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Delivery Method Help |
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Definitions of ONE course delivery methods |
| Many courses in the ONE catalog use a combination of delivery methods. For instance, many of the foreign language courses use audiotape, videotape, and correspondence, while web-based courses generally incorporate asynchronous (email, listserv, and threaded discussions) and/or synchronous (chat room and web board) computer conferencing in addition to the course materials and hyperlinks on the web. In some cases, specialized software is also necessary. |
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Some correspondence courses include the use of audiotapes which students purchase or borrow. In foreign language courses, students may be required to send audiotapes of their lessons to the instructor. |
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Computer Conferencing: |
An ongoing computer conversation via text with others in different locations. Conferencing can be done in "real time," so that messages appear as they are being keyed, or it can be "asynchronous," which means the complete message is keyed and then stored for later use by the receiver or sender. |
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CD-ROM: |
Some courses are offered via CD-ROM. CD-ROM is a version of the CD that allows the information to be stored and retrieved. Although CD-ROMs look like music discs, they can only be used with a computer equipped with a CD-ROM drive. Most CD-ROM courses have the look of a web course and many incorporate links to web-based resources. |
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Correspondence: |
Correspondence courses are offered primarily through print media. All textbooks, study guides, assignments, and tests are sent to the student. Faculty stay in touch with students through mail, email, telephone, and FAX. |
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Face-to-Face: |
Some classes are taught in traditional classroom settings with instructors, but held at locations around the state more convenient to students living at a distance from the college or university campus. Many face-to-face, off-campus courses in the ONE catalog are taught in an intensive format, for instance, some classes meet once a month, Friday afternoon and evening and all day Saturday. Other classes may meet weekly for 3-hour blocks. |
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Internet: |
In Internet or Web-based courses, students participate in the class by using the Internet for all or part of the coursework. The instructor posts web pages which contain all relevant course information and assignments as well as hyperlinks to resources. Communication between students and instructors occurs by e-mail and/or through web-based discussion forums. |
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Live Video: |
Some courses are offered on live interactive television (live video) in which students go to a classroom site near them at an appointed time that is linked by satellite to the instructor at another location. Many classes are two-way video and audio so students can see, hear, and talk to the instructor. Interactive television courses often use email and online discussions groups for out-of-class student/student and student/instructor communication. |
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Telecourse: |
A telecourse (video course) is based on a series of television programs. It is supplemented by printed materials (text, study guide, readings) and local faculty involvement in the form of lectures, and/or phone, mail or email consultation. Many telecourse programs are broadcast over local cable stations. Program tapes are also available for viewing on local campuses or at the colleges' outlying centers. A few colleges have tapes available for checkout. Students may also have the option of renting or purchasing the tapes. |
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Videotape: |
Videotape courses include a set of videotapes that you view in your own home. You generally have the option of purchasing or renting the videotapes. Many videotape courses also require a workbook for course assignments. Students generally communicate with their instructor via phone, mail, or email. |
Audiotape:
