Overview

In this unit you will explore essential components of the online course environment to get a better understanding of how it works. Be sure that you complete all assignments in this learning unit to earn up to 100 points of extra credit.

In order to successfully complete the Prep Unit read the following links and then complete the Who Are You? discussion forum and the Pop Quiz.

Reading

• Start Here (overview of how this course is organized and what you need to do to successfully complete the class)
• Syllabus (your roadmap for completing this class) 
• Keys to Success for Online Learning (helpful tips for being a successful scholar)
• CIS Email Policy (Very important you read and follow this policy to successfully communicate with your instructor during the completion of this class)
• How to Get Tutoring (if you need help completing assignments in this class, you should consider contacting a peer tutor who has completed this class)
• The Internet Authoring Program (learn what courses you need to take to complete the CIS Internet Authoring certificate & degree programs)

Assignments

• Student Check-In (complete the Student Check-In by 11:59 PM on the second day of class or you may be dropped from the class by the instructor)
• Who Are You? (Click the link and follow the instructions for completing this discussion post) 80 extra credit points.
• Pop Quiz (10 questions based on the material covered in the links above) 20 extra credit points.