Course Description

This course welcomes students to Grantham University, prepares them to navigate the online classroom, and introduces them to important academic policies.

Course Objectives

Upon completing this course you will be able to:

Be aware of individuals in university leadership
Navigate through the Grantham University Blackboard environment
Participate in discussion forums
Demonstrate an understanding of basic technical tasks
Communicate with your Student Advisor
Act in accordance with university policies in the catalog

Tentative Schedule

Module One – Welcome to GU!	View Welcome Videos from university leadership View Student Center tutorial Learn more about graduation Participate in introductory discussion board
Module Two – Support Services	View introductions from Student Financial Services, Student Advising, The Learning Center, and Career Services Participate in motivation discussion board
Module Three – Technical Requirements	View technical tips videos
Module Four – Important Information/Policies	Read policy explanations and access links to the policies in the catalog Complete 10-question catalog policy quiz
Module Five – You’re ready for your first term!	Complete the final orientation quiz Read the preparedness checklist Participate in course summary discussion
Module Six – Ongoing Discussion	Student community discussion board will remain open here indefinitely

Expected Student Workload

The following table outlines the academic effort required for you to be successful in this course. While the times in the table are approximate, it is presented to help with your time management. If you have any questions or concerns, please direct them to your instructor or student advisor.

Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required
1	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.3

		Discussions	2.0
		Assignments	0.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0
Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required
2	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.2
		Discussions	2.0
		Assignments	0.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0
Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required
3	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.1
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0
Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required
4	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.1
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	1.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	1.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0
Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required

5	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.1
		Discussions	2.0
		Assignments	0.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0

Week	Type of Activity	Activity	Estimated Hours Required
6	Online	Readings/Lectures	0.0
		Discussions	2.0
		Assignments	0.0
	Preparation	Readings	0.0
		Discussions	0.0
		Assignments	0.0
		Clinical/Lab Hours	0.0