UNV 108 Full Course
UNV 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?
UNV 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?
UNV 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.
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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.
Time Monitoring Worksheet
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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
UNV 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.
UNV 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?
UNV 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?
UNV 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.
UNV 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.
UNV 108 Week 3 Topic 3: Discussion Question 1
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