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UNV 103 All Weeks Discussions, Journal and Assignments Full Course
UNV 103 Topic 1: DQ 1
Prior to answering your first initial Discussion Question (DQ), please do the following to better prepare yourself on how to respond to the required DQs each week: Read the “Communications Expectations Resource,� (located in the Topic 1 Material). This outlines specific expectations for DQ participation and posts. Discussion Question: GCU provides many resources to ensure your academic success. This includes the tutorials that are located in both your syllabus and in the Course Materials area of LoudCloud. Tutorials can be very helpful in learning new skills. After viewing the required tutorials for this Topic, which do you think is the most valuable and in what ways will you apply it to your academic career?
UNV 103 Topic 1: DQ 2
After reading Chapter 1 in your ebook as well as other readings in Topic 1, discuss what sparked your interest most. Please provide specific examples from the readings. How will you implement these in your college career?
UNV 103 Topic 1 Assignment: Navigating Loud Cloud and Time Management
Details: Purpose To become familiar with the GCU Learning Management System (LMS) Loud Cloud and the GCU website, and to also help you develop time management, an important skill for college and everyday life. This assignment will be in two parts. In the first part of this assignment, you will be exploring and navigating around the Loud Cloud LMS so that you are more confident in locating items in the online class as well as resources that are available to you as a GCU student. Also in Part 1, you will navigate the main GCU website so you more familiar with it and can locate information you may need in the future. In Part 2, you will be tracking and recording your time spent for 3 days to see where and how you manage your time. You will then reflect on your findings and plan strategies to help you maximize your time and help you become a better manager of your life. Format Solid academic writing is expected for both Parts 1 and 2. Grading Criteria Part 1 will be graded with an instructor answer key; Part 2 will be reviewed based on your data given and presentation of your reflection. Assignment Due Date: End of Week/Topic 1
UNV 103 Topic 1 Journal Entry: Motivation
Details: Purpose Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 1 entry will be about Motivation. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study. Required Materials Microsoft Word GCU Style Guide and GCU Style Guide Template, located in the Student Success Center; the Style Guide Template is also attached for reference.
Instructions Reflect on the topic of “Motivation” by answering the following questions in your reflection:
What motivated you to enroll at GCU and pursue a degree in higher education?
How is motivation important for student success?
Explain how participating in the discussion forums can help you feel connected with your classmates. Will this connection help you stay motivated? Explain.
Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you?
You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 2: DQ 1
The “Time Management and Study Skills” essay in chapter 4 of your eBook discusses various tips to help you manage and organize your time better and put the most effort put into your studying. Which of these have you had the most problems with in the past, and how do you intend to address these?
UNV 103 Topic 2 DQ 2
After reading the Topic 2 lecture in the online classroom, explain the following:
The relationship between the topic objectives, the assignment, and the rubric.
How is each component important to completing an assignment?
What are some strategies you have learned from the readings and this course so far, that will help you complete your assignments, both accurately and efficiently?
UNV 103 Topic 2 Journal Entry My Program of Study
Details: Purpose Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 2 entry will be about your program of study. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study. Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions Review your planned program of study on the GCU website. Answer the following questions in your reflection: 1. What program of study are you enrolled in or planning to enroll in? Identify and discuss some of the courses you will be required to take. 2. Which courses do you anticipate being the most challenging, and what GCU resources are available to help you? 3. What skills or knowledge will you need for this program of study and how will you gain them? How will effective time management help you complete your program? 4. Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission.
Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Week 2 Understanding a GCU Assignment Activity
Details: Purpose There are typically several core components to any assignment at GCU. Knowing how to dissect a GCU assignment ensures successful completion of the assignment. The Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet will provide you with an opportunity to practice dissecting the components of an assignment so that you are better prepared to complete assignments successfully. Required Course Materials Lecture 2 Chapter 4 in the textbook: Time Management and Study Skills Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet Syllabus Tutorial Microsoft Word Instructions
Read and review the required course materials listed above to assist you in answering the questions on the attached worksheet. These materials are accessible through the course materials tab in your classroom. To complete the assignment, you will review the sample assignment and rubric provided in the worksheet. This assignment is from another course and is only an example of an assignment, not one that you are required to complete. You will review the requirements of the sample assignment and rubric to guide you in answering the questions listed on the worksheet. Please download the attached worksheet, as you will need to record your responses on the worksheet, save this, and then submit this as an assignment for this week. Format Requirements Record your answers on the Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet that is attached. Solid academic writing is expected. Grading Criteria Your instructor will grade the assignment using an Answer Key.
UNV 103 Topic 3 DQ 1
Read the article “Student Preparation for Distance Education,� located in the Topic 3 Supplemental Material Document, as this resource discusses characteristics of successful online learners. Which characteristics would you rank as the top three being most important and why? Which three do you think you will have difficulty with, and what strategies can you use to overcome these challenges?
UNV 103 Topic 3 DQ 2
Access the GCU Mission and Vision Statements, located on the GCU website: http://www.gcu.edu/about-gcu/university-snapshot.php
This topic has explored the purpose of higher education. In answering the discussion question, explain what your personal, professional, and educational goals are and in what way the 5 components of the GCU Mission Statement will help you achieve these goals.
UNV 103 Week 3 Assignment Student Academic Skills Assessment and Reflection
Details: Purpose Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are will help you understand steps you should take to improve as a student. GCU wants to assist you in improving in certain areas, such as study habits and note taking. Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions *NOTE: There are 2 sections to this worksheet. 1. Section 1 requires you to complete the Student Academic Skills Assessment in the attached document. This requires highlighting the number that best describes your current ability. For help on how to highlight, please review the “MS Word Basics 2 Highlighting� Resource (attached). 2. Please record your answers directly on the worksheet provided. 3. Review each completed section and reflect on the assessment results provided. 4. Section 2 requires you to write a summary of your assessment results and then write a reflection on what you learned from completing the assessment. Format Requirements Record your answers, including summary and reflection, on the attached Student Academic Skills Assessment Worksheet.
UNV 103 Topic 3 Journal Entry: Leadership & Service
Details: Purpose Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 3 entry will be about Leadership and Service. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study. Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions Reflect on the topics of “Leadership and Service� by answering the following questions in your reflection: 1. What is leadership? What does it mean to serve others? 2. How will your program of study prepare you to lead and serve? 3. Please provide a true account of a person exhibiting leadership and service. 4. Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Solid academic writing is required. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 4: DQ 1
This topic discusses the importance of communicating. One of the goals of GCU is to help you effectively communicate throughout your life. Read the Topic 4 Lecture and review the “UNV-103: Communication Expectations” located in your course materials under the resources tab. All of these resources discuss how to communicate effectively with others. Why is it important to communicate effectively with others? In what ways will effective communication skills help you in your personal, professional, and educational endeavors? Give examples. Why do you think GCU emphasizes quality discussion posts and proper etiquette in the Discussion Forums?
UNV 103 Topic 4 DQ 2
Based on reading chapter 3 in your eBook, answer the following:
Which learning style(s) do you think you exhibit? Give an example of a situation or situations in which you used these.
Which of the nine intelligence styles discussed is most applicable to you and why?
How might knowing your strengths and weaknesses in both of these areas help you as a student and in your career?
UNV 103 Topic 4 Journal Entry: Collaborative & Communication
Details: Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 4 journal entry will be about collaboration and communication. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study.
Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions Reflect on the topics of “Collaboration and Communication” by answering the following questions in your reflection: 1. Describe a time when you participated in a group that had good collaboration. How did this influence the amount of time required to complete the task? 2. What were some key aspects of good collaboration? How did effective communication effect collaboration? 3. How might different learning and intelligence styles effect collaboration? 4. Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 5: DQ 1
Read the assigned resource titled “Plagiarism Story” located in the Topic Materials for this week and answer the following:
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? Please provide specific examples.
UNV 103 Topic 5 DQ 2
Please review the “How to Write a Five Paragraph Essay” article located in the Topic 5 Supplemental Materials Document. Share one element from the article that you learned. How can improving your essay writing skills be of help to you in your professional and academic careers?
UNV 103 Week 5 Assignment Collegiate-Level Writing Assignment
Details: Purpose This assignment is meant to expose students to caveats and common errors in writing at the collegiate level. Working through this assignment will help you brush-up on effective college writing strategies. Required Materials Lecture 5 Chapter 5 in the textbook Instructions Complete the “College Level Writing Worksheet.” Format Requirements Record your answers on the “Collegiate Level Writing Worksheet.”
Grading Criteria Your instructor will grade the assignment using an Answer Key
UNV 103 Topic 5 Journal Entry: Understanding Plagiarism
Details: Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 5 entry will be about understanding plagiarism. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study. Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions Reflect on the topic of “Plagiarism� by answering the following questions in your reflection: 1. Personal Knowledge: What is plagiarism? 2. Academic Relevance: Why do you think plagiarism is a problem in academic work? Why do think students plagiarize? 3. Personal Connection: How can you avoid plagiarism? What resources are available to you? 4. Reflection: Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 6: DQ 1
Read the articles located in the Topic 6 Supplemental Materials Document for this week pertaining to SMART goals. What strategy do you currently use for setting and achieving goals? In what ways will the SMART goal method help you be more successful? Why?
UNV 103 Topic 6 DQ 2
Chapter 6 discusses the writing process. A key part of the writing process is being able to revise and proofread your work. Describe strategies you can use to proofread and revise your written work. How might a lack of proofreading and revising reflect on you as a writer?
UNV 103 Week 6 Goal Setting Activity
Details: Purpose Setting goals is important to your success because it assists you in staying on path to finding your purpose in life. You may have personal, academic, and professional goals; each of which will keep you focused and engaged with growing and reaching your fullest potential.
In this assignment, you will write three goals, using the method of creating SMART goals. Please refer to the Topic 6 Supplemental Material in regards to SMART Goals, as this will help you complete your assignment more successfully. Required Materials Lecture 6 “SMART Goals Worksheet� Instructions Complete the SMART goals worksheet. Format Requirements Record your responses within the worksheet.
UNV 103 Week 6 Information Literacy Pre-Assessment Quiz Verification Document
Details: After completing the Information Literacy Pre-Assessment Quiz, open and download the attached document. Please fill in the information, save the document and then submit to the assignment drop box. In completing this document and participating in the quiz, you will receive credit for the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 6 Journal Entry: Priorities
Details: Throughout this course, you will be asked to reflect on various topics in journal entries. Your Topic 6 entry will be about Priorities. The purpose of writing the journals is to provide you with an informal way of learning to express yourself and communicate through writing. Your writing skills will be developed throughout your program of study. Required Materials
Microsoft Word Instructions Reflect on the topic of “Priorities” by answering the following questions in your reflection: 1. What major personal, professional, or academic obstacles do you have to overcome to make school a priority? What are some ways you might work around these challenges? 2. How do you decide your priorities? Describe step by step. 3. What are some strategies that you can utilize to prioritize school? How will prioritizing your academic responsibilities contribute to your college success? 4. Reflect on the overall learning objectives from this topic. What was a key takeaway for you? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word formatted in GCU style. Your response must be between 250-300 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Topic 7 DQ 1
Part of GCU’s mission statement is to prepare learners to become global citizens, critical thinkers, effective communicators, and responsible leaders through a values-based curriculum. Students are encouraged to suspend judgment and celebrate a diversity of beliefs.
In what ways are academic and spiritual growth tied together?
UNV 103 Topic 7 DQ 2
Critical thinking involves self-reflection. You are not the same person who began this course 7 weeks ago; you have learned and grown during this course. Please reflect on the following: 
Summarize the highlights of your learning personally, professionally, and academically during this course.
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What things have worked best for you as a student in this course? What things did not go as well as you had hoped? What can you do differently in your next course to ensure your educational success? Please provide specific examples.
UNV 103 Topic 7 Extended Journal: Planning for Success
Details: Throughout this course you have written several journals in response to a variety of different writing prompts relating to each topic. Your final journal entry will be an extended journal entry in which you will chronicle various events in your life leading from enrolling at GCU, through program completion, and career success. Required Materials The Writing Process Presentation Microsoft Word Instructions Respond to the following prompts in paragraph form (one paragraph per prompt). Use specific examples to support and enhance each response. 1. Who are you personally? Where are you from? How have your background and family values shaped who you are today? What are some of your greatest strengths and weaknesses?
2. What are your past academic experiences? Describe your schooling experience prior to GCU. What did you like most? What did you dislike? Who was your favorite teacher and why? How, when and why did you decide to enroll at GCU? What is the biggest or best thing you expect to gain from attending GCU? 3. Where are you academically? What are some of your academic goals? Personal goals? What will you do now to ensure you will be able to reach those goals? When do you expect to complete your program of study? What type of job do you expect to have upon graduation? Why did you choose that profession? What salary expectations do you have? How will your life change as a result of graduating from GCU? 4. What does your future hold? Who are people within your planned profession that you think you can learn from? What qualities do they have that you admire? How did they achieve success in your chosen field? Where do you see yourself in the next 10 years? The next 20 years? How will your life contribute positively to the lives of others? How will you be of service? How do you define success? How will you know in the future if you have achieved success? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Your response must be between 500-750 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.
UNV 103 Week 7 Assignment Writing Self-Assessment Reflection
Details: Purpose Developing your writing skills is critical to your success throughout your program of study. Learning to write effectively will ensure your ability to communicate your ideas, thoughts, and
feelings as well as what you have learned. Throughout this course you have written several journals in response to a variety of different writing prompts relating to the module topics and objectives. For this assignment, you will complete a writing self-assessment and write a short reflection discussing the results. Required Materials Microsoft Word Instructions Write a 250-500 word reflection that discusses the following questions: 1. What strengths and challenges may you have as a writer? 2. Based on feedback you have received on your writing, what specific areas of writing are difficult for you or need improvement? 3. What are some steps you can take to improve your writing skills? 4. What type of writing have you done in the past? What is your favorite type of writing? 5. How will the writing you have done in the past differ from the writing you will do throughout your program of study? What writing strategies will you need to employ in order to be successful writing for your program of study? You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Refer to the directions in the Student Success Center. Please review for originality prior to final submission. Format Requirements Complete the assignment using Microsoft Word. Your response must be between 250-500 words. Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the GCU Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center. Grading Criteria This assignment uses a grading rubric. Review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the assignment.