Introduction to eLearning
What is eLearning and how does it work at Bellevue College?
eLearning is an online alternative to a traditional classroom learning experience.
What is eLearning?
Although it goes by different names, we typically refer to it as “eLearning.” eLearning typically involves using the internet – alone or with other technologies – to teach or take a course.
eLearning at Bellevue College encompasses all online and hybrid courses, and the use of Canvas, our Learning Management System (LMS). Bellevue College offers classes and even entire programs via an elearning format. Our programs include online associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and certificates.
How Does eLearning Work at Bellevue College?
In an online course, your instruction is delivered via Canvas, the Bellevue College Learning Management System, rather than in a face-to-face classroom. Think of Canvas as a virtual classroom.
Class Attendance
At Bellevue College, instructors set their own attendance standards. For online courses, logging into the class, participating in discussions, and submitting assignments are usually considered “attendance.”
You must log in to your online class on the first day of the quarter or let your instructor know on or before the first day if you cannot “attend” class. Your instructor may request that Student Central withdraw you from the course if you fail to log in.
Where Can I Get Help With Canvas?
We offer three types of training for students, for different levels of familiarity with Canvas, in different formats, and for different schedules.
Online Workshop
This is an in-depth, hands-on, self-paced Canvas training with daily tasks, discussions, assignments, and a quiz online over four days. Online registration is required.
60-Minute Student Canvas Training: Online or On-Campus
Your Canvas navigation refresher for existing or returning students lasting 60 minutes, providing useful tips and resources during a presentational-style session with Q&A at the end.
No need to register, drop in the first week of the quarter.
Online – Weekly
Your online Canvas Training drop-in. Zoom sessions offered after the first week, for most of the quarter, to ask your Canvas-related questions as they come up and gain some useful tips.
Strategies, Resources, and Tools for eLearning Success
We offer a number of tools and resources for students on making the most of their eLearning courses.
Strategies
To start with, make sure to log in to your course on the first day of class, dedicate time each day to completing your course assignments, and have reliable technology and an Internet connection.
We have more tips that really work, and can connect you with support on and off campus.
Resources and Tools
Do you need to attend Zoom meetings? Are you wondering how to successfully use AI in your courses? We care about your success and can point you toward a number of tools and resources to help you succeed.
Still have questions? Browse our most Frequently Asked Questions.