ASBO548-GEN 104
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Autobiography-AnnieSam.docx1.1 Autobiography
When writing this it should be for a male, taking Business classes living in United states
1. If you are taking this course online, navigate to the threaded discussion below. Scroll up to read the instructions, then "Start a New Thread" and post your response to the following question:
a. Introduce yourself to your classmates. You may share personal and/or professional details. You may also want to add a picture of yourself or a picture that helps us get to know you better.
b. Label your posting [Your name] Autobiography. Thus, if your name were John Doe, your posting would be labeled: John Doe Autobiography.
2. Use these questions as a guideline for what to write or talk about:
a. Your name and city of residence.
b. A description of your faith journey
c. Your employer and job responsibilities.
d. A description of the experiences you have had that may be helpful for other students in your cohort.
e. Something about your family, pets, hobbies, etc.
3. Type (or copy and paste) your written biography or post your video biography link into the message area for the posting. Do not attach a separate document to the discussion board.
4. Your initial post is due by the end of the second day of the workshop.
5. Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings, as well as all follow-up instructor questions directed to you, by the end of the workshop.
6. A discussion can help you learn together and demonstrate your understanding of key concepts if your postings:
a. Clearly and thoroughly address the prompt with meaningful information.
b. Introduce your own ideas and questions, rather than restating what your classmates have shared to add greater depth to the discussion. (Include much more than: “Great post,” or “I agree.”).
c. Refer to relevant course concepts as you discuss your learning together.
d. Develop insightful conversation by directly addressing the ideas your classmates have posted.
1.2 Biblical Wisdom
Introduction
Are you familiar with IWU’s mission statement?
Indiana Wesleyan University is a Christ-centered academic community committed to changing the world by developing students in character, scholarship, and leadership.
One way this mission is fulfilled is by providing each of our students access to a chaplain. Here is a welcome message from one of our chaplains, John Lee.
Another way this mission is fulfilled is by creating a learning environment integrated with faith. Most IWU courses have learning activities built into the curriculum where specific biblical principles and Christian concepts are discussed. In many courses, students are asked to develop their understanding and application of these principles and concepts in the assignments. In this first workshop, we will reflect on what author David Brooks, in his book The Road to Character, describes as the distinction between “Résumé Virtues” and “Eulogy Virtues.” “Résumé Virtues” are those related to the skills we bring to the marketplace (e.g., degrees, work experience, accomplishments). “Eulogy Virtues” are those things that people might say about us at our funerals (e.g., character, relationships, personal characteristics). Our mission is to help you grow in each of these areas of your life.
As you begin your coursework at Indiana Wesleyan University, it is important for you to remain aware of what you are learning as a student that will enhance your Résumé Virtues… but also stay aware of what you need to do as a person to enhance your “Eulogy Virtues.”
Assignment Outcomes
Upon completion of this assignment, you should be able to:
· Articulate the differences between “Résumé Virtues” and “Eulogy Virtues.”
· Reflect on connections between life, faith, and experience.
Resources
· Video: David Brooks: Should You Live for Your Résumé Virtues or Eulogy Virtues?
Instructions
1. Watch the video David Brooks: Should You Live for Your Résumé Virtues or Your Eulogy Virtues?
2. If you are taking this course onsite, the discussion activity will take place under the guidance of your instructor in the classroom. In Assignment 1.5, you will need to use a written paragraph response from either this discussion or the 1.1 Autobiography discussion. Even if you complete the discussion in class, it is best to keep a document with your responses to use in Assignment 1.5 Digital Tools for Writing.
3. If you are taking this course online, navigate to the threaded discussion below. Scroll up to read the instructions, then select "Start a New Thread."
4. Post your response to the following question:
· As I begin the process of pursuing a degree, focusing on my Résumé Virtues, what am I doing to continually enhance and refine my Eulogy Virtues?
5. Your initial post is due by the end of the fourth day of the workshop.
6. Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings by the end of the workshop.
7. A discussion can help you learn together and demonstrate your understanding of key concepts if your postings:
g. Clearly and thoroughly address the prompt with meaningful information.
g. Introduce your own ideas and questions, rather than restating what your classmates have shared to add greater depth to the discussion. (Include much more than: “Great post,” or “I agree.”).
g. Refer to relevant course concepts as you discuss your learning together.
g. Develop insightful conversation by directly addressing the ideas your classmates have posted.
1.6 Introduction to the Liberal Arts
Introduction
In this assignment, you will explore the overall organization of higher education and the ways in which academic programs and courses are designed. This conversation will have a primary focus on the liberal arts as a key feature in preparing students for their careers and lives after graduation.
The Liberal Arts and General Education
Have you ever asked yourself, “Why do some colleges include such a wide variety of courses in my program of study when all I want to know about is my major... like business, early childhood education, or criminal justice?”
At Indiana Wesleyan, General Education is synonymous with a Liberal Arts Education. They mean the same thing. The liberal arts curriculum in many of today’s colleges and universities reflect these original areas of study as they focus on writing, speaking, the sciences, logical and critical thinking, mathematics, fine arts, and history. Your general education courses are integrated into your academic major to give you the opportunity to grow and develop your liberal arts skills to a professional level.
The skills employers most often list as necessary include verbal communication, teamwork, ethical decision-making, commercial awareness, analytical and problem solving skills, personal management, interpersonal effectiveness, computer literacy, leadership and management skills, self-learning skills, along with professional competence in reading and mathematics, and strong work values.
At Indiana Wesleyan University, we believe that general education courses can help you develop those skills.
Assignment Outcomes
Upon completion of this assignment, you should be able to:
· Describe the role of the liberal arts in preparing students for real-world challenges and opportunities.
· Describe the real world value of general education skills.
Instructions
1. Watch What are the Liberal Arts? video. This video summarizes some of the key benefits that can be derived from a liberal arts-focused curriculum.
2. Read the article, The Unexpected Value of the Liberal Arts.
3. If you are taking this course onsite, the discussion activity will take place under the guidance of your instructor in the classroom.
4. If you are taking this course online, navigate to the threaded discussion below. Scroll up to read the instructions, then select "Start a New Thread."
5. Post three different hashtags that communicate the value of general education and liberal arts learning from your perspective.
6. You must start a thread before you can read anyone else's post.
7. You are encouraged to read each other's hashtag posts, but no written responses are required. Ratings have been enabled for this discussion, so feel free to rate your favorites.
To make a hashtag, simply put a # symbol in front of a word or phrase. Do not use spaces! Numbers are ok to use and you can capitalize individual words if you want to emphasize separate words.
#youcandothis #YouGotThis #HashtagsRfun #Hashtags4everyone
2.1 Biblical Wisdom: Pursuing the Faith
Introduction
In choosing to pursue a college degree, you have chosen, in the words of Robert Frost, “the road less traveled.” In this assignment, we will examine the elements of growth and change.
Our hope as a Christ-centered academic community is not only to be of help to you in accomplishing your goal of achieving a college degree, but also to be a part of your ongoing spiritual growth. As we observe in this video, change and growth can be hard. Quite often, when pursuing change and growth, we need to put aside old habits and patterns of behavior in favor of others that are more compatible with our chosen goals (e.g., time management, changes in priorities, disciplining oneself to engage in productive activities). The Bible makes several references to the kinds of changes we might experience over the course of our lives:
The hearts of the wise make their mouths prudent, and their lips promote instruction.
Proverbs 16:23
Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.
Ecclesiastes 9:10
He said, “Go and tell this people: “‘Be ever hearing, but never understanding; be ever seeing, but never perceiving.’”
Isaiah 6:9
…until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God and become mature, attaining to the whole measure of the fullness of Christ.Then we will no longer be infants, tossed back and forth by the waves, and blown here and there by every wind of teaching and by the cunning and craftiness of people in their deceitful scheming. 15 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ.
Ephesians 4:13-15
I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God has been making it grow. 7 So neither the one who plants nor the one who waters is anything, but only God, who makes things grow.
1 Corinthians 3:6-7
For I am confident of this very thing, that He who began a good work in you will perfect it until the day of Christ Jesus
Philippians 1:6
And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight…
Philippians 1:9
But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and forever! Amen.
2 Peter 3:18
Be diligent in these matters; give yourself wholly to them, so that everyone may see your progress.
1 Timothy 4:15
As these verses reflect, we have been created and equipped for growth. In this discussion, we will share our personal goals for growth and change, both academic and spiritual.
Assignment Outcomes
Upon completion of this assignment, you should be able to:
· Examine the challenges presented by a choice to personally grow, change, and accomplish personal goals.
· Engage with others as part of a learning community.
Resources
· Video: Growth is Hard
Instructions
1. Watch the video Growth is Hard.
2. Reflect on the collection of Bible verses and other passages that you may be aware of that are related to growth and change.
3. If you are taking this course onsite, the discussion activity will take place under the guidance of your instructor in the classroom.
4. If you are taking this course online, navigate to the threaded discussion below. Scroll up to read the instructions, then "Start a New Thread" and post your response to the following:
a. Describe what you hope to accomplish as you begin your path toward a college degree.
b. Include in this description areas of your life that will require some level of growth or change.
5. Your initial post is due by the end of the second day of the Workshop.
6. Read and respond to at least two of your classmates’ postings by the end of the workshop.
7. A discussion can help you learn together and demonstrate your understanding of key concepts if your postings:
a. Clearly and thoroughly address the prompt with meaningful information.
b. Introduce your own ideas and questions, rather than restating what your classmates have shared to add greater depth to the discussion. (Include much more than: “Great post,” or “I agree.”).
c. Refer to relevant course concepts as you discuss your learning together.
d. Develop insightful conversation by directly addressing the ideas your classmates have posted.
2.3 The Growth Mindset Inventory
RESULTS
You agreed with 8 of Fixed Mindset statements and 8 of Growth Mindset Statements.
You have a mixture of the Fixed and Growth Mindsets. The book will show you how to avoid the pitfalls of the Fixed Mindset, how to develop more of a Growth Mindset, and how to apply your Growth Mindset most effectively.
Instructions
1. Complete the Mindset Test.
2. Consider your results. Do the results of the survey compare with your personal assessment of your level of growth mindset? Why or Why Not? What are some commitments you can make to improve your growth mindset? What support do you need from those around you?
3. Write down a few notes to help you prepare for the upcoming discussion, 2.6 Grit and Growth Mindset Strategies.
4. How to print (save) your results to PDF:
1. Use Ctrl+P or choose Print on the webpage or browser menu.
2. Choose Adobe PDF as the printer in the Print dialog box.
3. Select Print.
4. Select OK, name the PDF file, and save it in a desired location.
2.5 The Grit Scale
Your Grit Score
· 0.0
1.0
· 2.0
· 3.0
· 4.0
· 5.0
3.00
You scored higher than about 20% of American adults in a recent study.
Instructions
1. Complete the Grit Survey. The Grit Scale results place you on a 0-5 scale (i.e., “0”, being no or very little grit, “5” being a significant amount of grit). You are also told how your score compares with the rest of American adults who have taken this quiz.
2. Consider your results. Do the results of the survey compare with your personal assessment of your level of grit? Why or Why Not? What are some commitments you can make to improve your grit? What support do you need from those around you?
3. Write down a few notes to help you prepare for the upcoming discussion, 2.6 Grit and Growth Mindset Strategies.
4. How to print (save) your results to PDF:
1. Use Ctrl+P or choose Print on the webpage or browser menu.
2. Choose Adobe PDF as the printer in the Print dialog box.
3. Select Print.
4. Select OK, name the PDF file, and save it in a desired location.
2.6 Grit & Growth Mindset Discussion
Instructions
1. Review the assessment criteria for this assignment.
2. Using your notes and results of the Growth Mindset Inventory and Grit Scale, navigate to the discussion and write a thorough response to the following by using the 'Start a New Thread' button:
a. What are some strategies for success in college-level coursework in the context of personal and professional life?
b. What will you need to do to maintain your own commitment to using and developing these strategies during your program?
3. Read and respond to at least two classmates' posts.
4. Remember, a discussion can help you learn together and demonstrate your understanding of key concepts if your postings:
. Clearly and thoroughly address the prompt with meaningful information.
. Introduce your own ideas and questions, rather than restating what your classmates have shared to add greater depth to the discussion. (Include much more than: “Great post,” or “I agree.”).
. Refer to relevant course concepts as you discuss your learning together.
. Develop insightful conversation by directly addressing the ideas your classmates have posted.
2.6 Grit & Growth Mindset Strategies
