This process will be much simpler and much faster than last semester's approach. Summer 2001 online courses are in Session C and begin on Monday, June 4. Exceptions - The Brain and Behavior is in Session A and begins on Monday, June 4. Introduction To Human Biology is in Session B and begins on Monday, July 9. Online discussions, assignments, materials, and announcements move along at a rapid rate.
Most students find that online courses require a high level of personal organization.
In addition, most students find that online courses are at least as time consuming, perhaps even a bit more, than in-class courses. However, the advantages of self-scheduling and anytime anywhere availability of course materials outweigh these factors according to many online students. While older and slower computers will be able to get to the Blackboard server and will generally provide access to most online course materials, at least 500-600 MHz and 64 MB RAM will be required for advanced features like the Virtual Classroom. The most recent version of Microsoft's Internet Explorer is the recommended Browser. When working at home, most online students find that a 56K modem provides ample Internet access.