Accredited Online Degrees and Online Courses at University of Colorado Denver - CU Online - Denver, CO

How do online courses work?

Each online course is developed to offer everything you'd expect from an on campus UC Denver course. You can

• Chat with peers
• Turn in assignments/labs/papers
• Take tests/quizzes

Each online course is typically divided into units where threaded discussions, assignments, labs, and quizzes are located. Courses may be presented in:

• Multimedia slides
• Audio/Video (YouTube, Real Video, etc.)
• Word/ Google documents

When do online courses start and stop?

Most online courses run on the same semester schedule as the on campus courses.

You do not have to login a particular number of times per week (nor do you have to login at a certain time - unless specified by your professor). However, it is advisable to login at least every other day to stay on top of assignments.

Logistics of Online Courses

How do I contact my instructor?

The professor contact information is located on the Syllabus.

If you cannot access your course and you want to contact your instructor, you can:

• Look up the instructor by course name in the Course Schedule Planner.
• Look up the instructor by their name in the Faculty Directory.
• Contact CU Online at help@cuonline.eduor at 303-315-3700.

How are exams administered online?

Exams are taken and administered in a variety of ways..

• You can take "online" exams (multiple choice, T/F, fill in the blank, essays) anywhere there is Internet access
• As a “take home” exam where a hard copy is printed out and handed in
• They can be "proctored" by outside parties, instructor, or the TA

Do I need a campus email account?

Yes, all students are required to have a campus email account. Learn how to activate your account. If you have any trouble with your email account, contact the ITSdepartment at 303-724-4357 or by email at helpdesk@ucdenver.edu.