Online Learning

Is an online course appropriate for you?

Flexibility

Allows you to pace your studies over the week rather than committing to a specific time you have to be in class.

Quality

Faculty require the same rigor as in equivalent face to face courses.

Self-Disciplined

Online courses require students to assume responsibility for readings and postings to discussion boards. Involvement in your course has to be driven by your own motivation.

Willingness to Work with Others

You may be required to complete group projects. In online courses, this requires the ability to communicate effectively via email, phone, and/or chat rooms.

Writing Skills

You must have the ability to express yourself in writing.

Technology Skills

You must possess a general understanding in the use of computers and common software packages such as Microsoft Office.

Time Management

Successful online students have the ability to manage their schedules to reserve appropriate time for their studies.

Course Management System

McKendree University uses BlackBoard for online course delivery.  Familiarity with course management systems such as BlackBoard or Web CT is beneficial.

Text Books

Purchase your texts at www.mckendreebooks.net.

Is your computer ready for an online course?

Minimum Computer Requirements

CPU	1.6 GHz or faster
RAM	1 GB or greater
Internet Connection	High-speed Internet or 56.6 kbps modem (No Accelerators)
Antivirus	A current and regularly updated application
Internet Explorer	Version 7.0 or higher
Adobe Reader	Recent version
Microsoft Office	Recent version
Adobe Flash Player	Recent version

 

Check Your Computer Configuration

Click on ‘Blackboard Compatibility Test’
http://support.mckendree.edu/stu-blackboard.htm

Microsoft Office

Available for purchase at a drastically discounted price.
http://support.mckendree.edu/academicdiscounts.htm

For Additional Support

Help Desk - 618-537-6445 or helpdesk@mckendree.edu

Visit the IT Support page at this link: http://support.mckendree.edu/default.htm