Center for Distance Learning

Center for Distance Learning Statement of Commitment

The Center for Distance Learning provides support services for students and faculty engaged in a variety of distance learning formats, including online and hybrid courses, to ensure opportunities for student success. Our goal is to help students succeed in their online, face-to-face

Center for Distance Learning - Live "On Demand" ZOOM Support

Zoom Hours

Monday & Tuesday: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Wednesday & Thursday: 3:00 - 4:00 PM

_{*During our Professional Development training and events, hours may vary.}
_{If we are not available, we will follow up by email.}

Zoom Link

We provide assistance in the following areas:

Assist students with completion of the “Orientation to Online Learning” (OLRN) Course
Provide Navigational and Academic Support with Canvas

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CDL Outreach | Workshop | Participate in College Events

January 9, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	EnRoll-A-Palooza
January 11, 2025	1:00-6:00 pm	Tiger Nation Day
January 20, 2025	College Closed	Martin Luther King Day
January 22, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SPC Spirit Day
January 23, 2025	12:30-1:00 pm	Ace Your ACES
January 29, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SWC Spirit Day
February 10, 2025	12:30-1:00 pm	What? I have Office 365 for free.
February 12, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	EnRoll-A-Palooza
February 19, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SPC Spirit Day
February 20, 2025	12:30-1:00 pm	Canvas Quick Tips for Students
February 26, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SWC Spirit Day
March 5, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	EnRoll-A-Palooza
March 10-16	College Closed	Spring Break
March 19, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SPC Spirit Day
March 26, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SWC Spirit Day
March 31, 2025	College Closed	Cesar Chavez Holiday
April 9, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	EnRoll-A-Palooza
April 16, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SPC Spirit Day
April 18, 2025	College Closed	Easter Holiday
April 23, 2025	10:00-1:00 pm	SWC Spirit Day
May 1, 2025	9:00-1:00 pm	Culture Fest (student table)
May 2, 2025	College Closed	Fiesta Holiday
May 7, 2025	1:00-4:00 pm	EnRoll-A-Palooza

Online Degrees and Certificates

We offer several degrees and certificates online at St. Philip's College. Contact the Center for Distance Learning so that we can help you get started with your online education. For information on getting started, see the Admissions website.

Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN)

To get a successful start with your online classes, first-time online students are required to complete the Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN 0001) course. This free, non-credit course familiarizes students with navigating through the online system for a successful start.

Register for the self-paced, fully online OLRN course the same way as any other course. Students can come in for assistance to complete the OLRN course. Office hours are Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m and 5:00 p.m in SLC 212. Students are also able to contact the Center for Distance Learning at 210-486-2239 or email spc-distance@alamo.edu.

How to Register for the Orientation to Online Learning-OLRN

The following are the CRNs to register for the course:

Spring 2025

Course Name	CRN #
OLRN-0001-002	20359
OLRN-0001-004	26029
OLRN-0001-005	26030
OLRN-0001-007	27955
OLRN-0001-018	29717
OLRN-0001-021	21174

Helpful Information for Students

SACSCOC Student Complaint Process: Students who file a complaint with the institutional accreditor should follow theSACSCOC Complaint Process.
NC-SARA Complaint Process: Students may also file a complaint through NC-SARA.

Student Online Resources

Respondus LockDown Browser

Respondus LockDown Browser™ is a custom browser that locks down the testing environment within Instructure Canvas. When students use Respondus LockDown Browser they are unable to print, copy, go to another URL, or access other applications. Respondus is available for both Windows and Mac.

Repondus LockDown Browser Installation

Brainfuse - 24/7 online tutoring

With Brainfuse, students experience online tutoring that is simple, fast and always available. Students connect to live educators from any computer that has Internet access, with no special software installation or equipment required. Students work one-on-one, in real-time with a tutor, communicating using a virtual whiteboard technology.

In your Canvas Course:
          Open your course
Click on the Brainfuse OnlineTutoring Link on the left-hand side.

Creating your BioSig-ID profile

Recent Federal legislation requires that all online courses have a system implemented to verify students. St. Philip's College is committed to preserving the academic integrity of its courses and has implemented a unique technology from a company called Biometric Signature ID (BSI).

Protecting your security and preventing identity theft are very important.

Click: BioSig Video Link to view the BioSig ID process. If the video does not appear or will not play, check to see if your browser is blocking the content.

Access to the BioSig signature is available in your Canvas courses and in the Orientation to Online Learning (OLRN) course.

Check your computer