IMPORTANT
COURSE DATES
Ø January 21 – ELI 1st 8-week – last day to sign up
for audit or drop with tuition refund
Ø January 25 – ELI 1st 12-week – last day to sign
up for audit or drop with tuition refund
TEXTBOOKS
Textbooks
can be ordered online at the NOVA ELI Bookstore or purchased in person at the Alexandria Campus Bookstore. If you are unsure about what
book(s) you need, you can find the books via the Find Your Textbooks Here link on the website. Please Note: If
you are using Financial Aid to pay for your textbooks, you must submit a signed
Book Charge Authorization form with your book order.
UPCOMING ELI WEBNIARS (For a complete
listing of our webinars, please click here.)
Attending
an ELI webinar is a valuable way to invest your time to develop your academic
skills and promote your academic success. If you are new to online learning, we
strongly encourage you to attend our New
Student Orientation webinar.
ELI Orientation: 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. If you are unable to attend a live
session, click here to request a recording of an earlier session. Upcoming
live sessions (please click on the date to register):
- Wednesday, January 22, 6:30 pm
– 7:30 pm
- Monday, January 27, 12:15 pm –
1:15 pm
- Wednesday, January 29, 6:30 pm
– 7:30 pm
- Monday, February 3, 12:15 pm –
1:15 pm
Have you ever been assigned a paper or project and don’t know where to start? Do you not have time to make it to a campus library to research for your assignments? Join us for a 30 minute webinar that will introduce library resources available to you online. This webinar will review conducting college-level research using the library’s online resources. To register, please click on the date that fits your schedule:
GOALS: Netiquette: Have you thought about your online etiquette or “Netiquette?” This 30 min webinar will serve as an e-guide on social interaction and communicating electronically. Areas that will be covered include communication in the online classroom, social media and overall online presence. To register, please click on the date that fits your schedule:
Exploring Career Options: This 45 minute webinar will focus on using various online resources to research career options. The relationship between programs of study at NOVA, college majors, and career options will be discussed. Resources presented will provide information on nature of work, educational requirements, job outlook, and wages. To register, please click on the date that fits your schedule:
The Webinars referenced below will not be streamed live; however, please feel free to request recordings:
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. For a recording, please email, chjensen@nvcc.edu.
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. Click here to request a recording of an earlier session.
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.ONGOING
@ ELI
Spring 2014 Registration: Spring
2014 registration is currently underway.
Please click here for registration information. For a complete listing Spring 2014 ELI
classes, please click here. If you need assistance with ELI course
selection, please email our counselors, elicounselors@nvcc.edu.
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.
Success Coaches:
The ELI Success Coaching Team is here
to assist you. They are available to partner with you and provide
assistance, time management help and resources to promote your academic
success. They can be reached at elisuccess@nvcc.edu or
703.764.5076.
ELI also offers
resources and tips through our NovaELIfe social media
channels. For links to our informational blogs, academic resources, Facebook
and Twitter, please click here.
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