1. Los Medanos College Travel Marketing Program Online Classes: Are they for you? Online Classes in Travel Marketing1

2. 2 The Travel Marketing Program at Los Medanos College (a California Community College) offers all travel courses in a FULLY online format. You can “attend class” from the convenience of your home or office virtually from anywhere in the world.

3. Online Classes in Travel Marketing3 The only thing between you and our online courses is a mouse!

4. Online Classes in Travel Marketing4 How does our online class work? The only difference between our online classes and our face-to- face classes is that you don’t need to physically come to the classroom.The only difference between our online classes and our face-to- face classes is that you don’t need to physically come to the classroom. Just like any college course, you complete the assigned reading each week from the textbook that you have purchased for the online course.Just like any college course, you complete the assigned reading each week from the textbook that you have purchased for the online course. You attend class “virtually” each week by logging into the class anytime during the day, but at least every other day during the week (about 3 hours a week online).You attend class “virtually” each week by logging into the class anytime during the day, but at least every other day during the week (about 3 hours a week online). You read the agenda for the week, participate in group discussions online in the “Discussion Board”, email your assignments to your instructor, and complete quizzes and exams online.You read the agenda for the week, participate in group discussions online in the “Discussion Board”, email your assignments to your instructor, and complete quizzes and exams online. The class is not self-paced. We set the pace so that you complete work according to the schedule posted online.The class is not self-paced. We set the pace so that you complete work according to the schedule posted online.

5. Online Classes in Travel Marketing5 Advantages of taking an online class You can attend class at a time of the day that suits you best (accommodating both ‘morning people’ and ‘evening people’!)You can attend class at a time of the day that suits you best (accommodating both ‘morning people’ and ‘evening people’!) You can attend class comfortably from your computer at home or at workYou can attend class comfortably from your computer at home or at work You can save on driving time and gas!You can save on driving time and gas! You can participate in a very active, hands-on learning experience and get a deeper understandingYou can participate in a very active, hands-on learning experience and get a deeper understanding

6. Online Classes in Travel Marketing6 Who will succeed in an online class? Enquiring minds that want to know!Enquiring minds that want to know! Individuals with good time management and organizational skillsIndividuals with good time management and organizational skills Motivated and self-directed individuals who have good follow-throughMotivated and self-directed individuals who have good follow-through Those who enjoy working on the computer and are computer literateThose who enjoy working on the computer and are computer literate Those who enjoy reading to learn!Those who enjoy reading to learn!

7. Online Classes in Travel Marketing7 What does our online classroom look like? Sign up for an Online Orientation! Email dwilson@losmedanos.edu for more information! dwilson@losmedanos.edu

8. Online Classes in Travel Marketing8 Computer requirements to take our online courses High speed Internet connectionHigh speed Internet connection Internet service providerInternet service provider Internet browser – most will work, Internet Explorer is the most commonly usedInternet browser – most will work, Internet Explorer is the most commonly used Email accountEmail account Virus protectionVirus protection Basic computer knowledge:Basic computer knowledge: –Knowledge of MS Word, Email etiquette, facility with attaching Word documents to email, and software to view a PowerPoint presentation like this one.

9. Online Classes in Travel Marketing9 Time commitment To succeed in our online classes, you should commit approximately 9 hours a week to each course.To succeed in our online classes, you should commit approximately 9 hours a week to each course. –3 hours to read the textbook each week –3 hours online in the discussion board and reading other materials online –3 hours to research and complete your assignments This is standard for all our classes that meet for 3 hours a week face-to-face in a classroom.This is standard for all our classes that meet for 3 hours a week face-to-face in a classroom.

10. Online Classes in Travel Marketing10 Registering for our online classes Step by step: 1.Complete an LMC college application form online at www.losmedanos.edu. www.losmedanos.edu 2.Once your application is processed, you will receive your Student Identification Number in the mail. 3.Enroll for any of our classes online at www.losmedanos.edu in “Web Advisor” using your Student ID number. www.losmedanos.edu 4.Email the instructor for additional details and information about ordering the textbook online (if applicable). 5.Log into the online class at http://online.losmedanos.edu/ the day the class begins and follow the instructions online. http://online.losmedanos.edu/

11. Online Classes in Travel Marketing11 For more information: Information about Los Medanos College, Admissions information, Class schedules and enrollment can be found at www.losmedanos.eduInformation about Los Medanos College, Admissions information, Class schedules and enrollment can be found at www.losmedanos.eduwww.losmedanos.edu Information about the Travel Marketing Program can be found at www.losmedanos.edu/travel or by emailing Debbie Wilson at dwilson@losmedanos.edu.Information about the Travel Marketing Program can be found at www.losmedanos.edu/travel or by emailing Debbie Wilson at dwilson@losmedanos.edu.www.losmedanos.edu/travel Information about The Travel Institute, Destination Specialist (DS) certification courses, purchasing the DS books and registering for the DS certification exam can be found at www.thetravelinstitute.comInformation about The Travel Institute, Destination Specialist (DS) certification courses, purchasing the DS books and registering for the DS certification exam can be found at www.thetravelinstitute.comwww.thetravelinstitute.com

12. Online Classes in Travel Marketing12 A successful career in travel begins with an excellent education!