Below you will find some of our most frequently asked questions. If your question is not listed here or if you need further assistance after reviewing the FAQs, visit the Support section.
An online course uses a computer and the Internet to deliver lessons and for interaction between the instructor and the student and the student to other students. For students who are unable to attend classes on the A&M-Commerce campus because of distance or time conflicts, online classes allow flexibility of time and place while the objectives and content of the courses are essentially the same as those offered in the traditional classroom setting. In an online course, the student accepts responsibility for learning outcomes. The instructor's role is that of a facilitator and guide. Rather than face-to-face lectures, the instructor will provide information through online course materials and learning activities that are accessed through the Internet. Presentation of course materials will vary according to instructor design. The instructor will provide feedback and evaluation as the student completes weekly class sessions.
There are several important sources of information in addition to the instructor. Books and printed materials, as well as web-based resources, will be important. Another important source will be other students enrolled in the course.
Online learning emphasizes process. That is, online learning involves more than the accumulation and memorization of information. In online courses, high levels of collaboration and interactivity are required to seek, evaluate, and process the almost limitless amount of available and useful information. Online courses present students with opportunities to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary in the 21st century workplace.
Online courses are not easy. They are designed for students who need flexible schedules and/or reduced commuting time. You will be spending at least the same amount of time completing assignments as you would in a traditional class. Actually, most students say they devote more time to online courses. The difference is that students complete assignments at their convenience, rather than meeting a scheduled class. Research indicates that students learn as much as they do in traditional classes. In fact, many students say this type of instruction is more effective because they are active, rather than passive, learners.
You will need access to a computer that meets certain requirements and you will need access to specific software. Of course, you will also need a connection to the Internet. Depending on the course, your instructor may also have other technical and software requirements.
Check the Course Listing section of this website for more information on web-based course offerings.
Yes. Furthermore, there is no distinction made on your transcript to indicate you have chosen a different delivery method.
Students completing online courses have access to Library Resources, Career Services, Financial Aid, and the University Bookstore.
Online courses use the semester-based schedule. They begin and end at the same time as other courses. Please review our Academic Calendar for more information.
Undergraduate, Graduate, and Out-of–State students are charged differently. For more information, view the Current Tuition and Fees Schedule.
The State Legislature and the Texas A&M University System Board of Regents set tuition and fee rates. Tuition and fees during registration periods may be estimated and are subject to change. Legislation has established a tuition payment plan for the fall and spring semesters.
We have Installment Payment Plans, Tuition Loans, and Emergency Book Loans. Please visit the various webpages below to learn more.
You must first be admitted to our University and registered for the course(s).
Learn how to register using myLeo on the A&M-Commerce Registrar's webpage.
Learn about the payment methods accepted and how to pay for classes using LeoPay.
Please note, online courses are available on the first official class day of each semester and 14 days after the end of each semester.
If you have already enrolled in an online course at A&M-Commerce and need help logging in, please follow the steps below or view the tutorial video.
Remember, being registered in an online course does not mean that you will have access to your course immediately. You will not be able to access your online course until the first class day of the term.
If you are having technical difficulty with any part of Brightspace, please contact Brightspace Technical Support at 1-877-325-7778. Other support options can be found here:
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Course Content
If you have questions about course content, dates, or instructions, please contact your instructor directly during office hours or by email.
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