BSAS in Allied Health
Distance Learning Courses
Course Procedures / Expectations
Some courses
in this degree program are offered in a traditional fashion, but most are
offered to students using distance learning technology. The two main types of distance learning
utilized are:
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Synchronous – Students and Instructor
simultaneously meet at designated times and on specific dates. This meeting can occur online or through
two-way interactive video conferencing. Consult course syllabi for details and
schedules related to each particular course.
Note: Courses offered in a synchronous fashion may also utilize
asynchronous activities and assignments.
View An Interactive Video Conferencing Room (Requires
QuickTime Player) – available free at: http://www.apple.com/quicktime/products/qt/.
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Asynchronous
– Students utilize Web-based technologies (Typically accessed
on-line through WebCT – a course management system). Students and Instructor engage in learning
activities and assignments according to the schedule established for the
course. The course activities and
assignments do not require participants to meet on the same date and at the
same time. This arrangement allows
learners to complete assignments and course activities at times most convenient
to them. Consult course syllabi for
details and schedules related to each particular course. Note: Online learning is usually asynchronous
learning, but it may have some synchronous activities.
Before
proceeding with an online course, the learner should determine if online
learning is a good option. Some factors
to consider are:
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On
Line learning can be very convenient, allowing you to decrease travel time
associated with class and within limits complete assignments at a convenient
time and place.
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On-line
learning is more independent learning.
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Are
you self-disciplined and able to seek out information needed for your
learning?
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Can
you manage your time effectively and keep your performance on schedule?
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Basic
computer skills (file management, word processing, attaching files and sending
e-mail for example) are necessary for on-line learners.
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Do
you have or can you gain the computer skills necessary to participate in an
online course?
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To learn about the course management
system and practice navigating and using WebCT, please add the free course: WebCT_Can_Be_Fun_SandersV3. Here you can access email, send attachments,
practice quizzes, etc.
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Help
is available from the YSU Tech Desk (Phone: 330.941.1595, or helpdesk@cc.ysu.edu),
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Help
is also available from the
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You
can utilize the help function within WebCT which provides excellent assistance
as well.
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On-line
learning requires regular and frequent (as often as daily and perhaps multiple
times/day) access to a computer system and to the Internet. Access can be gained through most colleges,
universities or public libraries if you do not have access at home. Be sure
access is convenient. For most students
computer and Internet access from home is a must.
Requirements
To be successful in on-line courses you will need:
Access to hardware:
On-line
learning requires access to a computer that is capable of playing multimedia
and connecting to the Internet. [You can
gain Internet access through many college and university computer labs and
public libraries if you do not have access at home]. Many courses will require frequent online
access (as often as daily and perhaps multiple times/day). So be sure access is convenient to you. Computer and Internet access at home is a
must for most students. Your computer
needs to have a sound card and be capable of playing audio and video
files. Although you may be able to
access this course with a system not meeting the minimum recommended
configuration, it is recommended that your computer system meet at least the
minimum recommended configuration below.
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Minimum Recommended Configuration |
Preferred Configuration |
*High-End Configuration |
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Pentium 256 MB 40 GB Hard Drive CD-RW ROM 3Com 10/100 Ethernet and/or 56K modem |
Pentium IV 2.0 GHz 512+ MB 60+ GB Hard Drive CD-RW/ 3Com 10/100 Ethernet and/or 56K modem |
Pentium IV 3.0 GHz 1GB 120 GB Hard Drive CD-RW/ 3Com 10/100
Ethernet and/or 56K
modem |
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800MHz PowerPC G3
and/or 56K modem |
1 GHz PowerPC G4
and/or 56K modem |
Dual 2 GHz PowerPC G5 and/or 56K modem
|
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Source: YSU Help Desk… If you would like assistance in configuring your
computer, please contact the YSU Tech Desk at 330-941-1595 or e-mail helpdesk@cc.ysu.edu. |
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Registered YSU Students can take advantage of the Microsoft
Agreement. This agreement allows YSU
students and Faculty to obtain Microsoft Products at special pricing. To see the agreement and details go to: http://www.ysubookstore.com/
and
click on the link for Student Software Agreement.
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Word processing software is required. The following programs will work for these
courses:
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Microsoft
Word (Word ’97 or newer)
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Microsoft® Works 7.0 and
Works
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Word
Perfect (Version 7 or higher)
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Presentation software is required for many courses.
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Microsoft
Power Point (PowerPoint ’97 or newer)
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Corel
Word Perfect Office 11 includes Perfect Presentations
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Apple
Keynote for
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Plug-ins are required to view handouts and video files:
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Adobe Acrobat Reader – This plug-in is required to view many documents and
course handouts. It is available free of
charge at: http://www.adobe.com/products/acrobat/readstep2.html
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Real One Player - Available free at: http://www.real.com
and follow the links for downloading the free real one player.
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QuickTime Player – This plug-in allows playing of QuickTime movie files and some
QuickTime VR files. It is available free
of charge at: http://www.quicktime.com.
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Macromedia Flash Player -- This plug-in allows playing of Flash movie files. It is available free of charge at: http://www.macromedia.com.
Computer skills:
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Computer
skills to access information and course resources are necessary. You will need to be able to perform basic
technical tasks including: save, open and manage files, basic word processing,
navigate the Internet, send email, submit course assignments, use online
discussion tools, access library resources on-line, and check your grades. Creation of PowerPoint or similar slide
presentations is desirable.
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Much
of the course material will be in written format and you will need to type
responses and submit assignments using our course Web site
IMPORTANT: Proper planning, prioritization and
dedication will enhance your opportunity for success in online and interactive
video courses.
WebCT NOTES
Set your Web browser to function
with WebCT – See Browser information at http://www.webct.com/exchange/viewpage?name=exchange_browser_tuneup.
Initial instructions for accessing
WebCT and adding a course follow:
To login to your WebCT course(s) you will need to access
WebCT and then add the course(s) you are taking to your myWebCT list. Instructions for logging into WebCT are as
follows:
Go to: http://webcourses.ysu.edu
Click on the, Go To WebCT button
Enter your login ID.
Hint: Your WebCT ID is usually
your first initial middle initial and last name. This is also the same as the first part of
your CUE Mail ID. For example if your
YSU CUE Mail address is flflintstone@student.ysu.edu,
then your WebCT ID is flflintstone.
Enter your password.
Hint: Your WebCT password is the same as your CUE Mail Password. If you need assistance with determining your
WebCT ID or Password, contact the YSU Tech Desk at: helpdesk@cc.ysu.edu or 330.941.1595.
After entering your ID and Password, click the Log in
button.
Note: You may
also access WebCT through your “My YSU” account. To do this skip the above steps by logging in
to your “My YSU” Portal account and then clicking on the WebCT Campus Edition
link which is located under E-Services (See upper right screen area).
You will see the myWebCT screen
Click the add course button.
Select the course you wish to add from the list.
On the next screen click the register button – Do Not fill In the User ID and Password
on this screen. Just click the Register
Button located near the bottom of the form.
You will receive a message that the course has been added to
your myWebCT with options to go to the course or to myWebCT.
You can add other courses to your myWebCT as needed.
On subsequent visits to myWebCT you will see all the courses
you added and need only click on the course hyperlink to access your course.
Note: When you are finished with your course always remember
to log out. You can do this by clicking
the Log Out button form the course menu or the myWebCT screen.
Being familiar with the course management system and the
tools it provides is important to your success in online courses. You can think
of the course management system as your online classroom. We use WebCT as the
course management system for our online courses. To learn about the course
management system and practice navigating and using WebCT, please add the free
course: WebCT_Can_Be_Fun_SandersV3. Here you can access email, send attachments,
practice quizzes, etc.
Enjoy the semester.
Sal Sanders, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Director of Distance Learning
330.941.7157