👩‍💻👨‍💻Discussion # 1, Hist 1.1: Check-In Discussion

Topic: Introduce Yourself

In this Check-In Discussion you will introduce yourself to the class.

Directions: Write two posts, first answer the questions, and then respond to a classmate

Post # 1: For your Initial Post click on the reply button below. Introduce yourself to other members of the course by answering these questions:

1. Who are you?
2. If you could be a fictional character, who would you be and why?
3. What is your college major? Or are you still working on it?
4. Why are you taking this course?
5. What is one thing or topic that fascinates you about History or you would like to learn more about?
6. Do you think knowing our History is important for the future of our society? Why or why not?

For instance, you could say:

My name is Miles Morales, I am from Santa Rosa, CA. My favorite cartoon when I was little was Spider Man, so I would love to be like him because he is smart, brave, and he can swing through the city to beat traffic! I am a chemistry major. I am taking this course for general ed and because it sounds fun -- I've always been interested in history, and I find the history of Japan fascinating, but I've never had an actual course on the subject. So I'm looking forward to the learning more about history.

As far as what I find fascinating about history[.....your personal experience/interest related to the topic, and what would you like to learn about the topic in the course]. 

I think History is important for our future because it tells us about our past and we can see the direction that our society is taking...

See the Discussion Guidelines for more information. This post should be your own words and there is no right or wrong answer. Your points will be based on completion of the assignment.

I recommend that you create your initial post by June 22, 11:59 pm, so that others may have an opportunity to reply. The assignment must be completed by June 23, 11:59 pm.

Post # 2: For your Response Post to a classmate

Read another student's post and respond to their introduction (click the reply button). Follow the netiquette guidelines below and make a comment about their Initial Post. This is not a place for insults or arguments so use proper language such as "Hi Pedro, that's a really good point you made in your post, I too am interested in history because..."

Your Response is due by June 23, at 11:59 pm. 

• This assignment is worth 6 points, 3 for your initial post and 3 for your reply to someone else's post
• Turning this assignment in late will result in loss of 1 point per day, up to 3 points
• Click on the reply button, below to get started

Expected Learning Outcome:

This discussion gives you the chance to introduce yourself, get to know your classmates, and learn how to utilize the discussion tools

Rubric:

To view the rubric attached to this discussion, click on the gear box in the upper right and select Show Rubric

Netiquette:

• Be kind and respectful to others
• Use full sentences
• Avoid jargon and acronyms
• Use language that supports others