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NORTH SEATTLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
STUDY SUGGESTIONS:
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NORTH SEATTLE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
1. Terminology. Law has a language all its own. As you read through a chapter,
write down each word that is “new” to you. Write down in your own words
what you think it means. Compare your definition with the glossary at the
back of the book or with a law dictionary (e.g., Black’s Law Dictionary, in the
NSCC library) for accuracy and completeness. See if you can write a sentence
using the new word that makes sense. This will help you develop a mastery of
the terminology.
2. Questions and Problem Cases. At the end of each chapter there are a series
of sample cases or questions. See if you can answer them. Check with other
students in class to see if you are in agreement. Some of these cases are based
on real cases. Compare your analysis with how the court ruled.
3. Study Groups. Most students find it helpful to have a weekly group get-
together at the library or a home, to review the reading or class discussions to
gain a deeper understanding of the materials.
www.findlaw.com
www.law.cornell.edu/topics/index.html
COURSE GRADE: You have a variety of ways to earn points towards your final
grade in this class. Please take a look at the following grading summary.
EXAMINATIONS: The quizzes are take-home. You will be given the quiz on a
Wednesday and must return the completed quiz the start of class the following
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
Monday. The quizzes are open book and open notes, but you are not allowed to
consult any person or service for assistance in answering any quiz questions. All
other testing (mid-term and final) will be in-class, with no opportunity for you to
talk or compare notes with other students, although you will be allowed two pages
of notes (two sheets of paper with notes on front and back) for each exam. You
will need one scantron for each quiz, one bluebook for the midterm and at least
two bluebooks for the final.
Answer each question fully, clearly, and in the order given. Mere conclusions
receive no credit. You should:
2. Define and discuss any principles of law, legal theories, etc., relevant to the
question.
3. Fully apply the given facts to the legal principles on which you rely. Do
not ignore any facts, even if they do not support your conclusions. Do not
assume that I know that you know something - tell me in your exam what you
know, defining every legal term used.
4. The actual conclusions you reach could be the least important part of your
answer - but you must base your conclusions on complete and intelligent
applications of the facts to the legal principles involved.
5. If further facts could affect the outcome of the problem, state with
particularity what they are, and how they could affect the outcome.
7. Discuss all issues - some questions have more than one issue.
8. If you need scratch paper to make notes, use your exam itself. Although
you must turn it in, it will not be graded. You may also designate a page of
your bluebook as “notes” and it will not be graded.
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
9. Caution:
a. Use non-erasable dark blue or black ink for your essays. Do not use
white-out or tear pages out of your blue book. Use a number 2 pencil for
the scantron.
b. You will need one scantron for each quiz and at least one large
bluebook for the midterm and final. Do not write your name on the
bluebook - they will be exchanged in class. When you get the bluebook in
class that you will use for your exam, write your name on the inside back
cover of the bluebook. Do not write your name on the front cover of the
bluebook. The purpose of this requirement is to ensure blind grading.
Write on every line of the blue book. Write on only one side of each page;
however you may use the facing page to insert information. Write your
name on the exam itself. When you complete the exam, place the exam
inside your bluebook and turn in the whole as a package. Failure to follow
all of these directions will cause a 1 point reduction in your exam grade.
Failure to return the exam itself will result in a grade of “F” for the exam.
c. All bluebook exams are closed book. However, you may bring a
maximum of two pages (i.e., two sheets of 8.5 by 11 paper) of notes (typed
or handwritten) to class for each exam. Make sure that all other study
materials are completely out of sight. Make sure that all books, notes (other
than the two pages of notes referenced above), book bags, and purses are
placed on the floor at the start of the exam. There is a presumption of
cheating if any unauthorized study materials are within view during exams.
Note: all cases of cheating result in a grade of “F” for the course and are
referred to the Dean’s office for further action.
CASE BRIEFS: To brief cases, case problems and questions, use the following
“IRAC” format:
gives a result in the particular case. Make it specific (e.g. “Has there been a false
imprisonment if the plaintiff was asleep at the time of ‘confinement’?”) rather than
general (e.g. “Will the plaintiff be successful?”). You may make it referable to the
specific case being briefed (e.g. “Did Miller owe a duty of care to Osco, Inc.?”) or
which can apply to all cases which present a similar question, (e.g. “Is a duty owed
whenever there is an employment relationship?”). Most cases present one issue.
If there is more than one issue, list all, and give rules for all issues raised.
Rule:The rule is the law which applies to the issue. It should be stated as
a general principal, (e.g. “A duty of care is owed whenever the defendant should
anticipate that her conduct could create a risk of harm to the plaintiff.”) not a
conclusion to the particular case being briefed, (e.g. “The plaintiff was
negligent.”).
With cases, the text gives you a background of the facts along with the judge’s
reasoning and conclusion. When you brief cases, you are basically summarizing
the judge’s opinion. With case problems, the editors have given you a summary of
the facts of an actual case, but have not given you the judge’s opinion. Your job is
to act as the judge in reasoning your way to a ruling, again using the IRAC format.
While most of these case problems are followed by a question, ignore the question
and instead brief the problem.
Most briefs are one to two pages long. They must be brought to class on the day
they are to be discussed. Once an assignment has been discussed, you no longer
need to bring it to class.
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
The extra credit is governed by the following: Grading will be based upon
completeness, conciseness, and clarity of expression. The
memorandum/summary must be word-processed, single-spaced, times new
roman, 12 point font. Neatness and organization also count. Deductions
will be made for poor grammar, spelling and sentence structure, as well as
for failure to follow the designated format and posting instructions.
GRADING SCALE:
At the end of the quarter, your total score will be compared to the following table
to determine the grade you have earned for the class.
4.0 93-100
3.7 90-92
3.3 87-89
3.0 83-86
2.7 80-82
2.3 77-79
2.0 73-76
1.7 70-72
1.3 67-69
1.0 63-66
0.7 60-62
0 Below 60
ABSENCES: Appropriate absences during the quarter include ill health, work or
family emergencies. Consistent attendance and participation is important. Part of
your grade is dependent upon your participation in class, which will not be
possible if you do not attend! If you miss a class, it is your sole responsibility to
obtain class notes and other lecture materials that may have been handed out, from
other students. Get the phone numbers and/or e-mail addresses of at least two
other students in the class so that you may share information. In general there will
be no makeup exams, and you must turn in your homework on the days they are
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
due. Any requests for changes on due dates must be made prior to the due dates.
The best way to reach me is to use my e-mail address.
CLASSROOM RULES:
CLASSROOM ETIQUITTE:
2. Please turn off or silence all computers, cell phones, pagers, PDAs, or other
electronic devices at the start of class. If you do have a device that goes off
during class, please turn it off right away, and wait to respond to it after the
class is over.
4. Students are expected to comply with NSCC student conduct policy and
procedures. Information on student responsibilities and rights is available at
the following website:
https://northseattle.edu/policies/student-rights-and-responsibilities
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
Any academic dishonesty will result in the exam or work being given zero credit,
and the student may be dismissed from the class or the college!
5. Taking exam answers from another student’s paper, or allowing another student
to copy your exam answers.
6. Using improper materials (i.e., not allowed) to answer exam questions on the
final.
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
respectful communication that allows for the expression of varied opinions and
multicultural perspectives encourages us to learn freely from each other.
1. Read the syllabus for each class you are taking. In the syllabus, the
instructor tells you what assignments you must do, by when. The syllabus
provides information such as: how the instructor will arrive at your grade, how
to contact your instructor if you have any questions about assignments, and
guidelines for behaviors your instructor expects. Let your instructor know
immediately, if you are unclear about any item on the syllabus or if you have
special needs or situations (such as a disability, or a job, family situation, or
bus commute that may occasionally make you late).
2. Do not miss class! If an emergency arises, e-mail the instructor before the
class and explain why you will miss and when you will return.
3. Smile and make friends with your classmates so you can share notes and
ask each other questions about assignments. Consider forming a study
group.
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
4. Try to study on campus, where there are fewer distractions, so that when
you go home you can relax and pay attention to other things and people in your
life.
5. Study every day. Take notes on what you are reading so you will have a
summary (and less to review) when the test comes around.
6. Break big assignments into smaller tasks. This makes it easier to start.
Study for thirty minutes, take a five-minute break, and go back for thirty
minutes more. When memorizing (vocabulary lists, formulas, etc.) break lists
into shorter lists of three or four concepts/vocabulary words. Learn them, take
a break, and learn four more. If you try to learn a long list all at once, you may
remember the first four items and the last three, but everything in between will
likely be a blur.
7. Plan some leisure time every day (aim for one hour per day) and every
weekend (aim for a three to four hour block) to do something you enjoy! It is
easier to study when you know you have a break scheduled and it is easier to
relax and enjoy yourself when you know you have completed some of your
homework.
The NSCC Counseling Center helps students identify careers, pick programs of
study, strengthen study skills, manage time and stress, deal with depression,
confront prejudice and learn other student success skills.
Feeling depressed? PLEASE see a counselor at the Counseling Center – they have
helped many students over the years!!
REVIEW for Final Exams? Use your take-home exams as a source for
terminology to review, and the terminology-review list provided by your
instructor. Make sure you know each term and how it is used.
G. K. Chesterton
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
SCHEDULE OF ASSIGNMENTS1
2 June 26 Ch. 4 (Common Law, Statutory Law & Admin. Law): Pp.
77-81, 84-85, 89-98
1
NOTE: THIS SCHEDULE IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. ANY CHANGES WILL BE ANNOUNCED IN
CLASS. ACCORDINGLY, ATTENDANCE IS CRITICAL.
2
WHILE MOST OF THESE “ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS” ARE FOLLOWED BY A SPECIFIC
QUESTION, IGNORE THE QUESTION ASKED AND INSTEAD BRIEF THE PROBLEM.
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BUSINESS 201, BUSINESS LAW
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COURSE SYLLABUS, SUMMER QUARTER 2013
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