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Course Delivery Options

Walsh College offers course delivery options designed to give students maximum choice and flexibility.  Courses are small, averaging 25 students per class.  All courses, no matter which delivery method used, incorporate various media and utilize the college's chosen Course Management System (CMS), Moodle.  Courses include a Help feature within Moodle that instantly pages the Online Learning technology staff, which typically resolves requests within 24 hours. To ensure success, students taking their first course at Walsh College must enroll in and successfully complete an online orientation.  MDL 001 Orientation for Online Courses is free of charge. Students must have access to a computer that meets all hardware and software requirements.

Walsh College uses the following definitions to explain the difference between the delivery options available:

Online (V) course:

  • Entirely remote/online, with no live attendance options.
  • Students can access pre-recorded lectures, course materials, and assignments through the college’s learning management system (LMS). Students have the flexibility to study and complete coursework at their own pace within a set timeframe.
  • Ideal for students with variable schedules and those who prefer maximum flexibility to learn at their own speed without the need for real-time interaction.

Interactive Online (VS) course:

  • Entirely online, with live attendance options via Zoom.
  • Courses are delivered through scheduled Zoom sessions where students can interact with instructors and classmates in real-time.  Recordings of live sessions are also available in the course for later review.
  • Ideal for students who benefit from the option of real-time interaction for specific subjects but still need the flexibility to attend classes remotely.

Hybrid Live (VH) course: 

  • Entirely online, with live attendance options via Zoom or on campus.
  • This modality offers the most flexibility, allowing students to choose between attending live sessions via Zoom or in person on campus.  The option to switch between online and on-campus attendance provides convenience and adaptability to individual schedules and preferences.
  • Ideal for students who appreciate face-to-face interaction for specific subjects when possible but also need the option to attend remotely due to work or personal commitments.