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Name: Vanessa Manns
Course: UNV-103
Date: 12/19/2024
Instructor: Sue Small
Topic 1 Assignment: GCU Resources and Writing Expectations Worksheet
Directions: Type directly into this document. Complete all 13 questions in Part 1 and the matching exercise in Part 2. Provide the
answers you find in one to two sentences, or in short answer format. Please DO NOT forget to SAVE once you begin to answer the
questions, so you do not lose any information.
When you have finished, save the document. While in the assignment drop box: 1.) click BROWSE FROM MY COMPUTER, 2.)
upload your saved document, 3.) SUBMIT to FINAL SUBMISSION.
Assignment Due Date: End of Topic 1
Part 1: Navigating the Digital Classroom and the GCU Website
(The spacing will be adjusted as you type your responses. Please DO NOT forget to SAVE once you begin to answer the
questions, so you do not lose any information.)
The following questions are directed towards the digital classroom:
1. View the links on the side navigation bar (on the left side of the display page). Describe the following links:
The purpose of this section is to notify any updates or when assignments are due along with any
Announcements
information by the instructor.
The syllabus is a guide to help you reference when the course or program assignments are due to be
Syllabus
completed.
Gradebook The Gradebook keeps you informed on your grading progress and any relevant information.
Library In the library, you will find all information at GCU s a library or physical library location.
Student Success Your hub of resources intended to support your learning throughout your students academic journey.
Center
Learning Support Is to establish guidelines for behavior and create a safe and supportive learning environment for students.
Is to establish guidelines for behavior and create a safe and supportive learning environment for students.
Classroom Policies
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2. Explain the steps to find your grades and instructor feedback in the digital classroom. Your grades are found in the gradebook in
the digital classroom section labeled gradebook. The instructor’s feedback is found in each completed assignment that is
submitted once reviewed. In your portal is UnV-103 on you Halo learn go to the section headlines on the left labeled Gradebook.
In each course or assignment you will find feedback from each completed assignment related to your submission.
1) In the digital classroom, click on the STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER. Click on the dropdown next to the Tools for Success
menu (top right). Choose WRITING CENTER. From there click on STYLE GUIDES AND TEMPLATES and review the
APA 7th Edition Style Guide and Template. (You may want to right click and save the guide and template to your computer for
future reference). After reading the Style Guide, why do you think academic writing requires such strict formatting? Academic
writing demands strict formatting to ensure consistency, clarity, and credibility by providing a standardized way to present
information, allowing readers to easily navigate complex ideas, verify sources, and focus on the content rather than distractions
caused by inconsistent presentation; this includes proper citation practices to give credit where due and avoid plagiarism.
3.
4. In the Digital Classroom click on, DISCUSSION FORUMS and CLASS QUESTIONS and explain the purpose of the two areas.
The purpose of discussion forums and class questions in an educational setting is to facilitate active engagement
and collaboration among students, allowing them to share ideas, ask for clarification, and critically analyze course
material through open conversation, often by responding to prompts or questions posed by the instructor or peers,
thus deepening their understanding of the subject matter and building a sense of community within the class.
5. In the Digital Classroom, click MESSAGES (in the purple ribbon to the right of the My Classes drop down at the top of the
calendar page). What is the purpose of Messages? Messages are a useful way to keep in contact with your students and
make their educational experience more personalized.
6.
7. Click on the SYLLABUS tab in the digital classroom and select TOPIC 1. Not including the “Topic” heading and the
“Objectives” sub-heading, what are the two main headings found on the page? Students call a Librarian or chat with a Librarian.
8. Go to the LIBRARY tab and locate About Us. Click on the Contact Us link in the drop down. Describe two ways to get help
using the Library’s resources.
© 2024. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
Name: Vanessa Manns
Course: UNV-103
Date: 12/19/2024
Instructor: Sue Small
Topic 1 Assignment: GCU Resources and Writing Expectations Worksheet
Directions: Type directly into this document. Complete all 13 questions in Part 1 and the matching exercise in Part 2. Provide the
answers you find in one to two sentences, or in short answer format. Please DO NOT forget to SAVE once you begin to answer the
questions, so you do not lose any information.
When you have finished, save the document. While in the assignment drop box: 1.) click BROWSE FROM MY COMPUTER, 2.)
upload your saved document, 3.) SUBMIT to FINAL SUBMISSION.
Assignment Due Date: End of Topic 1
Part 1: Navigating the Digital Classroom and the GCU Website
(The spacing will be adjusted as you type your responses. Please DO NOT forget to SAVE once you begin to answer the
questions, so you do not lose any information.)
The following questions are directed towards the digital classroom:
1. View the links on the side navigation bar (on the left side of the display page). Describe the following links:
The purpose of this section is to notify any updates or when assignments are due along with any
Announcements
information by the instructor.
The syllabus is a guide to help you reference when the course or program assignments are due to be
Syllabus
completed.
Gradebook The Gradebook keeps you informed on your grading progress and any relevant information.
Library In the library, you will find all information at GCU s a library or physical library location.
Student Success Your hub of resources intended to support your learning throughout your students academic journey.
Center
Learning Support Is to establish guidelines for behavior and create a safe and supportive learning environment for students.
Is to establish guidelines for behavior and create a safe and supportive learning environment for students.
Classroom Policies
© 2024. Grand Canyon University. All Rights Reserved.
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2. Explain the steps to find your grades and instructor feedback in the digital classroom. Your grades are found in the gradebook in
the digital classroom section labeled gradebook. The instructor’s feedback is found in each completed assignment that is
submitted once reviewed. In your portal is UnV-103 on you Halo learn go to the section headlines on the left labeled Gradebook.
In each course or assignment you will find feedback from each completed assignment related to your submission.
1) In the digital classroom, click on the STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER. Click on the dropdown next to the Tools for Success
menu (top right). Choose WRITING CENTER. From there click on STYLE GUIDES AND TEMPLATES and review the
APA 7th Edition Style Guide and Template. (You may want to right click and save the guide and template to your computer for
future reference). After reading the Style Guide, why do you think academic writing requires such strict formatting? Academic
writing demands strict formatting to ensure consistency, clarity, and credibility by providing a standardized way to present
information, allowing readers to easily navigate complex ideas, verify sources, and focus on the content rather than distractions
caused by inconsistent presentation; this includes proper citation practices to give credit where due and avoid plagiarism.
3.
4. In the Digital Classroom click on, DISCUSSION FORUMS and CLASS QUESTIONS and explain the purpose of the two areas.
The purpose of discussion forums and class questions in an educational setting is to facilitate active engagement
and collaboration among students, allowing them to share ideas, ask for clarification, and critically analyze course
material through open conversation, often by responding to prompts or questions posed by the instructor or peers,
thus deepening their understanding of the subject matter and building a sense of community within the class.
5. In the Digital Classroom, click MESSAGES (in the purple ribbon to the right of the My Classes drop down at the top of the
calendar page). What is the purpose of Messages? Messages are a useful way to keep in contact with your students and
make their educational experience more personalized.
6.
7. Click on the SYLLABUS tab in the digital classroom and select TOPIC 1. Not including the “Topic” heading and the
“Objectives” sub-heading, what are the two main headings found on the page? Students call a Librarian or chat with a Librarian.
8. Go to the LIBRARY tab and locate About Us. Click on the Contact Us link in the drop down. Describe two ways to get help
using the Library’s resources.
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