Students may take a free orientation to online instruction for one (1) hour of college credit. If you are taking an online class, or even if you are just considering it, the orientation will help ensure that you understand the basics of taking an online (Internet) course at John A. Logan College . You may take this orientation class for credit if you have not received credit for the course previously. Among the things you should know about this orientation are:
• The class and college credit are FREE. Upon successful completion of the orientation you will receive 1 (one) hour of college credit, at no cost. This is for students who have not previously received credit for the class.
• The orientation can be taken online from home or anywhere with an Internet connection.
• You will learn about BLACKBOARD, the College’s software for online classes. You will also learn how to create an account; how to log in to your class or classes; requirements for email accounts; and procedures for downloading, uploading, and communicating with your instructor and fellow students.
• You will learn what to do and who to contact if you have a technical problems while taking an online class.
At the end of the orientation, you will be required to pass a short online quiz about the material covered
in the orientation. You may review the orientation and take the quiz as many times as necessary. If you
do not pass the first time, just review the material and take the test again. While credit is given upon
successful completion of the orientation, no failing grades are given.