Orientation for Distance Education Students
TigerMail and OIT Account Activation
Your Office of Information Technology (OIT) account gives you access to your student TigerMail account, Blackboard, AUAccess, and to other secure sites at Auburn University. Much of your coursework as a distance learner will require you to log in using this identification. Class-related and official university email will be sent to your student address (userid@auburn.edu), so you MUST have this account set up. Visit the TechStart section of the OIT website as soon as you can to do this. Note: if you are accessing secure sites (like these at Auburn) from a workplace computer, it may be necessary to contact your local IT person to allow the proper permissions.
University Technology (OIT) HelpDesk: 334.844.4944 or helpdesk@auburn.edu
Streaming Video and Class MediaOur program utilizes Real streaming media technology. Please take some time to test and set up your computer so that you are comfortable with access and playback. We also provide audio versions of lectures, including podcasts. You will be guided through specifics as individual classes proceed. NOTE: since this method of delivery is unique to our program/college, OIT tech support may not be able to help you. If you experience trouble with our class media, please refer to the help page directly below or contact cspd@auburn.edu.TextbooksSample the media here: http://www.auburn.edu/cspd/alt/
Media help page: http://www.auburn.edu/cspd/alt/stream.htmlYou may obtain your books from any source, but the AU Bookstore staff, located in Haley Center, are familiar with our distance students and are prepared with your texts. Order online (http://www.aubookstore.com) or call 334-844-1361. If you are on campus and paying for textbooks with a purchase order, take them to the “Departmental Charge” counter. Your textbooks will be listed each semester under the appropriate semester link on the program website: http://www.auburn.edu/cspd/
Blackboard
Most of your instructors will utilize Blackboard, which is the university's course tool software. You access Blackboard using your OIT user ID and password. You will be informed further by your instructor as to its use in specific classes. You may contact cspd@auburn.edu with questions about how Blackboard is used in your program. Click here for Blackboard help links.
Proctors
Auburn University requires that all distance education exams be proctored whether the exams are administered electronically, emailed, or hard copies sent through regular mail. You must have an approved proctor in place before your first scheduled exam. Please read Guidelines.Accessibility and AccommodationsBecause our program is media rich and technically complex, there may be accessibility challenges. We strive to make our online programs accessible to all and have been highly successful in that goal. If you anticipate difficulty accessing online class materials due to a documented disability, please contact us as soon as possible. It is important to be in touch with us (the program and professors) early on, as well as with AU's Program for Students with Disabilities to ensure proper accommodation. The PSD provides reasonable accommodations and services for qualified students with documented disabilities who are attending Auburn University, enrolled in distance learning classes, or participating in programs sponsored by Auburn University. Program for Students with Disabilities (PSD)
Online Resources
By exploring Auburn University’s website, you will be able to solve almost any (student-related) problem, find information and forms related to your program, and take care of most student business. You are encouraged to become familiar with it, and to use it frequently. Listed below are just a few links which you will find useful, as well as links that you will use daily for your coursework. Add them to your Favorites!
............................................................................REO - Rehabilitation Education Online (Rehab Programs)
http://www.auburn.edu/cspdDaily Blog (Rehab Programs)
http://blog.auburn.edu/brownd6/wordpress/Auburn University
http://www.auburn.eduAU student resources
http://www.auburn.edu/main/currentstudents.htmlProgram for Students with Disabilities (PSD)
http://www.auburn.edu/academic/disabilities/Virtual Tour
http://www.auburn.edu/student_info/student_affairs/admissio/virtual/virtual.htmGraduate School
http://www.grad.auburn.edu/Library
http://www.lib.auburn.edu/OIT help (technology help)
http://www.auburn.edu/helpdesk/AU Bookstore
http://www.aubookstore.comDepartment of Rehabilitation and Special Education
http://education.auburn.edu/academic_departments/rse/index.html
Unanswered questions about our program or your course of study? Please contact:
Dawn Browning
cspd@auburn.edu or 334-844-2139