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Lone Star College System Distance Learning classes take place in a unique, online environment called eCollege Vista. This format is very different from the traditional classroom setting that most students have experienced. Please investigate the links on this page to evaluate the compatibility of your needs and learning style with a distance learning course.
Below is a description of distance learning offered through the North Lone Star College System. If these opportunities are suited to your educational needs, visit Is DL Right for Me? page to learn about the skills required for success as a DL student. If online or hybrid courses are right for you, access our Admissions & Registration information. Then, you will be ready for the eCollege Vista Student Orientation.
What is Distance Learning at Lone Star College System?
Distance learning at Lone Star College System is comprised of both online and hybrid classes.
Online classes allow students to obtain college credit without the need for traveling to one of Lone Star College System's campuses. The content and transferability of the courses are the same as traditional on-campus courses. In a manner similar to courses offered on-campus, instructors in online courses use a variety of learning activities via distance such as discussion, class projects, exams, presentations, and written papers.
Hybrid classes are those where face-to-face instructional delivery is regularly replaced by alternative delivery methods such as the Internet.
All courses are offered under the guidance of a qualified instructor and many require students to complete orientation activities at the beginning of the course. Students can complete the minimum Associate degree requirements through distance learning. Students taking these courses have the same rights and responsibilities as they do in traditional campus-based courses.
For additional information on distance learning contact a college advisor.
Online Credit Classes
Online credit courses do not require trips to a Lone Star College during a term for orientation, testing, labs, or review sessions. For proctored (supervised) exams or other necessary learning activities, you have the option to go to a Lone Star College site OR to an off-campus location that is convenient to you and approved by your instructor.
Exams: Proctored (supervised) exams are administered on campus or at an off-campus location that is convenient to you and approved by the instructor. Check with the instructor at http://ecollege.lonestar.edu/PersonnelDirectory/ regarding your options for a particular class.
Technologies: All Lone Star College System distance learning credit classes utilize the Internet (web). Students may also be required to watch video programs. Check with the instructor at http://ecollege.lonestar.edu/PersonnelDirectory/ for details.
Books: Order books online through MyRecords, http://efollett.com or by calling 888.677.1005. Books may be shipped to your home or to the Lone Star College System bookstore of your choice. For immediate processing of your order, Follett bookstores accept MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Discover cards. Follett will also process your order upon receipt of a money order or cashier's check. More...
Hybrid On-Campus Credit Classes
Orientation: Orientation sessions are required. For course-specific orientation information, check the comments, follow the contact information listed with each class section in the schedule, or locate your instructor at http://ecollege.lonestar.edu/PersonnelDirectory/.
Technologies: Some hybrid courses utilize one or more of the technologies listed below to enhance the course activities:
Internet (Web) enhanced: requires access to a computer and the internet to work with computer-based course material, communicate, or interact.
Video enhanced: requires access to a VCR and/or TV because some course content is video based. View video programs at home on TV (Kingwood Cable - Channel 37), in a campus learning resource center, or via a videotape rental option.
Computer enhanced: requires access to a computer to work with computer-based course materials and/or complete assignments. No internet access is required for communication or interaction.
Teleweb enhanced: requires access to a computer and the internet to work with computer-based course material and communicate or interact. In addition, access to a VCR and/or TV (Kingwood - Channel 37), in a campus learning resource center, or via a videotape rental option.
Consult the listing in the semester schedule to determine the distance learning courses available.