What is the difference
between Internet, CD-Rom, Telecourse, and Cable course?
Internet courses have a
syllabus to follow, quizzes are submitted online; students come in
for midterm and finals, or are proctored. For this course, the
final examination will be taken on-line. CD-Rom courses have
content delivered predominantly on CD-Rom. Telecourses are
broadcast on KOCE or Coastline’s cable channel. Students follow
the dates in the course handbook and turn the required work in by
the due date. Quizzes are submitted on Scantron, and students will
come in for midterms and finals. Cablecast courses are available
to local students who have a local cable connection. Videolessons
are aired on the Coastline cable channel only. Courses on cable TV
follow the same outline as telecourses.
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If I have problems getting
access to quizzes on-line, what do I do?
If you are experiencing
technical difficulties, please contact our Help Line at (714)
241-6304.
If that does not resolve your problem, call the Distance Learning
Office for assistance at 714 241 6216. Since quizzes are computer
scored, your instructor only receives the results. The Distance
Learning office can deal with your technical issues.
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I live really far away, do I
have to come in and take my midterm and final?
Students, who do not live in
the Los Angeles area, Orange County, or the surrounding area, may
submit a proctor agreement form by mail. This form is due in the
Distance Learning Department by the end of the second week for
16-week classes, and the end of the first week of the term for
8-week classes. The proctor must meet the criteria specified on
the form. The proctor will be mailed the exam(s) and administer it
to you. The Distance Learning office does not accept faxed copies
of this form.
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I can’t make it to my
midterm on the date that is scheduled in my handbook, what should
I do?
Alternate exam dates are
available. However, it is the student’s responsibility to contact
the Distance Learning office to schedule an appointment. There
will be a 10% penalty for any student completing a midterm or
final exam more than seven days after their regularly scheduled
exam date.
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How do I know what books to
buy and how will I get them if I am out of the area?
Students may purchase their
books online. The Coastline Community College Bookstore Web site
is:
http://www.coastlinebookstore.com You will find
information about what books and materials are required for your
course(s).
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I am taking an Internet
course. Am I still able to submit my quiz on a Scantron?
No, Internet classes are done
strictly on the Internet. The handbook/syllabus is online as well
as the quizzes. One advantage of an online course is that you
receive immediate feedback after submitting your quiz.
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If I submit my quiz online,
how will I know my score?
Students will usually receive
immediate results on quizzes, but there is a week to 10 day lag on
homework assignment scores. Please refer to the information
displayed on the screen after completing your quiz.
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I may need an early grade
report; can I get one with a Distance Learning course?
Yes, you can get an early
grade. You will need to finish course work early enabling your
instructor to issue the report. Please give your instructor ample
notice and keep in mind the instructor’s office hours.
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I work full-time and have
kids, how will the Distance Learning program work for me?
By taking classes via the
Internet, students can get the education they need with the
flexibility of working around their busy schedules. Keep in mind;
if you are a local student, you will be required to come into one
our centers twice per semester (for the midterm and final exam).
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I am registering late and
the class I want is closed. Am I able to petition the course?
Unfortunately no, there are
some classes that reach a maximum number of students allowed. You
may check to see if the class you want is offered as a second
eight-week course. However, in-person registration is open through
the first week of the class.
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How do I contact my
instructor?
Students may contact the
instructor through e-mail, voice mail and telephone during the
scheduled office hours. When leaving a message by voice mail, be
sure to state the nature of the question and the return telephone
number clearly. If you wish a telephone message to be returned, it
is essential that there be voice mail to record responses.
