Prospective Student Information

Introduction

Welcome to Distance Education! There are a variety of distance education opportunities offered to Blinn College students.

What is Distance Education?

According to the United States Distance Learning Association, Distance Education is defined as "The acquisition of knowledge and skills through mediated information and instruction, encompassing all technologies and other forms of learning at a distance."

At Blinn College, this type of instruction is provided through internet courses, telecourses, blended courses, or interactive video courses.

Online (Internet) Courses: Students work within a virtual classroom environment using WebCT, interacting with their instructor and fellow classmates using the tools within the virtual classroom. These courses are indicated in the course schedule using an "N" for the section number.

Blended (Hybrid) Courses: The course will typically meet once a week at the time indicated on your schedule. The remaining interaction will take place in an online classroom using WebCT. Students must attend class in addition to participating in the online environment. These courses are indicated in the course schedule using "B" for the section number.

Interactive Video Courses: The course meets according to the time indicated on the schedule. The instructor will be on one campus and teach students at the other campuses (i.e., remote sites). These courses are indicated in the course schedule using "V" for the section number.

Why would I want to take a Distance Education class?

Distance education courses provide flexibility and convenience to students. Many students today have family and job obligations that interfere with their educational objectives. Distance education courses provide an opportunity for students to meet their outside and their educational goals.

Is Distance Education right for everyone?

This assessment will help you determine if a distance education course is right for you.

Page Last Updated: March 18, 2008