NUR 513 Topic 1 Assignment: Navigating the Online Environment Scavenger Hunt

NUR 513 Topic 1 Assignment: Navigating the
Online Environment Scavenger Hunt

, Online Learning Environment Scavenger Hunt
Introduction
Learning how to navigate the online classroom environment is essential to your academic
success. GCU’s Learning Management System (LMS) LoudCloud has many resources to help
you become a successful graduate student.

Directions
View the Student Learning Management System Tutorial as well as search LoudCloud to find
answers to the questions below. You should complete the guide while navigating the Loud Cloud
environment.

Part A: Answer each prompt

1. List the items on the screen when you first enter a course in LoudCloud.

Ans: Weekly calendar, Forums, Announcements, Gradebook, Assessment



2. Under the “Dashboard” drop down menu in LoudCloud, click on “Student Resources" and

then “Student Success Center”. Once in the Student Success Center, search for “Classroom

Policies” and review GCU’s participation policy. What do you need to do to make sure you

are properly participating in the online classroom?

Ans: Participation can be earned by substantive quality message to fellow classmates and the

instructor in the main forum in the class room. Follow up response to classmates’ initial

answers and responses that integrate course theories with practical application of the subject,

offering personal experience or observation. Responses encouraging further discussions

with fellow classmates and asking relevant questions about the week’s topic.




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