Distance Learning is a form of education, where students work interactively with faculty and other students via the use of a combination of communication tools which include a learning management system with access to class notes, tests and quizzes, discussion forums, email, conferencing tools, and other instructor-selected resources. Students with scheduling or distance problems can benefit, as can employees, because distance learning can be more flexible in terms of time and can be delivered virtually anywhere. Distance Learning Courses are the same as on campus courses in terms of academic quality, credit hours, transferability, and cost.
Internet or Online Courses are a convenient and flexible alternative for obtaining college credit. Instead of attending classes on campus, students may take a college course from home, office or other convenient location using a computer with Internet access. Students can access assignments, notes, class presentations and exams through the Internet at times that fit their schedules. Online courses are the same as on-campus classes in credit hours, transferability and cost and are taught by distance learning certified faculty members
Hybrid or Blended Courses: “Hybrid” or “Blended” are names commonly used to describe courses in which some traditional face-to-face time has been replaced by online learning activities. In a hybrid course, a portion of the class learning activities is online, which reduces the amount of time spent in a traditional, face-to-face classroom.
Orientation to Online Learning (ORLN 0001): If you are enrolled for the first time in any online class, you are REQUIRED to take Orientation to Online Learning. This course may be accessed through ACES, My Courses and will be available to you as soon as you register of it. OLRN 0001 is FREE, 100% online, self-paced, does not award college credit hours, and does not affect financial aid eligibility, enrolled hours, or Grade Point Average. Register for the self-paced, fully online OLRN course the same way as any other course.
If you need face-to-face assistance for this course, contact the Center for Distance Learning - www.alamo.edu/spc/distance-learning or (210) 486-2239.
SmarterMeasure: It is also highly recommended that you take the SmarterMeasure online assessment to determine if you are a good candidate for online classes. The assessment results will also provide resources to help you better prepare to take online classes. You can find the SmarterMeasure assessment tool at http://stphilips.smartermeasure.com/. Login with Username: spcstudent Password: spcuser
St. Philip’s College provides Brainfuse online tutoring service. Brainfuse is simple to use and is 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.
Access Brainfuse through ACES or through your Canvas courses.
St. Philip’s College assumes no responsibility for boarding or lodging for a student. St. Philip’s College has no dormitories, so each student is responsible for securing his or her own room and board. The college cafeteria is a contracted vendor who serves three (3) meals per day, Monday through Thursday and two (2) meals on Friday.
The Department of Student Life is responsible for non-instructional areas of the college regarding student engagement, retention and completion. We provide students with a wide range of opportunities to help students become engaged members of our campus community.
We provide co-curricular activities aligned with the Alamo Insitutes and a holistic program of enrichment outside the classroom that reflects the interests of a diverse community of life-long learners. The focus is on promoting leadership, educational advancement, health and physical wellness, cultural, social, and recreational programs for a personally engaging college experience for every student. We provide the foundation for student organizations and their initiatives, facilitate activities and engagement opportunities, advise, mentor, and educate students to maximize their St. Philip’s College experience. Commitment: We commit to providing a setting promoting co-curricular and extra-curricular learning opportunities that: Challenge students to understand the impact of their choices; Support their academic experiences; Encourage students to make ethical decisions; Foster an inclusive and welcoming environment that creates connections, celebrates all students and builds a sense of community and pride; Enhance students’ personal development by assisting them in clarifying their values and developing leadership and other skills. The Department includes two student centers: the E.L Turbon Student Center, currently located in Norris Technical Building, Room 305, at the MLK Campus, and Building 1, Room D-143 at St. Philip’s College-Southwest. Other Student Life Units include Student Activities, Student Government, Student Organizations, Extramural/Intramural Sports, and the College Health Centers. The Health Centers are located in SLC 127 at the MLK Campus and Building 1, C-100 at St. Philip’s College-Southwest.
The E.L. Turbon Student Center houses the Department of Student Life. The Center is the “home away from home” for students. Here they can relax, study, visit with friends, eat, or engage in competitive games. The Center has a six lane bowling alley, lounge, TV viewing area, conference room, and the Student Government Association (SGA), Future United Latino Leaders for Change (FULLC), and Collegiate 100 offices. The Center has two ping pong and four pool tables, and four areas for gaming or watching television. Table top and board games such as dominoes and chess are also available.
The Department of Student Life also services a Student Center at the Southwest Campus, located in Building 1 Room D143. There are recreational spaces to relax, pool tables, ping pong tables, and gaming stations for PlayStation and Xbox. An adjacent Fitness Center houses a treadmill, elliptical machine, spin bike, exercise bike, exercise balls, exercise mats, a thigh master, and free weights.
Students are encouraged to provide current documentation to include a diagnosis of the functional limitation of the individual.
Disability Services will schedule an intake interview to discuss reasonable accommodations.
Confidential Letters of Accommodation are provided to the student or emailed to the instructor.
Disability Services does not provide personal tutoring, personal attendants, parking permits, personal counseling, etc.
Disability Services is located in the Sutton Learning Center (SLC), 1st floor, Suite102. Please call us at 210-486-2199 or 210-486-2411 for additional information.
Consultations/referrals on health-related problems