Information on this page provides students with clear expectations for their coursework, enhances the learning experience through interaction and access to academic support, and signals a commitment to their success, which can positively impact their understanding, engagement, and success in the course. This page also helps your course meet Quality Matters standards 5.4 and 7.3, which are about providing requirements for learner interaction and providing information about academic support services and resources.

Be Present

Check the course homepage, calendar, announcements, assignment page, your email, and the course discussion board several times a week.
Set up your Canvas profile with your profile picture, preferred name, and personal pronouns. Make sure your time zone is set correctly. This course runs on Central Time.
Participate actively in class discussions by asking questions, responding to questions, and posting other comments.
Install the Canvas Student app to make it easier to connect with the course.

Be Proactive

Attend my office hours or schedule a meeting with me when you need help.
Keep up with your readings, assignments, and online quizzes (as applicable). They must be finished by the due date listed in the assignment description or course syllabus.
Add reminders to your Canvas Calendar so you don't fall behind.

Manage Notifications

Set your individual course notifications to help you be more successful.
- I use Announcements to communicate important information relevant to the entire class. I encourage you to set your Announcements-related notifications to "Daily summary."
- I use Inbox (Conversations) or email to communicate with you privately. I encourage you to set your Conversations-related notifications to "Notify immediately."
Add notification methods that match the way you use technology.

Communicate Effectively

Use my preferred communication method to contact me. This will help make sure you receive a timely response.
Practice "Netiquette". Be polite and respectful in your postings (no "Flaming" or posting / sending negative, hurtful comments to others); use good grammar and correct spelling; don't write in all caps (it feels like you're shouting) or exotic fonts (they may not show up on everyone's computer). In short, present your best self! Review the Netiquette Guidelines for details.