Frequently Asked Questions

If you are a current student, enroll online using your myMCCKC account and enter the 5-digit class number.

When searching for classes, be sure to select any campus when searching for a specific class. Click on "Additional Search Criteria" and choose "Internet" for the "Mode of Instruction."

If you've never been an MCC student visit apply now for step-by-step instructions.

Follow those instructions or call our office at 816.604.4490 or 816.604.1000 for assistance.

Like other campuses, MCC-Online has several staff dedicated to student services. All online students have a dedicated assigned Student Success Advisor that is available to meet over the phone or email.

Check your Success Team card in your myMCCKC account to see who your Student Success Advisor is along with the rest of your network. Of course, you are welcome to call MCC-Online at 816.604.4490.

In addition to administrative supports, online instructors are always available through email or Canvas messages. See your instructor syllabus or "Instructor Information" in Canvas for contact information.

Canvas Help is available 24/7 for general questions regarding Canvas, our LMS (Learning Management System). Through Canvas help, you can search for frequently asked questions regarding many topics regarding Canvas, chat with an agent or call for hands-on assistance. Their number is 888.296.6136.

No, it is important to note that online classes offer the same quality and rigor that you can expect from on-ground classes. Online classes may in fact be harder, as more reading and comprehension is often required. However, many students find online classes to be a convenient option, since the classroom can travel with them. There is also a lot of support available for online students.

No, just like on-ground classes, online classes have schedules, due dates and deadlines. Online classes often have a deadline every week or even multiple times in a week. While you can't work at your own pace, online classes do offer you more flexibility than traditional on-ground courses, since you aren't required to be in a classroom at set times during the week. You have a bit more freedom to structure your learning with online classes, but you still have to adhere to the course schedule.

Yes, just like with on-ground classes, the instructor determines the specific attendance requirements for a class.

Please note that for online classes, students must login and submit an assignment within the first week in order to avoid being dropped for non-attendance. Federal guidelines further require online students to regularly login, participate and complete assignments to remain as attending. We recommend that you login to a class several times a week to keep up with assignments and homework.

Online classes:

• Are more work than you expect them to be
• Can be confusing until you learn what's expected
• Require more time management
• Need your attention on a daily basis (or at least every other day)
• Require basic computer skills
• Require self-motivated students
• Require more time than you expect them to be

Successful students of online classes are able to adapt to the online class. Here's what some MCC students have said about online courses:

• Online classes are excellent, but can be confusing and appear overwhelming when you first begin.
• When I first started online classes as I am a full-time online student, I was very overwhelmed and lost. Now that I have talked with my professors and have a schedule down to complete work, balance my grades and stay in touch with my professors, I am doing very well with online classes.
• Online classes take good communication skills, organization and effort.
• You learn a lot with online classes. Often people don't understand the amount of work the professor will assign to make up for the time lost in class.
• Online classes allow you to work 9-5, have your family life and still get your education.
• Online courses are not for everyone. If you are a dedicated person with enough time to check Canvas daily, then online classes might be good for you.
• It (online classes) take a lot of self motivation.

We have both traditional 16 week classes and 8 week accelerated classes. To determine what is best for your financial, academic and personal needs, we recommend you talk with a Student Success Advisor to determine how many classes are best for your needs.

The amount of time you can or should devote to your course will depend on many factors. What course are you taking? What grade would you consider successful? How often will you login to class? How often do you plan to study?

If you are working full time, chances are you will not have the time to take a full academic load (12-18 credit hours). At minimum, for a 3-credit hour class an online student should plan to commit a minimum of six hours a week for online activities, research and testing.

Credit hours	Minimum hours per class per week
3	6 hours
6	12 hours
9	18 hours
12	24 hours

• Regular access to current computer technology with up-to-date software
• Reliable broadband connection to the internet
• Note: Some employers and public access computers may have firewalls in place that prevent logging in to an online course
• Course exams may be proctored and require a web camera and microphone. Chromebooks may not be compatible with some courses.