IMPORTANT
COURSE DATES
Ø November 19 – ELI 3rd 8-week session ends.
Ø November 22 – ELI 4th 8-week session – last day
to withdraw with grade of ‘W’ (no tuition refund).
Ø Don’t put off studying for finals, be prepared---3rd
12 week session ends December 10.
EVENTS
v November 18 – Open Registration Begins – New and Continuing
students eligible to register
v For a listing of ELI events, to include Native American
Heritage month and our pedometer challenge, please click here.
v For a listing of NOVA events to include college visits,
symposiums and more, click here.
UPCOMING
ELI WEBNIARS
Attending
an ELI webinar is a valuable way to invest your time to develop your academic
skills and promote your academic success.
Thursday, November 21 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm:
Getting Ready for Your Next Semester - This
45 minute webinar for NOVA students will focus on answering key questions
students have about preparing for their next semester. Topics covered
will include program identification, course selection, college resources,
schedule planning, and registration/payment tips. To register, please click on the date: Thursday, November 21 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm
Wednesday, November 20 12:15 pm – 1:00 pm: Conducting a Job Search - This 45 minute
webinar will focus on basic strategies for conducting a job search. Topics
covered will include creating a plan, identifying sources of job leads, and
resume, cover letter, and interview basics. To register, please click on the
date: This 45 minute webinar will focus on basic strategies for conducting a
job search. Topics covered will include creating a plan, identifying sources of
job leads, and resume, cover letter, and interview basics.
The Webinars referenced below will not be streamed live;
however, please feel free to request recordings:
Tackling Math Anxiety: Click here to view the webinar
recording: Math can
be a difficult subject no matter how smart you are. Many students view math
as overwhelming and scary—but it doesn’t have to be. Learn how to study
more efficiently for mathematics and apply relaxing techniques to reduce your
anxieties.
Beyond Google – Basic Library Skills
for Online Learners- Have
you ever been assigned a paper or project and don’t know where to start? Do you
feel like you need extra practice for your assignments? Are you curious what
library resources are available to you without going to a campus
library? This 5 minute video will give you a brief introduction to what library
resources are available to you as an online learner. There might be more than
you expect! Watch the video!
Creating a Personal Mission
Statement: Click here to view the webinar
recording: Learn
how to channel your goals into actions! From visualization to motivation,
this pre-recorded webinar will help you to create and fine-tune your personal
mission statement.
Creating Win-Win Relationships: Click here to view the webinar
recording: Win-Win
will teach you how to cooperate in relationships rather than compete.
This webinar will teach you how to share success with others by being
respectful and assertive without being manipulated.
Synergy:
Click here
to view the webinar recording: Learn how to integrate your knowledge, skills, and expertise
with others to collaborate effectively. This webinar is excellent for
working in small groups and communicating with your instructor or teammates.
ELI Orientation: Click
here to request a recording of an earlier session. This one
hour webinar for students enrolled in courses offered through the Extended
Learning Institute (ELI) will focus on getting started in your courses,
navigating in your Blackboard course site, identifying tips for success, and
student support services.
ONGOING
· Proctor Requests: If you are out of
the area, be sure to submit your Proctor
Request.
Proctor Requests are processed in the order they are received. It takes 3-5 business
days for the form to be processed so please do not wait until the day
before your test!
Resources
to Promote Your Academic Success
· Smarthinking Free
24/7 Tutoring: Click here to access Smarthinking free
tutoring. Course Success is just a click away!
· Student Lingo: Student Lingo is a series of interactive on-demand
workshops, action plans, and valuable resources focused on helping students
achieve their academic, personal, and career goals. Workshops include test
taking strategies, time management, study skills, resume writing and more. Click
here to learn more
