Online Learning

At Mission College, we make online learning easy and accessible. Whether you’re a night owl or someone who thrives on flexibility, our online classes let you complete your coursework when it’s most convenient for you—no commute, no hassle!

Benefits of Online Classes

Save Time and Money: No commuting means lower transportation costs and more time for studying or relaxing. You can also cut expenses on things like parking, meals on campus, and printed materials.
Flexible Schedule: Learn at your own pace and on your own time—perfect for balancing school, work, and life. This flexibility makes it easier to maintain a job or care for your family while studying.
Study from Anywhere: Take classes from the comfort of your home or wherever you have internet access. Whether you're traveling or living in a remote area, your education can continue uninterrupted.
Comfortable Learning Environment: Create a study space that suits your personal learning style and minimizes distractions. This helps improve focus and productivity, leading to better academic performance.
More Opportunities for Personalized Support: Online platforms often provide multiple ways to connect with instructors, tutors, and classmates. With discussion boards, email, and virtual office hours, getting help is often quicker and more direct than in traditional settings.

Things You Should Know Before You Start

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California Virtual Campus

The California Virtual Campus Online Education Initiative (CVC-OEI) is a collaborative effort among California's community colleges to provide students with better access to online courses. The goal is to allow students to search for online classes and apply/enroll directly through the website.

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How It Works

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Tips for Success in Online Classes

Do Online Classes Fit You?
Ask yourself these questions to see if online learning is a good fit for you:
- Do you prefer working independently?
- Do you need convenience and an adjustable schedule?
- Are you comfortable asking for help and clarifications when needed?
- Are you good at meeting deadlines?
- Are you comfortable working with a computer?

Review the Syllabus: The syllabus is your roadmap for the course. Read it carefully, and don’t hesitate to ask your instructor if you need clarification.

Stay on Top of Canvas: Check Canvas regularly—at least twice a week—to keep up with assignments and announcements.

Engage and Communicate: Online learning is different from in-person classes. Stay active in discussions, and communicate often with your instructor and peers to fully understand the material.

Get Familiar with Canvas: Explore your course’s Canvas page to become comfortable with its layout. Each instructor customizes their course, so get to know the format.

Plan for Tech Issues: Technology can fail, but there are no excuses in online classes. Have a backup plan and try to complete assignments early in case issues arise.

Explore Canvas

Canvas is a secure online platform for managing courses and accessing materials anytime with internet access. Students can view lessons, submit assignments, take exams, communicate with instructors, track grades, and collaborate with peers. Help is available via the question mark icon in Canvas or by contacting your instructor. Technical support is also accessible through chat for students and faculty. Check out the videos below for more information.

How Much Time Do I Need?

You’ll need to commit at least three hours per week per unit of credit for each online class. For example, a three-unit class will require a minimum of nine hours per week. Be prepared to spend extra time if you don’t have the required prerequisites or English is your second language.