While the Michigan Tech experience is based on in-person teaching and learning, the
University also offers courses and programs designed to fit the needs of nontraditional
learners. No matter the method of course delivery, all Michigan Tech courses and programs
provide a rigorous learning experience. Students should expect to spend at least 45
hours of effort for each course credit.
What Kind of Learning is Right for Me?
Instructional Characteristics by Mode
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In‑Person |
Blended In‑Person |
Remote |
Blended Remote |
Online |
| Students are required to meet on campus at regularly scheduled times |
X |
X |
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| Course resources are delivered entirely online using virtual technologies |
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|
X |
X |
X |
| Students are not required to be on campus |
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X |
X |
X |
| Students are not required to attend classes at set meeting times |
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X |
| Course resources are delivered through online tools and require internet access and
computer resources |
X |
X |
X |
X |
X |
Definitions
Definitions of Course-Level Instructional Modalities1
Instruction is delivered in person on a regular schedule for all class meetings. While
computers and other internet technologies may be used for class activities, these
courses are primarily delivered face to face in a classroom on campus or at another
specified location. On-campus/on-site attendance is required.
Instruction includes at least one weekly in-person scheduled component that will meet
face to face. Other instructional components may use technologies to supplant some,
but not all, face-to-face instruction, reducing the time physically spent on campus/on
site. These courses are not intended for distance learners, as some on-campus/on-site
attendance is required.
Instruction is delivered live and synchronously using internet and/or other distance
delivery technologies such as Zoom during scheduled class meeting times. Class attendance
is expected. No on-campus/on-site attendance is required. These courses are intended
to provide distance students access to a live and interactive experience.
Instruction includes at least one weekly component that will be delivered synchronously
using internet and/or other distance delivery technologies such as Zoom. Other course
activities will be completed asynchronously. No on-campus/on-site attendance is required.
All course activity is conducted asynchronously using internet and/or other distance
delivery methods. There are no in-person sessions and no requirements for on-campus
activities. Online instruction consists entirely of online elements that facilitate
the three critical student interactions: with content, with the instructor, and with
other students. These courses are not self-paced; most assignments will have due dates,
and group assignments may require synchronous meetings with group members. Online
courses must be completed according to how they are scheduled within the academic
calendar.
1Instructional-modality definitions adapted from OLC Definitions of E-Learning Courses and Programs Version 2.0 April 4, 2015
Definitions for Program-Level Delivery Modalities
There are courses included in this program that are delivered in the “In-Person” or
“Blended– In-Person” instructional modalities. The degree/credential can only be completed
with significant on-campus/on-site activities.
A majority of the courses in this program are available in the synchronous “Remote
Instruction” or asynchronous “Online Instruction” modalities; however, in-person educational
activities will be required. Residency requirements vary by degree/certificate.
All courses in this program are available in the synchronous “Remote Instruction”
or asynchronous “Online Instruction” modalities. A student is not required to be on
campus/on site for any component of the degree/certificate.
All courses in this program are available in the “Online” instructional modality.
A student is not required to be on campus/on site for any component of the degree/certificate.