1. 在线学习简介
在线学生准备教程
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Introduction
Congratulations, you have made an informed decision to participate in online classes. 我们想要 欢迎大家 who are interested in taking an online class at Los Angeles Valley College.
Each lesson in this series includes a variety of instructional aids, 活动, and resources that will help prepare you as a successful online learner.
In our first module, you will be introduced to the world of online learning.
我们将向您展示:
- 网络环境是如何运作的
- 在线课堂与传统课堂的区别. 传统的教室
- The difference between an online course and a hybrid course
- 每种类型的优点和局限性
- 找到合适的在线课程的艺术
- The importance of earning online credit from an accredited institution
什么是在线学习?
In general, online learning refers to any form of learning that takes place 透过互联网. Whether you are a part-time or full-time student, online learning can fit into your lifestyle.
Online learning has changed the face of learning over the last several years as it offers people of all 年龄s, 文化, 并提供参加在线课程的机会. 洛杉矶山谷学院(LAVC) offers a number of online courses in every discipline to fulfill the demands of today’s students of the Greater Los Angeles County and beyond.
在线vs课堂
在洛杉矶山谷学院, exactly the same content is taught in online courses as in the traditional courses that meet on campus. 所有在线课程均由LAVC教师开发.
In 传统的教室, students are required to attend their classes in- person. They learn by listening, reading, writing and doing other 活动 designed for the course. Online courses are different because students are not in the same location as their instructor or other classmates.
他们通过阅读和自己的工作来获取信息. In fact, you might never meet your instructor from an online course or see your classmates in person. 然而, there are some professors who do require students to attend an orientation session or take exams on campus.
它是如何工作的??
In an online course, your instruction is delivered over the internet rather than in-person. 在线学生登录到学习管理系统, 或LMS, a virtual portal where students can view their online class materials. 事实上，你可以把它想象成一个虚拟教室. The current LMS used at Los Angeles Valley College is called Canvas.
与 Canvas，你的教练会:
- 张贴所有的课程资料
- 进行在线讨论或其他活动
- 收到你的作业
- 张贴你的成绩
Additionally, it is where your instructor will expect you to:
- 阅读所有张贴在那里的课程材料
- 参与活动
- 提交作业
访问 Canvas is easy, you can log in using any internet capable device: a computer, tablet, even your smart phone! This means that you will be able to "go to class" whenever and wherever you'd like, 只要你能上网.
在线学习适合你吗?
Every student should ask themselves this question when considering taking an online course. 虽然你的课程名称可能是一样的, there are many differences in the structure and requirements of an online course. In online classes, your virtual classroom becomes an active learning environment. 你必须靠自己的努力来获取信息. You are required to take part in your class by interacting and participating in course material and delivery.
Students who are most successful in online courses are those who are self-motivated, self-disciplined (able to make and stick to a study schedule), 并且他们有良好的技术技能.
一旦你上了在线课程, 我们建议你参加一个在线教程, available on the Virtual Valley Student 资源 web p年龄.
What is the Difference Between an Online Course and a Hybrid Course?
混合课程 将在线学习与面对面课程相结合 sessions on campus with your professor and your classmates. 校园会议定期举行. 然而, you do spend less time in the actual classroom than you would in a regular class.
寻找在线课程
If you are not already a student at Los Angeles Valley College, 或者去年没有参加过, 你需要填写一份申请表. 你可以在网上申请，也可以到学校亲自申请 招生办公室. You will be given a registration appointment and information about assessment and counseling if necessary.
LAVC 学术顾问和辅导员 are available to help with your decision in course selection and registration.
在线课程选择的艺术
The following are important questions when making your decision regarding an online course:
- 这堂课是什么样的?
- 教练是什么样的人?
- 提供什么类型的支持?
- 使用什么类型的课程/学习管理系统?
- 你对我的期望是什么?
- 什么是认证状态?
大学认证地位的重要性
Los Angeles Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges (ACCJC).
Online courses offered through accredited universities and college ensure that they meet high standards of quality. 更重要的是, courses taken from accredited colleges and university are transferable to other accredited colleges.
为了获得认可, the school is evaluated based on criteria such as curricula, 教师, 课程, 设施, 金融资源, 支持服务. 认证 in the United States is provided by federal and state 年龄ncies as well as non-governmental bodies approved by the U.S. 教育部.
Summary
You have been introduced to some of the basics of online learning. 我们已经讨论了在线学习是如何工作的, 它与传统学习的不同, 以及如何找到并注册在线课程. Please continue reading as you move forward in your quest for online success.
帮助链接
Canvas登录说明
- 在浏览器中，进入 http://mycollege.laccd.edu
- 登录ID/UserID: Your 9-digit student ID number (example: 881234567 or 900123456)
- Password: Same as your SIS password (where you registered for the class). 给我.