Frequently Asked Questions

 

How does an online workshop work?

An online workshop works much like an online class. Participants have access to the workshop environment 24/7 to log in at their own convenience each day to read materials, complete assignments, and participate in online discussions with their peers. Occasionally, instructors will call for a "Live Chat" which is a time-sensitive event.

 

How long does an online workshop last?

This is decided by the workshop instructor and based largely on the amount of content he/she wishes to convey. Many workshops are two-weeks in duration, which is a nice amount of time for forming an online community and moving through material quickly.

 

How much time does it take out of my schedule?

We recommend planning one hour in your daily schedule for completing assignments in the online workshop. Some days are lighter than other days, so this allows flexibility to catch up if you have to miss a day. You should write this time into your schedule rather than expecting to do it in your spare time because, let's face it, who has spare time?

 

Where and how will I find the workshop? How will I know to begin?

A day or two before the advertised start date of your online workshop, you will receive an email with web location and login information and instructions. Occasionally, spam filters will catch this email, so if you do not receive one by the morning your workshop is to begin, you should email beadisciple@sckans.edu. This is your responsibility as we will not have any way to know you did not receive the email. If you have not logged in by the 3rd day of the workshop, we will email you to "check in" but by then you may be behind.

 

What if I have technical problems in the workshop?

We provide guidance through any technical difficulties you might incur. Just email Lisa at beadisciple@sckans.edu and be as explicit as possible about what you are experiencing. The more information we have, the more quickly we can help you!

 

What if I am on dial-up?

Blackboard does work with dial-up service, but like experienced elsewhere, the download time is slower. Some dial-up users also experience locking up or spontaneous logging out of Blackboard. We recommend high-speed internet access, which can be found at most public libraries and college libraries for public use.

 

Submit your question by clicking here to send an email to Lisa at beadisciple@sckans.edu.