McNeese State University will offer a variety of distance learning courses for academic credit during the 2008 summer sessions.

Distance learning courses are designed for well-disciplined students who are capable of handling independent study. Regular registration for these summer courses is currently underway through 11:59 p.m. April 30.

College by Cassette courses being offered are History of Film, ART 365, and Personal and Community Health, HHP 122. In addition to students watching the visual lecture material on their home television screens, they will also attend some on-campus classes.

Compressed video courses offer students an opportunity to receive credit from McNeese or other state universities by attending class at one of the on-campus sites or at one of McNeese's off-campus sites in Allen, Jeff Davis or Beauregard parishes. Compressed video involves two-way, full motion video and audio that closely replicates a traditional face-to-face class. Students should look for course listings marked section CZ (off campus) or CV (on campus) to register for these courses. A $20 per credit hour electronic fee will be administered for all CZ classes.

Internet or Web-based courses are being offered in several departments that allow students to access class information and assignments from home or at times that might be more convenient to the student. These courses require some on-campus meeting times or designated testing sites. Students should look for course listings marked section W to register for these courses. A $20 per credit hour electronic fee will be administered for all Web courses.

For more information, contact the McNeese E-Learning Office at (337) 475-5075 or by e-mail at hware@mcneese.edu.