There are some ground rules that you should follow when participating in discussion boards. 

Read more at Ground Rules for Online Discussion.

St. Joseph’s University recognizes that adult learners, through their professional training and experience, attain knowledge and skills that may translate to college credit. Professional Studies students (with the exception of those in nursing) can participate in the Prior Experiential Learning Assessment Program (PELA) for an opportunity to write for credit by demonstrating college-level mastery applicable in the context of their degree program.

Read more at A Quick Guide to PELA.

Online student success begins with netiquette. These are the do’s and don’ts of online communication, covering common courtesy and student conduct expectations in the online classroom.

Read more at SJNY Online Netiquette.

As you know, writing is a huge component to online learning. On a weekly basis you are contributing to discussion boards, completing written assignments, and preparing essays.  Processing information in your own words, in a clear and concise written form, shows your understanding of the material you are learning online. Sometimes plagiarism is unintentional due to a lack of understanding. Unintentional or not, there are very serious consequences to academic dishonesty. 

Read more at How to Avoid Plagiarism. 

Applying for a Graduate Program? Congratulations on an impressive next step! You’re going to need a high-quality letter of recommendation that highlights your best academic achievements. 

Read more at How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation.