Class modailties

What class structure fits you?

Wondering what the different instruction modalities (also known as delivery methods) mean? View our handy modality sheet below explaining all the different ways instruction can be offered at OCCC:

Face to Face “On Campus”

These courses will be offered entirely in face-to-face format. Students will attend class at specified times and at a specified location

These courses are best if you:

  • prefer to learn with in person instruction
  • like being able to ask questions with immediate feedback
  • want to be able to collaborate with other students face-to-face
  • like having a set schedule

Hybrid

These courses will have some course material delivered online. Students will also attend class at specific times and at a specified location.

These courses are best if you:

  • like structure of a set in-person class schedule
  • like the addition of online material
  • like the balance of structure and self-direction
  • want to try out online learning with support of face to face instructor

Online

These courses consist of fully online(asynchronous) instruction & learning. Students participate via Canvas. Students meet regular deadlines and milestones throughout the course, but can participate in the course based on their schedules. Synchronous class meetings are not required.

These courses are best if you:

  • have excellent time-management skills
  • like the convenience of learning from home
  • have strong technology skills
  • have an irregular schedule between work & family
  • are an independent, self-motivated learner
  • are able to have a place to work with little distraction
  • have access to internet and a reliable computer

Livestream

These courses are 100% remote and exclude online courses. Students attend class sessions remotely at scheduled times (synchronously). There are no on-campus requirements. Students must be prepared to block class meeting times in their schedule and participate during those times.

These courses are best if you:

  • like learning from home in real time with
    an instructor
  • like immediate feedback
  • like having a set class schedule
  • like the convenience of learning from home
  • have strong technology skills
  • have a working camera/microphone for
    Zoom, and willingness to use these items
Remote synchronous
participation involves
streaming live video.
Broadband internet and
Windows 10 or higher
operating system
recommended.

HyFlex

These courses are uniquely designed to meet a wide variety of student needs. They are simultaneously offered face-to-face, online (asynchronous) and remote synchronous (Zoom). Attend in the classroom when you can, participate online when it works better for you.

These courses are best if you:

  • like the flexibility of being able to participate by different modalities (face-to-face, remote, etc.)
  • have an irregular schedule between work & family
  • like the ability to view lecture material in a different format (i.e. recorded lectures)
  • experience/expect to experience changing circumstances throughout the term
Remote synchronous
participation involves
streaming live video.
Broadband internet and
Windows 10 or higher
operating system
recommended.

No matter the modailty, access to a reliable computer and internet connection is essential for your success. All courses require access to Canvas, Hotspot and laptop checkout are available from Student Services. (541) 867-8501.

Still have questions about the course format that will best support your success? Contact an OCCC advisor: https://oregoncoast.edu/advising/