Please review the IHCC Online Learning Computer Standards. You must have reliable access to a computer that meets specific standards, including
Internet access, before you can take an online or hybrid course.
A personal, home computer is recommended over relying on the availability of a computer
in another location.
Verify that you're able to access and use the tools in MyHills to complete online course assignments. If you need assistance, contact the IT Help Desk.
When taking an online test through MyHills, your instructors may require you to use
the free Respondus LockDown Browser. They may also have you use a webcam to monitor
your activity as you take the test.
NOTE: This version of the Lockdown browser is the only version of one compatible with
IHCC online courses, and it cannot be used for outside courses.
The Zoom platorm allows students and faculty to interact using audio and video via MyHills.
To ensure you are ready to use these tools properly, please work through the Zoom Tutorials.
Having a working webcam, as well as audio headphones with a built-in microphone, are
requirements listed in the Computer Standards for IHCC Courses (PDF).
This equipment is used both for taking online tests and interacting online with your
instructors and fellow students. The webcam can be built into your computer (as is
the case with most laptop computers) or it can be the type that plugs into your computer
with a USB cable.
If you don’t already have a webcam, they are available for purchase from the IHCC Bookstore. Be sure to test your equipment ahead of time to ensure it works .
Online students can (and should!) make use of the many services and resources provided
by the IHCC Library, including the library's Online Databases. You will find the library helpful as you conduct research for written assignments
and other projects in your online courses.
Be sure to get started collecting your resources early in the term and allow sufficient
time for the use of Interlibrary Loan (ILL) services, as necessary.
The Academic Success Center provides assistance to online students in numerous ways, including writing and math
instruction, tutoring, and more.
Please make use of their services as needed to ensure you receive the help you need
and that your written assignments reflect proper spelling, grammar, and formatting.
The Online Success Center in MyHills is also an excellent resource for online students.
Indian Hills has partnered with LinkedIn Learning to provide our students with 24/7 access to an extensive, high-quality, online video
training library.
You'll find more than 13,000 courses, mainly focused on how to use various software
programs, but also extending to wider topics, such as photography and giving effective
presentations.
We encourage you to take advantage of this excellent resource while enrolled with
Indian Hills.
SafeAssign is an online service that includes tools for peer review (students providing
feedback to one another), grading, and plagiarism detection.
Many professors require students to submit their written assignments using this tool.
Please work through the SafeAssign Tutorials to ensure you are comfortable using it.
