Learner Responsibilities Orientation

E-Learning is different from traditional classroom education because it puts more responsibility on the learners (students). Successful E-Learners are motivated self-starters, organized, and disciplined in their use of time. They also proactively participate in the online classroom, interacting regularly with their peers and instructors.

• Take the Self-Quiz: Are You Ready for E-Learning?
• Watch the Time Management PowerPoint
• Watch the Top Student Video
• Watch the Timely Communication with Your Instructor Video

Successful college students have identified their preferred learning style(s) and adopt study strategies tailored to their style. Doing so maximizes individual learning and enhances time management. And in turn these behaviors and practices lead to greater student academic success. Please take a few minutes to review a Learning Styles PowerPoint, and to watch two short Learning Styles videos: Some assignments in this course ask you to apply these concepts to your own learning processes.

• Learning Styles & Your Success
• Learning Style Study Tips Video (approximately 3 minutes)
• Students and their Learning Styles (1min. 20 sec)
• Academic Rigor Video

The EMCC Counseling Center offers for credit courses and non-credit workshops that help promote personal development and success in areas such as goal setting, time management, study skills. Explore their offerings or call 623-935-8909 to make an appointment to speak with a counselor.

To be a successful E-Learner, you must have access to a reliable computer system, the Internet, and the Microsoft Office suite of software (XP or higher).

Please take this assessment from your home computer so that you can see if your computer is ready for E-Learning. If you don't have a computer at home, the computers in the Information Commons are available for your use.

Successful E-Learners need to possess basic computer skills. Learners should be able to proficiently use Microsoft software, navigate the World Wide Web, and use on-line search engines. A working EMCC Gmail account is required for learners, as is the ability to perform basic email tasks such as attaching documents and opening attachments.

• Click here to view the Student Created Gmail video.
• Click here to review the required ‘Getting Started’ procedures

EMCC’s E-Learning courses are accessed via Blackboard, a web-based course management software. Thus learners are responsibility for being proficient in using Blackboard and Microsoft programs in order to complete all assignments on time.

• Students without fundamental computer skills are strongly encouraged to take CIS 105
• Blackboard Tutorials
• The Information Commons staff provide EMCC learners with a full complement of instructional and technical support services for online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses.

In all class formats (traditional, online, and hybrid), strong reading and writing skills are essential for learner success. However, online and hybrid classes provide additional opportunities to enhance these skills as writing is the primary vehicle of communicating with others. Pay careful attention to the main concepts and requirements when reading course materials such as the syllabus, lectures, and assignments. Develop a brief outline of your thoughts before responding to questions posted on class discussion boards, writing assignments or via email. Clear organization, correct grammar, the appropriate style are core elements of effective written communications. Finally, civility and respect for the ideas of others promote vibrant learning communities. Netiquette study guide.

E-Learners at Estrella Mountain Community College have many academic and technical support resources. Think of it this way: EMCC has an entire staff of trained professionals whose job is to help learners develop their skills and talents to full potential. The most successful learners actively use these institutional resources; successful learners know when to ask for help.

Beginning in the second week of each semester if:

• You are unsure of any concepts
• Your quiz and assignment scores fall below 74%
• You are having trouble staying current with the reading
• Life issues interfere with your coursework.

• Smarthinking is an online tutoring service that Estrella Mountain Community College is making available to its students. Tutoring is available up to 24/7. Click here for a complete description of subjects offered and times when service is available.
• Information Commons, located in Estella Hall, provides learners with a full range of instructional and technical support services for distance learning.
• Learning Enhancement Center (LEC) is located in Estrella Hall, provides appointment based and drop in tutoring.
• The Writing Center, located in Estrella Hall with the LEC, provides writing tutoring (both in-person and online) and other writing resources.
• Online Writing Center, accessed through Blackboard, offers electronic paper critiquing for papers for any Estrella Mountain class.
• NASA Center for Success in Math & Science, located in Montezuma Hall, Room 122, provides services and resources for students enrolled in Mathematics and/or Science courses.
• Math Lab, located in Ocotillo Hall, room OCT106 and is devoted to helping students be successful in math.

E-Learning classes provide flexible and dynamic learning opportunities for those who might not be able to attend traditional classes due to work or family commitments. However, these class formats place more responsibility on learners. Successful E-Learners are well-organized, efficient time managers who have strong reading and written communication skills. They also possess basic computer skills, with access to a reliable computer and the internet. Finally, they know when to ask for help, and proactively use the wide range EMCC’s learning resources.