Question: Purpose
There are typically several core components to any assignment at GCU. Knowing how to dissect a GCU assignment ensures successful completion of the assignment. The Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet will provide you with an opportunity to practice dissecting the components of an assignment so that you are better prepared to complete assignments successfully.
Required Course Materials
Chapter 4 in the textbook: Time Management and Study Skills
Understanding a GCU Assignment Worksheet
Instructions
Read and review the required course materials listed above to assist you in answering the questions on the attached worksheet. These materials are accessible through the course materials tab in your classroom.
To complete the assignment, you will review the sample assignment and rubric provided in the worksheet. This assignment is from another course and is only an example of an assignment, not one that you are required to complete. You will review the requirements of the sample assignment and rubric to guide you in answering the questions listed on the worksheet.
Please download the attached worksheet, as you will need to record your responses on the worksheet, save this, and then submit this as an assignment for this week.
Assignment Background:
It is important to read through all components of an assignment in the GCU classroom so that you are aware of its requirements and the expectations of your instructor. Look for the following cues:
- What is the objective of the assignment?
- What are the elements of the assignment?
- How will the assignment be graded?
- What are other considerations for completing the assignment well?
The purpose of this worksheet is to guide you in "decoding" any GCU assignment.
Assignment Instructions:
Review the sample syllabus and samplerubric under the questions below. Then, provide answers underneath the following questions:
1. How do the objectives assist a student in completing the assignment?
2. Describe what needs to be done for the assignment found in the sample syllabus?
3. If you were to complete the assignment found in the sample syllabus, how would you set aside time to ensure it is completed on time?
4. Will it be necessary to use the GCU library to complete the assignment found in the sample syllabus?
5. What resources are provided to complete the assignment found in the sample syllabus?
6. How will the instructor determine the student's grade for the assignment?
7. What is not clear to you about the assignment in the sample syllabus and how would you obtain more information?
8. How can the rubric help a student meet the instructor's expectation for the assignment?