The following schedule is especially subject to change according to the needs of the class. I will announce any changes to this schedule should the need present itself.
| W |
September 7 |
Introductions: Why are we here? |
| F |
September 9 |
Visualizing the ideal UMD and understanding the real one
TASK: The Ethical Self-Interest Survey |
| W |
September 14 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
September 16 |
Learning Styles
TASK: Complete the learning styles inventory in the New Student Guide and discuss results. |
| W |
September 21 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
September 23 |
Setting goals. Guest speaker: Janet Pribyl.
TASK: Begin major exploration assignment. Formulate questions about majors and goals. |
| W |
September 28 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
September 30 |
Getting into Major Exploration
TASK: Major Exploration Worksheets
Cultural Event Response Papers are due. |
| W |
October 5 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
October 7 |
Studying Abroad from UMD: Guest Speaker from the International Education Office |
| W |
October 12 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
October 14 |
Major Exploration presentations
Do you want to earn points for writing an Opinion Piece?
Today is the deadline for letting me know and deciding on a topic. |
| W |
October 19 |
Group study practicum |
| F |
October 21 |
Web Page Workshop
TASK: Meet in the computer lab in Kirby Plaza 143 to get the basics on web-page development. |
| W |
October 26 |
Major Exploration presentations
Major exploration reports are due
Web pages are due
Opinion Piece is due |