Popularity of online education is growing at all levels of education, making it easier to find a college that offers classes through online and videoconferencing. Modoc County Office of Education has opened this opportunity working with the College of the Siskiyous to host a Distance Learning Center for videoconferencing classes. Spring 2012 classes are available for Modoc County high school students seeking concurrent enrollment and adults seeking a higher education.

You can register for videoconferencing classes with College of the Siskiyous at http://www.siskiyous.edu/navigator/gettingstarted.htm . If you have trouble logging in to Navigator, call 530-938-5523. Interested students please fill out a BOG (Board of Governors) waiver at Board of Governors fee waiver 2011-2012 (http://www.sac.edu/schedule/pdfs/RSCCD_BOGW_2011-12.HYPERLINK "http://www.sac.edu/schedule/pdfs/RSCCD_BOGW_2011-12.pdf "pdf ).

There is a wide range of online courses offered as well. Visit http://www.siskiyous.edu/online/for more information. Registration begins November 14th for Spring 2012. Enroll early as many classes fill fast. Spring Semester begins January 17, 2012.

Videoconferenced classes planned for Spring 2012, Modoc County Office of Education site:

ANTH 1010 (ANTH 1) 3 units: Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
This course is designed to present an overview of human cultures and the many remarkable ways in which humans adapt to their environment. The course includes sections on languages, archeology, ancient history and modern cultures, with an emphasis on living traditional cultures. (AA, CSU, UC). Advisory: ENGL 1001 or concurrent enrollment in ENGL 1001.

BA 0959 (BA 59) 3 units: Business and Practical Math
This course uses the business environment and life examples to learn mathematical principles. Topics include: statistics and probability, annuities and retirements, taxes, home and car loans, optimum solutions, proportions, and financial statements. (AA). Prerequisite: MATH 0852 or MATH 0850 or qualification through assessment.

BA 1006 (BA 6) 3 units: Introduction to Business
During this course, students are introduced to the world of business through discussions of marketing, management, entrepreneurship, finance, human resources, business ethics and the global marketplace. Various types of business entities will be examined and analyzed in the context of today’s dynamic business environment. (AA, CSU, UC). Advisory: ENGL 0950

BA 1018 (BA 18) 3 units: The Legal Environment of Business
The Legal Environment of Business is an introduction to the legal process and the impact of the law on societal, governmental and economic entities. Topics include sources of law and ethics, contracts, judicial and administrative processes, international legal issues, forms of business organizations and government regulation. Support hour. (UC)

COMS 1100 (SPCH 1) 3 units: Public Speaking
This course includes basic principles and practices of public speaking, developing proficiency and self-confidence in speaking with special attention to organization, development and communication of ideas, thought conveyance, structure, style and delivery. (AA, CSU, UC) Advisory: ENGL 1001

ECE 1500 (ECE 14) 3 units: Materials and Curriculum
This course is designed to support students in applying principles of early education as they recognize, design and assess developmentally appropriate materials and curriculum. Course content includes an overview of philosophies, theories, and standards as they are related to choosing materials and implementing curriculum which reflects Developmentally Appropriate Practice. Support Hour. Advisory: ECE 1 Credit Applicability: (AA, CSU)

ECE 1501 (ECE 3) 3 units: Child Guidance and Management
This course presents theory, principles and practices basic to positive child guidance. The class emphasizes psychological development recognizing the ethnic and cultural diversity of children and families, including typical and atypical developmental patterns. Support Hour required. (CSU). Advisory: ECE 1

ECE 2502 (ECE 24) 3 units: Early Childhood Education Practicum
This course offers an opportunity to demonstrate developmentally appropriate early childhood teaching competencies under guided supervision. Students will utilize practical classroom experiences to make connections between theory and practice, develop professional behaviors, and build a comprehensive understanding of children and families. Child centered, play-oriented approaches to teaching, learning, and assessment; and knowledge of curriculum content areas will be emphasized as student teachers design, implement and evaluate experiences that promote positive development and learning for all young children. (CSU).

EDUC 0960 (EDUC 60) 0.5 units: Reading Principles
This course offers classroom tutors an opportunity to learn reading program components and strategies for use with elementary school age children. (NDA)

ETHN 1001 (ETHN 1) 3 units: Ethnic Studies
This interdisciplinary course will introduce the student to the diverse institutional, cultural, and historical issues relating to the past and present life circumstances of Afro-Americans, Native Americans, Asian Americans, and Hispanic Americans. (AA, CSU, UC)

NURS 1045 (NURS 45) 3 units: Medical Terminology
This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of medical word building as well as terms related to specific body systems. Emphasis is placed upon pronunciation, spelling, anatomical, pathological, surgical, and diagnostic terminology. This course is designed for pre-nursing students, health care clerical support staff, nursing assistants, and others desiring a basic knowledge of medical terminology and how the body works. (AA, CSU)