Course Delivery Mode Definitions
The delivery formats described in this procedure are in alignment with City University of Seattle’s Academic Model, are capable of providing quality learning experiences, and provide consistency in students’ educational experiences. Each academic program selects the most appropriate delivery format(s), based on student need, and programs may be offered in all delivery formats. Students can elect to register for a variety of delivery formats offered by a program.
Over the length of a course, faculty and students in all delivery modes are expected to spend an average of 1 hour per credit actively participating together in a combination of in-class or online instructional activities, with students spending approximately 2 additional hours per credit hour each week on out-of-class learning activities.
In-class Courses
These courses are offered entirely in-class with the students and instructor meeting on-site on a regular and established schedule. Students participate in group learning experience and in-class learning activities designed according to the needs of the program and students. Course information and activities that take place online within the learning management system include but are not limited to: faculty contact information, posting course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, faculty announcements, assignment submission, and posted grades. Students may also be required to complete some graded learning activities and discussions online.
Mixed-mode Courses
These courses offer a mix of in-class and online instruction with the students and instructor meeting 51-99% of the time in class on a regular and established schedule. Students participate in group learning experiences and in-class/online learning activities designed according to the needs of the program and students. Course information and activities that take place online with the learning management system include but are not limited to: faculty contact information, course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, faculty announcements, graded learning activities and discussions, assignment submission, and posted grades.
Online Courses
These courses are offered entirely via online technology. Faculty and students participate in group learning experiences that include required weekly activities and regular interaction between students and the instructor. All course information and activities take place asynchronously within the learning management system including, but not limited to: faculty contact information, course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, faculty announcements, graded learning activities and discussions, assignment submission, and posted grades.
Online Asynchronous or Flexcourse
These courses are offered entirely via online technology. Students complete learning experiences individually that include activities, assignments, and regular interactions between the student and instructor. All course information and activities take place asynchronously within the learning management system including but not limited to: faculty contact information, course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, graded learning activities, assignment submissions, and posted grades. Students are required to complete all course work by the scheduled end date of the course.
Online Synchronous
These courses are offered entirely via online technology with students and instructor meeting synchronously online on a regular and established schedule. Faculty and students participate in group learning experiences that include required weekly activities and regular interaction between the students and the instructor. Course information and activities take place online within the learning management system including but not limited to: faculty contact information, course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, faculty announcements, graded learning activities and discussions, assignment submissions, and posted grades.
Enhanced Distance Learning
These courses are offered in a combination of online and in-class sessions. Faculty and students participate in group learning experiences that include required weekly activities and regular interaction between students and the instructor. Course information and activities that take place online within the learning management system include but are not limited to: faculty contact information, course documents such as syllabi and required resources, learning materials, faculty announcements, graded learning activities and discussions, assignment submission, and posted grades.
Performance-Based Distance Learning
These courses are offered via distance learning. Students may meet synchronously, in-class and/or online, for portions of the course on a regular and established schedule. Content is organized into blocks, with each block designated with quarter credits. Students work at their own pace with the guidance and instructional support of a Faculty Facilitator. Students complete assessments that measure course outcomes. They may complete the assessments found in the block, or suggest alternatives that show they have achieved the course outcomes according to the corresponding rubric. Students’ assessments are evaluated according to the rubric by independent Faculty Outcomes Evaluators. Faculty Facilitators compile the results of the evaluations and submit the final grade.
In addition to the requirements for all delivery modes listed above, faculty are required to adhere to all instructional directions as specified by the Course Manager and their primary supervisor.
(Procedure #3500.17.01)