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Online Learning
Our Online Learning options provide you with alternatives to traditional courses taught in an on-campus classroom setting. Online courses are fully accredited and transferable, fulfill many program degree requirements, cover the same learning objectives, and are offered in various session lengths all year long. You register for online courses in the same manner as our other courses. 24/7/365 Online courses are always available! Sign up today to experience learning in a whole new way with our Online Courses.
Our eLearning Team is available to assist you with technical support, questions, training and anything related to online courses.
Email: gateway.elearning@kctcs.edu
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You may be wondering if you can be a successful student in the online classroom. There are many questions to consider, discuss your options with one of Gateway’s advisors.
2 classes every 8 week session for 2 years = Graduation!
2|8|2 is an accelerated Associate of Arts or Associate in Science degree offered 100% online. Your SMART Plan takes the guesswork out of which classes you need and when. Taking two classes at a time through the 2|8|2 program, gives you better school-life balance, setting you up for success. After completing your admissions steps and orientation, you’ll have a one-on-one advising appointment.
WHAT IS 2|8|2?
- Accelerated 100% online
- 2-year degree for Associate of Arts of Associate in Science
- Consistent class navigation and layout
- Eligible for financial aid
- Transfer Pathways to 4-year universities
We offer quality online courses with multiple start dates.
Benefits of Online Courses:
- Local Center for eLearning support services
- Consistent policies, procedures, and academic calendar
- Access to local, Gateway resources: admissions, financial aid, tutoring, counseling
- Quality courses that follow national standards of excellence in online education
How does online learning work?
You attend courses on the Internet using Blackboard Learn. You will also need access
to the appropriate technology and a dependable Internet connection.
What kind of technology do I need?
A computer with Internet access is needed, some additional software depending on the
course requirements may be necessary – Office is a Free Download (for PC and MacOS)
for all KCTCS students. You should know basic word processing, how to use email, and
how to attach documents. You will communicate with faculty and students in discussion
groups, journals, blogs, and announcements.
How do online courses work?
You read materials on the Internet and/or in a textbook, as well as view interactive
lectures. You will take part in class discussions via discussion boards, journals,
blogs. You get assignments from your instructor via Blackboard. Specific technical
training is available from the Center for eLearning and from the Blackboard technical
support page.
How do I take tests or submit assignments?
You take tests and quizzes online, depending on the course and the test. You submit
various assignments in Blackboard.
Where do I go to log into Blackboard?
Blackboard can be accessed by going to MyPath and clicking the Blackboard Tile.
Gateway eLearning and Blackboard Student Support is available to assist you with online learning troubleshooting or questions you may have.
Submit an eLearning Ticket
Gateway eLearning
8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday through Friday
gateway.elearning@kctcs.edu
Blackboard Student Support
24/7/365
Student Support
1-855-3GO-GCTC (1-855-346-4282)
Training opportunities will be provided by the Center for eLearning. Watch for information
on the Blackboard homepage. http://elearning.kctcs.edu.
All in-person and online courses at Gateway use Blackboard which is a learning management system. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that all Gateway students have a computer with reliable Internet access. Smart phones, tablets and/or Chromebooks may not provide reliable access.
A computer with the following specs should be sufficient for online learning:
- Macintosh OS X (10.12 or higher) or Windows PC (8 or higher)
- 4 GB RAM (8 GM RAM or more is highly recommended)
- 20 GB of available hard-drive space
- Screen resolution set to 1280 X 1024
- Broadband/high-speed uninterrupted Internet access; minimum speed of 1.5 Mbps download, 750 Kbps upload
- Webcam, microphone, and speakers
The Help Desk is available to answer your questions about Blackboard. Contact the KCTCS Online Technical Help Desk at any time 24/7.
Gateway Community & Technical College has been approved by Kentucky to participate in the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements. NC-SARA is a voluntary, regional approach to state oversight of postsecondary distance education.
