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Online Classes - Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I access the course?
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Once the quarter begins, you will have access to your course with the address and login information emailed to your MGTC student email account provided by the instructor for the course.
Online Courses for Fall Quarter begin September 30th.
If you haven't already set up your MGTC student email account, you can click here to find instructions on how to set it up.
- How do the Courses work?
- Click on a course link to enter that course. Once inside, you will see a menu that will allow you navigate around your course. Your online instructor can incorporate the use of a variety of helpful online tools, dependent upon which they feel is most appropriate for the particular class. The tools can include communication tools such as e-mail, blackboard messages, discussion boards, and virtual chat sessions. You could also be able to post questions and comments to your course's asynchronous threaded discussion forum. This type of forum allows you to hold virtual conversations with other classmates and your instructor, without having to be online at the same. You will also be able to post assignments through your course's web site and read lessons. You may have to visit other web sites and even participate in online labs! Finally, you will be able to take exams online and get feedback from your instructor through your course's grade book.
- How much work is there in a typical course?
- A typical course will involve 8-10 hours of work per week. This includes at least 5 hours of work online per week.
- How do I take tests?
- Tests are completed online in most cases. Once you are in your course, you will be able to look at the syllabus to find the method of testing used for your particular course. The tests can be multiple choice, short essay, or long essay in format. Tests may also be timed and graded automatically. Each course will be different in the type of tests required, with some courses not requiring tests at all. Once completed, your instructor may provide feedback on your test through the course's grade book.
