January 4th, 2016 by pio@shoreline.edu
If you are new to online courses or just need a Canvas refresher, please join us for an orientation in Room 1308 from 1-2 p.m on Mon., Jan. 4.
If you cannot attend this one, we will be having another one on Thurs., Jan. 14 from 2-3 p.m. in Room 1308. You can also view a video version of the orientation here.
Posted in Announcements, Events, Free, Services for Students, Workshops Tagged with: elearning, online learning, virtual campus
December 30th, 2015 by pio@shoreline.edu
If you are new to online courses or just need a Canvas refresher, please join us for an orientation in Room 1308 from 1-2 p.m on Mon., Jan. 4.
If you cannot attend this one, we will be having another one on Thurs., Jan. 14 from 2-3 p.m. in Room 1308. You can also view a video version of the orientation here.
Posted in Announcements, Events, Free, Services for Students, Workshops Tagged with: elearning, online learning, virtual campus
November 11th, 2015 by pio@shoreline.edu
National Distance Learning Week is an annual effort to generate greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning, sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association. Shoreline Community College is celebrating by posting a daily announcement that highlights an aspect of our eLearning program. Today, we highlight new information sessions for online students.
eLearning Services is now offering Experience the Virtual Campus – Information Sessions to students who are thinking about pursuing a fully online degree or certificate. Students will come away understanding what it would be like to be a fully online student and how Shoreline will support them in achieving their educational goals. Sessions are offered on most Tuesdays from 12 noon to 1 p.m. Current and prospective online students can sign up and participate live via web conferencing here.
For more information, please contact eLearning Services by clicking here, sending an email to eLearning@shoreine.edu, or calling us at (206) 546-6966.
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November 8th, 2015 by pio@shoreline.edu
National Distance Learning Week is an annual effort to generate greater awareness and appreciation for distance learning, sponsored by the United States Distance Learning Association. Shoreline Community College is celebrating by posting a daily announcement that highlights an aspect of our eLearning program. Today, we celebrate our online students by presenting a profile of one student’s experience in online classes.
Featured Student: Laura Humiston, in the Clean Energy Technology Program
According to our most recent annual online student satisfaction survey, most online students (55%) take online classes because of the schedule flexibility. Online learning allows them to balance their studies with other obligations such as work and family. We asked featured student, Laura Humiston, why she likes online classes and she said: “I very much like the flexibility that comes with online classes. I can do my class work at anytime and anywhere. That is really important to me.” She answered a few other questions:
What advice would you give a student who is considering enrolling in an online class?
As for advice, I would say that just because your classes are online, does not mean that you shouldn’t personally interact with your Instructor. Take advantage of office hours, coffee hours, SKYPE sessions, etc.
What skills do you consider to be essential for success as an online learner?
Personal organizational skills and attention to detail are definitely keys to success. You have to organize your time and pay attention to all the details your Instructor provides regarding what is due, when, and how things need to be submitted.
Do you have any tips for online student success?
As for a tip, I would say, don’t be afraid to ask questions. Take advantage of your Instructor’s office hours, e-mail them, or see if they can set-up a time to SKYPE with you. Addressing your questions can significantly help in your understanding of class materials which will improve your grade. Keep in mind, in order to do this, you need to start your assignments early enough to allow the time to ask questions and get a response.
What challenges, if any, did you experience when you first enrolled in an online class
When I first started online classes, I had to learn Canvas. That was very intimidating, but I found the Canvas technical support to be very helpful. So, I eventually figured it out. Also, I had to figure out where each Instructor put their materials like assignments, discussions, videos, and announcements; not to mention where to submit the assignments. Each Instructor uses Canvas differently. I am still anxious that I will miss something important.
There are many benefits to taking classes online; what advantages do you see as the most significant?
The most significant advantage I see for online classes is that it opens up education to so many more people. This is great for them and great for the other students as well. I have taken some classes with people from all over the world. That is just amazing to me and it was a real benefit having such diverse perspectives contributing in the online discussions.
We congratulate Laura on her successes in advancing her educational goals using online classes. If you would like to learn more about the online options for advancing your educational goals, please contact eLearning Services by clicking here, sending an email to eLearning@shoreine.edu, or calling us at (206) 546-6966.
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November 4th, 2015 by pio@shoreline.edu
Interested in pursuing your Washington State University bachelor’s degree online? Join Erica Vieira, our WSU Global Campus Admissions Counselor, in an online info session this Thurs., Nov. 5 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. and learn more about:
- Degrees offered online through WSU
- The WSU application process and how to apply as a transfer student
To RSVP for this event, please e-mail jlee@shoreline.edu. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with a website link to enter the online session.
Posted in Announcements, Workshops Tagged with: online learning, wsu
