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Distance LearningObjectivesKeiser University understands and supports the educational needs of adult learners. Toward that end, many Keiser University programs are offered online. It is important to understand what online classes are and what they are not. On-line classes are not easy substitutes for on-campus classes. In fact, students find online classes as rigorous and demanding as on-campus classes. Students are expected to attend their virtual classrooms a specified number of times per week. All attendance is monitored. Times are flexible and dictated by students' personal schedules; nonetheless, their presence is required. An online student is expected to be computer literate and familiar with the Internet. An orientation course is available to help students improve these skills. An online class is convenient and flexible. It allows students to work on assignments and participate in class discussions as their schedules permit within reasonable timeframes. Learning is achieved through individual inquiry, collaborative processes (student/student and student/faculty), and personal synthesis of ideas into an understanding of the topic. Outcomes are determined by qualitative analysis of student input, research, scholarly writing, subjective and objective tests, group and individual projects and case studies. Admissions Requirements for Enrollment in Online LearningAdmissions requirements for distance learning programs are the same as admissions requirements for on-campus programs. Faculty/Student InteractionGiven the unique nature of online learning, faculty/student interaction is critical for success. Online classes offer several opportunities for interaction, both faculty/student and student/student interaction. Some methods of interaction include online lectures, e-mail, document sharing, threaded discussions and interactive synchronized (audio/visual) chat discussion areas. Students are required to log in and participate in an online class a specified number of times per week. Faculty members review, respond and reply to students within a 24-48 hour time period. More traditional methods of contact are also available, including phone (toll free for those out of area), fax and office visits when feasible. Facilities and EquipmentKeiser University has computers available with Internet access for student use at campuses throughout Florida. The University provides technical services and training through its online platform. Personal desk top or lap top computer with internet access is required for students in online programs. Students are required to have Microsoft office for all online classes. Student ServicesStudent services are provided three ways: electronically, telephonically or in person. Adequate personnel are provided by the University to meet student service needs. Distance education students receive the same services as on-campus students. (See the Student Services section elsewhere in this catalog for services provided.) Academic AdvisingStudents are assigned a faculty member to provide academic advising. To encourage successful completion of a program, staff members' e-mail addresses are available to assist with academic concerns. Keiser University's distance learning activities are a one-on-one activity. Faculty members provide appropriate tutoring based on individual needs. Each faculty member can be contacted 24 hours per day, 7 days per week via his or her e-mail account. Response time per student request is within twenty-four (24) hours. If a student needs help in understanding electronic platforms or utilization of the University's website, 24 hours per day, 7 days per week service is provided by the Help Desk, which is available by telephone (toll free or via e-mail). TestingKeiser University's technical and academic programs provide for a variety of testing services. Tests are provided online through the University's distance learning platform. A variety of tests can be administered electronically, telephonically or in person if practical. In certain cases, students may be assigned to local test centers where local proctors or professional test sites have been secured. Delivery of BooksThe University's Bookstore is online for professional use. Books can be ordered via bookstore website or in person at the online bookstore in Ft. Lauderdale. If a student plans to visit a campus to obtain his/her textbooks, he/she should call prior to a visit to confirm that online classroom books are available. Once ordered, books are delivered via UPS in five to seven business days. Online orders should be placed no more than three weeks prior to class start to ensure proper materials for online classroom activities and correct book editions are purchased. Learning ResourcesKeiser University’s Library is a university wide “system library” with a branch located at each brick and mortar campus as well as an electronic collection of resources; all of which serve both online and on campus students and faculty. The library holds membership in a plethora of specialized state and private library consortia, and is a participant in the online Ask-A-Librarian program. The library’s collections are curated and managed by a team of more than 25 professional librarians each of whom holds a master of library science degree from an American Library Association Accredited institution. The library’s combined collections currently total well over 120,000 titles and continue to expand. In addition the library provides access to over 80 electronic database resources, e-books and dozens of specialized subject related links. The main library is open more than 75 hours per week. Training in the utilization of the library’s general and specialized resources is provided through online videos, and presentations that are located on the library’s website as well as by telephone, e-mail, and in person. The library publishes tip sheets and subject pathfinders and makes them freely available for each of the various programs of study offered at the university. Training sessions are provided to students early in their programs of study and the library prides itself on making such training available upon demand in a variety of different formats. 
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