El Centro College - Course Formats and Requirements
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El Centro 2012 - 2013 Catalog
Course Formats and Requirements

Distance learning courses are offered in a number of formats. Each format may utilize a variety of learning technologies, such as video and CD-ROM, which are designed to enhance the learning experience. Course formats are either offered completely at a distance or require students to come to the college.

Distance Learning Information

  • Online - All content delivered through computers and multimedia. These courses use eCampus and may include CD's and audio/streaming video. No on-campus testing or activities are required (previously called INET).
  • Online Partial - Most of the content delivered through computers and multimedia. These courses use eCampus and may include CD's and audio/streaming video. On-campus testing, orientation, and/or other activities may be required (previously called Classroom partial, blended, and/or hybrid).
  • Online/Video-Based - Content delivered through a combination of interactive online computer activities using eCampus and video programs. On-campus testing and/or activities may be required (previously called TVP or streamed).
  • Video-Based - Content delivered through a local cable channel, CD, DVD, MP4 system, VHS cassette. On-campus testing or activities may be required and content is not delivered through computer internet activities but may provide some communications, syllabus, orientation, and test review by email (previously called TeleCourse or TV).