What are the dates of the course?
This course is self-paced – you can enroll anytime, and complete the course materials any time before September 22, 2020.
I see that all the due dates are set in UTC. What is UTC?
All of the due dates and times are presented in UTC, which is Coordinated Universal Time, set equivalent to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). To convert the time in UTC to your time zone, please use a time zone converter, such as World Time Server.
How many hours a week will this course take?
Though it varies by person, this course should be on average 2-4 hours of work per week. This includes watching the lectures, completing the accompanying readings, completing the reflection exercises, and finishing the final exam.
How can I assess my learning?
This course contains chapter comprehension questions, a three-part "Reflection Journey" exercise, and a final exam.
VERIFIED LEARNERS: The final exam counts for 100% of your final grade. It consists of information from all of the lectures. You must pass with a 70% or above to receive your Verified Certificate.
Whether or not you are pursuing a certificate, you are encouraged to complete all of the assessments, as they are your opportunity to gauge how well you understand the material.
Visit the "Assessments and Grading" page for more information.
Am I eligible for a certificate?
In order to be eligible to purchase a Verified Certificate signed by the course partners, you will need a 70% average in the class. You can decide to purchase a Verified Certificate up to 10 days from the close of the course.
Is this course free?
Yes. There is no course fee associated with taking this course, and it is open to all. There is a fee, however, associated with the purchase of a Verified Certificate. EdX offers financial assistance to those who qualify. To apply for financial assistance to purchase a Verified Certificate, complete the edX Financial Assistance Application.
What resources will I need for this class?
A strong internet connection will be helpful, but we will try to ensure materials are available for slower bandwidths as well. The course is optimized to run on the most recent versions of most browsers, and Google Chrome and Safari have been shown to work the best with the platform. No other computer programs or books are necessary. All the readings will be provided as links.
What kind of background do I need for this course?
The course is open to all and is accessible to students without prior background in the topics.
Can I take this class for university credit?
No. While we encourage any professors to incorporate this material into their own courses, you cannot take this course on its own for university credit.
Who do I contact with questions?
For any further communication and questions about the course, email us at courses@sdgacademy.org. Since this email is used for multiple courses, please specify that you are inquiring about the “Ethics” course. For technical questions about the platform, please visit the edX Help Center.