This statement applies to all credit-bearing courses and programs offered through distance education by San Antonio College. This statement applies to new distance education offerings, as well as to existing offerings. Additionally, any department, faculty member, or group of faculty developing or offering distance education is expected to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools requirements, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board requirements, and college policies and procedures. Nothing in this statement of principles shall be construed to abridge the rights of students or faculty members as set forth in college or ACCD policy and procedure. Top Principles Curriculum And Instruction 1.
Distance education is an optional method of instructional delivery.
Faculty participation is voluntary. Nothing in this policy implies that distance education is a required or preferred mode of instruction. Distance education offerings are consistent with the mission of the college. Departments determine class sizes for distance education courses in a manner consistent with that practiced for traditional classes. However, Internet classes are, if at all possible, limited to 20 students the first time a faculty member teaches the course and thereafter maintained at a level of 20-25 students.