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Online Learning

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If attending classes on a regular basis during the day or evening is simply not possible with your busy schedule, we have the solution. Using our online learning system, you can take classes virtually wherever you want.

New to online learning and taking online classes? See our New Online Learning Student Guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

Online Learning is any instructional opportunity that reaches beyond the college campus by technology.

Technology-based courses require access to the appropriate technology students who can function in an independent study environment.

Though all courses are supervised by SCC faculty, the online student is seldom required to attend formal class meetings. The electronically delivered online learning courses are ideal opportunities for the self-motivated, independent learner, and the learner who is working and does not have a consistent schedule.

Your online classes are taught through KCTCS using Blackboard. You must log into Blackboard using the same login name and password that you use to access your KCTCS email and PeopleSoft accounts.

If you have problems with Blackboard, please email SCCOnlineLearning@kctcs.edu.

Complete the following tasks before you start class and perform these tasks regularly. Many technical issues can be resolved by these tasks:

  • Disable the popup blocker
  • Enable JavaScript and Java
  • Enable cookies
  • Clear cache
  • Delete cookies

You can search for these features based on your chosen browser; however, Firefox is the recommended browser for optimal performance.

There may be issues in submitting assignments and tests if other browsers are used. If the above actions do not resolve the issue, you may contact the associated software Technical Support listed below:

Email is an integral part of the online learning process. You are responsible for checking your student email regularly. Be aware that some online instructors will communicate with you through your campus email while others may require that all class-related communication take place within the Blackboard course site. It is your responsibility to use the communication method required by your professor.

More than 1,100 courses are available for dozens of programs leading to a wide variety of degrees, diplomas, and certificates. You can also transfer credits to other institutions.

MacBook Users

If you're using a MacBook, you may run into issues when uploading files to Blackboard Ultra due to file formats, browser settings, or Mac-specific file extensions. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth upload process.

  • For PDFs: Save as .pdf instead of .pages
    • How? Open the file → Click File → Select Export To → Choose PDF
  • For Images: Save as .jpg or .png instead of .heic
    • How? Open the image in Preview → Click File → Select Export → Choose JPEG or PNG

After creating the new file format, upload to appropriate Blackboard assignment area as noted by instructor.

Chromebook/Google Docs Users

Chromebooks default to Google file formats (Docs, Slides, Sheets), which may not be compatible with Blackboard Ultra. Convert files before uploading.

  • Google Docs → Microsoft Word (.docx)
    • How? Open the document → Click File → Download → Microsoft Word (.docx)
  • Google Slides → PowerPoint (.pptx)
    • How? Open the slides → Click File → Download → Microsoft PowerPoint (.pptx)
  • Google Sheets → Excel (.xlsx)
    • How? Open the sheet → Click File → Download → Microsoft Excel (.xlsx)
  • Save as PDF (if required by your instructor)
    • How? Open the file → Click File → Download → PDF (.pdf)

After creating the new file format, upload to appropriate Blackboard assignment area as noted by instructor.

For more information, contact SCC Online Learning Support at SCCOnlineLearning@kctcs.edu.