Student Resources

Time Commitment

Graduate Courses - For each 3-credit class, you can expect to commit 16-17 hours per week during the 8-week term. This includes both time spent in the classroom in Canvas and out-of-class student work such as reading and preparing assignments.  

Undergraduate Courses - For each 3-credit class, you can expect to commit 10-12 hours per week during the 8-week term. This includes both time spent in the classroom in Canvas and out-of-class student work such as reading and preparing assignments.  

See the policy below as stated in the Academic Catalog:

Credit Hour Policy

Claremont Lincoln University's Credit Hour Policy is consistent with the U.S. Department of Education's credit hour policy. A 3-unit course includes work that reasonably approximates (1) not less than 6 hours of classroom or direct faculty instruction and 10 hours of out-of-class student work each week for an 8-week term; or (2) at least an equivalent amount of work as required above through other academic activities as established by Claremont Lincoln University leading to the award of credit hours.

ASSIGNMENTS

Each course will have two assignments. Each assignment is unique, with directions provided in the assignment module within the course in Canvas. The assignment module will also include the assignment rubric. The assignment directions and rubric will outline assignment requirements, so it's essential to use both when completing assignments.

DISCUSSION QUESTIONS

Students are required to engage in weekly discussions each week. These discussions are drawn from weekly readings, video lectures, and other resources in Canvas. Main posts are due on Thursday by 11:59 pm (PST). Students must respond to at least two other students by Saturday by 11:59 pm (PST). Students must include examples from the readings to illustrate or support their thoughts. Students must also read and respond to colleagues' posts (at least two). Each reply should seek to further the conversation by asking questions, providing an alternative perspective, or expanding on classmates' thoughts. 

INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES

In many courses, students are required to complete interactive activities. These interactives are designed to provide learning experiences in different formats, and they are drawn from the required readings, media, and other resources in Canvas. Students are encouraged to complete their interactive activities early in the week. Additional instructions and due dates are provided in the weekly module on Canvas. If you have any more questions, please reach out to your faculty in advance.

LEARNING REFLECTION

Each course has overall learning outcomes divided into measurable, weekly subordinate learning objectives. The weekly activities (projects, discussions, papers) are designed to lead to the mastering of these learning objectives. The weekly objectives are provided at the beginning of every week. Students reflect on the course and evaluate their learning at the end of designated weeks (2, 4, 6, and 8). Self-reflection and journaling are part of mindful practice and offer the opportunity to chart and monitor progress. Spending time on the reflection each week develops notes that can be used for the Course Learning Reflection. The Weekly Reflections are not anonymous and should be completed at the end of the appropriate week.

COURSE LEARNING REFLECTION

Students are asked to reflect on each course Learning Objective during week eight of the course and provide artifacts, analysis, and change per each Course Learning Objective. 

There will be times when you may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, isolated, or tired as you complete your program of study. As such, it is essential to have a strong support network. Your support network could consist of family, friends, co-workers, and the community. Their support, understanding, and continual motivation are good, of course, but they may provide you with more direct assistance as well. Letting these special people in your life know what you need and how they can help you be successful in college is a conversation to have early and often. 

You are not alone on your academic journey; in addition to your network, you have everyone here at CLU cheering for you. Please get in touch with your instructor, student services, writing coach, professional coach, or capstone mentor if you need anything.