When
do online classes begin?
.Access to
your online will be available after 12:00 noon on the first
official day of the semester. Although it is not necessary for
all students to log in simultaneously at 12:00, we do recommend
that you access your online course at some time on the first
day of the semester so that you may consult the syllabus and
assignments that have been posted by your professor.
How do I log into my online course?
1. Use your Web browser (e.g., Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator)
to locate the following URL: http://webct.njcu.edu
2. Click on “Log in to my WebCT”
3. When prompted, enter your GothicNet ID and password. This
is the ID and password you use to access the NJCU GothicNet
portal to register for classes, check your grades, or access
other campus information.
4. All courses in which you are enrolled appear on your MyWebCT
page. To enter a course, click on its name.
What
equipment and /or software will I need to participate?
You
can find the list of hardware and software requirements for
participation in an online course at: http://newlearning.njcu.edu/dl/requirements.
What is WebCT?
WebCT is a learning management system that is used for most
online courses offered by NJCU. This system provides faculty
and students with a full range of tools for web based teaching
and learning and since is totally web based, you do not need
to have any special software installed on your computer to use
it. All communication with your professor and classmates (including
e-mail) occurs within your WebCT course which you can access
anywhere and any time you have access to the Internet and a
supported browser.
Please
Note: WebCT is used for all online courses at NJCU with the
exception of a small number of courses offered in the MA in
Educational Technology program.
How
do I save files using Microsoft Office 2007?
If your professor is unable to open a document saved
with Microsoft Office, you need to change the format used to
save your file. Select Word 97-2003 Document
when using Word. Excel lists it as 97-2003 Workbook.
You may also change a default setting in Office 2007 so that
all files saved thereafter are backwards compatible. See the
following website for instructions on saving files: http://www.ms-office2007.com/
Is
there anything special I should do before beginning my course?
If
you are a first time online learner, we recommend that you complete
the CyberPrimer,our online tutorial before logging into your
course for the first time. The CyberPrimer will be available
to you two weeks before the official start of the semester.
If you are taking a course that will utilize WebCT, you may
access the CyberPrimer by following the instructions above for
logging into your course. If your course does not use
WebCT, instructions for accessing the CyberPrimer will be sent
to you by mail. WebCT users should also do the WebCT
Browser Tune-up before their first course access. Instructions
for doing the tune-up may be found at:
Where
can I purchase my textbook for my on-line course?
If your online course requires a textbook, you may purchase
it at the New Jersey City University Campus Bookstore located
on the first floor of the Gilligan Student Union Building on
the NJCU Campus. You may also purchase your textbook through
the bookstore's website at: http://njcu.bncollege.com.
The phone number of the bookstore is: (201) 200-3503.
Online
students may also wish to browse major online bookstores such
as Amazon and Barnes
& Noble for textbooks and recommended course readings.
What
is an access code?
If your professor has adopted publisher prepared content called
an "e-Pack" for your course, you will need an access
code (in addition to your user name and password) when you enter
your course for the first time. You will find the access code
bundled with the textbook for your course - so please use care
in making sure you purchase the correct text for your course.
The access code is typically a series of letters and numbers
and each access code can only be entered once (i.e., you cannot
use another student's access code). See our e-Pack
page for more information. If you purchased a used textbook,
you will need to purchase the access code separately by visiting
the WebCT website: http://www.webct.com
How do I know what day and
time to log into my course?
Unless your professor has scheduled a chat or some other learning
activity that requires all students to be logged in synchronously
(at the same time), there is no prescribed time for you to log
into your course. A major advantage of online learning is the
flexibility and convenience it affords in allowing your to work
on your course according to your individual schedule and needs.
We do encourage students to check into the courses frequently
(on a daily basis if possible) in order to keep pace with required
discussions, activities and assignments.
How
much time should I expect to devote to my online course?
This is a
difficult question which is dependent (among other things) on
the type of learner you are, the nature of the course, and how
much you wish to get out of it. At minimum, you should plan
on spending at least the number of hours you would have spent
in the classroom plus whatever additional time is necessary
for out-of-class assignments.
Can
I access my online course while I am traveling?
Since no
special software is required, you can access your online course
anywhere and any time you have access to the Internet and a
recommended browsed (e.g. hotel rooms, the airport, Internet
cafes, etc.).
Will
I have access to library resources?
All NJCU
students have access to a full range of library resources available
through the Congressman Frank J. Guarini Library including electronic
reference materials and databases which can be access remotely.
In addition, each online student has access to the Library's
Information Literacy tutorial. NJCU students also have direct
access to NJCU librarian by phone and e-mail and through the
24/7 assistance provided by the Qand/NJ Ask a Librarian service.
Further information about library services may be found at the
Congressman Frank
J. Guarini Library website.
How
long will my online course be available?
You will
have access to your course only during the official stated semester/session
as indicated by the University's academic calendar. It is, therefore,
your responsibility to retain copies any work or correspondence
posted to WebCT for any future reference. All WebCT course sites,
including content, are routinely removed from the WebCT server
at the conclusion of each semester/session.
I have read through all of the Frequently
Asked Questions and cannot find the answer to my question. Where
can I get help?
You may contact the Office of Online Learning during business
hours at (201) 200-3449 or send an e-mail message to dlsupport@njcu.edu.
A response will be made within twenty-four hours.
