Distance learning faculty may require physical attendance for testing purpose if such is required to meet course goals and or objectives as determined by the instructors. Online testing is available to all instructors and learning lab testing facilities may be utilized by distance learning faculty and students by appointment. All students utilizing online testing capabilities must first complete and exam request form provided online. All full-time faculty at the College are evaluated in accordance with the BCC Performance Enhancement Program, which is designed to assist faculty in professional development and in the achievement of stated college goals. To assure the continued standards of the distance learning courses, students are asked to complete the Student Appraisal of Instruction for each telecourse section each term, and online students are asked to complete the Student Appraisal of Online Instruction for each section of each course taught.
Faculty receive results of the appraisal forms after grades are submitted.
Due to the unique environment in which online courses are delivered, certain duties of an online instructor are different from those of the telecourse or classroom instructor. Often they can be even more demanding and much more critical to the success of the online student. Developing course content that meets or exceeds the written course objectives and requirements. It is important that the distinction is made that online courses are not self or independent study, but a structured learning environment, where students are accountable to the same standard as in the campus classroom. Providing current and accurate web based information on assignments, grading, course materials and instructor contact information.