Course Format Definitions
In Person
- Meets in person, at the designated location, on specific days and times
- Experience face-to-face instruction in small class settings
Online
- All coursework occurs independently online with no scheduled class times
- Coursework has required due dates throughout the semester
- Offers convenience for those needing flexible scheduling
Video Conference
- Meets virtually at specific days and times using a video conferencing program like Zoom
- Live interaction with instructor and students in a virtual environment
Hybrid
A combination of any two of the learning options above:
- Hybrid Campus/Online: our most popular hybrid option consisting of some face-to-face instruction on campus with the rest being completed independently online
- Hybrid Campus/Video Conference: perfect option for those who prefer face-to-face instruction but cannot travel to campus every day; all classes have scheduled days and times with one or two class on campus each week
- Hybrid Online/Video Conference: fully remote experience with one or two scheduled class days and times each week with the rest being completed independently online
Comparison of Course Formats
| Course Characteristics | On Campus | Online | Video Conference |
| On-campus Learning – Instruction occurs physically on campus. | YES | NO | NO |
| Online Learning – Instruction occurs online. | NO | YES | YES |
| Live Interaction – Course meets at specific days and times with live instruction. | YES | NO | YES |
| Uses a Learning Management System – Essential course information and homework are provided online through a learning management system like Canvas. | SOMETIMES | YES | YES |