“My online course was terrific! You really do get to know the other students. I talked to more people because it was a smaller class. There was a great sense of community.”

-Kim Dunn, Redondo Beach, CA

Learn about online courses from a step-by-step look at how they work.

The thing you're probably asking yourself is, "But what exactly happens in an online course?" You wouldn't be alone. Not only are a lot of people unsure, many have the wrong idea altogether. This section is designed to give you a clearer picture of exactly what goes on in one of our online courses. To understand the nuts and bolts of online learning, just follow these steps:

• Step 1: Set up your virtual learning environment
• Step 2: Participate in online orientation
• Step 3: Navigate quickly and simply through your online sessions
• Step 4: Interact with your instructor and other students
• Step 5: Access course conferences, lectures, and materials
• Step 6: Visit other online communities
• Step 7: Support options
• Step 8: Attend class at your convenience