Title: Week 0
Course: Introduction to Database Management Systems

Module Prelude

The aim of the week is to introduce you to the database module, give room for self-introduction, and lay the ground for the next 14 weeks of the module.

Learning Outcomes

At the end of the week, you will be able to:
1. Understood what is offered in the module
2. Introduce yourself in the ‘tea room’ discussion forum
3. Review your peers’ work professionally and courteously
4. Complete the tasks outlined in e-tivities 0.1 and 0.2 based on reflections from the readings.

Over to you
This section involves you (the learner) looking through the learning resources provided and thereafter, working on the e-tivities to demonstrate whether you understood and internalized the content in the reading materials and video.

E-TIVITIES

E-Tivity 0.1

This is the very first e-tivity you will work on. The aim of this e-tivity is to introduce yourself to your instructor and fellow students. You will have lots of group activities within the course and this is the very start as it will be the basis of forming relationships now and throughout the course.

Task 1
The first task is to write a brief biography (bio) that will introduce you to the other students. It will also be a way for you to express how you anticipate the unit “introduction to databases” to benefit you once you are done with the class. Finally ensure to list some of your strengths, especially as a student.

Task 2
Once you finish writing, you will post your bio within the forum. You will read what the other students have posted, and comment on their bios, suggesting how you might work together to exploit your strengths for each other’s benefit.

Post due by Friday 23:59
Responses due by Sunday 23:59
Estimated study time: 1 hour

E-Tivity 0.2

The purpose of this e-tivity is to assess the understanding of the unit overview regarding your aspirations and goals.

Task
First, read the Course Plan provided. After which watch the video that directs you on how to use eNaz. Once you complete, attempt the quiz found in week 0 aimed at checking your understanding of the course plan.

Due date: Sunday 23:59
Estimated study time: 30 Minutes

E-Tivity 0.3

The purpose of this e-tivity is to help you prepare an e-portfolio folder where you will be keeping all your course artefacts.

Task
Watch the video on how to create and share a Google drive folder. After which create a folder named “Databases e-portfolio - studentID” e.g. Databases e-portfolio – SID001005”. Share the folder with your instructor using the email address provided in the instructor’s profile. Set the instructor as a viewer for the folder.

Due date: Sunday 23:59
Estimated study time: 30 Minutes

ASSESSMENT