Online Student Orientation

First-time online students are encouraged to complete the General Online Orientation. All students should verify if they are required to attend an Instructor-led orientation.

 

General Online Orientation

Instructor-led Orientation (for select courses)

 

General Online Orientation

What will be covered in the General Online Orientation?

 

The General Online Orientation will cover information needed for you to be successful in your online course.


The online classroom is different from the traditional classroom and it is important for you to understand how to succeed in this new environment. The General Online Orientation will lay the foundation for your success as an eLearning student by explaining:

  • How to be a successful online student
  • What your Instructor will expect from you
  • How to navigate the online Classroom (Blackboard)
  • How to use the online library services
  • Campus resources available to you as an online student

 

Click Here to Access the General Online Orientation

 



Instructor-led Orientation (for select online courses)

On-campus:

Summer 2010

Wednesday, May 26, 2010

5:00pm - 8:00pm


Scroll down for times and locations

 

 

What will be covered in the Instructor-led Orientation?

 

The Instructor-led Orientation is conducted by the instructor of your online course. Note: Not all instructors will conduct an orientation session. See the schedule below to determine if your instructor will conduct an orientation session.

In the Instructor-Led Orientation, your instructor will cover information specific to the course and will answer any questions you have about the course. Examples of information covered in the Instructor Orientation include:


  • Syllabus Information
  • Course Expectations
  • Information about specific assignments covered in class
  • Special software, course materials and other requirements for the course
  • Setup of the online Course in Blackboard

 

When are the Instructor-led Orientation sessions?

 

All Instructor-Led Orientation sessions are held on-campus. If you are unable to attend your Instructor’s orientation session, you must contact your instructor immediately. See the schedule below for specific details about Instructor-Led Orientation Sessions. Note: Some courses do not require an Instructor Orientation so be sure to verify whether or not you need to attend. Check back often for updates.

 

Instructor-led Orientation Sessions
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