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:
· Navigate through the Grantham University GLife and Blackboard environments
· Participate in discussion forums
· Submit an assignment
· Demonstrate an understanding of basic technical tasks
· Communicate with your Student Advisor and Instructors
· Act in accordance with university policies in the catalog
Tentative Schedule
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Module One – Getting Started |
· View GLife tutorial video · Learn more about the Blackboard App · Learn how to submit assignments and discussions · Watch a video on how to understand weighted grades · Participate in introductory discussion board · Complete the Module 1 Quiz |
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Module Two – Technology |
· Learn about APA Style · View a video on how to use the online library and databases · View tutorials on various technical topics · Learn how to set up your Grantham email · Participate in a discussion of your computer hardware and back up plans in case of technical failure · Complete the Module 2 Quiz |
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Module Three – Important GU Policies |
· Learn about important academic integrity policies · Understand academic progress and participation policies · Complete the Module 3 Quiz |
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Module Four – Support Services |
· Meet the full-time faculty! · Learn more about Career Services · Meet the Student Advising team · Complete the Module 4 Quiz |
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Module Five – Student Resources |
· Discover tips for student success · Learn about the resources available to students · Submit the Module 5 Assignment · Complete the Module 5 Quiz |
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Module Six – Financial Literacy |
· Learn about student financial literacy topics · Discover Grantham sponsored scholarships · Complete the Module 6 Quiz |
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Module Seven – Almost there! |
· View testimonial videos of past students · Complete the final orientation quiz |
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.
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Module |
Type of Activity |
Activity |
Estimated Hours Required |
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1 |
Online |
Readings/Lectures |
0.15 |
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Discussions |
.5 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0
|
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2 |
Online |
Reading/Lectures |
0.5 |
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Discussions |
2.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab hours |
0.0 |
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3 |
Online |
Reading/Lectures |
0.2 |
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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|
Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0 |
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4 |
Online |
Readings/Lectures |
0.15
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0 |
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5 |
Online |
Readings/Lectures |
0.1 |
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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|
Assignments |
1.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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|
Assignments |
1.0 |
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|
Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0 |
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6 |
Online |
Readings/Lectures |
0.2 |
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Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
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Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0 |
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7 |
Online |
Readings/Lectures |
0.1 |
|
Discussions |
2.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Preparation |
Readings |
0.0 |
|
|
Discussions |
0.0 |
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Assignments |
0.0 |
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Clinical/Lab Hours |
0.0 |
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