What is e-learning?

Learning that takes place when the instructor and student are not in the same geographic location. Taking an online course might enable you to earn college credit when you are unable to come to campus, providing more flexibility and convenience. There are two types of online courses:

Fully Online Courses

• all course requirements can be completed at a distance
• there are no on campus meetings--except for perhaps 1 meeting at the beginning
• may require proctored tests in a secured environment either at the college campus or at a suitable educational center (e.g., college, library)

Hybrid Courses

• majority of the course requirements can be completed at a distance
• courses may require on-campus meetings or labs

There is a misconception that online courses are independent study. While readings and assignments are typically completed asynchronously (anytime and anyplace), there are deadlines for assignments, and set times, dates, and pre-approved locations for proctored exams. In most cases, courses begin with the start of the semester or term and continue throughout the term.

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