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Online Learning

At the UA College of Nursing, you can enhance and enrich your educational experience through our e-Learning environments.  All of our graduate degree programs, Master of Science, PhD in Nursing and Doctor of Nursing Practice are enhanced by the use of online technology.  Students also can obtain online a post Masters’ certificate in nurse practitioner options and informatics.

Our PhD program combines state-of-the-art e-Learning experiences with intensive research mentored experiences with our internationally renowned faculty.   Research Intensive Summer Experience, RISE, bring students and faculty together for a 10-days event  each August for the first three years of the program.  DNP students and their faculty gather in a similiar timeframe to engage in practice inquiry opportunities.

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WHAT DO I NEED?
Check out the technical requirements to participate in the program.
 
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LEARN D2L:
Learn in detail about our online learning environment, D2L (Desire to Learn).

Web-based education, or e-Learning, offers you many advantages in addition to accessibility anytime, anywhere. E-Learning frequently increases the amount interaction you have with other students and faculty, as you work collaboratively to increase your understanding of health-related problems and potential solutions. In addition, developing e-Learning skills now will give you an advantage when you graduate because e-Learning is the future of continuing education in organizations.

To get the most out of our e-Learning environments, you will need basic computer skills, a good computer and a high quality internet connection. See Technical Requirements below for specific details.

Technical Requirements

What do I need?
What computer system is required to be able to participate in a University of Arizona College of Nursing online course?

You are expected to have an understanding of Internet and email basics. You will be navigating and searching the Internet and corresponding with others in your class using web-based conferencing and email.

RECOMMENDED REQUIREMENTS -
Online courses have the following recommended hardware and software requirements:

  • Windows-based computer with a Pentium™-class processor (minimum of 2.8Ghz)
  • Windows XP Operating System or later
  • At least 512MB RAM (1 GIG or more recommended)
  • Video card capable of 16-bit color
  • Monitor size is up to you, but we recommend a 17" screen or larger for ease of viewing (minimum resolution of 800x600)
  • Soundcard and computer speakers
  • Microphone
  • Video webcam
  • DVD/CD player (CD Writer desirable)
  • Good quality printer
  • *Broadband internet connection (Cable Modem, DSL, ISDN )

* Internet service provider (ISP)
The most important component is a high quality Internet connection
. Cable Modem, DSL, ISDN or other high speed, broadband service is strongly recommended. Dial-up modems, while usable, will result in frustrating results during conferencing or other multimedia activities.

Software and Plug-Ins

Maintenance & Configuration

  • Windows updates - free download
  • JavaScript must be turned on.
  • Cookies must be enabled.
  • Popups must be allowed.






 

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