UCC Online Student Contract

• I understand I must devote at least 6 hours per week on each 3-credit course for which I am registered online.
• I commit to login, at minimum, to my online course(s) at least once per week.
• I understand I must check UCC Online (MOODLE) daily for changes in schedules, new assignments, announcements and or reminders from UCC or my instructor(s).
• I commit to post/participate in all discussion fora and as many times as required by each lecturer, by the given deadlines.
• I understand that if I fail to post or participate in a discussion forum, I may not be graded.
• I understand I am required to read (listen or view) all course material relevant to my course(s) on UCC Online (MOODLE). Such course materials include PowerPoint presentations, lecture notes, video or audio links or e-links.
• I will meet the additional participation requirements provided by my online Instructor (s).
• I am responsible for sourcing my books, software and any other required items for online course(s) in a timely manner.
• I am responsible for reading all required textbooks identified for the course(s) and other recommended material supplied by the instructor(s).
• I understand that it is my responsibility to plan way ahead, get started early and submit all assignments on time.
• I understand that Chat Sessions are conducted in ‘real time’ and that I am required to participate in Chat Sessions.
• I understand I may communicate with my online instructors via the “MESSAGE” feature on UCC Online (MOODLE) and that I will not contact my instructors outside of their scheduled “office hours”.
• I understand I must only use my UCC email account to communicate with my instructor(s) and UCC.
• I understand that I must check daily for emails from my UCC Online coordinator.
• I understand that it is my responsibility to use the information provided at http://courses.ucc.edu.jm to log into my course on the start date of my class, not before.
• I am comfortable with the skills needed to succeed in an online course (logging into a course with correct username and password), sending emails with attachments; posting in discussion boards; updating my virus protection software; and finding resources on the Internet.
• If I register late for my class, I will contact the instructor for all questions and concerns and allow 24 business hours for access to the course.
• I am responsible for ensuring my computer has adequate virus protection software and correct browser settings.
• I understand that, if a course is offered in an accelerated format, the time necessary to achieve the course learning outcomes will be greater than that required for a traditional class.
• I will inform my instructor and Online coordinator of absences that I anticipate over the duration of my course(s).
  Should I decide to drop my online course(s), I understand it is my responsibility to contact and advise my UCC Online coordinator at ucconline@ucc.edu.jm and my online instructor.
• I agree to use language appropriate to an academic setting in my online discussion postings, chats and emails related to my online course.
• I understand that information exchanged among students in my online course should be considered confidential and not shared outside of the online course.
• I understand some of my publicly submitted course postings or comments will be seen or heard or re-used for other students to see or hear.
• If I have any questions or need clarification of the assignments or course content, I will contact my instructor.
• I understand that my mid-module exams will be online exams and that all end-of-module exams are proctored face-to-face exams.
• I understand that I am required to attend on the dates, times and locations indicated for all scheduled exams at the designated exam sites.
• I will familiarize myself with the UCC Student Academic Calendar and UCC Student Handbook.
• I understand that ANY computer with Internet access (including UCC campus computers) can be used to continue coursework and “home computers” being serviced will not be accepted as a reason for not completing coursework, tests, or assignments.
• I agree that by logging into UCC Online I will abide by all UCC Online policies and user guidelines and that inappropriate use of UCC communication features (including but not limited to plagiarism, harassment, unlawful solicitation, distribution of material generally considered pornographic or offensive, or submitting comments which undermine the integrity of the instructional process) is strictly prohibited and may result in disciplinary action.
• I will immediately inform in writing the University via my Online coordinator of any change in address or personal contact information. Where this change of location or address or telephone contact is likely to affect the sitting of my examinations, I will notify the UCC Online unit at ucconline@ucc.edu.jm at least 4 weeks prior to the commencement of such examinations.

AGREEMENT STATEMENT

I confirm that I have read and I understand and agree to the above requirements in this online contract.