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School for Business
- Introduction to Human Resource Management
The Audrey Cohen School for
Human Services and Education
- Purpose 1 – Skills: Critical Thinking & Writing
- Purpose 2 – Systems: Social, Political and Economic Aspects of Human Delivery Systems
- Purpose 2 – Skills: Math for Human Services
- Purpose 3 – Constructive Action
- Purpose 4 – Self & Others: Theories of Learning
- Purpose 5 – Online Counseling Supervision
- Purpose 6 – Values: Comparative Philosophies of Communities
- Purposes 3-7 - Advanced Standing
- Purpose 8 – Promoting and Empowering Change
School for Public Affairs
- Purpose C – Self & Others: Market Research as a Strategy for Citizen Participation
- MPA Constructive Action
Online Learning at MCNY
How Online Learning Works at MCNY
MCNY offers several of its courses online.
MCNY's Online Learning Program was created to meet the needs of busy professionals who require flexible learning options. The courses we've created are a result of extensive research into effective teaching techniques and our experience as educators we try to make our approach student-centered:
- At MCNY, Online Learning is an extension of our Purposed-Centered educational philosophy. Instead of having courses structured around academic priorities, our online learning experience focuses on student needs and the reality of what students will need to know for the future. Our courses are relevant in terms of content and in terms of developing the skill set to use the Internet as an educational medium.
- At MCNY we develop our schedules and priorities around yours. That makes it easier for you to get the education and degree that you want and need, Online learning is just one of the many ways that MCNY students can structure their learning and their time to meet other life obligations.
All you need is a computer and access to the Internet. If you do not have a computer or Internet access, you can use any of MCNY's Computer Learning Centers, conveniently located in lower Manhattan, Queens, and the Bronx. Many public libraries also have computers available for use. In addition, throughout the metropolitan area there are numerous "cybercafes" and computer facilities that allow users to "rent" time online.
Some of our courses are taught entirely online and for others you will be required to log-on one session per week at a set time and this will be your virtual classroom where you will share information with the professor and fellow students in “real time.” The rest of your coursework can be completed on your own schedule; you will have access to lectures and assignments and can review these offline at your convenience. In addition, you'll have access to online research libraries and services.
FAQs
Q: What is an online learning course and how is it different from a traditional course?
A: An online learning course is given in whole or in part over the Internet. We offer pure online courses given completely over the Internet and hybrid or blended courses that combine face-to-face sessions and online sessions.
Q: How do I find out if any of my courses are offered online?
A: Click on the school where you are registered (School for Business, The Audrey Cohen School for Human Services and Education, The School for Public Affairs and Administration), click on your degree program and scroll down to the course listings. For the most up-to-date information, contact us, Students Services, or the Registrar’s Office.
Q: How do I register for an online course?
A: You register for an online course the same way that you register for any other course, through the Registrar’s Office. Please note that the first session of an online course normally meets in a classroom. If you want to take a specific online course and are having a problem, contact us or the instructor.
Q: Do online courses involve more work or less work than face-to-face courses?
A: Online courses involve exactly the same amount of work as you do for a face-to-face course. The main differences are
- That you have online discussions and sessions instead of classroom sessions and
- That you usually can do these sessions whenever you like, and not just at a particular scheduled time.
Q: What kinds of things do you do in an online course?
A: In many ways, online courses are no different from face-to-face courses. You do the same reading, conduct the same research, solve the same problems and write the same papers as you do in a face-to-face course. You sometimes use the Internet more (and the library less) for research. You also use online discussion boards and may submit assignments by fax, email or a digital drop box. You may also have “virtual classroom” sessions and online chat in which you take a class at a particular time over the Internet.
Q: Can I take my entire degree online?
A: Not yet. But we have plans to create degree programs available entirely online soon.
Q: I was assigned to a face-to-face section and I want to switch to the online section. How can I do this?
A: First, see a counselor in Student Services. If there is a problem switching, contact us.
Q: I would prefer to take one of my courses face-to-face but I have been assigned to the online section. How do I transfer into the face-to-face section?
A: Again see a counselor in Student Services. If there is a problem switching, contact us.
Q: I am having trouble using the system - what do I do?
A: Contact or call us at extension 3015.
Q: I have some ideas about how to make the online learning program better (or I have a complaint about one of my online courses.) What do I do?
A: We love to hear all comments about our program. Please email Laurence Miller, the Director of Online Learning x 2431
Online Learning Student Center
Each student enrolled in an MCNY Online Learning course has his or her own home page. (If you know your password, click here to log-in now or, if you need information on how to access your homepage or get your password, email us. When you sign up for an online course, the first session most likely will take place in the classroom and we will provide training. We also provide ongoing support and troubleshooting, email us right now if you are having a problem.
Online Learning Faculty Center
If you need guidance in developing your online course, we're here to help. Just email us with your questions.
In addition, to help you in structuring online courses, below is a list of resources that you might find helpful:
How to Register for an Online Learning Course
You register for online classes the same way you register for regular classes. Please note that the first session of an online class usually meets in a classroom.
Contact Us
Phone: (800) 33 THINK or (212) 343-1234 ext 2431
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