Iḷisaġvik College offers distance learning and online options to accommodate students outside of Barrow. Courses are offered utilizing a variety of formats including teleconferencing, live web conferencing, and the MyCampus online learning management system. Registration for distance education courses is the same as for other courses in Barrow. For information about taking online or distance education courses consult the Course Catalog or contact the Registrar’s Office at 907-852-1763.
Computers for student use are available in the North Slope Borough Village Teleconference Centers. Teleconference Center Liaisons can help students with registration, ordering textbooks, and assist with basic computer troubleshooting. Training can be provided for all students on various distance learning technologies. Those with limited computer knowledge should consider enrolling in IT 100 Introduction to Online Learning and/or IC3 – Internet Computing Core Certification (IT 117, IT 118, and IT 119). For information about distance learning options and the technology used in online courses, contact Distance Education at 907-852-1860 between 8:30am and 5pm, or 907-319-8743 for post-business hours assistance.
Academic assistance is available for distance students through distance and location-based tutor availability. Please see the Learning Resource Center section above for more information.