Getting Started
Getting Started with:
Hello class,
I am delighted to have you join us. Here are a few things you need to know before we get started.
1. Watch Me First
Watch the three videos to get an introduction to the course, a tour of where to find things, and a brief background about my passion for teaching science.
2. Quick Questions
When is the course available?
- The course starts on Monday, May 19, 2014 at 8:00 CST and ends on Sunday, June 15, 2014 at 11:59 pm CST.
How should I participate?
- There are 3 modules in the course, each covering a different topic. Once open, the modules stay open for the remainder of the course.
- There are no real-time or synchronous meetings. All of the module materials can be accessed any time you like.
What will I do on a weekly basis?
Each week, you will participate in some or all of the following activities:
- Watch lecture videos
- Take quizzes
- Participate in Discussion
- Complete assignment projects
How long does int take to participate?
- Each module is designed to take approximately 2 - 4 hours to complete.
What topics are covered, and when?
| Week | Date | Module Title |
| 1 | 5/19 – 5/25 | Getting Started and Introduction |
| 2 | 5/26 – 6/01 | Non-Renewable and Renewable Energy Resources |
| 3 | 6/02 – 6/08 | Electricity and Power Plants |
| 4 | 6/09 – 6/15 | Societal Development and Energy Resources |
| 6/16 – 6/22 |
You made it to the end! The course materials will remain available until 6/22/14 at 11:59 pm EST. After this date, you will have read-only access. |
How do I contact the instructor and/or Canvas?
- To contact the instructor use the Contact the Instructor Forum.
- To contact Canvas use the Course Support Forum.
3. Social Media
We strive to make this learning experience interactive, productive, and enjoyable. To that end, please consider posting to the following social media sites:
- Twitter: use the course tag #MCCFer
- Dingo: participate on the course page: https://groups.diigo.com/group/mcc-fer Links to an external site.
- Facebook: Participate on the course page: https://www.facebook.com/FundEnergyR Links to an external site.
All social media accounts are managed and monitored by Dr. Raymond Laté Lawson.
4. New to Canvas Network?
If you are new to Canvas Network, we strongly encourage you to take the Canvas Student Orientation. Topics include:
- Is Canvas Network Accessible? Canvas Network is accessible for all types of users. Click or select "Is Canvas Network Accessible" to read the accessibility statement.
- Update Your Canvas Network Profile All new Canvas users should know how to update their profile. Click or select "Update Your Canvas Network Profile Links to an external site." to learn how to create or update your profile. Click on your name at the top right corner to view your profile at any time
- Update Your Notification Preferences Canvas can send notifications about course activities to your email, your phone, or even your Facebook account! Read the information found by clicking the link, then go to Settings in the top right corner to customize your notification preferences.
- Search Canvas Guides Find helpful information! Canvas Guides provide you with all the information you need to use Canvas.
5. To Learn More about the Instructor and McHenry County College
- To learn more about Ted Erski's academic activities, see his MCC Faculty page here: http://www.mchenry.edu/Faculty/terski/ Links to an external site.
- To learn about taking traditional as well as online courses at MCC, see the MCC college website here: http://www.mchenry.edu/ Links to an external site.