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108 All Weeks Discussion , Journal and Assignments – Entire Course
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108 Full Course
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108 Week 1 Topic 1: Discussion Question 1
Prior to
answering your first Discussion Question (DQ), please do the following to be
better prepared to respond to the required DQs each week:
Read the “Communications Expectations Resource.” This outlines specific expectations for DQ participation and posts.
Read the “Communications Expectations Resource.” This outlines specific expectations for DQ participation and posts.
Discussion
Question
GCU provides many resources to ensure your academic success. This includes the tutorials that are located in both your syllabus and in the Course Materials area of LoudCloud.
Tutorials can be very helpful in learning new skills. After viewing the required tutorials for this Topic, which do you think is the most valuable and in what ways will you apply it to your academic career?
GCU provides many resources to ensure your academic success. This includes the tutorials that are located in both your syllabus and in the Course Materials area of LoudCloud.
Tutorials can be very helpful in learning new skills. After viewing the required tutorials for this Topic, which do you think is the most valuable and in what ways will you apply it to your academic career?
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108 Week 1 Topic 1: Discussion Question 2
After
reading chapter 1 in your text as well as other readings in Topic 1, discuss
what sparked your interest. Please provide specific examples from the readings.
How will you implement these in your college career?
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108 Week 1 Topic 1 Assignment: Navigating LoudCloud and Time Management
Purpose
of Assignment: To
become familiar with the GCU Learning Management System (LMS) Loud Cloud and
the GCU website, and to also help you develop time management, an important
skill for college and everyday life.
This
assignment will be in two parts. In the first part of this assignment, you will
be exploring and navigating around the Loud Cloud LMS so that you are more
confident in locating items in the online class as well as resources that are
available to you as a GCU student. Also in Part 1, you will navigate the GCU
website so you become more familiar with it and can locate information you may
need in the future.
In Part
2, you will be tracking and recording your time spent for 3 days to see where
and how you manage your time. You will then reflect on your findings and plan
strategies to help you maximize your time and help you become a better manager
of your life.
Grading
Criteria: Part 1
will be graded with an instructor answer key; Part 2 will be reviewed based on
your data given and presentation of your reflection.
Assignment
Due Date: End of
Week/Topic 1
Part
1: Navigating the Loud Cloud LMS and GCU Website
Directions: Please locate the correct response(s) to
each of the questions below, and then provide your answer found, in one to two
sentences, or short answer format. (The spacing can be manipulated
if you require more room for your responses. Please DO NOT forget to SAVE once
you begin to answer the questions, so you do not lose any information.)
1. After
logging into the Loud Cloud classroom, list the main
tabs you see across the top of the
“home” page of Loud Cloud. Include the number to tech
support, link is located at the bottom of the home page (hint: it is in blue).
2.
From the Course Home page in Loud Cloud, click on the TASKS tab and then click on FORUM.
Explain the purpose of the Main Forum, Individual Forum, and Questions to
Instructor Forum.
3. Under
the RESOURCES tab in
Loud Cloud, click on the Student Success Center.
List the three main tabs you find at the top of the Student
Success Center.
4.
Under the RESOURCES tab in Loud Cloud, inside
the Student Success Center, click on TOOLS and then click on Style
Guides and Templates. What writing style is required for 100-
and 200-level courses at GCU?
5. Under
the Resources tab in Loud Cloud, inside
the Student Success Center, click on the Tools tab at
the top of the page select Tutorials. List
3 tutorials that will help you most as you begin this course.
6.
From the Course Home page in Loud Cloud, explain the steps to
find your GRADEBOOK.
7. Click on
the RESOURCES tab in the Loud Cloud classroom.
Describe the following resources:
1. Course
Material
2. Add-ons
3. Syllabus
4. Classroom
Policies
5. Student Success
Center
6. Library
7. Tutoring
Services
8.
Click on the RESOURCES tab in the Loud Cloud classroom and
select COURSE MATERIALS.
List the first two resources you find on the page under the Course Contents
heading.
9. Go to http://library.gcu.edu. Under Help,
click on the Frequently Asked Questions (on
the left) link. Describe
how to get help from the librarian.
10. Stay in
the CONNECT tab, select and click on Roster.
Review your instructor’s profile, provide his/her contact information,
including office hours.
1. On the
Home Page, locate and click Student Affairs,
then locate and click Spiritual Life.
Describe which sections of this page interest you. Why?
2. On the
Home page, locate and click Campus Resources.
Locate and click Learning Resources then locate and click Learning
Lounge. What can you expect during your tutoring session with a
learning advocate (LEAD)?
1. On the
Home page, locate and click on About GCU.
Locate and click University Snapshot.
Locate the Mission and Vision Statement for Grand Canyon University. Based on
the Mission Statement what will GCU prepare you to become upon graduation?
2. Staying
on the University Snapshot page,
locate and list the Four Pillars of GCU.
3. On the
Home page, click Academics.
Locate and click Majors & Programs,
then locate your program. Which program core course looks most interesting to
you? Why? Include course name, number and description along with your
explanation.
Part
Two: Time Monitoring and Management for College & Life
Directions:
There will be two parts to this portion of the assignment, Part A and Part B.
Please complete all sections on this document, as this is what you will be
submitting for your entire Topic 1 Assignment (Parts 1 and 2).
In
Part A, you begin by keeping an informal time log in which you note
all your activities for 3 days, from 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.(even if your wake-up and
bedtime alter from this beginning and end time, please use this time-frame and
just place what you are doing during the hours allocated). You will use this
information for planning ways to make better use of your time.
In
Part B, you will briefly analyze the results from your time log to
determine the changes you need to make to your time schedule and how you will
manage those changes. After analyzing your data, you will construct a
reflective 200-250-word summary of your time-monitoring analysis and identify
two main discoveries you found; whether this was positive or negative
discovery. You may also wish to consider the information from chapter 4 of the
textbook as you complete your reflection, as you may wish to reference to help
support your findings.
Note: This portion of the assignment will also
help in completing the S.M.A.R.T Goals that will come in Week/Topic 5.
Part
A: Time Monitoring Activity/Worksheet
In
completing the Time Monitoring, you will need to fill out the Time Monitoring
Worksheet found below the following directions. *You may also wish to print one
to keep for easier record keeping as you track your time, and then complete the
chart here to submit with your assignment.
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Monitor your time in hourly increments:
1. Carry
your Time Monitoring Worksheet with you whenever you are awake.
2. Each
hour of the day, starting at 5:00 a.m. and ending at 11:00 p.m., write down
what you did during that hour.
If you do not get up until 10 a.m., do you record 5:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m.? Yes, you
will just note that you were “sleeping” during those hours.
3. Do not
overdo the recording; record the primary activity for the hour.
·
On Day 4, when you have 3 days of time monitored, it is time to
analyze your time use. You will need to have your Time Monitoring Worksheet
available, as you will need this to review and reflect what you have noted, as
well as something to take notes with when analyzing your data.
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New college students usually find that most time management
issues, fall into three main categories, so this is where you will start the
analysis. Brainstorm and organize your data into the areas noted below, and add
area(s) where you see necessary. Here are the three main areas students have
mentioned when reviewing their data and reasoning:
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Making poor judgments about using their time wisely;
procrastination would fall under this area or not prioritizing events or tasks
wisely.
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When stressed, becoming immobilized or shutting down mentally
and/or physically.
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Giving less than their best efforts when rushed and overwhelmed
or when they feel like quitting.
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Once you have fully analyzed your data, you will be ready to
begin Part B, writing your reflective summary.
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Part
B: Time Monitoring and Management Reflection
In
reviewing your data and notes, you will now write a
200-250-word summary. Briefly discuss your findings, and if you
are utilizing your time wisely or there are areas where you need to adjust to
be more successful in college and life. You may also want to consider adding
supportive information from the readings in chapter 4 to help express your
points in your summary.
Please
write your summary in the space provided below. You will be able to manipulate the space if
you require more room for your summary.
Important: Once you have completed the assignment, be
sure to submit the assignment to the appropriate assignment drop box for Topic
1 Assignment. Please be sure to click on the FINAL submit button, as your
assignment will not be submitted unless you do this. Failure to do this could
result in late penalties or a zero.
To
review assignment grade and feedback, you will go to the same place where you
submitted the assignment. Please watch for any important announcements that
your instructor may post in regards to assignments and grades throughout the
course
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108 Week 1 Topic 1 Journal Entry: Motivation
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 1 entry will be about motivation. The purpose of writing the
journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself
and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed
throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
GCU
Style Guide and GCU Style Guide Template, located in the Student Success
Center.
Instructions
Reflect
on the topic of “Motivation” by answering the following questions in your
reflection:
1. What
motivated you to enroll at GCU and pursue a degree in higher education?
2. How is
motivation important for student success?
3. Explain
how participating in the discussion forums can help you feel connected with
your classmates. Will this connection help you stay motivated? Explain.
4. Reflect
on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for
you?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using GCU Style Template in Microsoft Word.
Your
response must be between 250-300-words.
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108 Week 2 Topic 2: Discussion Question 1
The
“Time Management and Study Skills” essay in chapter 4 of your eBook discusses
various tips to help you manage and organize your time better and put the most
effort put into your studying.
Which of
these have you had the most problems with in the past, and how do you intend to
address these?
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108 Week 2 Topic 2: Discussion Question 2
After
reading the Topic 2 lecture in the online classroom, explain the following:
The relationship between the topic objectives, the assignment, and the rubric.
How is each component important to completing an assignment?
What are some strategies you have learned from the readings and this course so far, that will help you complete your assignments, both accurately and efficiently?
The relationship between the topic objectives, the assignment, and the rubric.
How is each component important to completing an assignment?
What are some strategies you have learned from the readings and this course so far, that will help you complete your assignments, both accurately and efficiently?
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108 Week 2 Topic 2 Journal Entry: My Program of Study
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 2 entry will be about your program of study. The purpose of writing
the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express
yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed
throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Review
your planned program of study on the GCU website. Answer the following
questions in your reflection:
1. What
program of study are you enrolled in or planning to enroll in? Identify and
discuss some of the courses you will be required to take.
2. Which
courses do you anticipate being the most challenging, and what GCU resources
are available to help you?
3. What
skills or knowledge will you need for this program of study and how will you
gain them? How will effective time management help you complete your program?
4. Reflect
on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for
you?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using the GCU Template in Microsoft Word.
Your
response must be between 250-300 words.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center.
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108 Week 2 Understanding a GCU Assignment Activity
Details:
Purpose
There are typically several core components to any assignment at GCU. Knowing how to dissect a GCU assignment ensures successful completion of the assignment. The Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet will provide you with an opportunity to practice dissecting the components of an assignment so that you are better prepared to complete assignments successfully.
There are typically several core components to any assignment at GCU. Knowing how to dissect a GCU assignment ensures successful completion of the assignment. The Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet will provide you with an opportunity to practice dissecting the components of an assignment so that you are better prepared to complete assignments successfully.
Required
Course Materials
Lecture 2
Chapter 4 in the textbook: Time Management and Study Skills
Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet
Syllabus Tutorial
Microsoft Word
Lecture 2
Chapter 4 in the textbook: Time Management and Study Skills
Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet
Syllabus Tutorial
Microsoft Word
Instructions
Read the required course materials listed above to assist you in answering the questions on the attached worksheet. These materials are accessible through the course materials tab in your classroom.
To complete the assignment, you will review the sample assignment and rubric provided in the worksheet. This assignment is from another course and is only an example of an assignment, not one that you are required to complete. You will review the requirements of the sample assignment and rubric to guide you in answering the questions listed on the worksheet.
Please download the attached worksheet, as you will need to record your responses on the worksheet, save this, and then submit this as an assignment for this week.
Read the required course materials listed above to assist you in answering the questions on the attached worksheet. These materials are accessible through the course materials tab in your classroom.
To complete the assignment, you will review the sample assignment and rubric provided in the worksheet. This assignment is from another course and is only an example of an assignment, not one that you are required to complete. You will review the requirements of the sample assignment and rubric to guide you in answering the questions listed on the worksheet.
Please download the attached worksheet, as you will need to record your responses on the worksheet, save this, and then submit this as an assignment for this week.
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108 Week 3 Topic 3: Discussion Question 1
Read the
article “Student Preparation for Distance Education,” located in the Topic 3
Supplemental Material Document, as this resource discusses characteristics of
successful online learners.
Which
characteristics would you rank as the top three being most important and why?
Which three do you think you will have difficulty with, and what strategies can
you use to overcome these challenges?
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108 Week 3 Topic 3: Discussion Question 2
Access
and view the Four Pillars of Grand Canyon University, located on the GCU
website http://www.gcu.edu/About-Us/Four-Pillars.php.
This
topic has explored the purpose of higher education. In answering this
discussion question, explain what your personal, professional, and educational
goals are and in what ways the four pillars will help you achieve these goals.
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108 Week 3 Student Academic Skills Assessment and Reflection
Details:
Purpose
Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are will help you understand steps you should take to improve as a student. GCU wants to assist you in improving in certain areas, such as study habits and note taking.
Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are will help you understand steps you should take to improve as a student. GCU wants to assist you in improving in certain areas, such as study habits and note taking.
Required
Materials
Microsoft Word
Microsoft Word
Instructions
Complete the “Student Academic Skills Assessment” worksheet. This requires highlighting the number that best describes your current ability. For help on how to highlight, please review the “MS Word Basics 2 Highlighting” Resource (attached).
Please record your answers directly on the worksheet provided.
Review each completed section and reflect on the assessment results provided. *NOTE: There are two sections to this worksheet.
Section two requires you to write a summary of your assessment results and then write a reflection on what you learned from completing the assessment.
Submit your Student Academic Skills Assessment, with the summary and reflection included in the worksheet (do not submit two documents for this assignment), to the appropriate assignment dropbox.
Complete the “Student Academic Skills Assessment” worksheet. This requires highlighting the number that best describes your current ability. For help on how to highlight, please review the “MS Word Basics 2 Highlighting” Resource (attached).
Please record your answers directly on the worksheet provided.
Review each completed section and reflect on the assessment results provided. *NOTE: There are two sections to this worksheet.
Section two requires you to write a summary of your assessment results and then write a reflection on what you learned from completing the assessment.
Submit your Student Academic Skills Assessment, with the summary and reflection included in the worksheet (do not submit two documents for this assignment), to the appropriate assignment dropbox.
Format
Requirements
Record your answers, including summary and reflection, on the Student Academic Skills Assessment and Reflection Worksheet.
Your summary and reflection response should be between 250-500 words. Solid academic writing is expected.
Record your answers, including summary and reflection, on the Student Academic Skills Assessment and Reflection Worksheet.
Your summary and reflection response should be between 250-500 words. Solid academic writing is expected.
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108 Week 3 Topic 3 Journal Entry: Leadership and Service
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 3 entry will be about Leadership and Service. The purpose of writing
the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express
yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed
throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Reflect
on the topics of “Leadership” and “Service” by answering the following
questions in your reflection:
1. What is leadership?
What does it mean to serve others?
2. How will
your program of study prepare you to lead and serve?
3. Please
provide a real-world example of a well-known person exhibiting leadership and
service.
4. Reflect
on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for
you?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using the GCU Template in Microsoft Word.
Your
response must be between 250-300 words.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located
in the Student Success Center.
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108 Week 4 Topic 4: Discussion Question 1
This
topic discusses the importance of communicating. One of the goals of GCU is to
help you effectively communicate throughout your life. Read the Topic 4 Lecture
and review the “UNV 103: Communication Expectations” located in your course
materials under the resources tab.
All of
these resources discuss how to communicate effectively with others. Why is it
important to communicate effectively with others? In what ways will effective
communication skills help you in your personal, professional, and educational
endeavors? Give examples.
Why do
you think GCU emphasizes quality discussion posts and proper etiquette in the
Discussion Forums?
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108 Week 4 Topic 4: Discussion Question 2
Based on
reading chapter 3 in your eBook, discuss the following:
1. Which
learning style(s) do you think you exhibit? Give an example of a situation or
situations in which you used these.
2. Which of
the nine intelligence styles discussed is most applicable to you and why?
3. How
might knowing your strengths and weaknesses in both of these areas help you as
a student and in your career?
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108 Week 4 Topic 4 Journal Entry: Collaboration and Communication
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 4 journal entry will be about “Collaboration” and “Communication.”
The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of
learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing
skills will be developed throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Reflect
on the topics of “Collaboration” and “Communication” by answering the following
questions in your reflection:
1. Describe
a time when you participated in a group that had good collaboration. How did
this influence the amount of time required to complete the task?
2. What
were some key aspects of good collaboration? How did effective communication
affect collaboration?
3. How
might different learning and intelligence styles affect collaboration?
4. Reflect
on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for
you?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using the GCU Template in Microsoft Word.
Your
response must be between 250-300 words.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center.
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108 Week 5 Topic 5: Discussion Question 1
Read the
assigned resource titled “Plagiarism Story” located in the Topic Materials for
this week and discuss the following:
1. What are
the potential consequences of Steven’s academic dishonesty?
2. What
would you do if you were in a similar situation as Steven?
3. What
resources are there at GCU to help you so you do not resort to academic
dishonesty? Please provide specific examples.
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108 Week 5 Topic 5: Discussion Question 2
Please
review the “How to Write a Five Paragraph Essay” article located in the Topic 5
Supplemental Materials Document.
Share
one element from the article that you learned. How can improving your essay
writing skills be of help to you in your professional and academic careers?
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108 Week 5 Collegiate-Level Writing Assignment
Details:
Purpose
This
assignment is meant to expose students to caveats and common errors in writing
at the collegiate level. Working through this assignment will help you brush-up
on effective college writing strategies.
Required
Materials
Lecture
5
Chapter
5 in University Success
Instructions
Complete
the “Collegiate-Level Writing Worksheet.”
Format
Requirements
Record
your answerson the “Collegiate-Level Writing Worksheet.”
Grading
Criteria
Your
instructor will grade the assignment using an Answer Key.
Assignment
Background:
The
purpose of this assignment is to help you understand some of the academic
writing expectations in higher education. Included is a comprehensive list of
writing “Rules” you will want to adhere to during your academic career as well
as ways to overcome common errors in college-level writing.
Assignment
Instructions:
Before
completing this assignment, please reference the Developing Academic Skills
Guide and the Academic
Writing Guidelines Resource located
under Resources. After reviewing these resources and the accompanying links,
complete the sections below.
Section
1: Rules of Academic Writing
Place
the correct “Rule” (the number next to the rule), with the correct description
of that “Rule”.
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Microsoft Word has a sophisticated
“checker” to identify most spelling, grammar, & consistency errors.
Remove all before submission.
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An extra line between sentences
accomplished by using the “Line and Paragraphing Spacing” option in Microsoft
Word & selecting 2.0 Spacing
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The TAB key often makes a perfect 0.5
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All four sides of each page in your
document must default to 1.0” for the top, bottom, left, and right sides.
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Separates creative writing from formal
academic writing including APA, MLA, & GCU Style. Strict adherence is
required.
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Clichés, or slang, or figurative language
should be avoided. Instead, write out or use the definition instead of the
cliché.
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words combined. Spell out both words.
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first word in every sentence, proper nouns, and Netiquette.
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LOL is an example of a term that should
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Most common standardized lettering and
size in college level writing.
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Microsoft Word will underline these
errors with a green line. Rewrite the sentence until the green line
disappears.
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Paragraphs should be aligned to the left
at the zero or null point on the Microsoft Word ruler.
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word “and” can often be a place to split up a Run-on.
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words and using Microsoft Word thesaurus for word ideas, synonyms, and antonyms.
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One would, A person could, They should,
She, He, It.
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Section
2: Spelling & Grammar Checker
Microsoft
Office Word offers a very sophisticated Spelling & Grammar Checker to help
you identify errors in spelling, grammar, and format consistency. What
underlined color is used to identify the error types below? Fill in the box
with the appropriate color.
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Reminder:
Microsoft Word will not catch every error. Some green grammar lines are due to
Word misinterpreting the sentence. Some red spelling lines are due to correct
words not being in its dictionary. However, Microsoft Word will identify areas
of concern. It is best that you consider rewording, rephrasing, and removing
all of the errors identified with these colored underlines before final
submission.
Section
3: Writing Voice
Label
these sentences; state whether the sentence is in 1st Person, 2nd Person, or 3rd Person.
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Grand Canyon University prepares people
for the academic rigor they will face in their first class.
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Grand Canyon University prepares me for
the academic rigor I will face in my first class
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Grand Canyon University prepares you for
the academic rigor you will face in your first class
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108 Week 5 NES Essential Academic Skills Test and Reflection
Details:
View the
“NES Essential Academic Skills Test Tutorial” on how to take the NES Essential
Academic Skills test and how to submit your results to the instructor before
taking the test. The tutorial provides the link to the NES test website.
After
you have received your score, write a 250-300-word reflection on taking the
test. In your reflection, include your score on the test and discuss how you
felt going into it, the areas of strength and weakness that were identified,
and any plans to address areas for improvement.
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108 Week 5 Topic 5 Journal Entry Understanding Plagiarism
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 5 entry will be about “Plagiarism.” The purpose of writing the
journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself
and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed
throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Reflect
on the topic of “Plagiarism” by answering the following questions in your
reflection:
1. Personal
Knowledge: What is
plagiarism?
2. Academic
Relevance: Why do
you think plagiarism is a problem in academic work? Why do think students
plagiarize?
3. Personal
Connection: How can
you avoid common causes of plagiarism? What resources are available for
avoiding common causes of plagiarism?
4. Reflection: Reflect on the overall learning objectives
from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style.
Your
response must be between 250-300 words.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide and
GCU Style Guide Template, located in the Student Success
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108 Week 6 Topic 6 Discussion Question 1
Read the
articles located in the Topic 6 Supplemental Materials Document for this week
pertaining to SMART goals.
What
strategy do you currently use for setting and achieving goals? In what ways
will the SMART goal method help you be more successful? Why?
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108 Week 6 Topic 6 Discussion Question 2
Chapter
6 discusses the writing process. A key part of the writing process is being
able to revise and proofread your work.
Describe
strategies you can use to proofread and revise your written work. How might a
lack of proofreading and revising reflect on you as a writer?
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108 Week 6 Goal Setting Activity
Details:
Purpose
Purpose
Setting
goals is important to your success because it assists you in staying on path to
finding your purpose in life. You may have personal, academic, and professional
goals; each of which will keep you focused and engaged with growing and
reaching your fullest potential.
In this
assignment, you will write three goals, using the method of creating SMART
goals. Please refer to the Topic 6
Supplemental Material in regards to SMART Goals, as this will help you complete
your assignment more successfully.
Required
Materials
Lecture
6
“SMART
Goals Worksheet”
Instructions
Complete
the SMART goals worksheet.
Format
Requirements
Record
your responses within the worksheet.
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108 Week 6 Topic
6 Journal Entry Priorities
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries.
Your Topic 6 entry will be about priorities. The purpose of writing the
journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself
and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed
throughout your program of study.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Reflect
on the topic of “Priorities” by answering the following questions in your
reflection:
1. What
major personal, professional, or academic obstacles do you have to overcome to
make school a priority? What are some ways you might work around these
challenges?
2. How do
you decide your priorities? Describe step-by-step.
3. What are
some strategies that you can utilize to prioritize school? How will
prioritizing your academic responsibilities contribute to your college success?
4. Reflect
on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for
you?
Format
Requirements
Your
response must be between 500-750 words.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center.
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108 Week 7 Topic 7 Discussion Question 1
Part of
GCU’s mission statement is to prepare learners to become global citizens,
critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders through a
values-based curriculum. Students are encouraged to suspend judgment and
celebrate a diversity of beliefs.
In what
ways are academic and spiritual growth tied together?
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108 Week 7 Topic 7 Discussion Question 2
Critical
thinking involves self-reflection. You are not the same person who began this
course 7 weeks ago; you have learned and grown during this course. Please
reflect on the following:
1. Summarize
the highlights of your learning personally, professionally, and academically
during this course.
2. What
things have worked best for you as a student in this course? What things did
not go as well as you had hoped? What can you do differently in your next
course to ensure your educational success? Please provide specific examples.
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108 Week 7 Topic 7 Extended Journal: Planning for Success
Details:
Purpose
Throughout
this course you have written several journals in response to a variety of
different writing prompts relating to the course topics and objectives. Your
final journal entry will be an extended journal entry in which you will
chronicle various events in your life leading from enrolling at GCU, through
program completion, and career success.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Respond
to the following prompts in paragraph form (one paragraph per prompt). Use
specific examples to support and enhance each response.
1. Who
are you personally? Where
are you from? How have your background and family values shaped who you are
today? What are some of your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
2. What
are your past academic experiences? Describe your schooling experience prior to
GCU. What did you like most? What did you dislike? Who was your favorite
teacher and why? How, when and why did you decide to enroll at GCU? What is the
biggest or best thing you expect to gain from attending GCU?
3. Where
are you academically? What are
some of your academic goals? Personal goals? What will you do now to ensure you
will be able to reach those goals? When do you expect to complete your program
of study? What type of job do you expect to have upon graduation? Why did you
choose that profession? What salary expectations do you have? How will your
life change as a result of graduating from GCU?
4. What
does your future hold? Who are
people within your planned profession that you think you can learn from? What
qualities do they have that you admire? How did they achieve success in your
chosen field? Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years? The next 20 years?
How will your life contribute positively to the lives of others? How will you
be of service? How do you define success? How will you know in the future if
you have achieved success?
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108 Week 7 Writing Self-Assessment Reflection
Details:
Purpose
Developing
your writing skills is critical to your success throughout your program of
study. Learning to write effectively will ensure your ability to communicate
your ideas, thoughts, and feelings as well as what you have learned. Throughout
this course you have written several journals in response to a variety of
different writing prompts relating to the course topics and objectives. For
this assignment, you will complete a writing self-assessment and write a short
reflection discussing the results.
Required
Materials
Microsoft
Word
Instructions
Write a
250-500-word reflection that discusses the following questions:
1. What
strengths and challenges may you have as a writer?
2. Based on
feedback you have received on your writing, what specific areas of writing are
difficult for you or need improvement?
3. What are
some steps you can take to improve your writing skills?
4. What
type of writing have you done in the past? What is your favorite type of
writing?
5. How will
the writing you have done in the past differ from the writing you will do
throughout your program of study? What writing strategies will you need to
employ in order to be successful writing for your program of study?
Format
Requirements
Complete
the assignment using Microsoft Word.
Prepare
this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide,
located in the Student Success Center.
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