Anisfield School of Business Web Development Certificate: Online Learning
Our Approach to Online Learning
Classes in this certificate program are delivered online via the Internet, which means you don't need to come to campus to earn your certificate: You can study from anywhere. Many assignments have weekly schedules but the exact day and hour of scheduling them during each week will be up to you.
To access your course materials, you'll simply log on to the Internet. You'll use various means of online communications to get in touch with your instructors and other students. To participate, you'll need a computer with access to the Web (see technology requirements). Student programs and performance are monitored and evaluated by experienced instructors. After you are accepted and enrolled in a course, you will be mailed instructions on how to access your classes.
Qualities for Success in Online Learning
Prospective participants should consider their learning style and preferences if they intend to apply for distance learning programs. Some points to consider:
- Online learning can be a good choice, especially if you manage your time well in achieving goals, are effective in working on your own, and are comfortable in getting additional support from Web searches and help files coming with industrial software.
- Courses rely on written instructions, on-line communications with your instructor, and interactions with your peers. You should be comfortable with learning through reading and communicating primarily in writing.
- Online learning does save on commuting time. However, these courses require at least as much time as attending classes and completing assignments for classroom-based courses.
How Technology Enhances Your Learning
A course Website provides online lectures and links to additional resources, reading and study directions, quizzes intended for self- and program-assessment, and assignments. E-mail, discussions, scheduled chats, and, in some cases, voice messaging allow you to have your questions answered. Students will send assignments electronically. Each student's work is evaluated and assigned performance points. The sum of all points will ultimately constitute your grade.
