Distance Education
Welcome! This website's aim is to provide information and inspiration for Southwestern College instructors. What you find here will grow and change as online learning and technology does, so suggestions and requests are always welcomed.
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Upcoming Faculty Training
Spring 2025, Weeks 1-8
Join us to learn about teaching with technology, Canvas features, and instructional approaches that support student success.
HOW TO Academy Spring 2025
The HOW TO Academy happens the week of Opening Day; join us for some hands-on help getting your courses ready for the new semester!
Distance Education Resources for Faculty
Distance Education Training & Support
Access training calendars and on-demand archives
DE Mentor Program
Partner with fellow SWC faculty to grow your skills.
DEFT (Distance Education Faculty Training)
Get SWC-certified to teach online or hybrid classes.
SOLID (Synchronous Online Learning Instructional Design)
Get SWC-certified to teach live online classes via Zoom.
DE Policies, Procedures, & Guidelines
Access current SWC DE protocol.
California Community Colleges (CCC) DE Resources
Learn about system resources for online course design and instruction.
Additional Resources for Faculty
Canvas Training & Support
Learn more about SWC's learning management system.
Teaching Tools & Resources
Info on making videos, software and tools, and other tech training materials.
Accessibility Resources
Ensure your course content is accessible to all students.
How Do I . . .?
Answers to common Canvas-related questions.
Canvas Faculty Support
If you are SWC faculty looking for Canvas help and technical information/training, there are several options for assistance:
Contact the OLC
The Online Learning Center (OLC) is located in room 64-344 of the Library at the SWC Chula Vista campus.
General DE inquiries may be emailed to onlinelearning@swccd.edu or please call (619) 482-6595.