A Guide to Getting Started at ELI

 

Are you registered for an ELI course and wondering what’s next?  Below are some hints to get you started.
 

§  Sign up for Eli Orientation , a one hour webinar introducing you to Eli Classes.

§  Reach out to an Eli Counselor; they can clarify any concerns you might have regarding courses to take. They can also help you develop a plan to complete your degree or academic goals.  Visit the Eli Courses webpage to learn more about distance learning.

§  Get familiar with Blackboard , with some step-by-step instructions.

§  Receive Quick-Start syllabus , in the mail. The syllabus will explain where to begin in your ELI courses. If you have not received it within 3 days after the course has started, contact ELI Registration at elireg@nvcc.edu .

 

§  Know your Course Length/Dates. Online courses may be 16 weeks, 12 weeks, 10 weeks, 8 weeks, 6 weeks, or 4 weeks in length; each course has specific start, refund, first assignment due date, withdrawal, and end dates you should be aware of when you select a particular course. Click Here to view dates/descriptions.

§  Utilize your Resources. Know you have Student Success Coaches who aim to help students struggling with their distance learning courses. Email: elisuccess@nvcc.edu, (703)764-5076.