fill in the preliminary details for your study plan for at least 2 classes using the example table as a guide. Questions to answer:

· Where you learn best?

· How you learn best?

· How you currently handle academic setbacks & challenges (like a hard homework problem or bad test grade)?

· How do you currently study/prepare for test?

· How do you currently handle test anxiety?

Final Submission:

For the final submission of this part, you must include a reflection answering the questions below. Write one paragraph (3-5 sentences) per question using proper grammar and mechanics:

1. How have your study habits changed?

a. Provide an example for a specific class or the class in which you improved the most.

b. Include any relevant details regarding how you take notes, set aside time to study, strategies you use to study, and manage your stress or test-related anxiety.

2. How has your ability to handle setbacks & challenges changed?

a. Provide at least one specific example.

3. Which transferable (workplace) skills did you identify as your weakest, and how have those improved?

a. Provide at least one specific example or specific action you’ve taken.

4. What are the major take-away points/lessons you learned about establishing positive study skills?

Final Portfolio Rubric – PART 2 (SLO 2) Establish positive study skills to build academic success
Criteria	Excellent (Full Marks)	Satisfactory (Partial Marks)	Unsatisfactory (No Marks)	Points Awarded
Reflection on STUDY HABITS	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Reflection on SETBACKS	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Reflection on WORKPLACE SKILLS	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Reflection on LESSONS LEARNED	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Grammar & Mechanics	10 pts Full Marks Follows directions for response length; less than 5 mistakes on grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.	5 pts Partial Marks Some issues with post length and/or some grammar & mechanics issues.	0 pts No Marks Serious issues with grammar & mechanics.

Part 3: Develop time management skills (SLO 3) – 50 points

Purpose:

Developing time management skills is critical to an individual’s personal, academic, and career success. The purpose of this part is to ensure you identify your time management habits & strategies to improve bad habits and develop a plan for a school-life balance based on your personal responsibilities and circumstance.

Instructions:

From the SLO 3 block module content, identify how you’re currently spending your time by tracking everything you do for an entire week. It’s important that you be very specific about the type of activity you’re doing & distinguish homework from study and playing on your phone from other activities you do for fun. Be sure to fill in every single box on the Time Tracker table, and include all of the following items (if applicable):

· Sleeping

· Eating

· Personal grooming (showing, brushing teeth, getting ready for school, work, bed, etc.)

· Commuting (traveling to & from work or school)

· Class (write the name of the class in the appropriate time slot & this includes your required math lab hours)

· Work

· Extracurricular activities (band, athletics, club meetings, church, volunteer, etc.)

· Other personal responsibilities (taking care of kids, family, etc.)

· Homework

· Studying

· Exercise, wellness center, or outdoor activities

· Things you do for fun: watching tv, reading, video games, etc.

· Playing on your phone

· Hanging out (doing things I don’t need to know about)

Portfolio Draft Submission:

For the portfolio draft submission, complete a preliminary analysis of your time by reporting the approximate number of hours per week you spend:

· Sleeping

· Eating

· Personal grooming (showing, brushing teeth, getting ready for school, work, bed, etc.)

· Commuting (traveling to & from work or school)

· Class (write the name of the class in the appropriate time slot & this includes your required math lab hours)

· Work

· Extracurricular activities (band, athletics, club meetings, church, volunteer, etc.)

· Other personal responsibilities (taking care of kids, family, etc.)

· Homework

· Studying

· Exercise, wellness center, or outdoor activities

· Things you do for fun: watching tv, reading, video games, etc.

· Playing on your phone

· Hanging out (doing things I don’t need to know about)

Then, answer the following questions. You may bullet point your responses:

· After we fulfill our basic needs & responsibilities, the rest is called our “free time.” How are you spending most of your free time?

· (Basic needs & responsibilities include sleeping, eating, grooming, commuting, being in class, going to work, taking care of kids/family, and participating in extracurricular activities.)

· Are you happy with your current grades? Do you feel that you’re not spending enough free time on things you should be doing (like homework, studying, etc.)? Or, do you feel like you don’t have enough free time & why?

· Brainstorm at least 3 things you can do to improve your overall time management

Final Submission:

For the final submission of this part, you must include:

1. a copy of your original time tracker;

2. a revised time tracker that demonstrates a balance between school & life responsibilities;

a. Include specific times each day that you incorporate into your schedule to study

b. The amount of time you indicate that you study & for what class should align with your study plan (Part 2)

3. a one paragraph reflection (3-5 sentences) of the major take-away points/lessons you learned about time management; and

a. provide at least 1 example illustrating the lessons you learned

4. proper grammar & mechanics.

Final Portfolio Rubric – PART 3 (SLO 3) Develop time management skills
Criteria	Excellent (Full Marks)	Satisfactory (Partial Marks)	Unsatisfactory (No Marks)	Points Awarded
ORIGINAL time tracker	10 pts Full Marks Includes original copy of time tracker; all time slots filled in completely.	5 pts Partial Marks Includes original time tracker, but not filled in completely; didn't follow instructions.	0 pts No Marks Included this component but lacking serious detail or did not submit this component.
REVISED time tracker	20 pts Full Marks Includes copy of revised time tracker; all time slots filled in completely; demonstrates change in habits & balance between school & life responsibilities.	10 pts Partial Marks Includes revised time tracker, but not filled in completely; didn't follow instructions; doesn't demonstrate change in habits.	0 pts No Marks Included this component but lacking serious detail or did not submit this component.
Reflection on time management	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Grammar & Mechanics	10 pts Full Marks Follows directions for response length; less than 5 mistakes on grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.	5 pts Partial Marks Some issues with post length and/or some grammar & mechanics issues.	0 pts No Marks Serious issues with grammar & mechanics.

Time Tracker How do I spend my time in a week?
Time	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday	Sunday
12:00 am – 4:00 am
4:00 am
5:00 am
6:00 am
7:00 am
8:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
11:00 am
12:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
3:00 pm
4:00 pm
5:00 pm
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
8:00 pm
9:00 pm
10:00 pm
11:00 pm

Part 4: Demonstrate effective financial planning skills (SLO 4) – 50 points

Purpose:

Developing effective time management skills is critical to an individual’s personal, academic, and career success. The purpose of this part is to ensure you identify your habits related to your financial wellness and develop a budget for your lifestyle and personal circumstance.

Instructions:

From the SLO 4 block module content, identify how you’re currently spending your money for the duration of this SLO block. Be sure to track every source of income and every expense from bills, rent, school-related expenses, and other spending (like going out to eat or renting a Redbox movie). For example:

My Income & Expenses for the Month of _________
Source of Income	Money Earned
McDonald’s	$400
Mowed lawns in neighborhood	$100
Total Income:	$500
Expenses this Month	Money Spent
Cell phone bill	$50.00
Sonic	$6.00
PRCC Nelnet payment	$100.00
New shirt for a party	$30
Gas	$40
Total Expenses	$226
Difference (Income minus expenses)	$274

Then, take your expenses & categorize them according to your needs versus your wants. For example:

My Needs Versus My Wants
Needs	Why?	Wants	Why?
Cell phone	Must get in touch with my parents or kids; in case of emergency	Sonic	All my friends were going
PRCC Nelnet Payment	Need to pay tuition so I can register for classes & get my education	New shirt	I have clothes, but I just wanted something new to wear Friday night
Gas	Need to get to and from work & school

Finally, create a budget for yourself based on your lifestyle & personal circumstance. Try to use the 50-20-30 rule if you can! For example:

My Budget for the month of
Category	How much I PLAN to earn/spend this month	How much I ACTUALLY earned/spent	Difference (Planned – Actual)
Sources of INCOME
McDonalds
Moving lawns
INCOME TOTAL:
EXPENSES:
Cell phone bill
Meals with friends
Tuition
SAVINGS (10-20% of total income)
EXPENSES TOTAL:
DIFFERENCE: (Total income – total expenses)

Portfolio Draft Submission:

For the portfolio draft submission, include a preliminary copy of your needs versus wants chart and the first two columns of your budget chart using the examples provided. Then, answer the following questions. You may bullet point your responses.

· What would you say you spend most of your money on?

· Based on the previous response, how does fit in with managing your needs versus wants?

Final Submission:

For the final submission of this part, you must include:

1. a copy of your monthly income & expense chart (see example);

2. a copy of your needs versus wants analysis (see example);

3. a copy of your monthly budget (see example);

4. a one paragraph reflection (3-5 sentences) of the major take-away points/lessons you learned about effective financial planning; and

a. provide at least 1 example illustrating the lessons you learned

5. proper grammar & mechanics.

Final Portfolio Rubric – PART 4 (SLO 4) Establish positive study skills to build academic success
Criteria	Excellent (Full Marks)	Satisfactory (Partial Marks)	Unsatisfactory (No Marks)	Points Awarded
Income & Expense Chart	10 pts Full Marks Includes copy of this component; submission content is thorough	5 pts Partial Marks Includes copy of this component, but submission lacking in detail; missing components	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or serious issues with submission details; did not follow instructions
Needs versus Wants Chart	10 pts Full Marks Includes copy of this component; submission content is thorough	5 pts Partial Marks Includes copy of this component, but submission lacking in detail; missing components	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or serious issues with submission details; did not follow instructions
Monthly Budget Chart	10 pts Full Marks Includes copy of this component; submission content is thorough	5 pts Partial Marks Includes copy of this component, but submission lacking in detail; missing components	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or serious issues with submission details; did not follow instructions
Reflection on FINANCIAL LITERACY	10 pts Full Marks Provides meaningful responses to all aspects of the prompt; provides specific details/examples.	5 pts Partial Marks Does not fully address all aspects of the prompt; lacking detail or specific examples.	0 pts No Marks Did not submit this component or submission completely off topic.
Grammar & Mechanics	10 pts Full Marks Follows directions for response length; less than 5 mistakes on grammar, punctuation, spelling, etc.	5 pts Partial Marks Some issues with post length and/or some grammar & mechanics issues.	0 pts No Marks Serious issues with grammar & mechanics.