Personal Perspective Paper - MBA 500
At the University of Phoenix (UOP), there is an array of learning tools and valuable resources to assist students in their completion of the Masters of Business Administration program. Some of the tools provided include rEsource, Learning Teams, and problem-based learning. Such tools provide students with an avenue to gain knowledge and techniques to be utilized outside the classroom and in real life situations.
The Value of rEsource
rEsource is UOP's online center that provides all coursework through the eCampus website. The MBA program, as well as many other programs offered by UOP, are designed and geared toward the working adult. In today's working environment, many companies conduct business electronically. Being able to access information and communicate via the web, i.e. e-mail, is an essential part of running and maintaining a successful business. UOP's rEsource takes those less experienced with the information highway and introduces and compels them to jump into the technological age.
There is no need to purchase traditional textbooks with rEsource. Readings can be viewed as an online document or downloaded and printed for easy reference and portability. rEsource not only provides the reading materials of the course, but also supplements, such as learning objectives and assessments to help tie and clarify the student's understanding of the material. With rEsource, students are able to view the big picture of the course or break it down week-by-week at their convenience. All the tools needed to succeed are available at one's fingertips.
The Value of Learning Teams
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