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UNIT 1 — MILESTONE 1 Score 14/14 You passed this Milestone 14 questions were answered correctly. 1 You have something you'd like to discuss with your instructor. What is the best time to commu... nicate with them? During the class discussion. Anytime. During their office hours. Just before class. RATIONALE If your instructor has office hours, this is the ideal time and place to introduce yourself and address any questions or concerns you may have. If they don't have office hours, contact them via email to schedule a convenient time to meet. CONCEPT Interacting with Your Instructor 2 You really liked the way Wikipedia explained Einstein's Theory of General Relativity. Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 1 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comCan you use the same words in your paper on the same topic without citing them? No, because doing that would be plagiarism. No, because Wikipedia is constantly being updated. Yes, because this the Theory of Relativity is common knowledge. Yes, because it's free information on the internet. RATIONALE You cannot use the words of others without citing them. Wikipedia may not be the most credible source to draw research from, but if you do use it, be sure to cite it according to the citation style your instructor prefers. CONCEPT Plagiarism in Higher Education 3 What is NOT a benefit of a diverse student body? You will always find that everyone agrees with you. You will see the issues and topics you discuss in class in a new way. You will learn how to get along with people that are different than you. You will broaden your knowledge and skills by learning from others. RATIONALE The other students will not always agree with you, but diverse people and ideas give you the advantage of seeing concepts through many different lenses, which will make you a better informed person if you can keep Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 2 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.coman open mind. CONCEPT Diversity in Higher Education 4 A syllabus should be read thoroughly, actively, and critically. What does that mean? Read the whole document. Pause to consider things as you read, and think about any related questions you may have for your instructor that the syllabus does not cover. Read the document and decide what you like about it and what you don't like. There may be some parts of the course that you are good at, and others you can ignore. Read your syllabus when you have a free moment or two between classes. If you don't get all of the details now, you can always re-read the document later. Skim the document quickly a few times for key points. If you don't get all of the information on the first pass, you can always ask the instructor or thier assistant. RATIONALE If you take the time to read this way, you'll anticipate any issues or concerns you have regarding the course workload, schedule and other details that will impact your success in the class. CONCEPT Using a Syllabus 5 Which of the following is NOT a best practice for collaboration on group projects? Listening to ensure that everyone's opinion is included. Taking the lead without mutual agreement that you are the leader of the group. Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 3 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comExecuting your portion of the project. Ensuring that each member of the group knows their responsibility on the project. RATIONALE Listening to ensure that everyone's opinion is included, ensuring that each member of the group knows their responsibility on the project, and executing your portion of the project will ensure that your group project goes well. You should not take charge unless the group has agreed to make you the leader. CONCEPT Group Projects 6 Why should you avoid cheating? It improves your relationship with your classmates. It gives you confidence. It improves your grades. It preserves your integrity. RATIONALE Doing your own work and avoiding cheating means that you have integrity and care about learning. In higher education, the experience of actually learning is more important than achieving the grade. CONCEPT Avoiding Cheating 7 You want to use a TED talk video in an assignment. Do you have to cite this source? Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 4 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comNo, because it's just a video. No, because TED talks are in the public domain. Yes, because this is not a video you personally created. Yes, because TED talk videos are one of the few media resources that require this. RATIONALE Any media you include that you did not personally create needs to be cited. Check your resources for the specifics on how to cite images in the preferred style of your instructor. CONCEPT Avoiding Plagiarism 8 Why are syllabi provided to students? They include descriptions of all of the courses that are available to you so you can decide what to take. They help you determine what careers are related to the subject matter of the class. They contain all of the required reading and assignment worksheets for the course. They provide instructions about how to be successful in the course. RATIONALE The purpose of a syllabus is to provide you with a guide for the class so you understand what it will take to be successful and achieve the course objectives. Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 5 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comCONCEPT The Purpose and Content of a Syllabus 9 You plan to get a degree in math; however, you see a 200-level class called Printmaking that you are interested in. What can you do to determine if this is a course you can take to stay on track with completing your degree? Search the web for the instructor's contact information, and call them to ask them about the course. Get the syllabus, and search the web for reviews, websites, or articles about your instructor. See if it meets requirements for your degree, general education credits, or if you can take it as an elective. Enroll in the class, try it out for a few weeks, and drop it if it's a bad fit. RATIONALE Even as a math major, you might be able to take this class as an elective or general education requirement for humanities. For this reason, it's important to carefully analyze both the course descriptions and the requirements for your degree and school. This can be challenging, especially for new students, which is why an academic advisor can be extremely useful in helping you find courses that are both interesting and satisfy the criteria for completing your program and graduating. CONCEPT Selecting the Right Course 10 What is NOT an example of cheating? Sharing answers on an exam with your classmates. Using your phone to look up answers during a proctored exam. Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 6 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comTaking notes and creating your own study guide. Turning in someone else's work as your own. RATIONALE It's a good idea to create your own study guide, as long as you do not use it to cheat with. CONCEPT Cheating in Higher Education 11 Your instructor in higher education is likely to have or be working on an advanced degree in their field. Is this statement true or false? True, because an advanced degree is an indicator of expertise on a particular topic. False, because most instructors in higher education do not have these types of degrees. True, because all instructors in higher education are required by law to do this. False, because an advanced degree is NOT an indicator of expertise on a particular topic. RATIONALE Instructors in higher education are teaching at the school because they have demonstrated mastery in their field. Many have advanced degrees or may be in the process of completing one. CONCEPT The Role of an Instructor in Higher Education 12 You are reading the course catalog and you see a course called HIST 318 - The Holocaust. What does the prefix HIST indicate? Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 7 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comHow many available seats are left in the course. The department of your school that offers the course. The prerequisites required to be successful in the course. How advanced the course is. RATIONALE The prefixes you find before the course numbers typically indicate what department within your school offers the course. This makes it easier for you to identify what general subject matter is covered in the course, particularly when the name of the course is not descriptive. It also helps you identify what department to contact if you have questions about the course. CONCEPT Interpreting the Course Catalog 13 How can you contribute your perspective to class discussions respectfully? Make your point, even if it will be hard for others in the class to hear. Speak freely and openly whenever you feel like it. Share your perspective last so others won't have a chance to respond. Express your thoughts in a manner that is not judgmental. RATIONALE You should consider if your opinion adds value to the conversation at that moment, and if it does, formulate a reply that is respectful of others who may have different perspectives. If you're not sure if it's appropriate, you can always ask the instructor or their assistant what they think in private. Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 8 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.comCONCEPT Interacting with Your Peers 14 Which of the following is true about the process of course registration? Your advisor is in charge of registering you for classes. You must understand when and how to register. Paying your tuition prior to registration is necessary. You should wait until the term begins to register for classes. RATIONALE Before you enroll in classes, you should understand your school's process for registering. In higher education a "registration window" is common. If your school has this, it means that you can only register during the timeframe designated for you. Most schools send out instructions to you when your registration window is open. To be on the safe side, you may want to contact the registrar's office or your academic advisor so you can get the details in advance. CONCEPT Course Registration © 2020 SOPHIA Learning, LLC. SOPHIA is a registered trademark of SOPHIA Learning, LLC. About Contact Us Privacy Policy Terms of Use Sophia :: Welcome https://phoenix.sophia.org/spcc/college-readiness/milestone_take_feedba... 9 of 9 9/8/2020, 10:16 PM https://www.coursehero.com/file/67706327/College-Readiness-Test-1pdf/ This study resource was shared via CourseHero.com Powered by TCPDF (www.tcpdf.org) [Show More]

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