Complete this checklist for each course at the beginning of the semester (ideally on Day Zero).
Course Information
Course name: ________________________________________
Professor: ________________________________________
Office hours: ________________________________________
Office location: ________________________________________
Email: ________________________________________
Syllabus Review
- I have read the entire syllabus
- I understand the grading breakdown
- I understand the attendance policy
- I understand the late work policy
- I know how to contact the professor with questions
Calendar Setup
- All test/exam dates are on my calendar
- All major assignment due dates are on my calendar
- All quiz dates are on my calendar
- I've identified weeks with multiple deadlines
Materials
- Required textbook(s) acquired
- Course packet or supplementary materials acquired
- Notebook/binder set up for this course
- Digital folder created for this course
- Any required software installed
First Week Preparation
- I've previewed the readings for week one
- I've written down initial questions about the course or material
- I know where the classroom is located
- I know what to bring to the first class
Goals
Target grade for this course: ___________
Why this target? ________________________________________
What will earning this grade require from me? ________________________________________