Navigating ASU: Key Reading Resources

Oct 10, 2024

Google Meet Workshop Notes

Workshop Introduction

  • Participants are asked to enter their name and ASU email in the chat.
  • Use of Google Meet for workshop.
  • Mention of Nearpod as a tool for today's workshop.
    • Website: join.nearpod.com
    • Code: RZTQD.

Nearpod Introduction

  • Nearpod functions similarly to PowerPoint but includes additional activities.
  • Instructions for accessing Nearpod: Open a new window, go to join.nearpod.com, and enter the code RZTQD.

Workshop Topic: Bringing Your A-Game - Navigating ASU via Reading

  • Presenter: Mr. Anthony, Reading Laboratory Instructor at Alabama State University.
  • Focus on six important readings for ASU students:
    1. Course Syllabus
    2. Schedule
    3. Textbook
    4. Emails
    5. Papers
    6. Posted Flyers

Key Points from the Presentation

1. Course Syllabus

  • Contains vital information about classes: professor, meeting times, platform, and location.
  • Important for understanding course requirements, assignments, and due dates.
  • Emphasizes adherence to university policies on academic dishonesty and harassment.

2. Schedule

  • Similar to the syllabus, it details class times and locations.
  • Critical for daily academic planning.

3. Textbook

  • Provides factual and research-based information.
  • Aids in lectures and class discussions.
  • Essential for preparing for quizzes and tests.
  • Functions as a tool for learning and assignment completion.

4. Emails

  • Primary means of campus-wide communication.
  • Includes important updates and messages from instructors and departments.
  • Encourages creating folders for high-priority emails for future reference.

5. Papers

  • Must be clear and concise.
  • Importance of self-proofreading beyond relying on spell-checkers.
  • Suggests reading aloud to catch grammatical errors and improve clarity.

6. Posted Flyers

  • Provide information about campus events and activities.
  • Key details include who, what, when, where, why, and sometimes how.

Participant Activities

  • Participants engage by discussing how they bring their A-game.
  • Interactive matching activity on the six readings.

Conclusion

  • Summary of six important reads at ASU: syllabus, schedule, textbook, emails, papers, and flyers.
  • Participants encouraged to complete a survey via a QR code or provided link.
  • Closing remarks and thanks to participants for attending.