Online Course Navigation and Resources

This tutorial provides an overview of the Arithmetic/Prealgebra and Introductory Algebra MOOCs offered by Phoenix College. It covers how to navigate the course, access content, complete assignments, and communicate with the instructor. The video explains the course structure, including modules, ebooks, video lessons, and homework. It also details how to use the calendar for due dates, the math lounge for help, and the grade book to monitor progress.

What does MOOC stand for?

• Massive Open Online Course

• Multiple Online Open Course

• Massive Online Organized Course

• Managed Online Open Course

Where can you find general information and registration directions for the MOOC courses?

• math.pc.maricopa.edu

• phoenixcollege.edu/mooc

• mooc.phoenix.edu

• collegephoenix.edu/mooc

What should you do before logging into the course?

• Download the course syllabus

• Update your profile

• Check the announcements

• Select force image-based display

What is the main way the instructor will communicate with students throughout the semester?

• Phone calls

• Announcements

• Email

• Text messages

How is the course content organized?

• Similar to a textbook with modules and sections

• By difficulty level

• By instructor preference

• Alphabetically

What should you do after watching a video assignment?

• Discuss it in the forum

• Verify you watched it and submit for points

• Write a summary

• Take a quiz

Where can students post questions about homework?

• In the course calendar

• Via email to the instructor

• In the math lounge discussion forum

• In the announcements

What is the purpose of the online grade book?

• To submit assignments

• To monitor your progress

• To communicate with peers

• To download course materials

What does the 'past due grade' represent?

• Your grade for attempted assignments

• Your overall course grade

• Your grade based on completed work with passed due dates

• Your grade for future assignments

How can you access video assignments and homework from the course calendar?

• By using the search function

• By clicking on a specific day

• By selecting the week number

• By clicking on the course title