What is an Interactive Television Class? (Referred to as ITV classes)
ITV classes are available at all Columbia State campuses. A Columbia State instructor teaches from one campus and rotates to other campuses during the semester. Students enrolled in the class at other campuses are connected through the Internet and view the instructor on a large screen TV. The instructor and students can interact with each other just like a traditional class, and students can see students enrolled in the class at other campuses. ITV classes provide students with the opportunity to take the class at the nearest campus instead of driving to a campus where the course is offered on-ground.
Q: How is an Interactive Television class taught?
A: An Interactive Television course is a class that originates from one campus and is transmitted to other campuses. It offers two-way audio and video communication between students and instructor. Students who select this method of instruction should be aware that the instructor may or may not be physically present in the classroom but these are live courses with an instructor.
Otherwise, this class follows the same procedures and attendance requirements of a traditional class. Some instructors use Online Campus to distribute materials, collect assignments, and test online. Interactive Television classrooms are arranged to encourage interaction between students in the host classroom and all extended campuses.
Q: How do I take tests for an Interactive Television class?
A: Instructors have the option of giving you tests in the classroom where you take the course or online using Online Campus. Campus staff may be present to proctor the test.
Q: Do Interactive Television classes use the same textbook as traditional courses?
A: Yes. The instructor uses the same text and covers the same material as a traditional class.
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