Online COurse
Interactions with classmates and questions or topics posted by instructors
Discussion boards
writing messages in all capital letters
Electronic miscommunication can be caused by ______.
eBooks
Most online learners can save money by obtaining digital versions of textbooks, known as ______.
turn in an assignment that can be submitted through email
A good reason to contact an instructor by email would be to ______.
see if you can get extra credit later if you do not turn in tomorrow's assignment
An example of a bad reason to email an instructor would be to ______.
bookmark important links related to their courses
Before beginning an online program, students are encouraged to ______.
Deadlines for assignments and other important dates Deadlines for assignments and other important dates
Calendar
Course announcements that all students see, messaging, and chat Course announcements that all students see, messaging, and chat
Communications
Scores on assignments, quizzes, and tests
Grades
may be accessible online
Libraries and the registrar/bursar are examples of resources that ______.
Connections to curated sections of the school library or outside learning tools Connections to curated sections of the school library or outside learning tools
Links to resources
using "you" statements instead of "I" statements
One action that leads to electronic miscommunication is ______.
support system
Online students should develop rapport with their instructors as a way to establish a ______.
academic advisors
Questions about how to drop or add a class and which classes are needed for certain majors are best answered by ______.
multiple-choice and short-answer questions
Tests for online courses usually consist of ______.
choosing somewhere to take the test where you will not be interrupted
The first step in preparing for an online test is ______.
Should I take this class for my major? How do I drop one of my classes? What does the finals schedule look like? How do I find a tutor? How do I switch majors?
What are some of the questions you should ask your academic advisor?
IT help The library The registrar/bursar
What are some of the resources available for online learning?
Use as few words as necessary.
What is a good tip to remember about email length when you are contacting an instructor?
Check your inbox frequently. Keep track of conversations and any tasks associated with the messages. Check the spam folder to make sure important emails are not deleted.
What should you do when checking your email?
Bookmark links to your course. Explore the college website. Search for information on advising, degree requirements, and financial aid.
When you start an online course, what should you do to make sure you have access to college resources?
"Hey, everyone, I want to relax and think about this before I say anything else." — Yulia
Which of the following messages is most likely to avoid electronic miscommunication?
Flash cards Practice quizzes Supplementary readings Key terms Chapter review activities PowerPoint slides that highlight key points
Which of these are online learning resources that usually accompany textbooks?
Use clear, concise language. Be short and to the point.
Which of these are tips for making sure your emails are answered in a timely manner?
They are usually a combination of short-answer and multiple-choice questions. They are considered "open book" tests. They are administered online.
Which of these are true of tests for online courses?
Messages written in abbreviated texting language A smiley face emoticon Links to a funny meme
Which of these items would make an email to a professor look unprofessional?
Which of these statements best describes a learning management system (LMS)?
Which of these statements best describes a learning management system (LMS)?
They use the same resources as other students but may have to access them in different ways.
Which of these statements explains the access online students have to learning resources?
