How does eLearning Work?
 

eLearning is an interactive mode of learning where students and instructors share information and a high level of interaction. The virtual classroom consists of newsgroups with continual dialogue and discussion. The instructor provides weekly lectures and course content while facilitating the learning process of the group. Even though students attend through their home computers, it is a very interactive learning environment. Midstate College is committed to providing a quality learning experience for students that is equivalent to the quality instruction they would receive in a traditional classroom.
 
Technology Requirements for eLearning Courses
 

In order to participate in eLearning at Midstate College, students must have access to a computer with the following requirements:

  • Operating System
    • Windows XP (Service Pack 2 recommended)
    • Windows Vista
    • Mac OS X 10.4 or higher
  • Memory
    • 256 megabytes of RAM (512 or more recommended)
  • Browser
    • Internet Explorer 6.0 (7.0 or higher recommended)
    • Mozilla Firefox 1.5 (2.0 or higher recommended)
  • Software
    • Up-to-date antivirus software (Norton AntiVirus or McAfee VirusScan recommended. Antivirus software is available for purchase through the Midstate College Bookstore)
    • Adobe Flash Player
    • Adobe Reader 7.0 or higher
    • Sun Java Runtime Environment 5.0 or higher
    • Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007 (Microsoft Office is available for purchase through the Midstate College Bookstore)
  • Internet Connection
    • 56 kb/s or faster Internet connection (DSL or Cable modem recommended)
  • Screen Resolution
    • 1024 X 768 @ 32 bit color recommended
  • Hardware
    • CD-ROM drive and/or DVD-ROM Drive
    • Speakers
    • Printer
  • Hardware
    • CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive
    • Speakers
    • Printer