Skills For Learning In An Info Age –

gen105

(3 credits)

This course introduces students to learning in an information-rich society. Students develop strategies for successful distance learning, time management, and for managing the abundance of information available in today's society. Students also explore the appropriate use of information in an academic environment. Specific topics for the course include computing skills for distance learning, online library use, academic honesty, and the development of effective study skills.

This undergraduate-level course is 9 weeks. To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.

Topics and Objectives

What is Distance Learning?
- Examine the concept of distance learning.
- Recognize vocabulary associated with distance learning.
- Use course forums appropriately.
General Internet Skills
- Use the Internet for academic purposes.
- Recognize the appropriate way to communicate with different audiences.
University of Phoenix and Library Resources
- Explore the technological tools available to University of Phoenix students.
- Use library databases to locate academic articles.
Academic Honesty
- Recognize how academic honesty applies to a distance learning environment.
Goal Setting
- Develop your personal educational and career goals.
Managing Time Wisely
- Formulate a plan for improving personal time-management skills.
Reading Comprehension and Retention Strategies
- Apply reading comprehension techniques.
- Develop strategic learning skills and attitudes.
Personality and Your Learning
- Analyze your personality spectrum profile to identify ways to maximize success in a distance learning environment.
Planning for Success
- Formulate a self-help guide to support success in your future studies.

The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.

Skills For Learning In An Info Age –

gen105

What is Distance Learning?

General Internet Skills

University of Phoenix and Library Resources

Academic Honesty

Goal Setting

Managing Time Wisely

Reading Comprehension and Retention Strategies

Personality and Your Learning

Planning for Success

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