Distance learning courses also referred to as e-learning courses, are taught via the Internet and may be entirely or partly online. Courses taught partly online are identified as hybrid in CGCC class schedules. E-learning courses cover the same material as courses taught in person. To be successful in e-learning courses students should possess a reasonable level of comfort with technology and have consistent access to a computer with a reliable Internet service provider. E-learning courses are for self-motivated students who can learn independently using online tutorials and assignments. Communication among students, and between students and instructors, is mediated by Canvas. Canvas is the Learning Management System (LMS) used throughout the Maricopa Community Colleges to provide an online centralized method of delivering course material and content to students.

An In Person (synchronous) class meets in person at designated dates, times, and locations where students are physically present for class.

 

An Online (asynchronous) class takes place entirely online (you never attend a face-to-face class, but testing may be in person). You should expect to have weekly assignment due dates as well as to work collaboratively with your classmates.

 

A Live Online (synchronous) class takes place entirely online but students must attend virtual sessions on specified days and times.

 

A Hybrid involves both online (asynchronous) and in-person formats. Students are expected to complete online coursework as well as attend face-to-face sessions.

 

A Virtual Hybrid combines both online (asynchronous) and Live Online (synchronous) formats.  Students are expected to complete online coursework as well as attend virtual sessions on specified days and times.