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Distance Learning Modalities

College of the Siskiyous offers distance learning courses, certificates, and programs year-round in a variety of modalities. All Distance Learning courses use the Canvas LMS for their course shells and require an internet-connected computer or mobile device. Learn more about each modality below.

Online Anytime (asynchronous, with deadlines):

Class takes place Online Anytime (with deadlines), but without scheduled live videoconferences. These courses have weekly assignments and learning activities that require you to participate regularly. Some Online Anytime courses may use an online proctoring service for exams or assessments which may require the use of a webcam.

Online Live (synchronous):

Class takes place Online Live during scheduled times via Siskiyous Zoom or other synchronous technologies. These live courses have weekly assignments and learning activities that require regular attendance and participation. Course work and other activities may also take place Online Anytime, with deadlines. Some Online Live courses may use an online proctoring service for exams or assessments which may require the use of a webcam.

Hybrid Anytime (asynchronous, with deadlines):

Hybrid courses always have an on-campus presence. Class takes place partially on campus at scheduled times and partially Online Anytime (with deadlines). These courses have weekly assignments and learning activities that require you to participate regularly. Some Hybrid Anytime courses may use an online proctoring service for exams or assessments which may require the use of a webcam.

Hybrid Live (synchronous):

Hybrid courses always have an on-campus presence. Class takes place partially on campus and partially Online Live at scheduled times. These courses have weekly assignments and learning activities that require you to participate regularly. Course work and other activities may also take place Online Anytime, with deadlines. Some Hybrid Live courses may use an online proctoring service for exams or assessments which may require the use of a webcam.

Videoconferenced courses take place at scheduled times on campus and at one, or several, regional classroom locations in Siskiyou County. The classroom sites are connected via Siskiyous Zoom. These courses have weekly assignments and learning activities that require you to participate regularly. Course work and other activities may also take place Online Anytime, with deadlines. Some Videoconferenced courses may use an online proctoring service for exams or assessments which may require the use of a webcam.

For more information, visit our Videoconferencing page.