What is a Telecourse (Videocourse)?
A television
course is a complete and integrated instructional system that generally
includes television programs, a textbook, and a variety of other instructional
materials designed to be used by faculty and students as the principal
components of a college course. The materials generally reflect the contributions
of top scholars and curriculum designers from throughout the country and
have been evaluated and refined through testing. The primary difference
between Telecourses (also known as Video Courses) and traditionally taught
courses is the manner in which instruction is delivered to students. Telecourse
students work more independently, watching the video tapes and reading
the print materials at home and/or at work, with guidance from the instructor.
Telecourses will meet on campus the first week of the semester. It is
imperative that students attend this first class meeting. The number of
additional required class meetings varies from course to course. Telecourses
are equal to the classroom courses and meet the same requirements. Register
for them as you would for any other course.
Each year over 1,000 students
take a video cassette based course, one of fifteen that MATC offers. We
have plans with the General Education Division to expand our video course
offerings to be able to offer a complete liberal studies degree. Support
services are provided to video course instructors in the preparation of
course syllabus and course materials, test preparation and proctoring
of exams. Provide students with one location to obtain course information
and requirements, and registration information.
For more information
about distance learning, read Online
Learning Frequently Asked Questions.
Last Modified:
January 30, 2007
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