The Virtual Campus

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The Virtual Campus

• Software-based interactive learning environment
• Asynchronous delivery
• Instructor-led and facilitated courses
• Collaborative features
• Chat, e-mail, threaded discussion, whiteboard,
  file sharing

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International University
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Technical Requirements

• Computer
• Minimum 250 MHz
• 64 MB RAM

• Internet connection
• ISP service
• 56k modem

• Software
• Browser (Microsoft Internet Explorer or Netscape)
• Standard word processing and spreadsheet software

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International University
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Programs of Study

• Graduate Programs
• Master of Business Administration (8
  specializations)
• Master of Education in e-Learning (6
  specializations)
• Master of Arts in Business Communication (3
  specializations)
• Undergraduate Programs
• Bachelor of Business Administration (5
  specializations)
• Bachelor of Arts in Business Communication (3
  specializations)
• Bachelor of Science in Information Technology (3
  specializations)
• More than 50 Certificate Programs

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International University
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Typical Online Student Profile

• Adult learners
• Seeking flexible, high quality education
• Motivated and self-directed
• Aged 2360
• Typically have 3 years work experience
• Computer literate
• Take 25 years to complete the degree

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International University
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Student Services

• Academic counseling
• Online orientation
• Career counseling
• Peer mentoring
• Online study guides
• Online library services
• Financial aid
• 24/7 technical support

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International University
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Best-of-the-Best Faculty

• Multi-tiered faculty model
• Academic advisory boards
• Content experts course designers
• Subject matter experts from leading universities
  and industries around the world
• Certified teaching faculty
• Ph.D. level credentials
• Majority working outside academia to blend theory
  and practice

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International University
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How Students Interact

• With instructors other students
• Limited class size (125 ratio)
• Collaborative technologies
• Online chat
• Threaded discussions
• E-mail

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International University
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Accreditation of Online Universities

• Regional accreditation
• Highest level of accreditation a university can
  obtain in the US
• Six regional accrediting bodies in the US
• Benefits of regional accreditation
• Guarantees continued legitimacy and credibility
  of the institution
• Provides the ability for students to transfer
  credits to other regionally accredited
  institutions
• Serves as an endorsement that most employers are
  seeking

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International University
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Career Advantages of Online Learning

• Real world relevancy
• Students apply what they learn today on the job
  tomorrow
• Builds technical competence
• New networking opportunities

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International University
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EXTRA SLIDES
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International University
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Advantages of Online Learning

• Qualified and global faculty
• Courses in multiple languages
• Open enrollment
• Flexibility of asynchronous learning
• Learners maintain quality of life
• Affordable
• High quality

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International University
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From Admission to Graduation
18 months

• Application to a degree program
• References, transcripts, essay
• Complete core and electives curriculum
• 8-week courses
• Complete major or specialization curriculum
• Capstone project
• Graduation

5 years
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International University
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Jones International University

• First fully online, accredited university
• Founded in 1993
• Accredited in 1999 (the Higher Learning
  Commission)
• LearnShare strategic partner
• 10 tuition discount available to all LearnShare
  members
• Unique features
• Organically grown for online learning
• Convenient anytime and anywhere learning
• Best-of-the-best in learning and support

Dr. Pamela S. Pease, President, Jones
International University