What is Distance Learning?
Distance learning involves the use of one or more educational technologies to overcome barriers of timing and/or location. If a student cannot come to the Glen Oaks Community College campus to attend a traditionally scheduled class, distance learning is an option that offers select courses in a web-based format.
What Technologies are Used for Distance Learning?
All distance learning courses are delivered using the Angel Learning System website. Angel user accounts and classroom links are provided to enrolled students for the duration of the semester. Currently three of our courses require a DVD player: HUR 231 Comparative Religions, NSH 106 Wellness & Lifestyle and NSH 212 Coaching Principles.
How Can I Learn More About Distance Learning?
The Distance Learning Center is in the North end of the Concourse on the Glen Oaks Community College campus next to Testing and Tutoring Services. You may stop in the Distance Learning Center at any time if you have questions or suggestions. You may also call us at 269-467-9945 extension 308 or e-mail us at distancelearning@glenoaks.edu. Distance Learning Hours are as follows:
Fall/Winter Semester (September - April)
Monday - Thursday 8am - 6pm
Friday - 8am - 4pm
Saturday - 9am - 12pm
Summer Hours (May - August)
Monday - Thursday 8am - 8pm
Can I Take Courses From Other Colleges?
Yes. Glen Oaks Community College is one of 28 community colleges in Michigan. Students in any of these colleges may take courses from the other colleges. Courses that originate at other Michigan Community Colleges can often be applied to your Glen Oaks Community College degree or certificate. To view a list of available courses, go to
http://mccvlc.org and follow the website instructions for registration.
Am I Right for Distance Learning?
Students who are highly motivated, self-disciplined and have good time management skills are often very successful learners in distance learning courses. Good reading comprehension and organization are also skills necessary for success. If you have good skills as a self-directed learner, you may be ready to enroll in a distance learning course. If you do not yet have those skills, you may want to develop them before you schedule a distance learning course. The MCCVLC website provides a short online readiness quiz to help determine if distance learning is the right option for individual students. Click
here to see if online learning is right for you.
What are the Advantages of Distance Learning?
Students who require flexible learning schedules or who cannot come to campus on a regular basis to attend a traditionally scheduled course may find that distance learning courses meet their needs. In many instances instructors in distance learning courses are able to allow students to participate in the learning process at a time and from a location that meets the student's requirements. As mentioned previously, distance learning courses also make it possible for students who live in the Glen Oaks Community College service area to take courses from other Michigan community colleges.
What Should I Do First?
To find out what distance learning courses are available, check the
college's course schedule or contact the Distance Learning Center for a brochure. After students enroll in a distance learning course, an information letter is sent to the home address two weeks before the start date of the course. This letter contains information on how to access the Angel system, online orientation information and other information necessary to begin the course.
New student orientations are held on campus the week prior to the start date of classes.