What Is Distance Learning
Distance learning courses are non-traditional forms of instruction. Distance Learning courses offer Richland College students an opportunity to earn college credit by participating in courses using delivery modes such as an Online, Hybrid, and Web Enhanced forms of study.
Online:
Online-All content delivered through computers and multimedia. These courses use eCampus and may include CD’s and audio/video streaming. No on-campus testing or activities are required; however, off-campus proctored exams may be required.
Online Partial:
Most of the content delivered through computers and multimedia. These courses use eCampus and may include CD’s and audio/video streaming. On-campus testing, orientation, and/or other activities may be required.
Online/Classroom:
Content delivered through an even distribution (50%-50%) of online and classroom activities. These courses use components of computer instruction, multimedia activities, and classroom time. On-Campus classroom time is required.
Video-Based:
Content delivered through a local cable channel, CD, DVD, MP4 system, or VHS cassette. On-campus testing or activities may be required. Content is not delivered through computer Internet activities, but instructor may provide some communications, syllabus, orientation, and test review by email.
Web-e (enhanced):
Most of the content delivered in a classroom, but may include various forms of technology, including but not limited to eCampus, Internet, etc. On-campus courses with Internet enhancement.