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Distance Learning through Lifelong Learning

Dr. faye smith Teaches at a Distance Location in Johnson County
Courses offered through the Office of Lifelong Learning at Emporia State University provide educational opportunities for students in alternate formats, at off-campus sites and via mediated delivery systems.

Students do not need to be admitted to ESU to take a course offered through Lifelong Learning. However, students who plan to seek admission are encouraged to apply no later than the second semester of enrollment. Please note that some courses are limited to students who have been admitted.

~ About Internet Courses - Learn more about Internet courses including what online learning is like and how it works, what to expect when taking an online course, and how to determine success.

~ About ITV Courses - Learn about ITV and how it works.

~ Admission to the University - Discover if you need to apply and where.

~ Blackboard - Find details on accessing your course through Blackboard, changing your password, frequently asked questions, and tutorials.

~ Buzz In - Learn about ESU's web portal and main access to university information resources. Login instructions included.

~ Contact Us - Use this online form to ask questions and request a Course Schedule.

~ Distance Learning Delivery Methods - Learn more about Internet, ITV, & Telenet2 or find ESU at Kansas locations near you.

~ ESU Stumail Accounts - Refer to this page for information on how to access your account, change your password, and/or forward your email to another address.

~ Frequently Asked Questions - Find answers to some of your most asked questions.

~ Horizon Wimba Live Classroom - Learn more about this web conferencing system.

~ Important Forms - Refer to this page for a list of important forms you may need.

~ Our Staff - Learn about and contact the staff of Lifelong Learning.

~ Recommended Computer Requirements & Protection - Learn our recommendations for computer technology and protecting yourself from viruses and spyware. You may also want to view our Basic Skills Test for Online Courses.

~ Search Engine - Use this search engine to search our site.

~ Student Resources & Services - Survey this list of services offered to students at a distance. Information includes web sites and contact information.

~ Testing - Testing is available at both the main ESU Campus and at the ESU Metro Learning Center in Overland Park for CAAP, MAT & MFT tests.

~ Textbook Information - Refer to this page for information about textbook ordering.

~ Tuition & Fees - Refer to this page for tuition and fee costs.

~ University Policies - This very important page details several ESU policies including: Policy on Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing; Refund Policy; Fee Policies; Student Financial Aid; Cancellation Policy; Auditing/Visiting a Class; Fee Waivers; Courses Requiring Permission to Enroll; Credit by Examination; Pass-No-Credit Grading; Incomplete Grade Policy; and the Collection Policy


Last Updated March 6, 2007