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Contingent upon the needs of the unit, faculty/instructors must consult with their respective departmental chairs/college to select the most appropriate instructional delivery modality for their specific course section(s), as noted in the WVU catalog.
There is no “one-size-fits-all” response to this instructional planning challenge. Recommended approaches will vary based on discipline/content type, section capacity, instructor preferences, availability of teaching support, unit needs, external accreditation requirements, and the specific learning outcomes being addressed. Below are the options currently available.
Correspondence* |
Entirely Online
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Entirely Online
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Course content and exams are usually delivered via distance education technologies. Interaction between the instructor and the student is limited, is not regular, or substantive, or is primarily initiated by the student. Can be self-paced. |
100% of class sessions are delivered via distance education technologies. There are no campus visits or visits to designated sites. No synchronous events can be required. Cannot be self-paced. Substantive instructor-initiated interaction is present. |
100% of class sessions are delivered via distance education technologies. There are no campus visits or visits to designated sites required. Synchronous learning events may be required throughout the course. Cannot be self-paced. Substantive instructor-initiated interaction is present. May have both synchronous and asynchronous elements. |
Mostly Online |
Hybrid |
Hybrid-Flexible
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At least 75% of class sessions are delivered via distance education technologies. This type of course requires students to travel to campus or other designated sites to attend an orientation, take exams, or participate in other on-site experiences. Substantive instructor-initiated interaction is present. (The instructor decides which portions of the class are offered in person vs. online.) |
At least 50% but less than 75% of class sessions are delivered via distance education technologies, but some visits to a classroom or designated instructional site are required. (The instructor decides which portions of the class are offered in person vs. online.) |
All core class content is available f2f and online, and there are variations in instructional delivery. Students may choose to attend on campus, online, or a combination of both based on preference. The course must meet the requirements listed in one of the “entirely online” sections above. May have both synchronous and asynchronous online elements. Special note for AY20-21: Given the 50% seating capacity limitation in classrooms (to maintain social distancing), in-person seat availability will limit the element of choice in many cases. In select course sections, physical attendance may be required on certain days and students will be informed accordingly. |
Traditional/ On-Campus
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The majority of instruction is provided in a face-to-face classroom setting and physical attendance is expected. However, students may be expected to regularly supplement their learning through the use of distance learning technology. |
*Correspondence courses must be approved via the Assistant Provost for Curriculum and Assessment in advance.
Note: Percentages are provided as a general guideline and are not intended to be a precise measurement.