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AthaU Facebook Group Ash points out some educations apps that might help students, including TED TV. Bolt’s question about telling if an exam is online or with paper and pen turns to touch on how helpful (or not) the AU Support Centre is. Also, Rebecca wonders whether appealing a grade for an assignment is worth… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Barry comments on the exorbitant amount of reading material for some courses. Melinda shares her enthusiasm about receiving a shipment of AU Library books. Kevin inquires whether a passing course grade is possible without a passing exam grade. Other posts include Learning Logs, options for printed textbooks, exam anxiety, and courses ACCT… Read more »
Jason Bernard is an AU student from Moncton, New Brunswick, and is in the Masters of Science in Information Services program at AU. Jason received his undergraduate degree in Computer Science from Bishop’s University in Lennoxville, QC, and he ultimately plans to pursue a PhD and become a research professor. Jason was recently interviewed by… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group Rebecca invites AU students to join her online study group page at https://www.facebook.com/groups/104271983268917/. Jesse wonders if it’s possible to over-study for an exam. Barry expresses an opinion on outdated course materials. Other posts include primary vs secondary sources, student transcripts, and courses ACCT 451, ENGL 305, HLST 320, NURS 250, and PHIL… Read more »
We’re wrapping up the first week of NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month), and maybe your initial enthusiasm and adrenaline have started to fade. If distractions are keeping you from hitting your daily word count goals, turn to one of these resources to keep you on track. Social Media Wall Social media is incredibly valuable for… Read more »
AthaU Facebook Group The facebook group seems a little slower this week, probably because of exams for people who started courses right after school let out in June. But Cass wants to know if MLA format requires a title page. Casey wonders what effect changing programs mid-semester will have. Kaitland seeks study tips for the… Read more »
M. M. is an AU student from British Columbia. Originally from Ontario, M. completed her undergraduate degree through AU and is now in the Masters of Integrated Studies program. M. is also an administrator of the unofficial Athabasca University Facebook group page. The Voice Magazine recently interviewed M. by e-mail. Here’s what she had to… Read more »
So long, AUSU Forums! With the rollout of AUSU’s new website last week, the student discussion forums disappeared. AthaU Facebook Group Jodi questions why there is a penalty for requesting online exams less than 30 days before the exam date. Davis wonders if It’s possible to complete a course in under a month. Vicki seeks… Read more »
AUSU Student Forums In a post in the Ask AUSU forum, the AUSU office announced that the discussion forums would not be a part of the new website. AthaU Facebook Group JoAnne invites students to comment on their positive experiences at AU. Jenn wants to know if there is an RN program available through distance… Read more »
Heather Elizabeth is an AU student from Toronto, Ontario. Originally from near St Jacob’s , Ontario, Heather started two AU courses in September, after which she will be pursuing graduate studies. Heather was recently interviewed by The Voice Magazine. Here’s what she had to say about school, Socrates, and sexuality. Has Toronto always been home?… Read more »