NRCC Online

Tips for Continuing Your Studies Online/Remotely

You will need:

Contact your instructor immediately if you do not have access to an electronic device and/or internet.

If you need help with Canvas, please call 540-674-3614.

We have many Canvas resources available if you need information or guidance regarding Canvas.

Expectations: Remote delivered, or online courses, have the same academic rigor as their face-to-face counterparts. Stay organized and focused. Establish a good workplace with necessary access and freedom from distraction.
Daily Check-in: Expect to check your email and Canvas courses daily, and be prepared to attend live video sessions online via the Zoom web conferencing tool that may be scheduled during your regularly scheduled campus class time. Ask your instructor if they will be using Zoom.
Notifications: Reading announcements and assignment notifications are crucial to having a successful online learning experience.
Time: Expect to spend as much time with your courses online as you would on-campus.
Office Hours: Take advantage of any online office hours offered.
Communicate: Take the time to promptly communicate via Canvas or email with your instructors. Ask for feedback or clarification, and be open to phone conversations and video conferencing.
Be Honest: Maintaining academic integrity is very important. Approach your work with honesty.