B DuBois TILT Psychology Flipgrid Intro

PURPOSE : Why are we doing Flipgrid introductions in this course?

We strive to cultivate a meaningful sense of community and engagement in the class. By getting to know others via Flipgrid discussions, we can more comfortably ask questions, seek help, and feel a sense of connection in this course. Since we are using Flipgrid for future Deep-Dive Discussions, introductions also help us get comfortable with using Flipgrid.

How do I access Flipgrid?

We will be using Flipgrid for introductions and for critical thinking discussions in this course. Watch this brief video to learn more about how to get started with Flipgrid.

For more help getting started with Flipgrid, visit the Flipgrid Support topic, Getting Started: Students Links to an external site..

Carefully read the instructions for each Flipgrid discussion in this course before posting your work.

You may interact with Flipgrid for this class via a web browser or via the Flipgrid smartphone or tablet application. Most students report that things go smoothest when they post their Flipgrid videos and comments from a web browser.

What do I need to include in my introduction on Flipgrid?

To earn full credit for this required START HERE assignment, your introductions should include meaningful responses to all of these questions/tasks: 

• Your Name and Personal Pronouns:  What is your preferred name? What are your personal pronouns?
  
• Your Program*:  What is your program at UTK? What's your current status in the program and why did you choose this program?

*If you are undecided, share some of your possible program options and what factors you are considering as you think about programs. If you are not a UTK student, please share the college you attend and your program at that college.

• Your Career Goal: What job do you hope to land after you graduate? Where do you hope that job ultimately takes you and why?
• This Class: Why are you taking this class and what do you most hope to learn? How is this class relevant to your career goals? What prior education, work, and life experiences do you have that might benefit you (and other learners) in this class and why?
• Unique You: What are some things about you that you are proud of? For example, what are your strengths, talents, or special accomplishments and achievements so far.

✮ How can I earn extra credit with my introduction on Flipgrid?

You may also earn extra credit by responding to one or both of these tasks:

• Show & Tell: Show us your pet(s), kid(s), close friends & family, and/or cool stuff.
  
• A Challenge: Go outside or someplace special and record your introduction. Make it interesting. Have some fun introducing yourself to everyone.
  

To help you do your best and not miss any required elements, view this Say Hello via Flipgrid guide Links to an external site. to outline and organize your thoughts before you record your Flipgrid video introduction.

Ready to Post Your Introduction?

Visit https://flipgrid.com/850bdb1f Links to an external site. to go directly to the introductions grid via a web browser. Then, log in via Gmail or Microsoft using your .edu email address. If you are using the Flipgrid smartphone or tablet app, download the free app, login, and then enter Flipgrid code 850bdb1f.

Dr. Bob will demonstrate how to post a video introduction using Flipgrid on the web during our start-of-course Zoom conference on .

CRITERIA: How will my introduction be graded?

Your introduction on the Say Hello via Flipgrid introductions will be evaluated using the Canvas rubric posted with this assignment. Review the rubric carefully before beginning this assignment.

Good news! You can retry your initial introduction as many times as you want before you share. Do your best and have fun with this first Flipgrid.

Post Own Introduction on Flipgrid by

Most of the documents in this course are posted on Canvas in Adobe portable file document (PDF) format so you can view and print them as intended. To read PDF documents, go to http://get.adobe.com/reader Links to an external site. and download the Acrobat Reader software to your computer. 

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