FAU在线课程常见问题解答
Find answers to common questions online 学生 may have.
Online 学生 regularly log onto a virtual portal where they can access course materials; view their syllabus and grades; monitor their progress on lessons; and contact professors, 同学们, 支持服务. Standard learning activities related to online learning include posting on 讨论版, 完成小组或个人项目, 以小测验, 写论文. Students have the flexibility of choosing when and where work is completed but are required to submit 作业 by the designated deadlines.
在线学习是以学生为中心的学习. 讲师是太阳城在线娱乐向导和促进者, but your level of motivation will determine your academic success. 在线学习要求你自律, 积极主动的, and prepared to take advantage of opportunities for engagement with instructors and other 学生. If you feel that the structure of face-to-face learning is crucial to your academic success, 在线课程可能不适合你.
是的. FAU的许多学生都参加了在线课程, 混合, and on-campus face-to-face courses based on availability and personal schedules.
你花在在线课程上的时间会有所不同. 类格式会有所不同. Most online learners spend about 10-20 hours a week on coursework.
Many online classes require video conference calls and online chats. 另外, online 学生 should anticipate weekly due dates for 作业 that will also require them to participate in the online course throughout the week.
Online classes are delivered using a learning management system called Canvas. Students log into Canvas and can select their course sites. 一旦学生进入他们的课程网站, 他们可以听讲座, ppt, 电子邮件, 作业, 阅读, 文档, 视频, 还有讨论板.
Your success as an online student is truly dependent on your self-discipline. Because 学生 are not required to be in class at a specific time, you must be motivated to get your work done on your own. If you have a family or you are working while taking online classes, 制定一个既定的时间表是至关重要的.
如果任何时候你不理解任务, it is imperative that you ask questions for clarification so you don’t fall behind. 我们的教师随时为学生服务, 所以你可以通过电子邮件联系我, 讨论版, 在虚拟办公时间.
在线课程像课堂课程一样评分. 需要批判性思维. Students leave the course with an understanding of the subject matter and the ability to 应用 their knowledge in their respective professions. Typical 作业 include reading the course text and additional materials, 积极参与网上讨论, 写论文、测验或测试.
Our 学生 mostly take virtually monitored exams online, where a proctor watches via webcam or where computer software detects cheating by checking the test-takers’ screens. Tests may be timed and do not typically allow for open-book responses. 了解更多关于FAU的信息 学术诚信守则 .
In rare cases, an online course may require proctored exams. If they do, online 学生 may need to 访问 a local testing site with an on-site proctor.
Our academic year is composed of three 12-week semesters (fall, spring, and summer). 我们每学期招收新生. 访问我们的 校历 欲知更多详情.
Online courses usually require weekly logins and assignment submissions. If 学生 are unable to complete these participation requirements, they are encouraged to contact their professor to discuss the next steps.
To be successful in online learning environments, 学生 need to know how to:
- 发送和接收电子邮件消息
- Use a mouse and keyboard to select and start programs as well as to enter information
- Create and submit files in commonly used word processing program formats such as Microsoft Office
- 下载并安装“插件”软件
- Connect to the Internet and use a web browser to find information
- 使用演示、图形和电子表格程序
- 在计算机上创建和管理文件夹
- Manage security settings through an Internet browser software and firewall
FAU的在线课程主要是基于网络的. No special software is required in order to access or complete the courses. However, you will need a current browser (Firefox, Chrome, Edge) and possibly a few plug-ins. 登录并查看 技术设备指南的最低标准 在线教授提供. Please keep in mind that certain colleges may have additional software requirements based on major.
The library places a high priority on support for online 学生. Below are great resources that will assist you in navigating the library from where you are.
移动 图书馆的应用 ! 搜索目录和我们的资源.
Canvas Tier 1 support is available 24/7, 365 days a year. There are multiple ways to get support for Canvas-related issues or questions. Call the toll-free number 855-691-7827 or call the FAU Help Desk at 561-297-3999.
如果您已登录 Canvas, click on the Help icon in the bottom left corner, under the global menu. You will be able to chat with a Canvas representative by clicking on “Chat with Canvas Support” or you can choose to “Report a Problem,” which will allow you to submit a ticket to Canvas Support.