Transition with Purpose

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Miller, Michele, author.

Greenhoe, Anne, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Humanities--Textbooks.

Humanities.

Physical Description:

1 online resource

Place of Publication:

[Place of publication not identified] Portland State University Library [2018]

Language Note:

In English.

Summary:

This Open Access Textbook will guide students through their English language to academic degree studies. Part one of this textbook is a guide for moving from ESL study to academic study at Portland State University. It includes the resources students will use to understand policies and processes governing their degree study and their transition to academic coursework. Part two focuses on how academic skills are used across various disciplines and is comprised of activities and assignments designed to practice these skills. Key elements include culture and expectations in an American university, transferring academic skills from ESL to content-specific academic courses, and helpful exercises to be academically successful.

Contents:

Part One: Program and University policies and Procedures

Overview of Pathways Program

Academic Standing

Calculating Grade Point Average (GPA)

University Structure

Admission Type and Class Standing

Degree Requirements

Academic Advising

Choosing Your First Academic Classes

Code of Student Conduct and Responsibility

Getting Involved

Preparing for Your Next Term of Study

Managing Your Time with Google Calendar

Tuition Differential: IELP and PSU classes

PSU New Student Orientation

Degree Audit Reporting System (DARS)

Part Two: Transition with Purpose to the University

Section 1: Preparation of Goals

Section 2: Getting Involved in the University

Section 3: Collaborative Learning Support Activities

Section 4: Writing Your ePortfolio

Notes:

Description based on print resource