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Online Learning

Who are our online learners?

People just like you, but we still refer to them as Muleriders like the rest of our students. Our online courses meet a wide variety of needs for different situations by focusing on flexibility and accessibility. Just because you aren’t a face in the crowd, doesn’t mean you are just a number; at SAU our online learners still have access to the resources that foster academic and professional success. In addition to getting support from your faculty, our online courses and programs are supported by the Magale Library, as well as through the Student Support Services and the Employment Resource Center. Some of our learners include:

  • current students at SAU looking to complete their general education courses or degree requirements.
  • prospective students who would like to see how SAU’s family-like environment and college experience can benefit them
  • non-traditional students who enjoy the freedom and ease of online access.
  • graduate students who pursue higher education while managing their families and careers.
  • retirees looking to broaden their horizons, or finally pursue their lifelong dream.
How Do I Get Started?
  • If you are not a current student, please apply for admission.
  • If you are a current student (or after being admitted):
    1. Make sure to meet/talk with your advisor.
    2. If necessary, apply for financial aid and scholarships.
    3. Find an online course.
    4. Review the registration procedures.
    5. Login to MySAU and register in Campus Connect.
    6. Pay/save your schedule.
    7. Order your textbooks and get familiarized with the Magale Library’s Resources
    8. Familiarize yourself with our Online Learning support for students.
On the First Day of Class:
  1. Log in to Blackboard using your issued log-in information and start your courses on the first day of class, just like you would go to a face-to-face class.
  2. If this is your first time taking an online course at SAU, you will need to successfully complete the SAU Online Student Primer before you will be allowed to access your courses. Upon completion of the primer, your courses should be available in approximately one hour.
  3. Information on how to contact your professor and the course specifics will be available on Blackboard on the first day of class.
After Classes Begin:
  • Make a personal calendar or schedule to help you budget your time and stay on top of your coursework.
  • Be sure to give yourself plenty of time to submit work in case you encounter any technical issues.
  • Stay in communication with your faculty about what’s going well and what’s giving you trouble.
  • Reach out to your academic advisor if you start to struggle or find yourself in poor course standing.

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