The college is closed for winter break (12/20-1/1) but spring class registration is open! Spring classes begin on January 27. Let's get ready! Search the online schedule for in-person, hybrid & online classes. Check out your registration date and time by logging into InSite and clicking the Registration tile.

InSite

Getting Started Online

Online learning student

The quick tips below will help you successfully start your online course.

Online Learning Tips

    • Check your course start dates and your Ed Plan to understand course details and plan your semester.
    • Check your InSite email for correspondence from the school and/or your instructor.
    • Review any required materials for your class and visit the bookstore online. 

    • You can borrow a graphing calculator, Chromebook, headphones, webcam, and a wi-fi hotspot through DVC’s technology loan program. 
    • Canvas works best on Chrome. Check for browser updates.
    • Find additional support on the new Educational Technology Resources page (coming soon!).

  • Complete our Canvas Expert and Online Success Badges to prepare for using Canvas and taking courses online.

    • Log into Canvas. Your course shells will be available on your course start date.  
    • Scan course modules for content, assignments, and due dates. Students will need to complete any work due in the first weeks to maintain their course enrollment.  
    • Regularly check Canvas Inbox for communications from instructors and peers. 

    • Students who attend office hours learn more, better connect, and achieve academic success.  
    • Look at syllabus and course information on Canvas to locate office hour details.  
    • Communicate regularly with your professor. 
    • If you want to learn more about videoconferencing, review our “Zoom” guide on the Educational Technology Resources page (coming soon!). 

    • Engage in discussions by creating meaningful conversation.
    • Use Canvas inbox to communicate around coursework.
    • When available, create opportunities for online collaboration.