Course Instruction Modes

1.    In-person (P) – Course content is delivered in-person with the possibility of 0-24% being online to accompany in-person instruction.  (has a meeting pattern [Ex: MWF 8-8:50 am], has a room assignment)

2.    Blended (B) – Course content is delivered as a mix of in-person and online instruction.  Online instruction is 25-75% of the total course.    (has a meeting pattern [Ex: MW 8-8:50 am], has a room assignment)

3.    Online - Course content is delivered as 100% online.  (may or may not have a meeting pattern, no room assignment)

a.    Synchronous (OS) – Web-based technologies are used for classroom lectures and other activities to students at remote sites in real-time. Students are required to attend class in real-time. Presentations/Testing will be online in real-time and could be proctored. (has a meeting pattern [Ex: MWF 8-8:50 am], no room assignment)

b.    Asynchronous (OA) – Web-based technologies are used for lectures and other activities to students at remote sites. Students are not required to attend instruction in real-time however some presentations or testing could be required online in real-time and/or proctored.  (no meeting pattern, no room assignment)

c.    Flexible (OF) - Web-based technologies are used for lectures and other activities for students at remote locations. Students can choose to join lectures and other activities synchronously or can access instruction materials asynchronously. Some presentations or testing could be required online real-time and/or proctored.  This option provides students with the most flexibility within their schedule.  (has a meeting pattern [Ex: MWF 8-8:50 am], no room assignment) 

Instruction Mode In-Person Contact Online Content
In-Person 76% to 100% Up to 24%
Blended 25% to 75% 25% to 75%
Online Asynchronous 0% 100%
Online Synchronous 0% 100%
Online Flexible 0% 100%

 

Component: The format of the class offered, (such as LEC, RSD, LAB)

  • Lecture: Faculty-delivered instruction to multiple students often, but not always, in a classroom setting. A lecture or standard class is the primary portion of a course that is often delivered face to face.  While it is usually presented in a small or large group setting led by a faculty member, the course might also be very interactive and include group activities.  Note: A course typically taught as a “lecture” class should always be labeled as a “lecture component.” 
  • RSD: Recitation/Seminar/Discussion:  Usually a smaller class focusing on greater interaction between the instructor and students that meets in a group setting to discuss topics.  This format can include discussion sections related to a lecture course, or a stand-alone class.
  • Lab: A class or the “practice” portion of a course in which experimentation, class projects or other exercises or skills are performed in conjunction with material presented.
  • Independent Study: One-on-one instruction allowing for greater individualized learning and self-direction.  Individual study may be directed studies that are based on an agreed topic between instructor and student.  Topics may include but are not limited to research, problems, and readings. 

 

Attributes

An attribute is a piece of specific information noted on a course for informational purposes to faculty, staff and students and reporting purposes.

  • ADDN – See class notes for additional class meeting information
  • AOER – Low-Cost/Free Course Materials
  • ASCH – See class notes for course information
  • COMM – Communication Intensive/Emphasized
  • DIST – Distance course rates apply
  • EVNG – Evening class schedule begins after 4pm
  • EXAM – See class notes for evening exam days and times
  • FRSH – Freshman course
  • HONR – Honors courses
  • MAJR – Majors only
  • MOTR – Missouri Transfer CORE 42 Course
  • NTRN – Do not transcript
  • OFFC – Meets off campus
  • PRRQ – Course has a pre-requisite
  • SHAR – UM Course Sharing course
  • TRIP – Field trip required for the course
  • XLST – Cross-Listed Course