Cuesta College Policies

These resources have been compiled in conjunction with the Distance Education Committee, DE Task Force, Moodle Technical and Faculty Support as well as the Cuesta College Technology Trainer. In addition some resources are links to best practices at other organizations that are highly recognized for delivering effective online education.

Administrative Procedure 4105 Distance Education: Links to an external site.This policy includes the definition of distance education vs. correspondence courses, distance education delivery modalities, course approval process, regulations regarding "regular and effective contact."

Best Practices for Distance Education Pedagogical Readiness for Faculty: Links to an external site. This document provides recommendations regarding faculty standards for pedagogical readiness.

Best Practices for Distance Education Technology Readiness for Faculty Links to an external site.: This document provides recommendations regarding faculty standards for technology literacy and readiness.

Academic Honesty and Standards of Conduct: Links to an external site. This document provides students with an an understanding of acceptable conduct and academic honesty. Please provide your students with a link to this page, or share on your course syllabus.