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Online Learning


Walden University does not have a campus. Courses are offered entirely over the Internet. Face-to-face residencies (for doctoral and some master’s programs) are offered at convenient times and locations.

Flexibility
Walden’s online classroom environment is asynchronous, meaning you can participate when it’s convenient for you within an assigned period. Weekly discussion topics, required readings, and assignments will all be listed in the online syllabus provided by your instructor.

Access
Many Walden programs use a myWalden page that offers central access to your courses, student information, and support services. You can log in to your course through a Web browser on any computer anywhere (see Technology Requirements).

You’ll have a syllabus that includes

Exchanging Ideas
Once you’re logged in to the online learning environment, you can read postings from your classmates and faculty member and add to the discussions. All students are required to participate, so you’ll get a broad range of perspectives.

The flow of online dialogue is preserved so that you can retrace the conversation. This exchange of diverse ideas, perspectives, and experiences with peers around the world will give you new insights that you can apply directly to your profession.

You may also take quizzes, tests, or exams online. These often open and close at predetermined times and require you to complete them in a set amount of time.

Online classrooms include

For a side-by-side comparison of classroom and online learning, see our learning model comparison chart

As you learn, you’ll also be supported by comprehensive university services.

For more information about online classrooms, call 1-866-492-5336.

Residencies
Walden’s doctoral programs and M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program have face-to-face residencies held throughout the year at locations across the United States. Residencies allow you to collaborate directly with faculty, staff, and other students in seminars, classes, and individual advising sessions.

Learn more about

For more information about residencies, call 1-866-492-5336.

Time Commitment
To get the most from your studies, you should dedicate blocks of time to your program. Students report that they spend 15 to 20 hours a week per course on readings, assignments, research projects, and online discussions.

Some courses require that you log in a specific number of times a week. However, you have the flexibility to choose what times you log in and what blocks of time you set aside for your studies.

For tips on balancing work, family, and education, call 1-866-492-5336.

Depending on your program, online courses are offered in

Courses have defined start and completion dates. You’ll typically have about one week off between semesters or quarters.

Some Ph.D. programs use an individualized research curriculum that has more general completion guidelines.

Start dates are offered throughout the year so that you can begin your program when it’s convenient for you.

Call 1-866-492-5336 for more information about start dates and course calendars for your program.

Technology Requirements
To ensure your success, you should be proficient using email, the Internet, and common desktop productivity software.

General technology requirements include

Doctoral students and students in the M.S. in Mental Health Counseling program are encouraged to use a laptop computer for their work in view of their required attendance at academic residencies.

Throughout your program, you’ll receive technical assistance and support in the online classrooms from Walden’s Student Support Team.

Find out how Walden will help you prepare for online learning. Call 1-866-492-5336.

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