Getting Started Overview
Getting Started Overview
Getting Started and Introductions
It's customary in an online environment to make sure that everyone is familiar with how the course is set up, that communications between students and instructors are established, and that everyone has a chance to get acquainted. This aids in community building, reduces stress, and increases learner satisfaction - especially for those new to the online environment.
Step 1: Read the Syllabus
The syllabus contains important information critical to this course and lists the required materials you will need. See the DACC Syllabus Supplement Links to an external site. for more information on topics such as accessibility, academic support, and student services and resources.
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Step 2: Read About Course Specifics
Each of your courses may have unique expectations. Review the following pages for what is required in this class.
Technology Expectations, Technical Support, and Privacy Policies
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Step 3: Read the Instructor and Course Introduction
The Instructor Introduction and Course Introduction will provide you with an overview of the course with important information for getting started.
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Step 4: Complete the Student Introduction Activity, and [list other activities].
The Introduction Discussion and [other activities] will review information for the course and begin to build our course community.
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