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Assignments in distance learning courses are similar to those in classroom-based courses and typically consist of reading in preparation for online work. Assignments that are graded in distance learning courses are similar to those graded in classroom-based courses: papers, projects, exams, participation in discussions (quantity and quality), etc. In order to comply with federal requirements, it will be verified that each student enrolled in a distance learning course is the same student who participates in and receives credit for the course.
Attached Below is a chart defining activities that are considered equivalent in the classroom, non-traditional, and distance learning contexts. All activities have a one-to-one relationship in terms of time.
Responsible Party
The Provost is responsible for this policy.
Policy Review
This policy is to be reviewed every three years or sooner as necessary.
Distribution
Faculty/Staff Handbook
Approved by President’s Cabinet, November 7, 2000
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Non-Traditional or Distance Learning Activity | Equivalent Classroom Activity |
Synchronous class with lecture | Lecture |
Read and/or view a faculty presentation | Lecture |
Complete learning packages such as programmed instruction (PI) or independent module (MOD) with questions to answer. Note: hours designated on individual package | Lecture |
Listen to a podcast or webcast | Lecture |
Research relevant practitioner input on the web. Join online discussion by posting findings and applying to own setting, including analysis and synthesis (see Bloom’s taxonomy). Note: research hours according to teacher’s estimate of parallel time for a lecture | Guest lecture on a topic relevant to course content with a practitioner focus followed by discussion |
Online discussion | Group discussion |
Small group work online or in person | Small group work on a project during class time |
Case study presentation and discussion online | Case study presentation and discussion |
Post online executive summary of paper/project along with a discussion question and lead discussion for a designated period | Student presentation |
Look at video (online or other) | Show video |
Complete online simulation | Complete simulation |
Independent field trip or interview of a practitioner | Field trip |
Online lab | Studio activity |
Practicum/internship/field experience | Practicum/internship/field experience/ laboratory |
Responsible Party
The Provost is responsible for this policy.
Policy Review
This policy is to be reviewed every three years or sooner as necessary.
Distribution
Faculty/Staff Handbook
Approved by President’s Cabinet, November 7, 2000
Approved by Academic Cabinet January 29, 2013; reported to President’s Cabinet, February 11, 2013