Nursing
Concepts in Continence Care is offered in an online format with scheduled
instructor-led online tutorials. It is important that you consider the learning
format and its suitability for you to ensure that you have a successful
learning experience. McMaster University Continuing Education uses the
Learning Management System (LMS), and Brightspace (Desire to Learn) to deliver
its online courses. McMaster uses the term “Avenue to Learn" (A2L) for the LMS.
Online Learning
Teaching
methods could include readings, facilitated discussion boards, videos, narrated
presentations, group and individual exercises. Courses include one-hour live instructor-led tutorials throughout the term and self-paced discussion board groups to
encourage student engagement with class materials online.
You
should expect to allocate approximately 8-10 hours per week to complete the
course.
Details
are provided at the start of the course. A pre-course email with information on
the course will be sent prior to the course start date. Courses are activated
in Avenue to Learn 3 days prior to course start date.
Considerations for Taking an Online Class
How do I know if an online class is for me?
- You
are good at keeping yourself on task to complete a project.
- You
are comfortable asking for clarification when needed and expressing
yourself in written form through email or a discussion board.
- You
are able to read the material on your own and understand the
concepts.
- You are
able to work independently and in small groups.
- You
have a quiet place to complete your work.
- You
are comfortable using technology.
What equipment do I need to use the online course
software and tools?
The
following equipment is required for taking a course online:
- Windows
or Mac computer.
- Internet
connection (high-speed broadband is best).
- Speakers
(built-in or USB headset).