Course selection in a virtual learning environment: remote vs. online
You already know that most classes for the fall will be delivered as online or remote courses – but what’s the difference between the two?
As the university is working to identify aspects of programs and activities that might be delivered in-person, we can provide some clarity on the key features of remote courses and online courses so you can start your building your fall schedule with confidence.
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Feature |
Remote Courses at Laurier |
Online Courses at Laurier |
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Design |
Originally designed as an on-campus course and adapted for remote delivery. |
Originally and intentionally designed as an online course. |
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Identification |
Just like an on-campus course, remote course sections on LORIS will include a letter code: A, B, C, D... or BR1, BR2, BR3... |
You can identify an online course on LORIS by checking the section – online courses are marked with an OC. |
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Class Meetings |
Remote courses may be held synchronously, meaning you could still meet “virtually” with your instructor and classmates during a scheduled day and time. Instructors will inform students of the frequency of synchronous meetings in remote courses. |
Online courses do not include regularly scheduled class meeting times. In most cases, online course instruction will occur asynchronously. Courses might include scheduled components for virtual interaction. |
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Fees |
Remote courses are subject to all regular Laurier tuition and fees. |
In addition to all regular Laurier tuition and fees, online courses are subject to an online course administration fee. |
Read more information about remote instruction and incidental fees.
Regardless of the delivery model, your virtual learning will still take place on MyLearningSpace and you’ll continue to receive support from Laurier’s eLearning team. There are updated registration FAQs available for more specific information about fall course registration processes.
For more strategies and resources available to prepare for a successful fall term, refer to the Golden Guide to Success in Online and Remote Learning.
Courses delivered in a classroom on-campus will have a building and room location listed in LORIS under "Meeting Times," and in ScheduleMe beneath the campus listing.