Course Policies
Student Privacy Policy: FERPA Guidelines
FERPA gives students full control over their academic records and helps protect educational privacy. It also encourages students to take responsibility for managing their own academic progress, communication, and support. All students taking a ...
Parents & Guardians: FERPA Guidelines
Thank you for supporting your student’s education! We appreciate the important role parents and guardians play in their academic journey. However, since your student is taking a college-level course, their records are protected by the Family ...
Can I use notes on exams?
Open Course Exams: Please note that all exams allow for "Open-Course format" at this time. This means you will have access to all course lessons and modules in Canvas while taking this assessment. However, please note that students will NOT be ...
Can I use a calculator on the exam?
Exam Expectations - Calculators All calculators are available in Canvas on the exams. The calculators are embedded into each question and are available to use throughout the exam, if a calculator is permitted on your exam. The following courses have ...
Calculator Violations on TEL Education Exams
Proctors will be monitoring students during the assessment process. They are keenly aware of any violation of the Academic Misconduct code. Violations of the TEL Education Academic Misuse Conduct Code include, but are not limited to, the following ...
Technology Requirements
Each course is delivered completely online and students are required to have access to a computer or laptop— along with consistent access to the Internet — to access course material and complete assignments in Canvas. Required technology: Desktop or ...
Student Emergencies and Extension Requests
We evaluate student emergencies on a case-by-case basis. If you are in an emergency situation that will prevent you from completing the course, please contact your associated school and your course instructor directly for further steps forward. ...
Grade Discrepancies
Grade Appeal Policy Final course grades assigned by instructors are considered permanent. However, students may appeal a final grade under specific circumstances, as outlined below. This policy applies to final course grades only. Appeals related to ...