Center for Distance Learning
Center for Distance Learning Statement of Commitment
The Center for Distance Learning provides support services for students and faculty engaged in a variety of distance learning formats, including online and hybrid courses, to ensure opportunities for student success.
Center for Distance Learning - Live "On Demand" ZOOM Support
Monday & Tuesday > 1:00 - 2:00 PM
https://alamo.zoom.us/j/96378513646
Wednesday & Thursday > 2:00 - 3:00 PM
https://alamo.zoom.us/j/95349913687
During our Professional Development training and events, hours may vary. If we are not available, we will follow up by email.
Our goal is to help students succeed in their online courses. We provide assistance in the following areas:
- Assist students with completion of the “Orientation to Online Learning” (OLRN) Course
- Provide Navigational and Academic Support with Canvas
- Click Here: Additional Resources
Spring 2024 Student Open Lab Hours - Sutton Learning Center (SLC) Room 213
Monday - Thursday from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Student Outreach and Events
- Workshop Canvas Tools: Mon 2/5/2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM (Zoom - 962 7833 8812)
- SWC Outreach: Wed 2/14/2024 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Building 1
- Workshop Basic Computer Tools: Tue 3/19/2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Zoom - 914 6885 2567)
- SPC Outreach: Wed 3/6/2024 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Turbon Center
- SPC Outreach for Finals: Tue 4/30/2024 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM SLC & CWN Breeze Way
- SWC Outreach for Finals: Wed 5/1/2024 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Building 1
Online Degrees and Certificates
We offer several degrees and certificates online at St. Philip's College. Contact the Center for Distance Learning so that we can help you get started with your online education. For information on getting started, see the Admissions website.
Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN)
To get a successful start with your online classes, first-time online students are required to complete the Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN 0001) course. This free, non-credit course familiarizes students with navigating through the online system for a successful start.
Register for the self-paced, fully online OLRN course the same way as any other course. Students can come in for assistance to complete the OLRN course. Office hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m and 5:00 p.m in SLC 212. Students are also able to contact the Center for Distance Learning at 210-486-2239 or email spc-distance@alamo.edu.
How to Register for the Orientation to Online Learning-OLRN
The following are the CRNs to register for the course:
Spring 2024
- OLRN-0001-006 CRN# 27953
- OLRN-0001-018 CRN# 29717
Summer 2024
- OLRN-0001-002 CRN# 18701
- OLRN-0001-013 CRN# 18702
Student Online Resources
Respondus LockDown Browser™ is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Instructure Canvas. When students use Respondus LockDown Browser they are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. Respondus is available for both Windows and Mac.
With Brainfuse, students experience online tutoring that is simple, fast and always available. Students connect to live educators from any computer that has Internet access, with no special software installation or equipment required. Students work one-on-one, in real-time with a tutor, communicating using a virtual whiteboard technology.
In your Canvas Course:
Open your course
Click on the Brainfuse OnlineTutoring Link on the left-hand side.
Recent Federal legislation requires that all online courses have a system implemented to verify students. St. Philip's College is committed to preserving the academic integrity of its courses and has implemented a unique technology from a company called Biometric Signature ID (BSI).
Protecting your security and preventing identity theft are very important.
Click: BioSig Video Link to view the BioSig ID process. If the video does not appear or will not play, check to see if your browser is blocking the content.
Access to the BioSig signature is available in your Canvas courses and in the Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN) course.
- Recommended Browser - Mozilla Firefox
- Check plugins (courtesy of Firefox)
- Check updates: Adobe Flash, Adobe Reader, and Java
Certifications & Recognition
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Contact Information
| Location: MLK Campus Sutton Learning Center (SLC) 212 spc-distance@alamo.edu |
Center for Distance Learning Out of Town (TOLL FREE):
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Director of Teaching with Technology |