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Welcome
to Lanier Technical College's Online Learning Program
Technology
now makes it possible to overcome some of the barriers
to obtaining an education. Taking classes via the Internet
offers you, the student, a powerful tool to triumph
over some of those factors, such as time and geography
which would prevent you from attending classes offered
in a traditional format.
Imagine
being able to take the classes you want "anytime and
anywhere." That is the promise of online learning. If
you have a busy schedule, full of work and family responsibilities,
and, if you do not live close enough to regularly attend
class on one of our campuses, then our online learning
program may be for you.
One
note of caution must be given. The most successful online
students are those that are able to complete assignments
on schedule with little or no direct supervision. In
other words, self-discipline is required. Online classes
are not "independent study" classes. They require active
participation in the class, submitting assignments on
time, and taking exams in accordance with a pre-determined
calendar.
In
addition to being comfortable operating within a technology-based
educational environment, possessing basic computer literacy,
and being able to perform fundamental computer functions
in an efficient manner, online students will be required
to perform the following tasks:
- Accessing
and using the Internet
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Using an account name and password to logon to the
course site
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Sending and responding to e-mail
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Sending and receiving files electronically
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Participating in online discussion boards and chat
rooms
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Searching web sites as well as accessing required
Internet-based learning resources
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Applying basic troubleshooting techniques to “fix”
hardware and/or software problems as required
Naturally,
the online student must have access to an appropriately
configured computer with Internet access and the proper
software to ensure successful course completion.
We
invite you to experience the convenience and excitement
that comes from taking classes online at Lanier Technical
College.
To
learn more about online learning at Lanier Technical
College, contact:
Olson,
Angelia
GVTC Online Learning Coordinator
Office location: Room 107
Office hours: M-R 9am - 3:30pm
(770) 531-4515
aolson@laniertech.edu
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