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Distance Learning

Degrees & Certificates Available Online

Calhoun offers over 80 online courses allowing students to complete the following degrees and certificates online! The class schedule for each semester will notate the distance learning courses that are available. Be sure to select “Distance Learning” as the campus when searching.

Technology & Requirements

All Distance Learning courses require that students have a reliable computer and high-speed Internet access. Additionally, Distance Learning courses require computer literacy and excellent reading comprehension skills, as well as self-discipline and motivation.
Associate of Science in General Studies with these Concentrations
  • Business
  • Computer Science
  • Criminal Justice
  • Elementary Education
  • English
  • General Education
  • History
  • Mathematics
  • Pre-Nursing
  • Psychology
  • Social Work
  • Sociology
Associate of Applied Science
  • Architectural Design Technology
  • Engineering Design Technology
  • Office Management
  • Child Development*
  • Paralegal
  • Programming
  • Accounting Technology
*Students are required to participate in face-to-face practical experiences for CHD 215.
Short Term Certificate
  • Accounting Essentials
  • Architectural Design Technology
  • Auxiliary Teacher
  • Business
  • Child Development
  • Computer Information Systems Computer Science Essentials
  • Design Drafting
  • Engineering Design Technology
  • Programming Essentials
  • Software Applications
  • Tax Professional

Types of Distance Learning Offered

There are four types of Distance Learning classes, hybrid (H), asynchronous online (W), synchronous online (S), and hy-flex (F).

Hybrid

A Hybrid course is one in which a majority of instruction is delivered online through Canvas, a learning management system. Hybrid courses will have required meetings on campus and required assignments online. These courses typically meet once per week or less for lectures or labs. Calhoun identifies a hybrid course with an “H” in the course section of the semester course schedule.

Hy-Flex

A hy-flex course offers students the option to attend in person or participate virtually via a web conferencing tool. Students have the option to change their mode of attendance from week to week. Calhoun identifies a hy-flex course with an “F” in the course section of the semester schedule.

Synchronous

A synchronous online course is one that utilizes a web conferencing tool to hold scheduled online meetings on a weekly basis. The course schedule will list specific days and times for these meetings when a student registers. There will be additional course materials and assignments available in Canvas. The instructor may require proctored exams similar to an asynchronous online course. Calhoun identifies a synchronous online course with an “S” in the course section of the semester course schedule.

Asynchronous

An Asynchronous online course is one in which instruction is delivered entirely online through Canvas, a learning management system. Although the course content is delivered entirely online, students may be required to take exams in the Testing Center on either location, or at an approved testing location. Some courses also utilize online test proctoring software like Respondus or Honorlock. There may be additional fees to use outside testing centers. Calhoun identifies an asynchronous online course with a “W” in the course section of the semester course schedule.

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Quality Assurance

Calhoun’s Distance Learning Department is committed to ensuring the quality of our online courses. Since 2015, we have partnered with Quality Matters (QM), an organization dedicated to helping institutions create quality online courses. Currently, all distance learning faculty undergo training and course reviews using a custom QM rubric. The Calhoun’s Online Review of Excellence rubric is made up of QM standards as well as local Calhoun standards. This helps us ensure our online classes are equivalent in quality to our courses that are offered in a traditional, face-to-face, format.

For Questions concerning Canvas or Online courses

Distance Learning Services

For help applying to Calhoun

Admissions

For help with registering for courses

Advising

For information about Accommodations

The Center for Student Disability, Counseling, and Support Services
Dr. Brandon R. Brown (Director of Student Disability/ADA)

For help with FAFSA and other financial aid information

Contact Financial Aid

For technical assistance

Contact the Information Technology Help Desk

For resource access and research assistance

Library

For proctored test information

Testing and Assessment Center

To contact the Director of Distance Learning

Brandon Brooks