1.How do I access my course?

Your course can be accessed by logging onto your MDC Student Canvas Account (https://mdc.instructure.com) and locating your section (SLS 1106 - ****)

2. How long is my course?

The course duration is 8 weeks during the Fall and Spring Semesters and 6 weeks during the Summer Semester. 

3. How many students are in a course? Who will be my classmates?

This course can have as little as 5 students and as many as 50 students at any point in time.

4. Is this course fully online or do we meet in person?

This course is either 100% Online/Virtual Modality or 100% Face2Face Modality (the instructor will let you know which one).

5. How does Online Learning work?

If you are new to online learning, you might be wondering what it will be like and the best way to get started. MDC is here to help. Many aspects of online learning look a lot like what you’re used to in a traditional classroom, with the added benefit of learning some cool technology and typically conducting your schoolwork on a much more flexible schedule. Each day you’ll log into Canvas, MDC’s online learning platform, and access your most recent lecture, discussion threads, and assignments. While we recommend you access Canvas from a computer, an app is available to alert you to new assignments and more on your mobile device. This makes it easy and convenient to check in each day. Your weekly lectures are accessible through the Canvas platform and may be delivered in a variety of formats, such as PowerPoint, video, video chat sessions, audio files, or some combination of these.

6. What day and time does the class meet?

Every (DAY) from (TIME) to (TIME)

7. Do I need specific equipment to take this course?

Yes specific equipment is required for this course. You will need to following:

a. A desktop computer or laptop

b. A computer camera (This usually comes built-in on laptops)

c. A computer microphone (This usually comes built-in on laptops)

d. Speakers (This usually comes standard with desktops and built-in on laptops)

8. How do I contact technical support during my course?

To contact technical support during the course, please go the left hand ribbon and complete the following steps;

a. Go to MDC TECH TALK

b. CLICK: Canvas Chat 24/7 Support

9. Is there an orientation for students?

This course does not provide or require an online orientation, however you re encouraged to watch the following videos, to become acclimated with the Course Module:

a. Dr. Solange's Intoduction Video

b. Welcome Video

c. Course Module Acclimation Video

10. When and how often will my course meet?

The course meets....... (the instructor will let you know how often the course meets). 

11. What should I do if I’m away for a few days?

If you are away for a few days, you should complete the following steps:

a. Contact Dr. Charles to let her know about your absence and gather some insight into the missed lectures and assignments

b. Download the Power Point Presentation handouts and look at the recorded lectures, for the classes which you missed

c. Get together with classmates to gain further insight about lectures, assignments, etc. 

12. Do I need to buy textbooks?

Yes this course requires the purchase of a text book. The textbook is Essentials of Student Success, 5th edition, by Robert Feldman. The online copy can be purchased from the MDC bookstore. You will or should have received an email outlining instructions or purchasing the textbook (If you did not receive this email, please contact Dr. Solange).