Learning Objectives
By the end of this module, you will be able to:
1. get to know your professor and those with whom you will be exchanging ideas in the coming months.
2. find the key information for this course (deadlines, evaluation procedures, course plan and progress, learning objectives, regulations, best way to communicate with the professor, etc.).
3. plan your semester using a calendar.
4. use all the tools you need in this course: content and quizzes
5. browse the site.
6. customize your profile, modify notification settings and manage your account preferences.
Reading:
Web pages:
- You as an online student
- Information about your professor
- The course and its components
- Activity - Personal learning objectives
- Activity - Manage your time
- Activity - Treasure hunt
Practice:
- Activity - Personal learning objectives (use the tool that enables you to submit an assignment)
- Activity - Manage your time with your favorite calendar
- Activity - Treasure hunt (test your knowledge)
Estimated time to complete this module: 2 hours
What will I learn?
How to prepare for this online course.
In order to get the course off to a good start, please read the following information:
You, as an online student:
- Find out how to "be" an online student!
- Identify some essential skills for online students.
- Learn how to navigate the site.
- Download a mobile application for this site.
- Consult a guide prepared for online students.
Your Professor:
- Curious to know who your teacher is?
- Know how to reach them.
You, as a responsible student:
- Read the lesson plan and calendar.
- Make note of the evaluated assignments and exams, the course structure, and the required work.
- Do the activities that use the tools you will need for this course: assignment, discussion, exam.