Requirements for Online Learning

• Motivation, self discipline and the ability to engage with others in thoughtful, challenging, Christian dialogue.
• A schedule that permits 8 to 12 hours per week of reading, studying, and writing per course.
• Willingness to engage in an extensive amount of reading and writing.
• The ability to obtain textbooks and other resources. [Textbooks for online courses can be purchased through Trinity’s Bookstore at 1-800-874-8754. Students receive a 20% discount on most purchases.]
• Basic skills in typing, emailing, and creating/attaching electronic files.
• SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS:

o   Regular and reliable access to high-speed internet (DSL or cable suggested)

o   A Java-enabled web browser

o   A word processor capable of reading and creating .docx files (Microsoft Office 2007 or higher)

o   Adobe Reader (available at http://get.adobe.com/reader/)

o   Software on which to play Mp3 files (such as Windows Media Player or Quicktime)

o   A headset (microphone + earphones) for any course in which there is a real-time component.