SDV 100: College Resources
How is your grade point average (GPA) calculated? A) By dividing the total number of grade points earned in courses by the total number of credits attempted. B) By multiplying the total number of grade points earned in courses by the total number of credits attempted. C) By averaging the total number of grade points earned in courses each semester. D) Adding up the total grade points earned in courses each semester and dividing by .10..
A)
If a student repeats a course, how is the grade computed in the cumulative and curriculum GPA and for satisfying curricular requirements? A) The higher of the grades earned. B) The grades are averaged. C) The last "A" through "F" grade earned. D) The student chooses which grade gets calculated.
C)
The Syllabus provides you with all of the following information, except: A) Description of how you will be graded. B) Course specific due dates. C) Tuition rates. D) Instructor contact information.
C)
You are interested in identifying careers that might be a good fit for your interests, values, and skills. Who would you contact?
Career Counselor
Academic dishonesty is considered which of the following acts: A) Cheating on an examination or quiz B) Plagiarism C) Buying, selling, stealing, or soliciting examination materials D) All of the above.
D)
Federal financial aid regulations require students to meet certain Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements to be eligible for continued Federal funding. Which requirements below must a student maintain? A) Receive satisfactory grades in 67 percent of cumulative credits attempted. B) Complete his/her program of study before attempting 150 percent of the credits required for that program. C) Meet minimum cumulative grade point average requirements based on a progressive scale. D) All of the above.
D)
Where can you take exams for NOVA Online courses? A) A NOVA campus testing center. B) With an approved proctor if you live outside the area. C) Use Proctor U if it is available in the course. D) All of the above.
D)
A student cannot change their NOVAConnect/Student Email/Canvas password. True or False
False
Guaranteed Admissions Agreements do not require that students complete a transfer associate's degree in order to be eligible for the benefits that the agreement provides. True or False
False
Who would you contact if you have technical issues?
IT Help Desk
Where would you go if you have a research paper due in two weeks, and want to learn more about what print and electronic resources are available?
Library
What allows you to report tips to or request emergency services anonymously from NOVA Police, let friends or family monitor your movements, so you never have to walk alone, and have critical safety information at your fingertips?
Live Safe App
A system that allows the college to contact you during an emergency.
NOVA Alert
What office coordinates a variety of social, curricular, and special-interest clubs and organizations that you can join?
Office of Student Activities
What is the primary purpose of an A.A.A. or A.A.S. degree?
To prepare a student for employment.
A student should apply for graduation online at the beginning of the semester he/she intends to graduate. True or False
True
In a NOVA Online course, a student must submit a required assignment before the First Assignment Due Date or he/she will be administratively deleted without a refund. True or False
True
Reporting concerning behaviors you might notice in others to the CARE Team is a resource that students can utilize. True or False
True
The student's role in online learning requires taking the initiative for learning; while the instructor serves as a facilitator. True or False
True
You are having a lot of trouble in your Online Math class and would like to get help with a tutor. What resource would you utilize?
Tutor.com