Online Learning at CHS

First time taking an online class? No worries. Sure, there are challenges, but there’s also a lot of benefits that come from being online. We reached out to students in the College to get their take on online learning, how to stay engaged through the screen and what advice they would give to first timers.

Course Definitions

We will offer a number of course formats for the wellbeing and safety of our students. Please use these descriptions to help you decide what courses fit your schedule and comfort level.

Online/Synchronous Instruction

A course that has no in-person requirement. 100% of the instructional content is delivered using electronic means. All aspects of the course to include instruction, assignment submission and faculty hours, are hosted in an online/remote environment (i.e., learning management system). Required to take place on a specific day and time.

Online/Asynchronous Instruction

A course that has no in-person requirement. 100% of the instructional content is delivered using electronic means. All aspects of the course to include instruction, assignment submission and faculty hours, are hosted in an online/remote environment (i.e., learning management system). Not required to take place on a specific day and time.

Hybrid/Flexible Synchronous

A minimum of 30% of the course time is completed by the instructor and student physically sharing the same physical space/location at the same time. The remainder of the course time is completed in an online/remote environment (i.e, learning management system). Required to take place on a specific day and time. (Live stream provided to give students flexibility to interact not in-person.)

Hybrid/Synchronous Instruction

A minimum of 30% of the course time is completed by the instructor and student physically sharing the same physical space/location at the same time. The remainder of the course time is completed in an online/remote environment (i.e, learning management system). Required to take place on a specific day and time.

Hybrid/Asynchronous Instruction

A minimum of 30% of the course time is completed by the instructor and student physically sharing the same physical space/location at the same time. The remainder of the course time is completed in an online/remote environment (i.e, learning management system). Not required to take place on a specific day and time.

Blended/Flexible Synchronous

Between 1 and 29% of the course time is completed by the instructor and student sharing the same physical space/location at the same time. The remainder of the course time is completed in an online/remote environment (i.e, learning management system). Required to take place on a specific day and time. (Live stream provided to give students flexibility to interact not in-person.)

Blended/Asynchronous Instruction

Between 1 and 29% of the course time is completed by the instructor and student sharing the same physical space/location at the same time. The remainder of the course time is completed in an online/remote environment (i.e, learning management system). Not required to take place on a specific day and time.

On-Campus (Face-to-Face)

A course that is completely in-person. 100% of the instructional content is delivered in a physical location. A course may include use of a learning management system, electronic reading assignments or online discussions to supplemental learning.

Please keep in mind that in order to comply with safety measures, all courses with an enrollment of 50 or more students will be taught entirely in a remote/online format.

2020-21 FAQ

The One VCU: Responsible Together Q&A webpage helps address the questions received from the VCU community during town halls and information sessions around fostering a safe campus during COVID-19. The information is updated regularly.

Visit the One VCU: Responsible Together Q&A webpage to find answers to your questions.

Online Programming Around Campus

VCU is committed to offering our students a robust, interactive educational experience—even with social distancing protocols in place. Check out the many offices around campus with virtual programming. Below you’ll find ways to engage your body, mind and spirit.

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