Online Learning
At Ogeechee Technical College, we believe in offering programs and courses in multiple formats to meet the needs of our students. Courses may be offered in a traditional face-to-face format, hybrid, or online. The beauty of online learning is that students have the flexibility to complete assignments on their own time within the class schedule. This means it’s perfectly okay to work in your pajamas!
Online Course Orientation: Student Policies & Procedures
Is Online Learning Right for Me?
Prior to registering for online courses, you should make sure online learning is a good fit for you. The most successful online students are those who are able to work independently and submit assignments on time. This requires self-discipline and basic computer skills. Online classes are not “work at your own pace” classes. You will be responsible for submitting assignments and participating in class discussions according to the course schedule.
Student Technology Skills
In addition to being comfortable operating within a technology-based educational environment, possessing basic computer literacy, and being able to perform fundamental computer functions in an efficient manner, online students should be comfortable performing the following tasks:
- Accessing and using the Internet
- Using an account name and password to log onto the course site
- Sending and responding to email
- Sending and receiving files electronically
- Participating in online discussion boards
- Searching websites as well as accessing required Internet-based learning resources
- Applying basic troubleshooting techniques to “fix” hardware and/or software problems as required
Students must also have reliable access to a computer with Internet. Click HERE to make sure your browser supports the features utilized in Blackboard.
We invite you to experience the convenience and excitement that comes from taking classes online at Ogeechee Technical College.
Proctoring Fees
A proctored event must be one that is accomplished on campus, through the learning management system as specified by the instructor, or through a third-party proctor. Students living farther than 50 miles from campus who cannot come to Ogeechee Technical College for the event must secure an approved proctor. The site and the proctor must meet the College’s requirements.
Students are encouraged to take advantage of the proctored event arrangements made by the course instructor. However, if a student is not able to adhere to the process outlined by the instructor, the student can request approval from their instructor.
- Student requests to complete the proctored event with a third-party must be communicated to the course instructor in writing as soon as possible, but no later than one week prior to the event date announced by the instructor.
- Students approved to test at an alternate site are responsible for locating and scheduling the proctored event.
- Proctors and location must be approved in advance of the event by the instructor.
Proctoring Fees
- Third-party proctor fees may apply and are the responsibility of the student.
- Students may complete the proctored event at any TCSG college at no cost to the student. A list of TCSG test proctoring sites and contacts may be found by clicking HERE.
eCampus
In addition to online programs and courses offered by Ogeechee Technical College, students enrolled at Ogeechee Tech may take online courses offered by other TCSG colleges through the eCampus platform. Through eCampus, students have the opportunity to take courses that may not be offered at Ogeechee Technical College in a specific term. Your faculty advisor can provide information on eCampus courses offered each term. For more eCampus information click HERE.