Expectations

The outline and structure of a course creates a set of common expectations for your work. At the same time, each individual instructor has a personal style and way of working with learners that is unique. Here, however, are some general considerations to emphasize:

  1. You must have basic computer skills and knowledge of basic computer operations.
  2. You must have bi-weekly access (at a minimum) to a computer and the Internet.
  3. You must be able to navigate Desire2Learn (D2L). Attend an orientation for help on this.
  4. Email your instructor before the start of the course to confirm registration.
  5. Notify your instructor or tech support when you are experiencing difficulty.
  6. Purchase books and necessary software (if needed) early. Classes start discussing material the first day of the course. It is very easy to fall behind if you don't have your text or other materials.
  7. Login to your online courses the first day of class to ensure you have access. Go to Accessing Courses for detailed instructions.
  8. Keep current in the class. Learners who fall behind are less likely to complete a course successfully. If something happens that is going to cause you to fall behind, contact your instructor immediately.
  9. Become familiar with college policies and procedures in your catalog and on the college Web site.
  10. Use your student email account (http://webmail.southeasttech.mnscu.edu:3000/). This form of communication links you with your instructor and is required for successful completion of your course(s). (If you do not use your email for 60 days, your account is closed. You will need to contact IT to regain access.)
  11. Complete a Proctor Form (if required by instructor) to take tests for your course or courses if you cannot take tests on campus. You will need to complete a form for each course requiring it. NOTE: Form has been designed for best display using Internet Explorer.
  12. Participate! "Attendance" is required. This may involve logging in several times per week, including reading, group discussions, assignments and exams. You MUST communicate with your instructor weekly. Not doing so will jeopardize your grade and financial aid.

Cheating and Plagiarism

Be 100% sure that any written ideas you present that are not yours are presented as the author's. Use the following format: idea, (author, year). If quoting the author, "quote," (author, year, p. #). Place the bibliography at the end of the paper. Refer to the APA Style Guide for assistance.

Discussion Etiquette

We are committed to open, frank, and insightful dialogue in all of its courses. Diversity has many manifestations, including diversity of thought, opinion, and values. We encourage all learners to be respectful of that diversity and to refrain from inappropriate commentary. Should such inappropriate comments occur, faculty will intervene as they monitor the dialogue in the courses. Faculty will request that inappropriate content be removed from the courseroom and will recommend disciplinary action. Learners as well as faculty should be guided by common sense and basic etiquette. The following are good guidelines to follow:

Confidentiality of Information Shared by Learners

The college does not guarantee the confidentiality of information shared by learners in the course environment. Therefore, learners should not share any confidential information from employers unless explicitly released for public use.

URLs

Please note that URLs change frequently; some of the addresses listed in your course materials may be changed or out of date. If you have questions about a specific entry, contact your instructor and she or he will attempt to locate an alternative URL.


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