COURSE FAQS
What are the dates of the course?
This course is self-paced – you can enroll anytime and complete the course materials any time before August 31, 2022.
Are there due dates for the assignments?
For self-paced courses, edX suggests due dates for assignments and exams as a way to help you stay on track. These due dates are suggestions to help you plan and pace your studies. You can submit assignments or exams any time up until the final end date of the course. Learn more about edX suggested due dates here.
If you see an assignment you have not completed is Past Due, or you see a message that you have missed a suggested deadline on the course homepage or Dates tab, you can shift your due dates. You can shift your due dates using the Shift due dates button on the course homepage or Dates tab. This will not affect any of the progress you have made in the course so far.
How long will this course take?
The course is comprised of 4 modules of content. Though it varies by person, completion of this course should require an average of 2-4 hours of work per module. This includes watching all of the video chapters, completing the accompanying readings and answering assessment questions.
How is the course graded?
Verified learners will be graded on the final exam. This exam counts for 100% of your final score.
Am I eligible for a Verified Certificate?
In order to be eligible for a Verified Certificate signed by Professor Sachs, you will need a 70% average in the class and to sign up for the "Verified" track. If you seeking a Verified Certificate, a fee will be charged. EdX offers financial assistance to those who qualify. To apply for financial assistance to purchase a Verified Certificate, complete the edX Financial Assistance Application.
How do I apply for financial aid assistance?
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. No other computer programs or books are required. All the readings will be provided online.
What kind of background do I need for this course?
The course is open to all and is accessible to students without prior background or experience in the topics. However the content within the course is dense and complex, structured at a higher level, so we expect most of our students to be at an advanced undergraduate or introductory Master's level.
Can I take this class for university credit?
No. While we encourage professors to incorporate this material into their own courses, you cannot take this course on its own for university credit.
Whom do I contact with questions?
If you have questions at any point throughout the course, you can get in touch with us in the following ways:
- Course content issues (questions about assessments and lectures) should be emailed directly to courses@sdgacademy.org, using the subject line "Globalization Course."
- edX Technical issues should be directed to the Student Support Team via the Help button at the top of your screen.