Online and Hybrid Courses
Getting Started
Online and hybrid academic courses at Grand Valley generally follow the regular semester schedule and are not self-paced. While some classroom or synchronous time may be required for hybrid courses, and some synchronous time may be required for online, the majority of coursework is available online - any place, anytime.
Whether enrolled in a fully online course or a hybrid online course, online learning requires self-discipline. Most online learners report that they have to be more self-directed and organized than in a traditional course. Your professor will be your teacher and your facilitator. Most likely, you will equally rely on your classmates and your own self-directed learning to master the course content.
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Please take this online self-assessment as a preview of your readiness for online learning. |
Once you have reviewed your results, you will have some idea as to areas that you may want to strengthen before enrolling in an online or hybrid course.
For fun:
One indicator of success in an online course is the learner's need for the online format.
| Visit this Online Learning cost Savings Calculator by the SUNY Learning Network to see how much money you might be able to save! |
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Page last modified September 27, 2010
