Apr 25, 2024  
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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OR 1960 - Carter Academy Seminar

0 lecture hours 0 lab hours 0 credits
Course Description
This course is designed to provide Carter Academy Scholars the opportunity to continue to develop the necessary skills needed for success at MSOE. It provides face-to-face engagement with support staff and faculty to aid students in developing necessary competencies via discussion, presentations, and skills exercises. It will help student understand how to maximize their own learning in a university setting.  (prereq: enrollment in the Carter Academy Program) 
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
  • Examine and develop the learning strategies necessary for success as an engineering student
  • Explain how an inclusive and supportive community can benefit and enhance their learning experience
  • Identify non-academic skills needed for success in their academic program
  • Take part in developing accountability to self and others for their learning process
  • Utilize resources that are available to aid in their academic success
  • Research and explore their program track and career opportunities available to them
  • Stimulate the understanding and development of the MSOE and growth mindset models

Prerequisites by Topic
  • None

Course Topics
  • Identify the main course objectives and how they can impact their success at MSOE
  • Identify a success partner to increase accountability and engagement.
  • Demonstrate and refine their understanding of academic related skills, such as time management, prioritization, goal setting and motivation
  • Develop relationships with faculty and staff to help create an inclusive and supportive community
  • Examine their own interests and skills and identify how their programs be influenced by them
  • Learn how the development of the MSOE Mindset and growth mindset can impact their learning experience
  • Engage actively with university resources to continue the development of the MSOE Mindset
  • Connect with resources offered by the university which indirectly impact their academics and program such as Career Services, Financial Aid, and the Wellness Center
  • Present to the class on their assigned group topics
  • Write a final reflection and participate in a small group discussion regarding their own development throughout their first two terms at MSOE

Coordinator
Dan Meiser



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