Distance Learning at Mt. SAC
Distance Learning (DL) is the official designation for online classes at Mt. SAC. Find resources here for students and professors who take or teach distance learning courses at Mt. SAC, or those who are interested in learning how to take or teach in a distance learning modality at Mt. SAC.
Student DL Resources
Wondering what Distance Learning is and how to get started? Or maybe you're in an online class and you're wondering what to do next? Perhaps you've run into problems and you are looking for help and support. You've come to the right place!
Click "Student DL Resources Home" button below to learn more about being an online student at Mt. SAC including how to register, how to determine if you are ready to learn online, and what resources Mt. SAC provides for online students. See the quick links to jump to specific resources.
Student Quick Links
- Types of distance learning at Mt. SAC
- Getting started in a distance learning course
- Is distance learning for me? Tutorials for Readiness
- Tips for Success in online courses
- Mt. SAC services for online students
- The CVC Course Exchange at Mt. SAC
- Looking for information to find your courses online? Courses are hosted in Canvas. Get Started in Canvas
Faculty DL Resources
Professors must earn and maintain distance learning (DL) certification to teach online and hybrid courses at Mt. SAC. Our local certification process is called SPOT, which stands for "Skills and Pedagogy for Online Teaching." Courses must also be approved to be taught in a DL format through the Distance Learning Committee (DLC).
Click the "Faculty DLResources Home" button below to find information and resources you need to teach online at Mt. SAC, including training programs, evaluation processes, and where to find already approved courses and certified faculty. See the quick links to jump to specific resources.
