I.2 A statement introduces the student to the course and to the structure of the student learning.

(Essential Standard -- 3 points)

Expectations

• 1. You should describe the course to the student, along with other information like the schedule or pace, course activities, testing procedures, etc.

  2. Provide a statement that gives the new student an idea of how the learning process is structured including schedule, communication modes, types of activities, and assessments. These features should be found in the syllabus also.

  3. Provide some or all of the following:

     • The course schedule (self-paced, following a set calendar, etc.)

     • Course sequencing, such as a linear or random order

     • Types of activities in which the student will be required to engage (written assignments, online self-tests, discussions, group work, etc.)

     • Course calendar with assignment and test due dates

     • Preferred mode of communication with the instructor (email, discussion board, etc.)

     • Preferred mode of communication with other students

     • Testing procedures (online, proctored, etc.)

     • Procedure for submission of electronic assignments

Examples

• • This information should be present in your Welcome Letter. See the Online Faculty Orientation course for a sample Welcome Letter.