E-learning Skills for International Students ((2 Credits))

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This workshop will allow international distance learners to successfully integrate into the American virtual environment by learning about educational technologies, American culture and educational system, expected skills and behaviors, and developing necessary competencies, including academic writing, communication, time management, teamwork, cross-cultural and e-learning skills. The workshop is designed to complement 'iMOOC102: Mastering American eLearning', a massively open online course (iMOOC) freely available for all on Coursera https://www.coursera.org/learn/e-learning), and will provide an opportunity to individualize and finalize the above course by working individually (or in a small group) with an American university professor. During the workshop, students will submit written assignments based on the iMOOC's readings and self-assessments, discuss those with the professor and peers, and receive formative feedback. Students who successfully complete the workshop will obtain U.S. university credit from the State University of New York's Empire State College. Note: this course is only open to students who are enrolled or have previously taken 'iMOOC101 or iMOOC102: Mastering American eLearning' on Coursera.org https://www.coursera.org/learn/e-learning This course was previously EDU-232182 International E-learning Skills: Educational Planning Workshop for International Students. This course may be used to fulfill educational planning credit with mentor approval.