Whether you’re working a summer job, leaving Bozeman for a few months, or just trying to fit an extra class into your schedule, online learning offers the flexibility you need to continue your studies uninterrupted.

Online Courses for Summer 2008

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ART 202IA-02—Ancient through Medieval Art History

12-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Marsha Fulton

BUS 311-02—Information Systems

12-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Jerry Carvalho

BUS 341-02—Marketing

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructors: Omar Shehryar & Mike Kroff

CS 150-01—Computer Literacy

12-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Hunter Lloyd

ENGL 121W-01—College Writing I

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Josef Verbanac

ENGL  210D-01—Mythologies

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Marvin Lansverk

ENGL 236IH-01—Introduction to Language & Linguistics

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Phil Gaines

ENGL 308-01—Multicultural Literature

Second 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Lisa Eckert

HDCF 150IS-01 & 02—Lifespan Human Development

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Holly Hunts

HDCF 440-01—Parenting

Intersession (June 4-July 30), 3 credits

Instructor: Sandra Osborne

HDFN 221CS-02—Human Nutrition

Intersession (May 19-July 18), 3 credits

Instructor: Melody Anacker

HDHL 106-01—Drug Health Issues for Educators

First 6-week session, 1 credit

Instructor:  Jim Carter

HIST 105IH-01—Origins of Western Civilization

First 6-week session, 4 credits

Instructor: David Cherry

HIST 156IH-01—America & the World After 1865

Second 6-week session, 4 credits

Instructor: Tim LeCain

MGMT 245D—Cultural Dimensions of International Business

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor:  Susan McAllister

SOC 101IS-01 & 02—Sociological Inquiry

First 6-week session, 3 credits

Instructor: Scott Myers

STAT 216Q-04 & 07—Elementary Statistics

First 6-week session (Sec. 04), second 6-week session (Sec. 08), 3 credits

Instructor: Jeff Banfield

Summer Session Dates

First 6-week session: May 19-June 27

Second 6-week session: June 30-August 8

Full 12-week session: May 19-August 8

How Do Online Courses Work?

Online courses—also known as distance delivery courses—use a personal computer and a modem to connect participants from across the country and around the world via the Internet.  Distance courses at MSU are offered via WebCT, an online course delivery tool which allows students and instructors to interact with each other as a learning community on the Web.

Generally speaking, in an online course, you can expect to:

• connect via the Internet with a personal password
• participate in a course with set start and end dates (many classes have been developed with a structure similar to traditional on-campus courses with due dates tied to assignments, readings, and other course-related activities)
• proceed through course requirements together with your class, but be able to access the course at a time of day that is convenient to you
• make a time commitment that is about the same as for an on-campus course

Is Online Learning Right for Me?

Learning at a distance requires a different set of resources than traditional face-to-face learning.  If you’re thinking about taking an online course but are not quite sure if you're ready to make the commitment, take the Interactive Quiz to help you decide.

Whether it’s face-to-face or online, a typical three-credit course offered over six weeks requires approximately 20 hours of time per week (in the classroom and outside of class).  Such a course is equivalent to a half-time load.

Online instruction provides a level of flexibility that students find attractive.  Also, with appropriate effort, the level of student-to-student and student-to-teacher interaction can exceed that of a face-to-face class.  However, success in this environment requires a personal commitment and responsibility that is often much greater than that required in a face-to-face class.  Before registering for an online course, think carefully about whether or not you have what it takes to be successful.

Learning to Use WebCT

Information on how to use WebCT is available at the WebCT Homepage (click on "General WebCT Support/FAQs").

Required Equipment

As a minimum, most online courses require:

• Computer running either Windows 2000 or newer, or Mac OS X or higher
• CD-ROM drive
• Internet access

To ensure that you are using a supported browser and your settings are optimized for the best possible WebCT experience, go to the WebCT Homepage and click on "Check Browser."

How to Register

You must be admitted to MSU in order to enroll in the online courses listed above; refer to the Admissions page for more information.

Registration for online courses is done in the same manner as that for on-campus courses.  Please refer to the Registration page for more information.  Online courses and on-campus courses are listed together, along with Course Reference Numbers, in the Summer Class Schedule.

Fees

Fees for online courses are the same as those charged for on-campus courses.  Please refer to the Summer Fees page for a 2008 fee schedule.

Getting Started

Prior to the first day of class, you will receive an e-mail from your instructor with information regarding course assignments, required textbooks and how to login. Your WebCT login ID will be your MSU Student ID without the dash. Your account will be activated on the first day of class.

For More Information

For more information about online learning, visit the Distance Learning Resources Web page.  You’ll find links to information about WebCT as well as a full range of student services, library resources, and a comprehensive FAQ page.

For more information about summer online courses, contact the Office of Summer Session.

 

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