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What you must have:

  • Windows, Mac, and nearly every other OS, are supported in our online environment.

  • High-Speed internet connect (DSL, Cable, Satellite)

  • Computer speakers or headphones for listening

  • (some semester courses require microphones, please consult your instructor)

What you do NOT need:

  • Software:  your tuition not only covers instruction, but all connection, classroom, and support charges.

  • Phone: all audio and visuals come directly through your internet connection--we do not use phone conferencing.

  • Video camera or microphone

    • All students may type questions at any time during the session.

    • Recent upgrades to our classroom, however, do provide students the option of using a video camera and/or a computer microphone -- we will only use these tools in certain upper level semester courses.


How Will Each Class Work Online?

We will be glad to send you a recorded class sample...just ask (sorry, due to high storage fees we usually can't provide specific topics) 

All courses will be offered live and online.  You must download a small piece of software to join our courses (at no charge to you).  This software will allow you to hear the instructor, see pictures, text and white board, and be able to interact in a number of ways with the class and instructor.  Students will be asked to participate during each session and should be prepared in case they are called on. 

While we don't anticipate problems during our sessions and recent upgrades to our classrooms make our connections even more reliable, your computer's hardware, software and security may cause technical difficulties beyond our control.  While we will work with you to resolve the problem and may advise you to contact the professional support line, you are responsible for making sure that your own computer is in good working order and configured to function well during each class according to these guidelines. 

In order to make your experience positive, we strongly recommend that you:

  • Use a high-speed internet connection (dial-up won't work).  You do not have to use your home computer as long as you are certain to send us the internet address where you want your invitation sent
  • Keep your email address up to date.  It is entirely up to you to notify us where (which email address) you want your invitation sent.  If you have not received an invitation within 24 hours of the class, please email us to ensure that you can enter the classroom on time.  If the instructor has already started the class, he or she will not have time to attempt to admit stragglers.  We do not give refunds for workshops missed because email addresses where not kept up to date.
  • Keep your wireless devices far apart.  Be aware that if you use routers, wireless networks, and wireless phones or even microwaves, you may have occasional interference during a one-hour class transmission.
  • Turn your speakers on.   Once we indicate that sound it "on" in the classroom, check your speakers or computer mute button first.
  • Don't email or download during class.  High speed internet can  handle only so much.  If your home connection is asked to do too much during class, you will have sluggish VoIP and image transmission.
  • Keep your computer bug free and up-to-date.  All computers need to be running virus protection software and spy ware protection.  Failure to do so will cause sound interruption, image interruption, or a complete inability to connect with the classroom.
  • Be aware of your computer and router security.  Some security systems will install firewalls and other "blocks" that may cause problems.  Please be willing to do a little investigation to discover these issues if problems arise.

Technology F.A.Qs

How Does the Instructor Interact with the Class?

You will hear the instructor's voice during class via VoIP (sound comes through your computer speakers, not a separate phone-line or long distance call).   During class the instructor will share pictures (lots of pictures), notes, charts, maps, drawings, diagrams, web pages, videos etc.  The instructor will also be able to write on the white board during lecture time and allow students to write on it as well.  We expect all students to be respectful in all forms of communication with the class.

How Do Students Interact with the Class?

Students will be able to offer constant feedback in a number of ways.  Questions can be asked at any time and can be kept private for only the instructor or asked so that the whole class can read them.  The instructor can open up the "floor" for all students in the class to type comments or responses during discussion time.  Students will be able to write answers on the white board in real time for all to see.  The instructor can also open up questions in a fun "polling" tool that allows everybody to answer a question simultaneously while results are graphed live.  We expect all students to be respectful in all forms of communication with the class or they will be asked to leave immediately.

Will the Students be Able to See or Hear Each Other?

Ever been in a room full of 15-year olds when they are talking about something of great interest?  We have!  In order to provide the optimum classroom experience, we normally have only one-way voice (instructor to students).  Limiting sound to one-way sound also reduced the demand on household internet connections, insuring a better sound quality.      

What Will the Students See During Class Time?

At the Lukeion Project, we are all about visual aids!  At all times, the screen will be full of images, notes, graphic illustrations--whatever it takes to teach our subjects best.

Do You Have Any Sample Classes?  

contact us for a sample request...we will send you a recording key to view one, no obligation.

 

Contact Information:

email us directly at info@lukeion.org     or    call us at (919) 342-6840 (M 9-5, F 9-5 ET) shhh!  we are teaching classes T-R between 8 am to 6 pm ET. 

The Lukeion Project, 448 Texanna Way, Holly Springs, NC 27540 USA

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