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General Introduction to eCampus and University of Phoenix Resources 3
New Student Orientation 3
eCampus Resources 3
Library: 3
Course-Specific Library Resources 3
· Center for Writing Excellence: 3
· Live Labs: 3
o Writing 3
o Math 3
· Useful Links 4
o APA Information 4
o Brochure Builder Tool 4
o Career Guidance 4
o Center for Writing Excellence 4
o Finding Quality Sources 4
o Grammar and Writing Guides 4
o Office 365 (free) 4
o Plagiarism Checker (in the Center for Writing Excellence) 4
o Purdue Online Writing LAB (OWL) 4
o Reference and Citation Generator 4
o Riverpoint Writer 4
o Student Resources Guide 4
o Tech Support 4
o UOPX Mobile App 4
o Workshops Sign-Up 4
o Writing and Style Guidelines 4
Life Resource Center 4
Tutorials and Guides (in the Center for Writing Excellence) 5
· Writing & Style Guidelines 5
o Writing & Style Guidelines (APA) 5
o Associate Level Writing Style Handbook 5
o Building Writing Confidence 5
· APA Information 5
o APA Sample Paper: Undergraduate and Master’s 5
o APA Paper Template: 100-299 course level 5
o Reference and Citation Generator 5
o Riverpoint Writer 5
o Reference and Citation Examples 5
o APA Games 5
o APA Style Blog 5
o Formatting Tables and Figures 5
· Samples 5
o Annotated Bibliography 5
o Sample Summary 5
o Sample Outline 5
o Business Writing 5
o Sample Business Memo 5
o Sample Proposal 5
o Sample Abstract 5
o Sample PowerPoint 5
· Software Tutorials and Guides 5
o Formatting Tutorial for APA 5
o Microsoft Word Video Tutorials 5
o Microsoft PowerPoint Video Tutorials 5
· Avoiding Plagiarism 5
o Plagiarism Tutorial 5
o Student Code of Academic Integrity 5
o Perils of Plagiarism Video 5
o Plagiarism Guide 5
o Paraphrase Practice 5
o Plagiarism Checker Student Guide 5
· Thesis Statement Development 5
o Thesis Generator 5
o Thesis Statement Tutorial 5
· Essay Development 5
o Writing Videos in the Media Library 5
o Guidelines for writing Academic Essays 5
· Grammar Tutorials 5
o Grammar and Writing Guides 5
o Writing Wizards 6
o Common English Errors 6
o Grammar Girl Podcasts: Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing 6
PhoenixConnect – Writing Help Community 6
· PhoenixConnext Tutorials – Guidelines & Tips: 6
o Introduction to PhoenixConnect Tutorial 6
Plagiarism Videos 6
· "Accidental Was Not an Excuse" 6
· "Plagiarism Cost Me Dearly" 6
· "Preparation is Protection" 6
· “Perils of Plagiarism” (self-plagiarism) 7
· Citing Your Sources 7
Miscellaneous Videos 7
· “How to Get the Most from Textbooks” – Films on Demand 7
· “Reading Strategies” – Films on Demand 7
Miscellaneous Workshops 7
· Evaluating and Organizing Research 7
· Finding and Evaluating Internet Resources 7
· Getting Started With Research 7
· Storyline - Reading Strategy 7
General Writing Resources 7
eBook Resources 7
· The Curious Researcher. A Guide to Writing Research Papers, 7e 7
· Building Better Grammar, 1e 7
Note: It is possible that links change prior to this document being updated. If a link provided does not work, login to eCampus and use the search bar to locate the appropriate link. If you cannot find the link, reach out to your Academic Counselor for assistance.
General Introduction to eCampus and University of Phoenix Resources
New Student Orientation
This self-paced orientation prepares students for success in University of Phoenix programs. Students practice navigating the online classroom, explore university resources available to support student success, and become familiar with the university mission and learning goals, including the role of collaboration in the learning model.
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/MyWorkshops
eCampus Resources
This workshop provides a basic overview of resources, which supports a community of academic excellence. This workshop promotes an extension of practical and experiential academic resources beyond the classroom. Students will review networking and online support tools necessary for academic excellence: Life Resource Center, Alumni Association, National Testing Programs, and PhoenixConnect.
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/MyWorkshops
Library: https://portal.phoenix.edu/library.html
Course-Specific Library Resources
GEN/201: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582267
PSY/110: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582266
ENG/100: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582270
ENG/200: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582271
FP/100: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582268
HUM/115: http://phoenix.libguides.com/c.php?g=582272
· Center for Writing Excellence:
https://portal.phoenix.edu/CWE/cwe-home.html
o Submit and Review a Paper for Plagiarism
o WritePoint® Powered by Grammarly®
o Writing Help on PhoenixConnect
o Tutorials and Guides
· Live Labs:
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/AO/live-labs/index.html
These live labs are like “real-time” interaction. You are able to ask questions and get immediate feedback. The meeting times require you to be in front of the computer on a specific day/time.
o Writing
§ Writing Resources
§ WritePoint® Lab
§ Write Right
§ Academic Honesty
§ Organizing Your Paper
§ Academic Writing
o Math
· Useful Links
o APA Information
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/classroom/ic/cwe/TutorialsAndGuides.aspx
o Brochure Builder Tool
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/Interaction/BrochureBuilder/brochurebuilder.html
o Career Guidance
https://careers.phoenix.edu/dashboard.html
o Center for Writing Excellence
https://portal.phoenix.edu/CWE/cwe-home.html
o Finding Quality Sources
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-53eba9c5357de946476a42de.html
o Grammar and Writing Guides
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/grammar/
o Office 365 (free)
http://onthehub.com/microsoft-office-for-university-of-phoenix-students-and-faculty
o Plagiarism Checker (in the Center for Writing Excellence)
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/classroom/ic/cwe/SubmitPaper.aspx
o Purdue Online Writing LAB (OWL)
https://owl.english.purdue.edu/owl/resource/560/01/.
This is a great resource for writing, in general. There are sections on writing a research paper, conducting research, etc.
o Reference and Citation Generator
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/cwe/citation_generator/
o Riverpoint Writer
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/CWE/riverpoint-writer/index.html
o Student Resources Guide
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/Materials/IP/studentresources/index.asp
o Tech Support
https://portal.phoenix.edu/social/community/support/help
o UOPX Mobile App
http://www.phoenix.edu/students/how-it-works/online-resources/university-of-phoenix-mobile-app.html
o Workshops Sign-Up
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/MyWorkshops
o Writing and Style Guidelines
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/secure/aapd/CWE/riverpoint-writer/index.html
Life Resource Center
http://www.powerflexweb.com/index.php?idDivision=25&nameDivision=Homepage&idModule=m9050&nameModule=Home
o 1-866-320-2817 – available 24/7
Tutorials and Guides (in the Center for Writing Excellence)
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/classroom/ic/cwe/TutorialsAndGuides.aspx
· Writing & Style Guidelines
o Writing & Style Guidelines (APA)
o Associate Level Writing Style Handbook
o Building Writing Confidence
· APA Information
o APA Sample Paper: Undergraduate and Master’s
o APA Paper Template: 100-299 course level
o Reference and Citation Generator
o Riverpoint Writer
o Reference and Citation Examples
o APA Games
o APA Style Blog
o Formatting Tables and Figures
· Samples
o Annotated Bibliography
o Sample Summary
o Sample Outline
o Business Writing
o Sample Business Memo
o Sample Proposal
o Sample Abstract
o Sample PowerPoint
· Software Tutorials and Guides
o Formatting Tutorial for APA
o Microsoft Word Video Tutorials
o Microsoft PowerPoint Video Tutorials
· Avoiding Plagiarism
o Plagiarism Tutorial
o Student Code of Academic Integrity
o Perils of Plagiarism Video
o Plagiarism Guide
o Paraphrase Practice
o Plagiarism Checker Student Guide
· Thesis Statement Development
o Thesis Generator
o Thesis Statement Tutorial
· Essay Development
o Writing Videos in the Media Library
o Guidelines for writing Academic Essays
· Grammar Tutorials
o Grammar and Writing Guides
o Writing Wizards
o Common English Errors
o Grammar Girl Podcasts: Quick and Dirty Tips for Better Writing
PhoenixConnect – Writing Help Community https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/Portal/Portal/Public/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fportal.phoenix.edu%2Fsocial%2Findex.jspa
· PhoenixConnext Tutorials – Guidelines & Tips:
https://portal.phoenix.edu/social/community/support/tips
o Introduction to PhoenixConnect Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a6add7d621158356362/renditions/56fc2d9929bbe1628f005c82/original_700.mp4
o Overview Page Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a71357de6ac49287f25/renditions/56fc2b9ec5379c01f9bfdbbc/original_700.mp4
o Communities & Groups Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a7a357de6ac49287f26/renditions/56fc2d8184798c30a4012692/original_700.mp4
o Start a Discussion Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a80357de6ac49287f27/renditions/56fc2b8d29bbe1628f005c6a/original_700.mp4
o Report Abuse Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a86357de6ac49287f28/renditions/56fc2b41a17d053325d51835/original_700.mp4
o Guidelines & Tips Tutorial
https://d3qlakwpo3n83o.cloudfront.net/content/public/02-VIDEO-56fc2a8c357de6ac49287f29/renditions/56fc2ba584798c30a4012682/original_700.mp4
Plagiarism Videos
· "Accidental Was Not an Excuse"
Asha discusses proper preparation for writing your paper, one that specifically notes procrastination as the downfall in this plagiarism case. (1:53 minutes)
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-57212797357de6ac49288986.html
· "Plagiarism Cost Me Dearly"
Duane discusses a marketing class and does not take his paper seriously. He mixed and matched various sources, but did not cite them or track what he was using in his work, which resulted in his lack of references. (1:59 minutes)
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-572124dedd7d621158375b4b.html
· "Preparation is Protection"
Kristen talks about her resource tracking method. She uses a notebook and keeps lots of notes to help her remember her research for her sources to help track the content used for her paper. She also uses an online citation application tool (CWE tools - Citation Generator and Riverpoint Writer). (1:25 minutes)
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-5721262e357de6ac49288985.html
· “Perils of Plagiarism” (self-plagiarism)
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-5613f864357dc702ed253293.html
· Citing Your Sources
https://portal.phoenix.edu/medialibrary/videodetails.02-VIDEO-53ebaa54357de946476a42df.html
Miscellaneous Videos
· “How to Get the Most from Textbooks” – Films on Demand
Log into Films on Demand and type in the search bar “How to Get the Most from Textbooks”
http://fod.infobase.com/p_ViewVideo.aspx?xtid=8067&loid=60529&tScript=0
· “Reading Strategies” – Films on Demand
Log into Films on Demand and type in the search bar “Reading Strategies”
http://fod.infobase.com/p_ViewVideo.aspx?xtid=8065&loid=42304&tScript=0
Miscellaneous Workshops
Login to the Workshops Sign-Up: https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/MyWorkshops
Click on “Search Workshops” on the left side of your screen. Search for the following workshops for further information and availability:
· Evaluating and Organizing Research
· Finding and Evaluating Internet Resources
· Getting Started With Research
· Storyline - Reading Strategy
General Writing Resources
eBook Resources
· The Curious Researcher. A Guide to Writing Research Papers, 7e
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/eBookLibrary2/content/TOC.aspx?assetid=75e76c95-07f9-4740-80f2-42a02fda6516&assetmetaid=39ed4bf7-c35e-4c9f-991f-619ec6bd68d3
o Note: Includes a guide to APA.
· Building Better Grammar, 1e
https://ecampus.phoenix.edu/content/eBookLibrary2/content/TOC.aspx?assetid=20524f67-61b7-4838-8876-b26b349287d5&assetmetaid=a9701d5e-86a2-4a01-994a-ebd2d5b3af5a
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