KCTCS has implemented 3 basic types of Web Modes. These modes are used in Peoplesoft and identify how you plan to utilize the web. Having the mode of your course set in Peoplesoft also starts the process of getting a course shell (the web space where your course content will go) created in the Course Management System (CMS).
The code used in Peoplesoft is the first 2 characters, which are in Orange and BOLD. This code is what is to be used in Peoplesoft.
BW Blackboard Web World
BL Blackboard Web Local
BP Blackboard In Person Web Enhanced
BI Blackboard ITV Web Enhanced
Hybrid Modes
HB Blackboard In Person Hybrid
HI Blackboard ITV Hybrid
Before a course can be offered as Web Local or Web KYVU,
it must first be approved by the Academic Dean and the Division Chair.
Why Web? There are many advantages to using the web with your course.
Since it can be uniquely designed and implemented, it can be also be utilizied in a variety of ways.
Web-Enhanced - This mode uses the internet/CMS to enhance an on-campus course by putting some of your course content online. The extent of web enhancement is left to faculty discretion. Some instructors choose to put all course content online for student reference and others just put pieces of their course online; for example the syllabus, discussions and assignments.
Advantages
- There is no longer a need to copy and hand out the syllabus. Students can access it from the web and print it if the wish. This may help reduce school paper cost.
- You can now make changes to the syllabus if necessary - students always have access to it!
- Discussion boards provide an excellent way to allow students to exchange ideas and thoughts about course topics. It also provides you with a written version of the discussion.
- Study Guides and Self Tests can be posted for students to review their knowledge as often as they like.
- Assignments and Tests can be put online. In CMSs, some can be automatically graded - saving you valuable time.
- Many instructors also use this mode to familiarize themselves with the CMS and its capabilities at their own pace - using pieces as they learn them
Utilization Methods
- As a supplement, providing online content, to the on campus course throughout the semester.
- Meet on campus the first half of the semester and finish the course utilizing online materials and resources.
Web Local - Courses listed as web local are completely online (content, assignments, exams, discussions, projects, etc.), and offered only to students that live in the vicinity to attend the campus. The two biggest reasons this mode is used are also its advantages.
Advantages
- The course always fills with local students and faculty want to make sure the course is available to them.
- Instructors want students to be able to meet at the campus if anything unforeseen happens with the website.
Utilization Methods
- Lead the class and keep them together by releasing content when you are ready for them to access it.
- Provide access to all content from the beginning of the course, allowing students to work through at their own pace.
- Guide the student through the course by releasing content based on their progress through the material
Web KYVU - Courses listed as web KYVU are completely online (content, assignments, exams, discussions, projects, etc.) and students can register regardless of where they live. More than likely, you and your students will never meet face to face.
Advantages
- The course can be taught and learned from anywhere with an internet connection.
- Students and faculty can access course materials 24/7.
- Allows students to attend class on their schedule, thus providing the opportunity for many students to attend courses that would not otherwise have the opportunity.
Utilization Methods
- Lead the class and keep them together by releasing content when you are ready for them to access it.
- Provide access to all content from the beginning of the course, allowing students to work through at their own pace.
- Guide the student through the course by releasing content based on their progress through the materials.
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