PrintThe second page of each chapter in the text will present a checklist of tasks to complete in that chapter. Here is an outline of steps for the Orientation. You may find it useful to print this page so that you can check off steps as you complete them.
| Step | Activity | Access/Directions |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Navigate successfully between Canvas and this text. | See instructions on the following page. |
| 2 | Configure your Canvas account. | See instructions on the "Course Management System" page later in this chapter. |
| 3 | Understand the distinction between Canvas course mail and your Penn State e-mail address, and how to manage your Penn State e-mail address. | See instructions on the "Course Management System" page and "Communication" page later in this chapter. |
| 4 | Read the course syllabus. | This content is found in the Syllabus menu. |
| 5 | Complete the Initial Course Survey to help us learn more about your expectations for this course. | Go to Canvas > [your course section] > Modules > Course Orientation section > Initial Course Survey. Canvas is Penn State's course management system. |
| 6 | Introduce yourself to the instructor and your fellow classmates by posting a personal introduction to the Lounge discussion forum. Be sure to read other students postings as well. | Canvas > [your course section] > Course Orientation section > Lounge. |
| 7 | Review the Academic Integrity Guide, and Help page. | Links to these pages appear in the Resources menu. |
| 8 | Proceed to Chapter 1. | Links to these pages appear in the Chapters menu. |