EDU 525 Entire Course Expectations of GCU for its Teacher Candidates-Part I

EDU 525 Entire Course Expectations of GCU for its Teacher Candidates-Part I

GCU EDU 525 Full Course

GCU EDU 525 Topic 1 Discussion 1

The lecture for this Topic discusses becoming a scholar. In what way do you plan to become a scholar during your graduate studies? What will you personally need to do to ensure you become a scholar? How do you think your graduate educational experience will be different from your undergraduate experience?

GCU EDU 525 Topic 1 Discussion 2

Explain the consequences of plagiarism. Read the “Plagiarism Story.” What are the potential consequences of Steven’s academic dishonesty? What would you do if you were in a similar situation as Steven? What resources are there at GCU to help you so you do not resort to academic dishonesty? To help you answer this discussion question, view the Plagiarism video.

GCU EDU 525 Week 1 Assignment Online Learning Environment Scavenger Hunt 

Learning how to navigate the online classroom environment is essential to your academic success. View the LoudCloud Walk to Class tutorial and search within your LoudCloud course to find the answers for the attached “Online Learning Environment Scavenger Hunt” document. Submit a completed version of this document to your instructor in LoudCloud at the end of this topic.

Online Learning Environment Scavenger Hunt

Introduction

Learning how to navigate the online classroom environment is essential to your academic success. GCU’s Learning Management System (LMS) LoudCloud has many resources to help you become a successful graduate student.

Directions

View the LoudCloud Walk to Class tutorial and search LoudCloud to find answers to the questions below. You should complete the guide while navigating the LoudCloud environment.

Part A: Answer each prompt 

  1. List the tabs and other items on the screen when you first enter a course in LoudCloud.
  2. From the course home page in LoudCloud, click on the “Resources” tab and then click on “Classroom Policies.” What do you need to do to make sure you are properly participating in the online classroom
  3. Under the “Resources” tab in LoudCloud, click on the “Student Success Center” link. Click on “Tools” in the upper right header, then click on the “Style Guides and Templates” link. Read through the APA Style Guideand APA Template (without Abstract) Why do you think academic writing requires such strict formatting?
  4. Under the “Resources” tab in LoudCloud, click on the “Student Success Center.” Where can you find official Microsoft Tutorials for their software products?
  5. Under the “Resources” tab in LoudCloud, inside the “Student Success Center,” click on “Tools” in the upper right header, and then the “Success Webinars” link. What video might be most helpful to you in the “Success Webinars” section and why?
  6. From the course home page in LoudCloud, where can you find your current grade in the course?
  7. From the “Resources” tab in LoudCloud, click on “Syllabus.” Looking under both the “Current” and “Overall” tabs, list the headings that demarcate the sections within the syllabus. (Hint: The orange sections on the left of the screen.)
  8. Click on “Library” under the “Resources” tab. Find a time that a GCU Library Introduction webinar tour is available. Write down a time and date that one is offered.

Part B: Highlight the correct response

  1. Where are the topic lectures found?
  2. Syllabus
  3. Course Materials
  4. Main Forum
  5. Both A and B
  6. From the main page of the Student Success Center, which of the following isnot found under the “Tools” tab:
  7. The Writing Center
  8. The Basics
  9. Virtual Campus Tour
  10. Success Webinars
  11. What are some things included under the “Course Material” link under the “Resources” tab in LoudCloud?
  12. Lecture Notes, Textbook, e-Library Resources, and Website links
  13. Computer, Internet, and Software
  14. Pens, Paper, and Books
  15. Discussion Forum and Student Success Center
  16. Where do you find the“ Announcements” tab within a course in LoudCloud?
  17. In the LoudCloud tool bar near the top of the home page
  18. The Calendar
  19. The Syllabus
  20. The instructor emails them to you at the start of each week.
  21. What would you do if you wanted to ask your instructor a question in which you felt your classmates could benefit from the answer as well?
  22. Send him or her a personal email
  23. Post the question in the Main Forum
  24. Post the question in the Individual Forum
  25. Post the question in the Questions to Instructor Forum
  26. From the “Forum” link under the “Tasks” tab in LoudCloud, which section is not listed?
  27. Main Forum
  28. Questions to Instructor Forum
  29. Assignment Forum
  30. Individual Forum
  31. Where are the weekly topic learning objectives found?
  32. On the Calendar
  33. In the Syllabus
  34. In the Main Forum
  35. Under the “Tasks” tab
  36. Where is the syllabus found in LoudCloud?
  37. Under the “Calendar” tab
  38. Under the “Resources” tab
  39. In the Main Forum
  40. Under the “Tasks” tab

GCU EDU 525 Topic 2 Discussion 1

One of GCU’s goals is to help you to communicate effectively throughout your life. Review the “Communication Tool.” Why is it important to communicate effectively with others? How will effective communication help students in their academic career? Give examples. Why do you think GCU emphasizes quality discussion posts and proper etiquette in the Discussion Forums?

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