Canvas changes often and sometimes during the term, so, ensure you understand all of the features used in this course by checking off each skill listed in the Canvas tab of this textbook.

The following lessons include software setup, reading, research, and writing activities to help you understand how this course works.

1.3 Use multiple tabs.

Set up multiple tabs in a window to reduce the time you spend launching Canvas, the textbook, and the Library.

Keeping too many browser tabs and extensions active will slow down your machine. Read How to Stop Web Browsers from Slowing Down Your Computer

1.4 Learn about this textbook.

1. Click the person_pin Instructor button, which launches the Canvas Inbox.
2. Click the button to launch a chat session with a librarian. This service is available 24/7.
3. Click the homeHome button to read the Introduction and Logistics.
4. Click the info Syllabus button and read it thoroughly.
5. Click the Canvas button to learn new Canvas skills (a related quiz may be required).
6. Click the library_booksChapter buttons to work on each week/module's requirements.
7. This week's objectives lists the major lessons of the chapter and allow you to jump down to them.
8. Red messages are...important; read them. ;-)
9. + Orange headlines can be opened to reveal blue numbered lessons and closed to shorten the content reduce scrolling and improve printing.

1.5 Choose a listening tool.

If you are an auditory learner, or your eyes are tired, I recommend listening to the course materials and readings to help improve information retention. Set up your computer now so you can listen to the remaining sections of this page.

Choose the Chrome extension first. If you don't like it, then use a built-in option for your laptop, desktop, or try a phone app.

• Chrome
  1. Click the 3-dot ⁝ menu at the top right of the Chrome browser window, then choose More Tools.
  2. Choose Extensions from the popup list.
  3. Scroll to the bottom of your list of extensions (if any) on the left to click on Open Chrome Web Store.
  4. Search for Natural Reader and add it to Chrome. The icon will show up in the Chrome Extension Toolbar to the right of the Address/Search box.
  5. Test the voice on a selection of text provided in the options, or in a browser tab.
  6. Right-click on the icon to choose Options. If you are able to, change languages/accents, volume, and other settings.
• MacOS
  1. From the Apple menu, choose System Preferences then Accessibility.
  2. Click the Speech option.
  3. Choose a new voice from the System Voice dropdown menu. If you like Siri's voice, choose Samantha.
  4. Use the Optionesc keystroke provided, or choose a new one.
     
  5. Test the voice on a selection of text in a browser tab.
• Windows
  1. Follow instructions for set-up and use of Speech/Text-to-Speech and the Narrator controls:
     • In general, use this keystroke:
       WindowsCtrlEnter
     • Learn more at Windows 10 Narrator Get Started.
  2. To read an entire window, click the window and then press CtrlShiftspacebar.
     • To silence the speech, press Ctrl.
  3. Test the voice on a selection of text in a browser tab.
  4. Alternatively, try the Natural Reader application for your Windows phone. UNTESTED; use at your own risk.

1.6 Access Library Services.

Library Services

Some projects will require library research. Contact a librarian for help if your search is taking more than 15 minutes. Get familiar with these two options:

1. The OSU Valley Library
   
2. Answerland 24/7 library chat service
   

Before asking for help, formulate specific questions that describe the area of research you're trying to locate so that the Librarian will be able to provide a targeted response.


Choose more than one method of contact to ask very specific questions (but do not ask two different librarians to answer the same question). If you don't know how to use the Library's databases, then consult with librarians to learn how!

Research tips

• Sign in to your OSU Library Account first!
• If the full-text is not available, click the Interlibrary loan (ILL) link. The library will get an electronic copy for you (free!).
• Uncover historical (also called primary) books by using the date filters in 1Search or the advanced search.
• Search Google like a Pro (Infographic)

1.7 Test bibliography apps.

Bibliography tools

The following bibliographic tools will help you track and properly cite articles, images, and movies to use in each of the assignments. If you already use a tool you like, then you don't need to set up another one.

If you have never tracked sources with an app, you are required to try one of the following options. It will save you a lot of time!

Using an app will also keep your computer from crashing due to too many browser tabs being active simultaneously.

Choose one to set up:

• articleGoogle Docs
• Microsoft Word
• Chrome extension
• For Windows or Google
• For MS Office
• For MS Office
• Online tool
• Online tool

It doesn't matter which style you use for each bibliography (IEEE, MLA, APA, etc.) but each one must include: author last name, author first name, title, publisher, publication date, page number (optional), and the URL. Here is an example:

Desjardins, Jeff. "The Extraordinary Raw Materials In An Iphone 6S". Visual Capitalist. 2016. https://www.visualcapitalist.com/extraordinary-raw-materials-iphone-6s/.

Tips

1. If a source does not have an author, use the title.
2. If a source lacks a date, use the copyright date of the web page or publication (usually found in the footer).
3. If a source is not online, then a URL is not required.

1.8 Learn to use the Explore Topics Templates.

Use the following template link to complete this research and writing assignment. It is similar to templates required in future chapters.

1. Login to your OSU Google Account.
2. Launch this chapter's
   • Section 400 Explore Topics Template.
   • Honors 001 Explore Topics Template.
3. Do not request permission to use the file. Login to your OSU Google Account.
4. Once you have the file open:
   1. File → Make a copy.
   2. Rename the new file so it includes your "First and Last name" in place of "Template".
   3. Move the file into a folder for this course.
5. Notice that we're using a Google Slide presentation file rather than a word processing file. Each slide will be referred to as a page because we will be writing in formal research style (rather than watered-down phrases with little meaning).
6. Add your name to the cover page.
7. Read instructions on the cover page. When in doubt about how to write in the templates, refer back to this page for clarification.
8. Notice the green instructions below each page. Drag the notes pane up so you can read all of its text. These are the reading/research and writing prompts that you must adhere to. Be sure that you can read all of them before you begin the work so you don't miss any requirements.
   • Once you open the template, it will refer to articles or research you need to complete.
   • Keep both the template and the articles open simultaneously.
   • Most pages require research.
   • The last page requires a bibliography.
   
   
9. Reading List (open each article in a new browser tab):
   • Writing Requirements & Samples
   • Citation Methods
   • Synthesis Writing
   • Illustration Requirements.
   • Avoiding Plagiarism
   • Checking originality in TurnItIn

1.9 Edit, download, and submit the Explore Topics file.

1. Ctrlc or ⌘c Copy the bibliographic entries you made during the Explore Topics reading and research. On the last page of the template, Ctrlv or ⌘v paste in the bibliographic entries. Select the list and apply the bullet or numbered list icon. Update the font size to 14 if necessary. Add more pages if necessary.
2. Check and correct grammar and spelling using the built-in functions.
3. From the File menu, choose Download as PDF.
4. Check to confirm that hyperlinks work in the new PDF file. If they do not work, then in the Assignment Commenting Box, leave a note stating which platform, operating system, and browser you used to print or download the PDF file.
5. Copy the file to a backup folder on your hard drive.
6. Submit the PDF file by uploading it in the Canvas Assignment screen.
7. Confirm that your file has uploaded by looking for the document icon in the Grades area.

Examine cases of modern learning techniques to write/discuss from a factual and critical perspective.

1.10 Participate in the Group Discussion

Groups will not be assigned until the official first or second day of class. Please wait to submit your initial thread until the second day to avoid having to copy it from one group to another.

1. Four days before the Due date, start writing in a word processing document to introduce yourself and synthesize what you learned about modern learning:
   • In paragraph 1, tell us what part of the world you reside in (without giving away private data).
     
   • In paragraph 2, name the degree you are seeking and the type of job you hope to land when you graduate.
   • In paragraph 3, describe at least three concepts you hope to learn about in this course.
     • Hint 1: what specific ethical issues relate to your degree or area of focus?
     • Hint 2: what course topics are interesting to you?
   • Scroll and read through the following article about modern learning and in paragraph 4, synthesize what you discovered: Modern Learning. Hyperlink the title of original sources you refer to, rather than the textbook author's synthesis.
   • Check the word count (150+ per paragraph, not counting the author names or article titles).
   • Check the hyperlinks (they must be in article titles, law names, or theory/approach names).
   • Spellcheck, fix grammar, then Ctrlc or ⌘c to copy the 4 or more paragraphs.
   • Click the Chapter 1 Examine a Case Discussion in Canvas.
   • Ctrlv or ⌘v to paste the copied text into a Reply thread (click the Reply field to activate the editing box).
   • Save your thread.
2. Before the Due date, reply to at least one person in your group.
   • In paragraph 1, note which common interests you have personally and professionally.
   • In paragraph 2, describe one of the most interesting learning experiences you have had in your life.
   • Check the word count (150+ not counting the author names or article titles).
   • Save your thread.

If you have questions about using the template, the research prompts, or writing conventions, you can share your file with the instructor.

Share a file from a cloud drive.

In order for others to see your working file without having to download or ask for account permission, provide a sharing URL/address so they can look at it live. Paste the URL into the Canvas Inbox message or Assignment Comment box.

1. Sign in to the OSU Google Drive. Provide your ONID userID and password.
2. Create your file on the OSU Google Drive.
3. Click the Sharing button at the top right of the screen.
4. Click the Advanced link on the lower right corner.
5. Click the Change link to view the choices.
6. Change the settings so that On - Anyone at Oregon State University with the link and Can view are selected.
7. Copy the resulting URL/address.
   
8. Paste the resulting URL into a Canvas Inbox message to the instructor (or if you have already submitted your file, provide it in the Assignment Commenting box).

Work offline without Wi-fi (Google applications)

If you will be out of wi-fi range, feel free to work on your Google files offline.

1. Click the blue Docs icon (or orange Slides or green Sheets icon).
2. Select the file(s) to use offline.
3. Select the 3-dot More menu
4. Toggle on the Available Until button.
5. Look at the list of files to view the new Available Offline icon next to the file name.

Writing Tutors

Consult one or more of these resource for a review of the structure of your writing, grammar, and spelling. Provide the tutor with a link to the instructions as well as your project online.

TutorMe's Writing Lab

Access online tutoring from inside Canvas. 3-hour turnaround.

OSU Online Writing Suite

Electronic feedback from home, asynchronous email consultation, or synchronous Skype consultation.

OSU Undergrad Research & Writing Studio

Drop in writing help with no wait times. Standard hours are:
Monday to Thursday → 10:00am to 10:00pm
Friday → 10:00am to 5:00pm, and
Sunday → 2:00pm to 7:00pm.

OSU Academic Integrity Tutorials

Citing sources and using TurnItIn.

Use the Service Desk if you have computer, ONID, or Canvas problems.

But first:

1. Logout.
2. Close the browser and relaunch it.
3. Login to OSU.
4. Still have problems? Contact Service Desk.