7.3 - What is a Transcript? (1 hour)

What is a Transcript?

Purpose

The purpose of this activity is to learn about transcripts and grades.

Objectives

In this activity, you will learn the following skills & knowledge:

• Learn the difference between an official & unofficial transcript
• Understand the SVC grading procedure

Outcome

After completing this course, you will be able to:

• Become familiar with the United States higher education system, including terminology and institutional norms

Directions

1. Read and study about grades and transcripts below.
2. Click on Take the Quiz below.
3. Type answers to the questions in complete sentences in the text box below each question.
4. For questions #1 - 4 & 11, view the SVC Grading Procedure Chart below.
5. For questions #5 - 6, read about Transcripts below.
6. For questions #7 - 10, view the Transcript Example below.
7. When you have answered all of the questions, click Submit Quiz.

Grades:

SVC Grading Procedure Chart

Transcripts:

A transcript is an official record of a student's completed courses, grades, Grade Point Average (GPA), and degrees awarded. All college students have a transcript. There are two types of transcripts: unofficial transcripts and official transcripts. Unofficial transcripts are usually free and accessible on the college's website. Official transcripts are official documents sent directly from a college's registrar to potential colleges, employers, or to the student. There is a small fee to obtain official transcripts.

Example Transcript

Click: Transcript Example.docx

Criteria

This activity is worth 11 points. Each question is worth 1 point. To receive full points, you should:

• Answer the questions on topic and in complete sentences.