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e-Learning
e-Learning at the University of the Sunshine Coast refers to the use of educational technologies, particularly the use of the online environment, for learning and teaching.
e-Learning enriches the student learning environment in many ways, such as:
- increased flexibility of access to learning materials and support
- online modes of communication connecting students, teachers, and external expertise
- increased opportunity for self-testing and revision
- streamlined processes for submitting assignments and receiving timely feedback
USC uses the Blackboard Learning Management System (LMS) to deliver course material and facilitate engagement with staff and fellow students. The e-Learning Reference Group, a sub-committee of Learning and Teaching Committee, is responsible for advising the Learning and Teaching Committee and Deputy Vice-Chancellor on policy matters relating to the online and blended delivery of programs and courses.
e-Learning encompasses:
- Blended learning offers a considered mix of face-to-face and online environments chosen for the benefits each environment offers. The different ways to participate are designed to make the best use of information and communication technology (ICT), as well as the advantages of meeting with fellow students, tutors and lecturers in the same physical space at the same time, and
- Fully online courses enable students to access and engage in learning from anywhere in the world to participate in a supported learning environment, in their own time, at their own pace. Fully online courses are designed for students who cannot attend the USC campus for any of their learning or engagement with staff or fellow students.
Many USC courses offer a blended learning approach. Information on fully online postgraduate coursework programs is available from the Faculty of Business and the Faculty of Science, Health and Education.