First and foremost, to be successful in this course, you should carefully read the course syllabus:

Syllabus and Course Schedule
Information about the instructor, office hours, and textbook(s), which is located on the Home Page

Note: This is not a self-paced or self-study course. This course includes assignments and activities with deadlines scheduled throughout the semester.

Course Objectives (examples)

The best way to begin to understand what we will be doing in this course is to review the course objectives below:

*Instructor Tip: Note these resources to aid you in creating effective and measurable objectives:

- - Bloom's Taxonomy Illustration (provides a library of verbs associated with each level)
  - ASU's Interactive Objective Builder

Upon completion of the course, you should be able to:

1. Explain <insert concept here>.
2. Apply the <insert relevant tool or method> to <insert context>.
3. Classify <insert category of items to classify>.

Learning Modules

The course content is arranged into modules spread out across <insert information on whether your modules are organized by topic or week, for ex: "spread out across 15 weekly modules" or "spread out across 7 units">. Each module contains an overview, learning objectives, a readings list with links when applicable, and instructional media to enhance your learning experience and support the various course topics.

Assessments

<Insert description of the types of assessments used in the course, such as quizzes, discussions and assignments> will be used to assess your comprehension and application of the course content.

Your grade will be determined based on your performance on these assessments. See the syllabus for detailed information on the point breakdown.

For an overview of these assessments, check the syllabus. The syllabus section of the course menu provides a quick list of all assessments in sequential order by due date.

Grades and Feedback

I will make every effort to grade and provide feedback on your assignments by <insert normal timeframe in which you expect to have assessments graded>. If time permits, an assignment submitted early may be graded early.

<Indicate whether or not rubrics will be used for assessment grading, and if so, where students can find them- such as attached to Canvas assignments and discussions or in an appendix of the syllabus>. Before you submit your assignment, you should double-check that you have met the requirements outlined in the assignment instructions <and rubric, if relevant>.

Strategies for Success

Please take a moment to consider how you will support your own learning and success through the course.

Here are a few tips to help shape your thinking:

Plan to log in to the course frequently to interact with content and work through assessments.
Get started on assignments early.
Note important due dates on the calendar.
Plan ahead for busy weeks.