Preparation Checklist for FLS101-601

(Complete prior to the first day of classes, January 9, 2008)

• Read the DELTA Information Sheet
• Read the FLS101i Information Sheet
• Prepare for the Introductory Meeting
  • Read through the course syllabus carefully and completely prior to attending (or viewing) the Introductory Meeting. (Note: There are only a few clickable links in the schedule section of the course syllabus page prior to the start of the semester; once classes begin, clickable links appear (and disappear) for the webcasts, projects, etc.)
  • Purchase your textbook package (see the course syllabus for textbook information)
  • Register with Quia for the workbook/listening comprehension exercises (see the course syllabus)
  • Test your browser's configuration with Wimba. You will need to allow pop-ups for the Wimba site, and you will need to have a microphone in order to complete your Wimba activities during the semester. If you do not have a microphone, consider this microphone from Target.
  • View the sample webcast (dial-up or broadband) to ensure that you will be able to watch the class webcast

• "Attend" the Introductory Meeting Information
• Date: Wednesday, January 9, 2008
  
• Time: 7:00-7:45 AM
  
• Location: LAU 214/216 (Language and Computer Labs/Bldg. #30). See the map.
  
  • Parking: Park in the Pay Lot underneath the Reynolds Coliseum Parking Deck (on the South side of the railroad tracks, south of the Riddick Stadium Parking Lot.)
    
• Agenda
  1. Review the course objectives (http://sa.ncsu.edu/fl/spanish/s101/)
  2. Review the course syllabus
  3. Receive grade pin numbers
  4. Select course partners
  5. Resolve technology issues where possible
  6. Answer any questions you might have
  7. Take the placement test as needed (this can also be taken prior to this meeting; see the FLTC site for days/hours.
• Archive - For those who are not able to attend in person, this introductory meeting will be archived and available for viewing as a webcast by Wednesday at 1 PM. Access the webcast by clicking on the number "1" for this day on the syllabus, and in the column that corresponds to your Internet connection (56k dial-up or 300k Broadband). The "1" will become clickable by Wednesday at 1 PM.