WGU ORIENTATION: EXAM REVIEW
2025/2026, WITH
CORRECT/ACCURATE ANSWERS
True or False: To show your understanding of a subject area at
WGU, you must show your competence by passing a performance
assessment and/or passing an objective assessment.
True
At the conclusion of Orientation, what will you be responsible for
understanding?
1 - Competency-Based Model
2 - Navigation of the WGU Student Portal
3 - WGU's faculty model
What steps are involved in obtaining a Verified WGU Student ID?
Email , schedule a video call, verify your
ID, and update the WGU system.
What is a Performance Assessment (PA) at WGU?
It is an assignment that requires tasks such as writing a research
paper, creating a presentation, or completing a virtual lab
assignment to demonstrate competency.
What tool do WGU evaluation faculty use to grade Performance
Assessments?
They use a rubric as a scoring guide to evaluate each task.
How can you ensure success on a Performance Assessment at
WGU?
,By reviewing and following the scoring rubric closely while
working on the assessment task.
How long does it take for WGU faculty to evaluate a Performance
Assessment?
It can take up to 72 hours for the evaluation to be completed.
What resources are available to help you with Performance
Assessments at WGU?
Instructors can assist with understanding the scoring rubric and
offer strategies for completing tasks successfully.
What is the "Professional Communication" aspect in WGU's
grading rubrics?
It focuses on the ability to communicate written information
clearly and credibly in performance assessments.
Why is the "Professional Communication" rubric aspect important
for WGU students?
WGU wants to ensure that graduates are proficient written
communicators.
What resources does WGU offer to help students improve
professional communication?
WGU provides the Academic Coaching Center and Grammarly for
Education.
What is the purpose of the Academic Coaching Center at WGU?
The Academic Coaching Center helps students enhance their
professional communication skills.
How does Grammarly for Education support students at WGU?
Grammarly for Education assists students in improving the clarity
and credibility of their written work.
, What criteria does Grammarly for Education provide feedback on?
Grammarly provides feedback on Clarity, Delivery, and
Engagement, though these are not part of the Professional
Communication rubric aspect score.
What is the basis for the "Professional Communication" rubric
aspect score at WGU?
The "Professional Communication" rubric aspect is based on the
Correctness score provided by Grammarly for Education.
What file types can Grammarly for Education review?
Grammarly can review .doc, .docx, .txt, .rtf, and .odt file types.
Which file types cannot be reviewed by Grammarly for Education?
Grammarly cannot review Microsoft PowerPoint presentations or
PDF files, which require manual review by a WGU Professional
Communication Subject-Matter Expert.
What is the recommended action for WGU students regarding
their Grammarly account?
WGU students are encouraged to activate their WGU-affiliated
Grammarly for Education account during orientation, even if they
already have a personal Grammarly account.
What does academic authenticity refer to at WGU?
Academic authenticity refers to the ethical completion of
coursework, requiring original work, proper citation of sources,
and adherence to WGU's policies on academic integrity.
What is one key aspect of maintaining academic authenticity at
WGU?
2025/2026, WITH
CORRECT/ACCURATE ANSWERS
True or False: To show your understanding of a subject area at
WGU, you must show your competence by passing a performance
assessment and/or passing an objective assessment.
True
At the conclusion of Orientation, what will you be responsible for
understanding?
1 - Competency-Based Model
2 - Navigation of the WGU Student Portal
3 - WGU's faculty model
What steps are involved in obtaining a Verified WGU Student ID?
Email , schedule a video call, verify your
ID, and update the WGU system.
What is a Performance Assessment (PA) at WGU?
It is an assignment that requires tasks such as writing a research
paper, creating a presentation, or completing a virtual lab
assignment to demonstrate competency.
What tool do WGU evaluation faculty use to grade Performance
Assessments?
They use a rubric as a scoring guide to evaluate each task.
How can you ensure success on a Performance Assessment at
WGU?
,By reviewing and following the scoring rubric closely while
working on the assessment task.
How long does it take for WGU faculty to evaluate a Performance
Assessment?
It can take up to 72 hours for the evaluation to be completed.
What resources are available to help you with Performance
Assessments at WGU?
Instructors can assist with understanding the scoring rubric and
offer strategies for completing tasks successfully.
What is the "Professional Communication" aspect in WGU's
grading rubrics?
It focuses on the ability to communicate written information
clearly and credibly in performance assessments.
Why is the "Professional Communication" rubric aspect important
for WGU students?
WGU wants to ensure that graduates are proficient written
communicators.
What resources does WGU offer to help students improve
professional communication?
WGU provides the Academic Coaching Center and Grammarly for
Education.
What is the purpose of the Academic Coaching Center at WGU?
The Academic Coaching Center helps students enhance their
professional communication skills.
How does Grammarly for Education support students at WGU?
Grammarly for Education assists students in improving the clarity
and credibility of their written work.
, What criteria does Grammarly for Education provide feedback on?
Grammarly provides feedback on Clarity, Delivery, and
Engagement, though these are not part of the Professional
Communication rubric aspect score.
What is the basis for the "Professional Communication" rubric
aspect score at WGU?
The "Professional Communication" rubric aspect is based on the
Correctness score provided by Grammarly for Education.
What file types can Grammarly for Education review?
Grammarly can review .doc, .docx, .txt, .rtf, and .odt file types.
Which file types cannot be reviewed by Grammarly for Education?
Grammarly cannot review Microsoft PowerPoint presentations or
PDF files, which require manual review by a WGU Professional
Communication Subject-Matter Expert.
What is the recommended action for WGU students regarding
their Grammarly account?
WGU students are encouraged to activate their WGU-affiliated
Grammarly for Education account during orientation, even if they
already have a personal Grammarly account.
What does academic authenticity refer to at WGU?
Academic authenticity refers to the ethical completion of
coursework, requiring original work, proper citation of sources,
and adherence to WGU's policies on academic integrity.
What is one key aspect of maintaining academic authenticity at
WGU?
