Close the distance on "online learning"
Plan to attend one of our FREE sessions and learn how to navigate in your Virtual Classroom.
Students must register to attend this free, Interactive Workshop.
- Navigate the OntarioLearn eportal site
- Familiarize yourself with your course material and desktop
- Quick tips for: submitting assignments,posting discussions, interacting with your instructor and classmates, sending an email
- Personalized instruction in a classroom setting here on campus to assist you with "getting comfortable" in your online environment
- Learn about "How Not to Miss the Important Stuff" in your course!
Available sessions are:
Saturday, September 11 - 9:00 a.m.
Wednesday, September 15 - 6:30 p.m.
To reserve a spot, please click on the link below:
Online Learning Student Orientation
Fall 2010
Please note: We will be sending e-mails to students with instructions on how to start their course or, you may click on the "Getting Started" link to obtain this information.
Welcome to the "Virtual Classroom"
Students who are interested in maximum flexibility with respect to time and place may want to consider Online delivery. Join the many who are experiencing "online learning" and participate in a class without leaving your home or office. Update your skills, discover a new talent or chart a career path at your convenience - work within your own schedule. Our virtual classrooms are open 24 hours a day, and you can access them from the comfort of your own home.
How Does Online Learning Work?
Online courses are offered through a consortium of 22 Ontario Colleges called OntarioLearn. Online learning is facilitated by an instructor who is available to answer questions, encourage discussion on course topics and provide feedback. Courses are delivered via a variety of software platforms. The online system serves as a virtual classroom that students may attend any time that suits them. Here, they are able to receive/submit assignments, post questions and interact with the instructor and fellow classmates for group work or general instruction through conference based chats or discussions.
What Do I Need?
Computer:
You will need regular access to a computer with an Internet connection and Web access for the duration of your course. A Macintosh or PC system with at least a Pentium II 400 MHz/ G3 processor is required as is a reasonably up-to-date Operating System such as Windows 2000 (or above) or Mac OS 9x, and 128 MB of RAM.
Internet Access:
Students must access and use their own internet account to connect to their on-line courses. An internet account with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) providing SLIP/PPP connections is required (freenet accounts will not work).
High speed is recommended for the ideal learning experience. However, for the patient learner, a 56k Dial Up connection will work. Cable or DLS connections will also work.
Web Browser:
A graphical browser such as Internet Explorer (version 6.0 or better), or Firefox is required. In some instances, it may be necessary for some users to upgrade their web browser programs. Technical assistance is available.
Email:
Depending on the platform system being used, you may be assigned an email account that is accessed within your course or you may be required to use your personal email account.
Software:
Most courses require word processing software. Individual courses may have additional technical and/or software requirements.Please note that some of this additional software may not be compatible with a MAC.
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