Winter Online

Winter Intersession

* Winter Intersession hours are NOT included in the winter quarter course load and are charged seperately.

Winter Intersession tuition and fees will be determined soon. If you are currently receiving financial aid, you may request some of the aid to be applied to Winter Intersession.

Because Winter Intersession classes are condensed from a full quarter, add and drop dates are different. Click here to view specific add/drop dates for Winter Intersession courses.

To get started:

Take the E-Learning Readiness Survey (See if an online course is right for you.) Click on http://ohio.readi.info On the next screen enter the following:

ID=OUOnline
Password=Cats

1. Review Technical Requirements and hardware capacity
2. Register before the first day of the quarter.
3. Activate your university e-mail account at:   technology.ohio.edu/myaccount/activate.html
4. Purchase textbook(s) or supplies
5. Email your professor(s) by the third day of class so he/she knows you've begun work on the class. Failure to make contact with your professor may result in you being disallowed to continue in the course.
6. Begin class work
   (You will receive from us an e-mail message letting you know how and when to access the course.)
   If you wish to access Alden Library distance learning services please follow this link www.library.ohiou.edu/serv/offcampus.html
7. Notify the Ohio University Online staff of your proctored exam arrangements (if required for your course(s)).
8. Review or download Tips for Online Success.

Academic Dishonesty
Acts of Academic Dishonesty can result in lowered grade for the work in question and/or course as deemed appropriate by the instructor. Serious cases may also be referred to the Director of University Judiciaries for further action which may include suspension or dismissal. For a description of an act of Academic Dishonesty, consult Ohio University, Faculty Handbo ok Sec. VIII.F., or Student Regulations.

Academic Accommodation
If you have a documented disability that requires an accommodation, please notify your instructor within the first week of the quarter.

Words of Advice

Ohio University Online classes offer flexibility and convenience, but are demanding and may not be the best option for all students.

Taking a web-based course means more than just using a computer. It requires you, the student, to change your role in the learning process and become more of an active learner. You must take responsibility for your own learning. Self-discipline and self-motivation become very important.

You also need a solid set of computer skills for optimal success. The skills needed include knowing how to operate your computer and perform tasks such as being able to cut and paste, save your files in several different formats, and save your files to a variety of locations. Your internet skills should include knowing how to log in, use e-mail and e-mail attachments, use your browser effectively, make bookmarks, chat, and use search functions.

Time management and organizational skills are also very important. In an online environment, you must be res ourceful and able to work independently. Manage your time well and DO NOT wait until the last minute to turn in your assignments.

For more tips on how to be successful in online learning, please go to www.ohiou.edu/ouonline/ask.html.