SNHU 101
This course is designed to help freshmen students develop effective skills and strategies in order to meet the challenging academic expectations at Southern New Hampshire University. Students will develop and refine academic skills such as critical, creative and analytical thinking. They will also learn about tools and methods of research and how to effectively communicate research in written documents. Students will learn to recognize and value excellence in academic work.
SNHU 101 Details
SNHU 101 serves as an introduction to college-level work. It is an academically rigorous course that helps prepare students for success at SNHU. Critical thinking is a significant competency and as such, is something that is woven throughout the course. Students are expected to read, understand and respond to complex textual material. This course provides a consistent message about the importance of written and verbal communication. Students will learn to recognize and value excellence in academic work.
A common textbook and summer reading book for all freshmen are:
- Macchiette and Roy (2004) Taking Sides. CT: McGraw-Hill
- Khaled Hosseini (2003) The Kite Runner, Bloomsbury
While all sections of SNHU101 have a common set of outcomes/competencies, the context for the delivery of these outcomes varies. Each section falls under specific schools/majors. Such as:
- School of Business
- School of Liberal Arts
- School of Education
- Justice Studies
- Culinary Institute
- Exploratory Studies (undeclared)
Some hallmarks of SNHU101 include problem-based discussions, group work/study and other forms of “active learning” promoted by each instructor along with the incorporation of appropriate educational technologies in support of teaching, learning and student research. Specific student deliverables would include, but are not limited to, essays, group case studies, exams and/or a term paper.
In addition, students will learn aspects of study skills (e.g., note taking, reading for comprehension, time management, test taking). These particular competencies will be supported and presented by the Student Affairs division.