Overview
This is a class discussion. Learners will engage with the instructor and peers throughout the learning week. Initial Discussion posts are due Thursday, peer responses are due Sunday. To motivate engaged discussion, posts are expected to be on time with regular interaction throughout the week. All posts should demonstrate college-level writing skills.
Initial posts must demonstrate comprehension and application of the course materials. Students should have a combination of responses to peers' initial posts AND answers to peers that comment on your initial post - for a total of at least three peer responses. They should be thorough and add to the content of the discussion (not just saying "I agree/disagree" or "I like your post"). Give personal experiences relating to your peers, reflect knowledge of learning materials, and ask probing questions.
Please review the Discussion Guidelines and Discussion Rubric as you prepare. Any changes to these guidelines or rubric will be noted in the individual discussion. Review this short video if you need assistance Participating in Discussions. Reaching Week 8 of a course is something to celebrate. Congrats! You're close now; keep on working for a strong finish!
To help us build stronger transitions between classes, we'd appreciate it if you'd answer a few questions. For this discussion, don't worry about grammar and spelling, just jot down a few ideas and let’s chat. No references are required for this discussion, and it is ungraded.
- Have you already registered for your next class? If not, do you need more information about courses or how to register? *If so, reach out to [email protected]; they're super knowledgeable about options for majors, classes, and online education in general.
- Which course will you take, and why does it interest you? What do you hope to learn from it, and how might it help you prepare for the future or advance your career?
- Are there any obstacles you anticipate in future classes? If so, how will you work to overcome them?
- Are there any specific topics you would like to see offered in your degree program in the future?
- When do you anticipate graduating from your program? And, what do you hope to do after completing the degree?
It's been a pleasure learning with you throughout this class, and we are looking forward to our next learning adventure. Hope to see you at the next start!