Policy 153.00
Individualized Learning Courses
Owner: Senior Vice President and Chief Academic Officer
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Introduction
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A limited number of UMGC offerings are available in the individualized learning course (ILC) format. ILCs are structured courses of study in which a student is expected to independently complete and submit course assignments on a mandated schedule.
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ILC course materials include a structured syllabus and course study modules on a CD-ROM, textbooks, and/or other resources. ILCs require that the student have access to a computer with CD-ROM capabilities.
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All ILCs are 15 weeks long, have definite start/end dates, and require a proctored final examination.
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ILC students are assigned a "course manager" who responds to questions, sends reminders of deadlines, grades assignments, and provides and grades the final course examination.
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Only students eligible to take classes under UMGC's Tri-Services Contract in Europe can enroll in ILC format courses. UMGC students who are under the Tri-Services Contract in Europe can take the same courses in face-to-face and online formats.
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ILC courses are only for students in exceptional circumstances who are unable to attend face-to-face classes or for whom other course options are not available.
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Students must satisfy any course prerequisites prior to applying for an ILC.
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Students may apply no more than 3 s.h. of credit earned through courses in the ILC format toward a UMGC certificate, 6 s.h. toward an associate degree, and 12 s.h. toward a bachelor's degree. Credit earned through courses in the ILC format may not be applied toward a UMGC graduate or post-graduate program.
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Enrollment Procedures
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Students are advised to speak with a counselor about ILCs prior to registration.
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Eligible students may enroll for an ILC at their local education center.
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Student requests for an ILC will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and approved if determined appropriate.
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Once a request is approved, course materials will be sent to the education center by the UMGC-Europe Distance Education Office.
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The start date for the course will be based upon the date that the student renders payment for tuition and the course materials.
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Original Policy Approval Date | 11/21/03 |
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Substantive Revision Dates | |
Technical Amendment Dates | 4/17/20 |