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Student Expectations

As an online learner with Goodwin College you are expected to:

• Meet all appropriate deadlines
  From the application process to the course assignment deadlines to preparing for graduation there are deadlines every step of the way that have been established to make the process easier for students to achieve their goals. It is the student’s responsibility to meet all appropriate deadlines. Routinely review the Academic Calendar and adhere to the deadlines. Start with completing your official application documents within the first term to meeting graduation intent deadlines.
• Use your Goodwin email
  The Goodwin College email is your official notification for all that goes on with your program and events and notices related to the College. Be sure to read your email and keep all correspondence with Goodwin staff and faculty for future reference.
• Go through the orientation
  The orientation for online learners has been designed to assist students to have a successful educational experience with their online courses. Information on how to access Blackboard and other learning tools are included in the orientation along with valuable resources on how to learn in the online environment.
• Make sure that your computer meets the technical requirements and that you have adequate Internet connection.
  Students must have access to a working computer that they have administrator rights on and access to the Internet. Students can use Goodwin College computer labs, a public library, etc. to access the Internet but some courses may require the ability to download course related software.
• Make sure you are ready for online learning
  Distance Education works on 7 ½ week terms. Does your learning style match an accelerate course pace? Do you have the time to dedicate to an interactive course? Distance Education courses are not self-paced courses, you must meet all the timelines established by the instructor and participate in all activities assigned.
• Read your academic catalog
  Your academic catalog is your “bible” for your degree program. Please familiarize yourself with your degree program. The catalogs can be found here. Pay close attention to admission requirements and prerequisite courses. Know the requirements for your degree plan. If you have questions your academic counselor will assist you.
• Access your Distance Education course on Blackboard
  Click on this link to login to your online courses.
• Be sure to read and follow your syllabus.
• Be sure to register during the registration timeframes
  Register early and order your books. Distance Education runs on 7 ½ week terms. Waiting until the first week of classes to register and order books is too late. It is the online learners’ responsibility to be prepared for the first day of the term.
• Work with your instructor
  While in an online course the online learners are expected to work with the faculty who teach the course when questions arise related to the course and the grades. The staff cannot “fix a grade”. Once the course is completed for a grade and there are still issues, there are appropriate procedures that online learners must follow to address their concerns.
• Be courteous, polite and respectful
  To faculty, staff and fellow students. Inappropriate behaviors and comments will not be tolerated.
• Be ethical in your coursework
  Cheating, plagiarism, and other such behaviors will not be tolerated at Goodwin College. Specific penalties will be determined by the faculty and the consequences will adhere to Goodwin College policy (See Student Handbook).
• Notify the College re: American with Disability Act
  Eligible students, with appropriate documentation, will be provided equal opportunity to demonstrate their academic skills and potential through the provision of academic adaptations and reasonable accommodations. Further information can be found here.

Students may contact Joe Cary, DRC, by visiting the Academic Advising Office or by calling 860-727-6718 or by email at jcary@goodwin.edu.