3. Purpose of Introduction Session: Overview of Course Content and Expectations Big Picture of Genre Study Framework Get to know one another
4. Our Course Timeline 8 weeks + one bonus week October 5– December 12 Sessions Run Wednesday to Wednesday One week to complete all pieces (assigned reading, discussion board, journal and assignments)
5. Online Course Expectations Asynchronous Online Learning Log in at least 3 times per week – Auditing is not an option. You will be dropped from the course after two weeks of non-participation. No refunds. Participate in all online discussions Complete weekly assignments, journal entries, readings, etc. Refer to Rubrics / Guidelines Complete final project
6. Tips & Tricks For Success Schedule time blocked out on your calendar for Blackboard work (You won’t magically have more time for this!) Set your Internet browser homepage to the Blackboard log in screen. (Seeing is remembering?) Tag Team! Recruit a friend to keep you on your toes with friendly reminders and status checks! (Remember, you're in it together!)
7. Credit Options JeffcoInservice Credit Online Registration through ESS – Can enroll or change up until 2nd to last week of class. If you forget, you CANNOT get credit after the class ends. NO EXCEPTIONS. See CREDIT OPTIONS button in course. $15.00 automatic paycheck deduction taken when course is completed Adams State Graduate Credit Online Registration & Payment Registration completed by 2nd to last week of class under CREDIT OPTIONS button. $55.00 per credit hour payable to Adams State (3 credits = $165) *You may NOT get both Inservice and Grad. Credit – pick one or the other. Clock Hours Tracked through ESS Watch orientation Webinars for more information. (Links provided in course) Email Katie Eck, ceck@jeffco.k12.co.us with questions.
