A n online course is a complete course that includes lectures, assignments, discussions, and tests available to students who have access to a computer with required hardware and software. Interaction with the instructor and other students is provided through the use of discussion forums and email. Students must subscribe to an Internet provider, have an email address, and be able to operate a browser such as Netscape or Internet Explorer in order to participate in these classes. Students don't have to be online at a certain time every day, but will be expected to log on to the course website at least four times per week, respond regularly to online discussions, and use the world-wide web as a research tool.
Some courses require additional materials.
Materials are available in the LCC Bookstore unless otherwise noted. Some online courses begin with required on-campus orientations. If your course does not have an on-campus orientation, follow any instructions given under the course listing, then log in to the course. All online credit courses can be accessed through this web page. All enrolled credit students must make contact with their instructor or log in to their course by the end of the first week of classes to avoid being dropped.