Independence University

Monday, June 12, 2017

Learning Coaches:

Each course has a learning coach/ section tutor. Their information can be found under the “Announcements” tab in each course. Each week the learning coach will post their hours they are available to assist students. Information can also be found in ARC under the Student Success center tab.

Under the Announcement Tab in Canvas:

Instructors:

Instructors are always willing to help and assist student with any questions they may have. Click on the Instructor Bio tab on the Course Home Page. Here you will find the instructor’s contact information and open office hours.

Open office hours: Hours instructor is available to answer questions about weekly homework or weekly recorded lecture.

Frequently Asked Questions for the Early Admissions Course (EAC)

The following questions are frequently asked by people interested in the EAC.

Q: I’ve already passed the EAC. What should I do now?

A: Contact your Admissions Consultant for your next steps

Q: I have question about Independence University or questions not directly related to the EAC. Who should I contact?

A: For more information please contact your Admission Consultant or the person who asked you to sign up for the EAC

You can also contact the Independence University Help Line for more help

Email: iu.help@independence.edu
Call: 855-880-3121

Q: I don’t know how to use a feature in Canvas or need more information on how to use Canvas. Where should I go?

A: Canvas Student Guide http://guides.instructure.com/m/4212 (Links to an external site.)Links to an external site.

Early Admissions Course
EAC 100

We are excited to have you join with us on your academic journey to a better career.

Why this mini-course

Participation in this course has proven to significantly increase the odds you will successfully complete your degree. The course does this in a few ways, including:

Giving you an idea of what to expect in your actual online courses.
Helping you think about--and develop--skills necessary for online study like time management, goal setting, and personal motivation.
Introducing you better to the University and helping you continue developing relationships with the University.

How the course works

There are a series of activities you must complete. Mandatory activities are divided into two sections:

New Student Orientation
Early Admissions Course

Congratulations you completed your enrollment process and financial aid process!!! Now you are ready to start your courses here at IU.

A few things you can do while you wait are

Checkout:

Student Portal

o https://my.independence.edu/

Canvas Classroom

o https://cehe.instructure.com/login/canvas

Complete:

Early Admissions Course

Setup your tablet

o Unpack it

o Complete the steps to set it up

o Install office 365

Background check- If your program requires you to complete a background check pay and submit your information for your background check as soon as possible

Keep in communication with your Admissions Consultant