Course Format Definitions

This is a format in which all instructional hours are met online in an asynchronous format (no scheduled times). Physical presence does not take place a CCBC campus.  However, you may need to go to a physical location to complete an exam.

All materials for the course are delivered through Brightspace, CCBC’s online learning management system. You will login to Brightspace to access lessons, submit assignments, participate in class discussions and more.

To be successful in your online course, you should log into Brightspace regularly and establish a study schedule. Plan to spend at least the same amount of time that you would spend on a face-to-face class, if not more. Give yourself time to practice using Brightspace in order to get the most out of your online learning experience.

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Technical requirements

To learn online at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop or laptop.
• Mobile devices and tablets should not be used as the primary means to complete an online or blended course.
• A webcam may be required. Contact your instructor immediately.
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A CCBC email account (free when you enroll).
• Access to Brightspace learning management system for lessons, assignments, class discussions and more.

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A course taught with a combination of online and scheduled on-campus instruction. Social distancing protocols and appropriate personal protective equipment will be utilized for scheduled on-campus instruction. Instruction requires a physical presence on campus, as indicated by the specified scheduled days and times. Portions of this section must be accessed from any location using a computer with internet access and a camera feature. Online portions do not require a physical presence on campus.

Technical requirements

To learn in a blended format at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop or laptop.
• Mobile devices and tablets should not be used as the primary means to complete an online or blended course.
• A webcam may be required. Contact your instructor immediately.
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A CCBC email account (free when you enroll).
• Access to Brightspace learning management system.

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A format in which requirements are completed in-person. Students and instructors meet on-site, in person, with scheduled start and end times: social distancing protocols and appropriate personal protective equipment will be utilized.

You may be expected to login to Brightspace to access lessons, participate in class discussions and more.

Technical requirements

To learn on-site at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop, laptop, (etc.).
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A general understanding of Brightspace learning management system.

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This is a format in which all instructional hours are met remotely, online using video software during the scheduled days and times indicated (synchronously).  A physical presence at CCBC is not required. This course must be accessed from any location using a computer with internet access and a camera feature or webcam.

Technical requirements

To learn in a remote format at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop, laptop, netbook, or mobile device (etc.)

• Must have a web camera feature.
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A CCBC email account (free when you enroll).
• Access to Brightspace learning management system.

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This course meets 100% of instructional hours through a simultaneous combination of on-campus and live streaming. A physical presence on campus is required for some section meeting times. Your faculty member will assign you days and times for required on-campus instruction. This section must be accessed from any location using a computer with internet access and a camera feature.

Technical requirements

To learn in a simulcast format at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop, laptop, netbook (etc.)
• • Mobile devices cannot use used.
  • Must have a web camera feature.
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A CCBC email account (free when you enroll).
• Access to Brightspace learning management system.

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This course combines lecture and lab. Lecture instruction is offered remotely. Laboratory instruction requires a physical presence on campus during the scheduled days and times indicated. The lab portion will utilize appropriate personal protective equipment. The lecture must be accessed from any location using a computer with internet access and a camera feature.

Technical requirements To learn in a lecture/lab format at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop, laptop, netbook (etc.)
• • Mobile devices cannot use used.
  • Must have a web camera feature.
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A CCBC email account (free when you enroll).
• Access to Brightspace learning management system.

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This section is an on-site lab course. The lab will utilize appropriate personal protective equipment. Laboratory instruction requires a physical presence on-site during the scheduled days and times indicated.

Technical requirements

To learn in a lab format at CCBC you will need:

• Regular access to a reliable computer desktop, laptop, (etc.).
• A stable broadband Internet connection.
• A general understanding of Brightspace learning management system.

This section is designated for Independent Study, Co-Op , Internship, or Arranged Instruction, and may be conducted in a combination of modalities to meet instructional and student needs, including on-site, remote scheduled, or online asynchronous instruction; most experiences require a written contract/agreement.