Objectives:
For this week, you should carefully read through the syllabus and the orientation for the course.
By the end of this week:
- students will understand the course policies, course structure, different types of assignments, and their contribution to final grades;
- students will introduce themselves to the class and read introductions of classmates.
Lesson 1 Checklist
| Task Type | Item or Activity | Where to Find It / Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| To Read | Carefully read the Course Orientation Lesson 1 pages. | Use the links below to continue moving through the lesson material. |
| To Read | The Course Syllabus. | The syllabus is in Canvas — under 'Syllabus' and under 'Modules / Important Course Information' |
| To Read | Chapter 1 of Moseley, W. G., Perramond, E., Hapke, H. M., & Laris, P. (2014). An Introduction to Human-Environment Geography: Local Dynamics and Global Processes. John Wiley & Sons. | Located in the Lesson 1 module. |
| To Submit | Complete the Introduce Yourself discussion Get familiar with Perusall through this week's reading | Located in the Lesson 1 module. |
Note: Please refer to the Calendar in Canvas for specific time frames and due dates.
In the following pages, you will find important information about the course structure, requirements, scheduling, and technical requirements and assistance.