Telecourses are a convenient and affordable way for self-motivated students with busy schedules, or separated from the college by a significant distance, to take college courses. To add to the flexibility, students can watch the courses when they are telecast, tape them, or obtain tapes of the classes.
Instructors communicate with students by phone, mail, and electronic mail.
Utilizing the telecourse schedule, students can complete most of an Associate of Arts degree or Associate af Science degree without traveling to one of MCC's campuses. Generally, telecourses require reading, written assignments, and exams in addition to viewing the televised course. The Fiber Optic system based in Ft. High school students and community members who qualify may take college credit classes at any one of these sites during fall and spring semesters. There are limited offerings during summer semesters.