MINF 2201: Suggested Plan of Study

CONTACT PROFESSOR SCHMIDT AT THE FIRST SIGN OF DIFFICULTY!!!

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Learning new software can be tedious.

I recommend planning numerous short sessions for study instead of a few long sessions.

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BEGIN Assignment at least THREE DAYS Before the Deadline

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Recommended Weekly Plan of Study: Designed to Stay Ahead of Deadlines

TUESDAY:	Resubmit Capstone (if necessary); Review Preferred Resources (Chapters, PowerPoints, Videos, etc); Work on Trainer HW
WEDNESDAY:	Work on Trainer HW; Complete Trainer Exam; Take a look at the Grader Project Assignment
THURSDAY:	Retake Trainer Exam (if necessary); Begin Grader Project (Hybrid - Come to class with questions on Trainer and/or Grader Projects)
FRIDAY:	Complete Grader Project; Review Submissions; Correct Grader Project (if necessary)
MONDAY:	Resubmit Grader Project (if necessary); Work on and Complete Capstone Grader Project; Otherwise begin reviewing resources for next chapter

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GO! with Office 2016 Text:

Plan on spending 7-10 hours per chapter: (Especially in the beginning!)

1. Review the PowerPoint slides provided.
2. Watch the topical videos.
3. Complete the SimultaionTrainer (follow along in the text).
4. Seek assistance from MyITLab Tips & Tricks webpage, Help & FAQ, or Professor Schmidt herself.
5. Complete the Simulation Exam.
   • Review Submissions and Make Corrections
   • Resubmit Simulations Exam [3 Attempts Allowed]
6. Test your knowledge working interactive video tutorials.
7. Complete the Chapter Grader Project.
   • Review Submissions and Make Corrections
   • ReSubmit Chapter Grader Project. [2 Attempts Allowed]
8. Complete steps for 1-5 for remaining chapters.
9. Review material that helped you learn the most.
10. Complete the Capstone Grader Project.
    • Review Submissions and Make Corrections
    • ReSubmit Capstone Grader Project. [2 Attempts Allowed]

Technology in Action Text:

Plan on spending 3-7 hours per chapter. QUIZES ARE MAINLY VOCABULARY FOCUSED!

1. Read the chapter in the text.
2. Review the PowerPoint slides provided.
3. Watch the topical videos.
4. Test your knowledge with Interactive Help Desks and IT SIMS.
5. Seek assistance from professor if you still need help.
6. Complete "Check Your Understanding" or assigned quiz. [2 Attempts Allowed]

The companion website link in the MINF MAIN folder within MyITLab provides additional resources such as flash cards, games, interactive tools,chapter summaries, etc.

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Class/Lab Schedule (Hybrid Students Only):

Tuesday/Thursday meeting times are for Hybrid students only. However, Online students are welcome to attend if seats are available.

TUESDAYS:	Assistance with Trainer and Grader Assignments in AH N132
THURSDAYS:	Individual/group work days (except on Career Flash Days)