Student Support Services/Information and e-Learning
Assessment of Student Capability
Students who are considering an e-Learning course need to determine if they have all necessary skills to be successful. Three (3) self-assessment quizzes are available for students to assess their readiness at the following e-Learning Web page: www.pbsc.edu/elearning/students. A listing of student resources, tutorials and computer system requirements is provided at: www.pbsc.edu/elearning/students.
Attendance Requirements
Faculty must take attendance in online courses for federal government reporting purposes. e-Learning courses do not operate in a traditional face-to-face manner. Students may be dropped or withdrawn from the course by the instructor based on instructor's policies as written in the course syllabus. An example of participation may be submitting assignments, responding to a discussion forum, and/or the use of the course-mail system by pre-determined deadlines. See the specific course syllabus for details.
e-Learning Orientations
Orientation to e-Learning is mandatory – orientation can be presented online, in-person or by other means of interactive communication. Orientation includes: syllabus, instructions for a successful course completion, technical requirements, skill level needed, and student success tips. Instructors should ensure students review the Student Resources in the EesySoft system (Support tab inside Blackboard) and the Student Support Center section of the e-Learning Web at www.pbsc.edu/elearning/students.
e-Library/Learning Resources
The Library Learning Resource Centers provide resources and services for the College, including e-Learning students. Students, faculty/instructors, and staff have access to the catalog, databases, library services, and other resources. The e-Library’s website (LINCCweb) can be accessed from: www.linccweb.org/Discover?lib_code=FLCC1901&tab=books. Pre-authenticated student link to LINCCweb can be created in Bb courses utilizing the provided LINCCweb Building Block.
Student Assessment of Courses and Faculty
Student Assessment of Courses and Faculty evaluations are conducted each term. Near the end of the term, students are given the opportunity to assess their instructors on a variety of assessment items via an online survey.
Textbook/Bookstore
Textbook Section Guidelines must be followed for e-Learning classes. Follett’s bookstore provides all books and materials for students taking classes at Palm Beach State College. e-Learning students can order their textbook and other required materials online through the Follet Bookstore at: www.bkstr.com/palmbeachstcentralstore/home.