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 |
CompetenciesMany 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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