Distance Education and Lifelong Learning credit courses are available to individuals who want to improve their academic or vocational skills or to develop new skills for advanced job opportunities. Distance Education credit courses may be provided via traditional classroom instruction, telecourse, videotape, computer-assisted instruction, CD-Rom or live interactive instruction. Each delivery method is discussed below.

Traditional Classroom Instruction. The CWC Distance Education and Lifelong Learning Centers offer courses in a variety of geographic areas in the traditional instructional manner. Classes meet at published times in a traditional classroom setting and students are expected to attend class regularly. Instructors are physically present during the scheduled class time.

Telecourses. Telecourses are generally transferable college credit courses and are aired on KCWC-TV two times every week. For students outside the KCWC broadcast area, tapes of the telecourse broadcasts can be leased from RMI Productions by contacting them at 1-800-745-5480 or at http://www.rmimedia.com. Telecourse tapes can also be viewed at the Central Wyoming College campus library, the Lander Center and the Teton Center in Jackson.

Web-based Courses. WebCT is the course management software used by CWC for all web-based courses. As a student involved in web-based distance learning, you will use WebCT to receive course documents, read important course announcements, submit assignments/documents to your instructor, and participate in class/group discussions. We encourage you to visit our WebCT site WebCT.

Rustler TV. (Riverton and Lander Only) Selected courses may also be available through expanded cable on Channel 5. Contact the Distance Education and Lifelong Learning office for more information.

Video Courses. Video courses are recorded from actual classroom lectures. Students may check them out at the CWC campus library and at the CWC Lander Center. DVDs can also be viewed at the Central Wyoming College campus library. Those students who do not live near CWC or Lander should contact the Distance Education Office for information on further options, 1-800-735-8418 extension 2124 or (307) 855-2124 or email the Distance Education office.

Computer-Assisted Instruction. Computer-assisted instruction courses are delivered via CD-ROM or the Internet. Students are required to have access to computer equipment, and the World Wide Web. Some courses also require specific software. Skills in word processing, email and Internet use are necessary for success. Computer and Internet access are available on-campus and at selected outreach centers for enrolled students.

Interactive Classroom Network. The Interactive Classroom Network is a state-of-the-art distance delivery system. This system allows real time interaction between instructor and students located off campus. The Interactive Classroom Network serves students throughout Central Wyoming College’s service area. For more information about these classes, please contact the IT Help Desk at 855-2198 or 1-800-735-8418 ext 2198.

Mixed Media. Mixed media courses use a combination of the above. The mixture of delivery methods will vary depending on the course.

Cost. Students enrolled for credit courses pay tuition and fees according to established campus procedures plus a $10 per credit Distance Delivery course fee.