eLearning Student Handbook
Chapter 2: Student Responsibilities
Taking eLearning courses can be difficult as they require the same commitment of time, study, and effort as face-to-face courses. Success in one of these courses can depend on the personal learning style of the student. Not all students are well suited for online learning; therefore, it is important for students to assess their own styles and characteristics before enrolling in these courses.
P.E.T Learning Styles Solution Overview
P.E.T Learning Styles Solution is an easy to use Web-based
teaching and learning style assessment and management tool
based on the work of Carl Jung and the research of Dr.
Patricia Cranton and Dr. Robert Knoop. The P.E.T Learning
Styles Solution correlates personality preferences with
learning styles, teaching styles, conflict resolution,
leadership, management, problem solving, stress and teamwork.
This innovative new Learning Styles Solution is one
of the most powerful ways for education professionals to
assess, manage and understand differences among students and
their unique learning styles.
This program was obtained through SCF's Title III Grant, "Access to Success". For more information on this and other programs, see the SCF Student Success Resources Website.
This program was obtained through SCF's Title III Grant, "Access to Success". For more information on this and other programs, see the SCF Student Success Resources Website.
1) eLearning students need to assess their learning style by
completing the
Personal
Empowerment Through Type (P.E.T.)
assessment. This can help determine learning style as
well as whether an online course would fit your
lifestyle and needs . [On the login
page, Login Name is the SCF ID number beginning with an upper
case "G," and Password is the word STUDENT].
2) Complete the SCF eLearning
Self-Assessment. This test will give you important
feedback that will let you know whether you are
"prepared" to take an eLearning course.
3) Determine if the computer that you are using meets
the minimum hardware and software system requirements:
- Note: Computers are available on campus but the availability of those computers may not meet an individual student's needs.
- Students may be required to have access to particular software used in a course.
4) Have both reliable access to the Internet and an email
address that will be maintained for the duration of the
course. While not required, a high-speed connection (cable or
DSL) is recommended. Email accounts must be able to
accommodate file attachments. Use of the SCF email account is
recommended.
5) Have a back-up plan for technical emergencies (examples:
hard drive crashes, loss of Internet connectivity, other
computer malfunctions).
6) Email instructor prior to the first date of classes.
7) Attend all required orientations and/or scheduled
on-campus meetings.
8) Access and become familiar with the course web site prior
to the first date of classes.
9) Keep in contact with the instructor.
10) Complete and submit all course work by the scheduled
deadlines.
11) Adhere to statements regarding student misconduct
outlined in official SCF publications including the Catalog
and the Student handbook.
12) Regularly check course Website for updates and messages.
13) Keep the college and instructor apprised of all changes
(name, address, e-mail, etc.).
14) Arrange personal schedules to accommodate on-site
experiences.
15) Contact the SCF Disability Resource Center to determine
any needed accomodations if you have a disability.
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RECOMMENDED Reading:
The Successful Distance Learning Studentby Wahlstrom, Williams, & Shea |
Competencies
Many eLearning classes require that students have
basic computer and Internet knowledge. Students must
be able to demonstrate those skills to successfully
complete a elearning course. To assist our students
with these basic requirements SCF has provided a list
of competency skills below that students should have
before they enroll in a eLearning
class.
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Computer
Skills |
Setting up to Troubleshoot
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Word Processing
Skills
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Internet
Skills |
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Start up and shut down computer system
Identify and use icons, menus, and windows
Begin an application
and create a document
Name, save, find, print and revise documents
Understand printing options
Insert / eject disks
Format disks
Copy documents from hard drive to disk and reverse
Create, name, and rename folders
Open, save, and place documents in folders
Open and work with multiple applications
simultaneously
Back up files
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Protect and care for disks
Prepare back-up copies of key applications and
documents
Utilize self-help resources to correct hardware and
printing difficulties
Install and upgrade applications and plug-ins
Keep proper operating environment for equipment
Protect computer from computer viruses
Get technical assistance and resources from your ISP
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Enter, edit, copy, and move text
Copy and move block of text information
Change document formats and style: layout, margins,
spacing, fonts, indents and tabs
Correct spelling, grammar, punctuation, and word
usage
Insert headers and footers, page numbers, breaks, and
lines
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Connect to the Internet
Understand and use email: compose, edit, revise,
send, read, respond, forward, attach files, open or
save an attached file
Conduct an internet search using a search engine
Access and utilize information and resources on the
Internet
Obtain an account
for an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or access to the Internet
Connect a modem and telephone line or cable line (if
ISP available) for internet access
Install and configure telecommunications software
Create and use email addresses for electronic mail
Bookmark web sites
Print web pages
Participate in exchanges on a bulletin board and chat
room
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