- What is required to take an online course?
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- You will use a textbook and the computer.
- You will use the internet to log into your course.
- You will use WebCT software that EPCC uses to deliver online/Internet
courses.
- You will spend 9-12 hours per week per 3 credit class.
- With good time management you will stay on schedule
with assignments.
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- Are online classes popular?
- This graph shows the steady increase in students taking online classes
at EPCC over a five-year period.
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- How flexible are online classes?
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- Online/Internet courses are very flexible. Online/Internet classes
allow you to access your course at your convenience.
- You can travel and still access your course from appropriate internet
connections.
- Anytime, anywhere, any place!
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- How do I access my online course?
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- WebCT is the course delivery software.
- It has the tools to view the calendar, turn in assignments, take
tests, and participate in discussions online.
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- Where can I learn about using the tools in WebCT?
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- How do I turn in assignments?
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- You will use the assignment tool in WebCT (instructions are available
in the online tutorial).
- Submit assignments in Word compatible files (*.doc or *.rtf).
- Some courses may require additional software.
- Details are in course syllabus.
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- Most courses test online.
- There are courses that will require proctored testing
and to be taken at the Testing Centers on specific dates. Please
check your
course syllabus for more information.
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- Where do I get technical assistance?
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- Call the toll free online helpdesk, 24
hours a day, seven days a week, at 1-800-630-8849 for immediate
assistance for logging
into WebCT or accessing
your course.
- Technical help is also available at the Learning
Technology Support Center at http://lt.collegis.com where
you can leave an e-mail message.
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