You're not done!

Don't close this page yet. Read on for important information and the chance to submit your Online Start Guide results. You cannot register until you submit your results.

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Your virtual backpack is now full of tools to help you succeed in your first online class. Don't forget that you can find support content on the distance education website and OSRC once you are registered.

Now is a good time to review your scores:

Take a moment to consider the following questions before you decide to officially register for your first online class.

After working through the start guide, do you think that online classes are right for you?

Yes: Excellent. It sounds like online classes may be a good fit for you.

No: Online classes aren't for everyone, and that's ok. If you do decide to register for an online class you will want to be prepared with support resources in advance. 
Considering your scores and experience with the orientation materials, do you think that you are likely to succeed in an online class?

Yes: Great! You can register for your first online class feeling confident that you're ready for success. 

No: You might want to consider working with an academic advisor to improve your skills or locate some support resources if you still want to try online classes. 
Have you identified some resources and support services that will help with challenges you might anticipate?

Yes: Well done! Having these resources ready in advance means you won't fall behind when you hit a roadblock.  Being ready with the tools you may need in advance means you're that much more likely to succeed. 

No: Take some time to explore the college success guide to locate some resources that will help improve the weak areas identified in your readiness assessment.

Next Steps

If you choose to register for an online class, you will start receiving emails from us during the week before your class starts. We will send a reminder about how to log in to Desire2Learn and offer some training videos and practice opportunities for the technology tools used in your online classes.

Return to Desire2Learn for training on:

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We recommend that all first time online students spend some time practicing with the tools before your class starts, so you can get right to work on day 1 when your class starts. You can find the start date for next term on the academic calendar. Why not put a reminder on your personal calendar now for 1 week prior to check your email and start your D2L practice modules? That week is also a great time to make sure you have your textbook and course materials ready.

You have completed the Start Guide for Online Learners. Click the Submit Results button to send your completion information back to MyPCC.

Submit Results

Now that you have completed the Start Guide, you are eligible to register for an online class during your designated registration period. You can view the registration schedule online.

You can now close this window and return to MyPCC.