IntroductionAfter a careful review of the lecture narrative and reading assignments for this module, you should have a clear understanding of the expectations of a university student versus the community college student. For this discussion assignment, you will make personal connections to this information and what you may experience as a university student.
The Prompt
Respond to the following prompt(s) for this module.Pretend you are now a university student. Discuss what is life like for you as a university student compared to your experiences as a community college student. Consider due dates, time management, and the self-discipline necessary to be a successful university student.
Resources
Discussion Forum Assignment Guidelines (opens in a new window)
https://vlc.nccommunitycolleges.edu/bb-templates/discussion-forums.htmlTo complete this discussion assignment, you should refer to the lecture narrative and related reading assignments for Module 2.
Grading Criteria
Your discussion forum posts and replies will be evaluated using this rubric: Discussion Forum Rubric (MS Word Document) Discussion Forum Rubric (MS Word Document) – Alternative Formats (opens in a new download window)
Specifications
For a satisfactory score, your initial responses should include specific support from course materials, including any readings, videos, or lecture narratives, your own experiences, or other sources as detailed in the assignment instructions. An appropriate opening response should directly address the considerations described in the prompt. Post your opening response to the question early in the assignment period so that others have time to respond to you.You should also respond in a substantive way to other students, moving the conversation forward, presenting an alternative viewpoint, or providing additional support for classmates’ ideas. Supporting information is expected in those responses as well.Also, you are expected to reply to those who may have responded to your initial postings. Thorough, conscientious participation throughout the week will be rewarded.
