Online Learning - Internet Courses
Summer Semester 2008

 Online Courses
 Lecture/Internet Courses
 Other Alternative Delivery Options

Lansing Community College offers courses online. These courses apply to degrees or transfer programs in the same way as traditional courses. Entire degree and certificate programs can be completed online. For a complete listing of available online Associate Degrees, Certificates, and transfer programs, visit www.lcc.edu/online/degrees/.

Would Online Learning suit me?
Online Learning will suit students who are motivated, independent learners, those who can work without face-to-face contact with the instructor or classmates and who have reasonable skills in using computers, or have the ability to acquire such skills. An online learning orientation is located at www.lcc.edu/online/orientation/, which will help you determine if online learning is right for you. LCC uses the ANGEL course management system, which can be accessed through Star Port at www.lcc.edu.

Online Learning Advantages
Online Learning students can adapt study and participation requirements to personal, family, or work schedules. And they do not need to make regular trips to campus.

However, adaptability of the course has limits, as most courses are not self-paced. Students must participate in online discussions when required for a course. Students must submit assignments when due. Work and time commitments are at least the same as for traditional courses. Some exams are taken at the LCC campus or by an approved proctor. If you take a test off-campus, additional proctoring fees may apply.

Technical Requirements
A word processing program is required for all courses. Hardware and software needs vary from course to course. Go to www.lcc.edu/helpdesk/scan.htm to see if your computer meets the minimum requirements for online courses.

Internet Service:
An Internet Service Provider (ISP) is the lifeline for Online Learning students. A good ISP will be able to provide excellent and affordable technical support when needed and enough connections to enable access to the Internet without delay. Consult an online advisor at (517) 483-1880 for suggestions or e-mail: eadvising@lcc.edu.

More information
LCC's Online Learning web site has extensive and regularly updated information. Before registering, review the course prerequisites and basic skills requirements, and general course information at www.lcc.edu/online/. If you still have questions, call an online advisor at (517) 483-1880 or e-mail: eadvising@lcc.edu.

How do I register for an Online Learning course?

Please complete these steps to register.

1. Register for a Star Port Account - Star Port is your access point for all systems on campus. Request an account if you don't already have one.

   1. Click on the link for NEW STUDENTS/NEW TO STAR PORT at www.lcc.edu.
   2. Complete all of the information.
   3. A technology user ID (TUID) will be provided to you on the screen.
   4. You will be directed to log onto Star Port.

2. New Students - Complete the Admissions Process

   1. Log onto your newly created Star Port account.
   2. Click on the New Students tab.
   3. Click on the link in the Apply and Register section.
   4. Select the Admissions tab and click CREATE.

3. You must have access to the Internet:

1. You must have access to a computer with an Internet connection to take an online course. Beginning with the Summer 2008 semester, all LCC students will be assigned an LCC e-mail account; this is the e-mail address that will be used for all college and course communications. Your LCC e-mail address will be TUID@mail.lcc.edu.
2. You may use computer labs at LCC’s main campus, West Campus, or Howell's Livingston County Center on a limited basis.
3. You must keep your e-mail address up to date and update under the My Profile section on your student system homepage.

4. To web register, go to www.lcc.edu and log onto Star Port. Click on the link in your eToolBox for the student system.

5. Orientation: At the beginning of the semester, orientation sessions are held for online students. You can take these sessions either online or on-campus. Go to www.lcc.edu/online/angel_training/register.htm or call (517) 483-1880 for orientation information.

Visit www.lcc.edu/online/services.htm for step-by-step instructions to follow in taking online courses.

Questions?
Call an online advisor if you have questions about specific course(s) at (517) 483-1880. Online advisors are available Monday through Thursday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Extended hours are available during registration dates. Advisors will also respond to e-mail questions sent to eadvising@lcc.edu

Other Alternative Delivery Opportunities
If you are looking for online courses that are not currently offered this semester, you may find what you need at the Michigan Community College Virtual Learning Collaborative (MCCVLC) web site at http://www.mccvlc.org. Lansing Community College is a member of this collaborative and can help you access a variety of courses from Michigan community colleges.
 

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