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PC 101 – W01 Lesson: Start Here

Overview​

This course (PC 101) is about building life skills for success. You are not alone — you have instructors, mentors, missionaries, and resources to help you. Success in this course depends heavily on communication, effort, and using available tools.

Step 1: Understand the Course​

Watch intro videos (welcome + course overview). Know that this course is designed to help you learn life skills, prepare for future coursework, and grow personally and spiritually.

Step 2: Know Where to Get Help​

Academic Help​

Instructor (primary support), Resource Center (math + writing help), Announcements and Inbox in Canvas.

Technical Help​

Friends/family (quick help), Mentor, Instructor (if course issues).

Other Help​

Missionaries (gatherings + support), BYU-Pathway Portal (registration, tuition, etc.).

Key idea: ask for help early and clearly.

Step 3: Communicate​

Communication is one of the most important skills for online learning. Check regularly: email, Canvas Inbox, BYU-Pathway Portal. When asking for help, be clear, be specific, and use available resources.

Step 4: Learn Canvas​

Main Tools​

Modules — where you complete work (go in order). Announcements — important updates. Grades — feedback + scores. Inbox — communication.

Always go through Modules, not shortcuts like calendar/to-do.

Step 5: Understand Weekly Structure​

Each week includes: Devotional (spiritual motivation), Lesson (life skills), Writing Prep (practice writing skills), Math Prep (practice math skills), Gathering (weekly group meeting), and Assessments (application activities and quizzes, math exams).

Assignments and Dates​

Due Date — when it must be submitted. Available From — when it opens. Until — when it closes.

Grades and Feedback​

Check all feedback areas: Grade (score), Rubric (how it was graded), Comments (instructor feedback), Annotations (notes on your work).

Student Honor Code​

Do your own work. Cite sources properly. Be honest and respectful.

Key Takeaways​

Communicate often. Use your resources. Stay organized in Canvas. Take responsibility for your learning. Ask for help when needed.

Gospel Connection​

God expects us to act and seek help, not struggle alone. "Ask, and it shall be given you; seek, and ye shall find" (Matthew 7:7). This reminds us that success in school and life comes from effort, faith, and reaching out for help.