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ACADEMIC INFORMATION
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Certi cate
A certi cate is awarded after successful completion of 8-12 semester hour credits in a particular certi cate-granting program. Certi cate programs are designed for speci c skill development.
Minimum Course Work Requirements (Credit in Residence)
In order for an associate degree to be awarded, a minimum of 25 percent of required major courses in the degree program must be completed at Southwestern Community College. Certain diploma and certi cate programs require less credit to meet residency requirements. These programs will be determined on an individual basis by the Executive Vice President for Instruction and Student Services.
Multiple Degrees/Diplomas/Certi cates
A student may pursue multiple degrees, diplomas and certi cates concurrently or consecutively. Courses which apply appropriately to more than one degree, diploma or certi cate may be counted toward the completion of each credential, but the speci c requirements of each must be met.
E-LEARNING
E-learning is most commonly characterized as teaching and learning that takes place between students and teachers through the use of technology. Southwestern Commu-
nity College offers e-learning courses in several formats, including web-supported, hybrid, online and Interactive Television (ITV). Students’ tuition and fees, access to student support services, and academic credit is the same regardless of course location or mode of delivery. E-learning students are expected to adhere to the college’s rules and regulations. E-learning students are expected to be actively engaged in the learning environment and show partici- pation on a consistent basis in alignment with SCC’s attendance policy.
Successful learners are highly motivated, self-disciplined individuals, who are con- dent in their academic abilities, and e-learning students are no exception. They should have consistent access to the Internet. Students may access the Internet from their homes, from SCC computer labs on campus, or from local libraries or businesses. E-learn- ers should be comfortable with technologies such as email, word processing and brows- ers. While e-learning students are not expected to be computer experts, they should feel comfortable working with technology. Students needing to improve their computer skills should consider enrolling in an introductory computer course prior to selecting an online or hybrid course.
SCC students access their online courses and materials through the eCampus link on MySCC. This provides access to Moodle, the college LMS. Students are offered a number of opportunities to become familiar with the LMS. The college hosts hands-on training sessions at the Jackson and Macon campuses, during spring and fall semesters. In addition students have access to a self-paced online training course available in Moodle throughout their enrollment at SCC.
Online / Web-centered
• Instruction will be delivered exclusively online.
• Access to a computer with Internet connectivity is required for successful comple-
tion.
• Online / Web-centered courses do not require on-campus attendance.
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