Taking an Online Course: What to Expect

Taking an Online Course

What to Expect

Are you ready?

• Technology requirements

• Self-Motivation, Discipline, and Regulation

• Computer Skills

• Time Management

Poll

How many of you have at least 1 computer or laptop at home?

• I have 1 or more computers at home.

• I rely on the library or a friend for a computer.

• I have to share with someone else in my house.

• I have only my phone or maybe a tablet.

Multiple Select

What should you use to help you balance your time?

(Select all that apply)

• Planner

• Google or Outlook Calendar

• Paper Calendar

• An agenda app

Key Elements

• Accessing your online course

• Web conferencing

• Communication

Multiple Choice

What does LMS stand for?

• Lightweight Music Server

• Lightweight Modular Staging

• Learning Management System

• License Management Service

Multiple Choice

Which tool in the LMS would you use to submit an essay paper?

• Discussion Board

• Assignments

• Gradebook

• Quiz

Multiple Select

Which is an example of a web conferencing tool?

(Select all that apply)

• Teams

• Marco Polo

• Zoom

• Canvas Studio

Multiple Choice

When taking an online exam for your course, you may have to use an online proctoring service.

True or False: The proctoring service is an additional fee like buying a textbook.

• True

• False

Notes and Caution

• Searching and Using Resources

• Experience and Success

• Online vs. Face-to-Face classes

Multiple Choice

Which is an appropriate source to use for an assignment?

Summary

• Know and understand expectations 

• Know the variety of resources and tools you’ll need to work and communicate in an online class environment

•  Work with integrity, respect of your classmates, instructor, and yourself

Open Ended

Do you have any questions that you need answered?