Distance Education courses may not be right for all students.
They give students greater freedom of scheduling but they also
can require more self-discipline than on-campus courses. How
well DE courses fit into your educational and career goals
depends on many factors. Students must be able to create the
right environment, have specific study habits and understand the
technical and academic requirements for CSM classes. For
students who meet the requirements below, Distance Education
courses are as effective as on-campus courses in terms of
student learning. With no physical campus around them to screen
out distractions, and no regular class meetings to remind them
about next week's homework or allow time for questions, distance
education students must create their own learning environment.
Successful distance learning requires: - a reliable, private
place to work (your office cubicle, home study, library or CSM
computer lab) - reliable access to a computer with Internet
access and an individual email account