Distance Learning
What are Distance
Learning Courses?
Telecourses are instructor-facilitated courses with course content delivered through the combination of audiovisual and print media (television, video, DVD, CD, textbooks and study guides). Students may be required to take proctored exams or on-campus assessments at a testing center. |
TeleWeb courses integrate telecourse delivery (TV, videos, DVDs, or CDs) with dynamic online activities, resources, and tools. Students view lessons through telecourse delivery and use the Internet to participate in class discussions and instructional activities. Students may be required to take proctored exams or on-campus assessments at a testing center.
Web-based (Online) courses are designed to bring campus-based classes to students' computers. The instructor provides information posted on a course Web site that guides the student through course content, prompts discussions, and helps students keep pace with assignments. Due dates for assignments, a logical learning pattern, and start/end dates that correspond with a semester create a classroom that is available at a convenient time and place. Students may be required to take proctored exams or on-campus assessments at a testing center.
Web-hybrid (Blended) courses blend on-campus instruction with web-based instruction. Students meet on campus according to the published schedule of classes then complete approximately half of the course instruction and/or activities online. Web-hybrid courses create flexible learning options while allowing students to meet face-to-face with instructors and other students.
Web-enhanced courses are instructional methods, such as lectures and cooperative education experiences that use certain WebCT tools, such as email and discussions.
