If you are reading this page, you already have the basic tools needed to take an online course at Rogue Community College. Online learning gives you flexibility to complete coursework on your schedule while staying focused on your education and career goals.
Online courses offer convenience, but they also require planning, organization and active participation.
Online courses work best if you are able to:
- Manage your time and meet weekly deadlines
- Stay organized and track assignments independently
- Read instructions carefully and communicate clearly
- Log in regularly and participate throughout the term
Online learning gives you flexibility, but success depends on consistent engagement.
Online and in‑person courses share many similarities.
- Class sizes are often similar
- You complete comparable assignments and assessments
- The same academic expectations apply
Most online courses follow a weekly structure, with regular due dates for assignments, discussions and quizzes. Instructors use course announcements, email and calendars to help you stay on track.
Online courses include a mix of activities, such as:
- Assignments and essays
- Quizzes and exams
- Discussion board participation
- Group work or peer review, depending on the course
You submit assignments electronically through Blackboard. For example:
- Written work may be uploaded as a Word document
- Design or creative projects may be submitted as image or project files
Feedback and grades are provided through the online course platform.
Yes. Online courses are led by Rogue Community College faculty members. Many instructors teach both online and face‑to‑face courses.
You can contact your instructor through:
- Course messages in Blackboard
- Discussion boards
- Scheduled appointments, which may be in person, by phone or online
No, you are not on your own. Even though you are learning online, support is available.
Many campus services support online students, including:
- Online tutoring
- Library research assistance
- Bookstore delivery options
- Academic advising
Online learning does not mean learning alone.
You register for online courses the same way you register for any RCC course:
- Log in to myRogue
- Or visit the Schedule page to add online classes
Any special meeting times or requirements are clearly listed when you register.
Online courses appear on your transcript the same as face‑to‑face courses. They are not labeled as online.
You can purchase or rent course materials anywhere you choose. The RCC Online Bookstore is a convenient option and can ship materials directly to you.
Most online courses are fully online and do not require on‑campus attendance.
If a course has an in‑person requirement, it is clearly noted in the schedule before you register.
Most online courses do not meet at set times. Coursework is usually completed within weekly deadlines.
A small number of courses have scheduled meeting times, which are clearly listed during registration.
Most online courses include orientation materials within Blackboard.
If you are new to online learning, you are encouraged to attend a Blackboard orientation during the first week of the term. These sessions show you how to:
- Log in
- Submit assignments
- View grades
- Navigate your course
Blackboard orientations focus on technology, not course content.
Online courses follow RCC’s administrative drop policies.
You must participate during the first week of the term or risk being dropped. Participation may include:
- Posting to a discussion board
- Completing an assignment
- Acknowledging course materials
Specific requirements are listed by your instructor.
You can access online courses on most devices with internet access. However, for completing assignments, RCC recommends:
- A desktop or laptop computer
- A full keyboard and mouse
If you need computer access, student computer labs are available on all RCC campuses.
Online courses become available at 8 a.m. on the first day of the term.
Courses are not accessible before this time.
Yes, especiallly if you are enrolled in a credit program.
An RCC email account is not required to take non-credit courses, but it is strongly recommended. Your student email provides access to:
- Blackboard
- myRogue
- Student discounts
- Campus communications
You can learn more through the myRogue Student Portal.
Need Help?
- For course questions, contact your instructor through Blackboard.
- For technical issues, the RCC Computer Support team can help with login, browser compatibility and system access.
Support is available to help you stay connected and successful in your online courses at Rogue Community College.