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Welcome to [Class Name] at [College]

Course Section Number: [insert section number]

Course Number: [Insert Course Number]

Course Name: [Insert Course Name]

About Me

Instructor: [Insert Name]

Instructor Email: [Insert email]

Format: [select the correct format and delete other text 100% Online / Partially Online etc.]

Introduction

Welcome to your online [class & crn#]. My name is [How you want students to address you]. [Please write an original paragraph welcoming students to your course and introduce the various information provided below (when students need to log into Canvas and any assignments they need to complete within the first day and/or week of class, description of class type, Technical Support, Waitlist, Drop policy, etc.).]

[select the appropriate course format for your course and delete the other course descriptions below]

Fully Online are 100% online asynchronous courses. There are no in person or scheduled class meetings times and all work for the course is conducted in Canvas.
Online Live: All class work is conducted online through Canvas without a requirement for real-time/live meetings.
Partially online classes offer 1%-99% of the seat time in a campus-based, in-person classroom setting, and the remainder of the class time occurs outside of a traditional classroom with the instructional class time moderated by the use of a computer and the internet. At SDCCD, we offer several types of partially online classes, all of which are considered to be Distance Education. Choose the best matching option below and delete the others.
- In-person + Asynchronous – Classes meet in a traditional classroom setting for 1-99% of the allotted time, and the remainder incorporates structured, interactive learning activities within the Canvas learning management system (LMS). This is the most common type of HyFlex class.
- In-person + Synchronous - Classes meet in a traditional classroom setting for 1-99% of the allotted time, and the remainder incorporates required or optional synchronous sessions.
HyFlex (hybrid-flexible) classes are defined as classes that allow each student to choose whether they wish to attend class online or in person – classes are “live-steamed” for students to access remotely. Students can choose their preferred method of learning on a daily basis.

Start Date

Our course begins [insert date].

Login for this course as soon as possible: Please review the Introduction module and complete the introductory activities. Participation for this week includes completing the ice breaker discussion board.

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How to Access our online course

Our online course materials will be available a week before the first day of class, (date) in Canvas. Please use either Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox to access the course. You can access the course in two ways:

Log into Canvas with your SDCCD Email

1. Please use myApps
2. Type your Username: your SDCCD email
3. Enter your password
4. Select the Canvas icon

Help with Online Learning

Is this your first time taking an online course? Visit SPOT!

Students, take advantage of this self-paced, 1 to 1.5-hour training course designed to help you succeed in the online learning environment. In this ungraded module, you’ll explore essential strategies for academic success, including the importance of cultivating a positive mindset to enhance your learning experience. You’ll also discover key skills for effectively navigating the online classroom and learn practical study habits, time management techniques, and organizational strategies that will help you stay on track and excel in your coursework.

This course is a great resource whether you're new to online learning or looking to strengthen your skills for greater academic success:

Enroll in the Student Prep & Online Training (SPOT)

Make sure you're ready!
Check out our student online readiness page to make sure you are successful this semester.

Textbook/Instructional Materials Information:

[Provide your textbook information here including edition and ISBN]

AI Policy

Visit the DE Handbook's page on Online Best Practices and scroll down to the heading section called Tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Select which option you will use in your course:

Option 1: (Allowed)
Option 2: (Conditional)
Option 3: (Not Allowed)
Option (Adapt your own)

Are you waitlisted?

If you would like to add this course. I do add up to five waitlisted students each semester. You must attend the first week of class and complete all scheduled activities by their due date to be added to the class. Remember to contact me via email to tell me you would like an add code. [add more information on your personal waitlisted policy here]

Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. Looking forward to a great semester with you!

Additional Resources

More free online digital goodies for you!

Access free online student resources, bookstore, library, and student services information on our Online Student Resources & Faqs page.

24/7 Canvas Support

New to Canvas? Or need a refresher? Use the Canvas Student Guide or Video Guide (Students) for additional support or contact the Canvas

Help Topics: Canvas Technical Support Only (e.g. posting to a discussion board, uploading an assignment, taking a quiz, etc.)
Hours: Mon-Sun: ALL DAY
Contact: Use the Help button on the left-hand gray menu when you are signed into Canvas for chat/phone support!