Online Learning and Blackboard Orientations

Navigating college education digitally can be scary, but we're here to help. Our resources are designed to meet the needs of students, whether you're new to online learning or looking to enhance your skills.

  • For on-the-go inquiries, our Online & Digital Resources website offers a library of instructions and tutorials.
  • Explore our Blackboard Orientation course for comprehensive, step-by-step guidance.
  • Delve into Online Learning Orientation webinars led by experts, covering real-time tips and techniques.
  • Would you prefer to learn at your own pace? Our pre-recorded Online Learning Orientation webinar is available anytime, anywhere.

With a focus on Blackboard Learn, we are committed to ensuring you have the tools and knowledge necessary for a seamless academic journey.

Online & Digital Resources Website

The Online & Digital Resources website offers instructions and tutorial videos on how to utilize various technologies, including Blackboard Learn, which students frequently use.

Blackboard Orientation Course

All students can access a free, self-paced Blackboard Orientation course in Blackboard. The orientation offers a great chance for you to practice using Blackboard independently, helping you feel more comfortable with its features! Upon registering for a course, you can access the Blackboard Orientation course. You will find it in your course list with the name Blackboard Orientation – COL-001.

To Access the Blackboard Orientation Course

  1. Log in to Blackboard.
  2. Click "Courses" in the left menu.
  3. Click the course title "Blackboard Orientation - COL-001-D01". The Blackboard Orientation course appears.

Online Learning Orientation Webinars

STCC offers a live Online Learning Orientation webinar at the beginning of each semester. Attending one of the orientation sessions is optional, but highly recommended for students new to taking online courses or using the Blackboard Learning System. Sessions are approximately an hour in length.

Please note that course-specific software, such as MyLab and SAM, is not covered in detail during the Online Learning Orientation. If you are a student and have questions about these topics, please get in touch with your instructor.

Sign up for an Orientation Webinar

We will cover Blackboard Learn and the basic tasks and tools needed to start taking classes at STCC. Click on one of the upcoming orientation dates and times below.

Summer 2025 - Full Semester & Session 1 Classes

Spring 2025 - Session 2 Classes

Online Learning Orientation Recording

If you can’t attend one of our live Zoom orientations, please watch a video of one of our previous orientations below:

Contact

Online Learning Office
413-755-4345
online@stcc.edu

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