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Distance Learning Introduction
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Overview
BCCC's Distance Learning program began in 1994. Its goal is to deliver an affordable education and quality instruction in a flexible and convenient manner - learning anytime, anywhere.

Distance Learning students are required to learn the same material as face-to-face students do, but Distance Learning students do not learn by sitting in a classroom and listening to an instructor's lecture. Students learn by:

  • spending the time and the effort needed to read all resource materials, such as textbooks and study guides
  • watching any required videos
  • completing any written assignments
  • participating in any email or online discussions with their instructor and classmates
  • satisfactorily completing any examinations.

Students and instructors may not often meet face-to-face in a Distance Learning class, but they do interact with one another through email, voice mail, and the Internet.

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Student Quote
Distance Learning classes are convenient for those with busy schedules. I’ve taken numerous DL courses and feel quite confident that I received the same benefits as with a traditional class setting.
-- Jessica Lowing

Distance Learning vs. Online Learning
Online learning is only one form of Distance Learning. Not all Distance Learning classes are available over the World Wide Web. While online courses are the most common form of Distance Learning, there are other course delivery tools as well, such as CD-ROM's, textbooks, and videotapes. Not all courses use all tools.

Frequently Asked Questions
The Distance Learning website contains a great deal of information, including a Frequently Asked Questions section, student services page, and course listings information page. Please visit those pages in addition to exploring the information you will find in this Guide.

 

  
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