Is OL for you?

If you prefer to study at your own pace in the comforts of your home or office, or if you live a distance from our campuses, these courses are for you. Online Learning students should have self-discipline and excellent reading, writing, and analytic skills. In addition to the study skills necessary for post-secondary learning, there are some specific skills that you will require to be a successful distance learner. These include:

• extra emphasis on goal setting
• self-discipline and time management
• ability to monitor your own progress
• willingness to ask for help when needed
• dedication to search for information
• computer skills
• excellent communication skills
• ability to work independently

Technical requirements for online courses

Full-time online programs at Algonquin College are defined as full-time education in an off-campus learning environment i.e. work or home, from a quality instructor through the use of internet/web-based material.

Full-time online programs offer:

• The same credentials as on-campus programs
• An equivalent course and work load of on-campus programs but can be structured and scheduled around personal/ work life
• The opportunity to access course work, class discussions and other learning tools 24/7 at your fingertips

Part-time online programs are the best way to fit quality education into your busy life. In the comforts of your own home or office, you can use your spare time to complete the program of your choice.

Part-time programs offer:

• Flexibility around your work and life schedule
• Easy accessibility through web-based programming at all times of the day
• Quality programs and courses with part-time commitment