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SCHEDULE PLANNING GUIDE
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Building Your Class Schedule
Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of the classes you take: • Study the course schedule on the website, which lists each class being
offered, the time, location and instructor (if available).
• Meet with your advisor for valuable assistance and information unique to
your degree plan.
• Take classes in the correct sequence.
• Check the course descriptions for any prerequisite courses/important
information.
• During registration, classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Have some
alternative classes in case your first choices are full.
• Students who plan to transfer to a four-year university should follow the
degree plan from their expected university. That means contacting them now for advice on what courses will transfer toward your degree and becoming familiar with any transfer equivalency guides, articulation agreements and Sandburg’s core curriculum guide.
Starfish Early Alert
Sandburg uses Starfish to communicate with students regarding their academic progress. The purpose of Starfish is to communicate with students EARLY in the semester and to keep you informed of your progress in your class. The system is not intended to punish you for poor performance. Starfish helps and promotes success in the classroom.
WHY DO WE USE STARFISH?
We want all Sandburg students to successfully complete their degrees or certificates. The Starfish software allows faculty to easily communicate their concerns to you as well as the staff in your Success Network. This is a group of people here at Sandburg concerned with your success. This includes all of the current faculty members, your advisor, student success coach and, if you are an athlete, your coach.
• You need to check your Sandburg email routinely.
• Your instructor will send you a flag or a kudo through the Starfish program.
• You can also set up text alerts to go to your mobile phone notifying you when
you receive a flag or kudo.
REQUEST HELP FEATURE ADDED TO STARFISH
Starfish has added a new feature called “Request Help” that allows students to be proactive in seeking assistance. Login to your Starfish account, click on the menu button, and then select “Request Help” on the left side navigation.
Strategies for Academic Success
At Carl Sandburg College we want you to achieve your goal of graduating with a college degree or certificate. Here are a few steps you may take to help make your path to success easier:
• Go to class prepared for the discussion and ask questions to clarify the information.