Orientation Assignment (1)

Taking a distance learning course via the Internet is different as taking a course in a face-to-face mode. Special skills may be required in order to succeed in the course. Special skills includes computer skills, study skills such as taking responsibility for your own learning, time management, and learning style.

The assignment is designed to help you prepare for your distance learning course in three areas (computer skills, learning techniques, and learning style). The assignment will lead you through a series of tasks, readings, and surveys. Please follow and compelte the tasks, readings, and surveys.
 
 

Computer Skills

Task 1: Send your instructor an email with an attachment
  • a). Subject or title of the message should say "email assignment no. 1--your last name"
  • b). In the body of the message, say "email attachment -- week 1"
  • c). Attach a word document to the email message
  • d). The word document can include a short paragraph describing who you are and why are you taking this course.
If you need assistance in the task 1, Click here for HELP .

Task 2: Post the url of a course-related web site and a brief description of the site on the WebBoard (under orientation assignment)

Steps in the assignment includes:

  • a). Find a search term or word (course related)
  • b). Search the Web
  • c). Examine the search results
  • d). Decide a website (course related)
  • e). Write a brief description of the Website
  • f). Post your message (the descritpion and the url) to the WebBoard
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Task 3: Finish the student information sheet

Name: 

Email address: 

Phone No. 

What do you expect to learn from this course?

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