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Learning Guide Unit 1
Site: University of the People
Course: UNIV 1001 Online Education Strategies - AY2021-T2
Book: Learning Guide Unit 1
Printed by: Yishi Fang
Date: Thursday, 12 November 2020, 7:01 PM

Description
Learning Guide Unit 1

Table of contents
Overview
Welcome to University of the People
Unit 1 Introduction
The Online Classroom
Navigating UNIV1001
Sustainability
Collaborative and Peer Learning
Discussion Forums
APA Style
Time Management
Discussion Assignment
Learning Journal
Annotated Resource List

Overview
Unit 1: Welcome and Introduction to University of the People
Topics
Orientation to the University of the People online campus and classroom format
College success
Community of learning
APA format
Learning Objectives
By the end of this Unit, you will be able to:
1. E±ectively navigate the University of the People campus resources, pro²ciently use the classroom to complete assignments, and access
assistance if needed.
2. Discuss how students bene²t from a community of learning.
3. Identify and explain your personal de²nition of college success.
4. Recognize APA format and prepare basic APA citations and references.
Tasks
Read through the Course Syllabus
Read the Learning Guide and Reading Assignments
Complete the Sustainability Module (located in the LRC)
Take the Sustainability Student Experience Survey
Participate in the Discussion Assignment (post in, comment on, and rate the Discussion Forum)
Complete the APA activity
Complete an entry to the Learning Journal

Welcome to University of the People
Ted Talk: Shai Reshef
Here, at the online University of the People, anyone with a high school diploma
can take classes toward a degree in business administration or computer
science — without standard tuition fees (though exams cost money). Founder
and President Shai Reshef talks about UoPeople and his hopes that higher
education is changing "from being a privilege for the few to a basic right,
a±ordable and accessible for all." Alternately, you can read the An Ultra-Low-
Cost College Degree [PDF].

Unit 1 Introduction
UNIV 1001 Introduction Transcript [PDF]
Congratulations on taking the ²rst step on what will be an incredible journey. A college degree is a valuable asset, but the journey is valuable too
– and like every journey you take, you will get out what you put in. With e±ort and dedication, you’ll reap the rewards of a college education.
To help you on your journey, this course is designed to equip you with the knowledge to become a successful online learner with e±ective study
skills and a variety of strategies to manage your UoPeople classes and assignments. We will start with an overview of the university and the
educational approaches used by University of the People before moving to explore ways to approach college work. While the college experience
can be intimidating when you ²rst start, by the end of the term you will be able to apply the knowledge and tools you need to successfully