Academic timeline

By Dalyn03_

  • Communicating and Collaborating on the Web (Mon., Oct. 21 - Sun., Oct. 27)

    Describe best practices for communicating and collaborating online with classmates Identify web-based tools to facilitate communicating and collaborating online Define common purposes of blogs and blogging Write or record a blog post reflecting on use of technology tools to develop positive relationships around academic projects Gain self-awareness of your current time use and management

  • Efficiency in the Digital Age (Mon., Oct. 28 - Sun., Nov. 3)

    Explain common reasons why procrastination occurs Evaluate current approach to time management Describe how to use Internet tools to enhance time management Discuss strategies for effective time management

  • Web-Enhanced Reading and Study Strategies (Mon., Nov. 4 - Sun., Nov. 10)

    Describe effective strategies for reading and studying online content Select online tools to organize topics and ideas Evaluate the information and services provided by online resources Write or record a blog post reflecting on web-enhanced reading and study strategies

  • Web-Enhanced Listening and Viewing Strategies (Tue., Nov. 12 - Sun., Nov. 17)

    Use effective listening strategies for comprehending online content Locate online audio and video resources Assess how online audio and video content provide supplemental information on difficult topics Write or record a blog post reflecting on web-enhanced listening and viewing strategies

  • Searching and Researching: The Foundations of Academic Writing (Mon., Nov. 18 - Sun., Nov. 24)

    Apply criteria for evaluating the reliability, quality, and usefulness of online resources Identify general guidelines and formatting conventions of academic research papers
    Navigate the library website to find and identify scholarly resources Describe strategies for conducting effective web searches Write or record a blog post reflecting on effective searching and researching

  • Keys to Motivation for Online Learning (Mon., Nov. 25 - Wed., Dec. 4)

    Describe strategies that promote motivation for online learning Select appropriate online tools and resources to support your motivation, focus, and well-being Assess personal development of time management strategies Write or record a final blog post reflecting on and evaluating progress toward course learning goals

  • BREAK (Wed., Nov. 27 - Fri., Nov. 29)

    Thanksgiving break; relax and eat some food and spend time with family