Ensuring Future Success: Reference Guide

Assessment Description

This reference guide is designed to help you be successful after the end of this course. Use the attached document titled “Reference Guide” to complete the assignment.

APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected.

You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

Rubric Criteria

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Academic Reference Guide

17.5 points

Criteria Description

5. Target

17.5 points

All sections of the academic reference guide are completed with thorough descriptions and precise locations.

4. Acceptable

14.88 points

Most sections of the academic reference guide are completed with clear descriptions and accurate locations.

3. Approaching

13.13 points

Some sections of the academic reference guide are completed with basic description and location but lacks clarity or detail.

2. Insufficient

11.38 points

Few sections of the academic reference guide are completed; minimal description or location is vague or incorrect.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Academic reference guide is not completed.

Spiritual Reference Guide

15 points

Criteria Description

5. Target

15 points

All sections of the spiritual reference guide are completed with thorough descriptions and precise locations.

4. Acceptable

12.75 points

Most sections of the spiritual reference guide are completed with clear descriptions and accurate locations.

3. Approaching

11.25 points

Some sections of the spiritual reference guide are completed with basic description and location but lacks clarity or detail.

2. Insufficient

9.75 points

Few sections of the spiritual reference guide are completed; minimal description or location is vague or incorrect.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Spiritual reference guide is not completed.

Career Reference Guide

15 points

Criteria Description

5. Target

15 points

All sections of the career reference guide are completed with thorough descriptions and precise locations.

4. Acceptable

12.75 points

Most sections of the career reference guide are completed with clear descriptions and accurate locations.

3. Approaching

11.25 points

Some sections of the career reference guide are completed with basic description and location but lacks clarity or detail.

2. Insufficient

9.75 points

Few sections of the career reference guide are completed; minimal description or location is vague or incorrect.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Career reference guide is not completed.

Criteria

2.5 points

Criteria Description

5. Target

2.5 points

No mechanical errors are present. Appropriate language choice and sentence structure are used throughout.

4. Acceptable

2.13 points

Few mechanical errors are present. Suitable language choice and sentence structure are used.

3. Approaching

1.88 points

Occasional mechanical errors are present. Language choice is generally appropriate. Varied sentence structure is attempted.

2. Insufficient

1.63 points

Frequent and repetitive mechanical errors are present. Inconsistencies in language choice or sentence structure are recurrent.

1. Unsatisfactory

0 points

Errors in grammar or syntax are pervasive and impede meaning. Incorrect language choice or sentence structure errors are found throughout.

Total50 points

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Topic 7 Ensuring Future Success: Reference Guide

Directions: Provide the appropriate information in the blank spaces for each resource below. You will see that many boxes have been filled in for you. Your job is to fill in the missing information. You may want to reference Ch. 7 of the University Success Guide to help you fill in the information. The use of the GCU website (https://www.gcu.edu) and the Current GCU Students website (https://students.gcu.edu) will also be helpful in filling out the guides.

Academic Support & Resources Guide

Resources	What does this resource do for you?	Where do you find this resource? (Provide link, contact info, etc.)
Student Success Center Website	Houses many helpful academic resources including the Writing Center (which houses style guides and templates), tutoring & career resources, etc.
Faculty	Whether you take classes on-campus or online, the GCU Faculty are here to support you. Continually check your announcements in the learning management system for updates related to your courses. Reach out to your faculty member if you have questions or concerns regarding your upcoming tests, quizzes, assignments, papers, or projects	https://support.gcu.edu/hc/en-us/articles/115005324688--LMS-Locating-Your-Instructor-s-Contact-Information
Student Services Counselor
Library
Tech Support
Academic Catalog & Policies
Title IX		https://www.gcu.edu/academics/academic-policies/title-ix.php
Emergency/Active Shooter Information	The GCU Public Safety page has resources and information to help keep students, faculty and staff safe should an emergency arise. If you do not already have access to information on surviving an active shooter situation through your employer or other resources, the FBI sponsored "RUN. HIDE. FIGHT. ® Surviving an Active Shooting Event" video provided on this page is an excellent resource.	https://www.gcu.edu/about/offices-services/public-safety
Student Disability Services (SDS) Office
End of course survey (EOCS)	Provides students with the opportunity to give feedback to the university about the course, faculty, and student advisor. Feedback is confidential and provides valuable insight that is used to improve the overall university experience.	The EOCS is available only through the student portal and can be accessed one week before the end of class until one week after the end of class.
Student Portal		https://gcuportal.gcu.edu

Spiritual Reference Guide

Resource	What does this resource do for you?	Where do you find this resource? (Provide link, contact info, etc.)
Spiritual Life Page	The Department of Spiritual Life helps the GCU community grow in a personal relationship with God through an active faith in Jesus Christ.	http://students.gcu.edu/student-life/spiritual-life.php
Explore the GCU Spiritual Life page. In 50-75 words, describe 3-4 resources found on this page that you feel may be useful to you.

Career Reference Guide

Resources	What does this resource do for you?	Where do you find this resource? (Provide link, contact info, etc.)
Career Compass	It is good to revisit assessments such as this one every so often to reevaluate your professional goals, focus, and direction.
Tutoring & Career Resources for Online Students	Major exploration and career planning for college students. Focus 2 Career guides you through a reliable, intuitive career and education decision-making model to help choose majors, explore occupations, and make informed career decisions.
O*NET Online		https://www.onetonline.org/
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics		https://www.bls.gov/
Glassdoor		https://www.glassdoor.com/index.htm
CareerOneStop		https://www.youtube.com/user/CareerOneStop
CNN Money Cost of Living Calculator		https://money.cnn.com/calculator/pf/cost-of-living/index.html