what is an im direct course

by Dina Kassulke 4 min read

IM Direct (IMD) is an inclusive access model with major education publishers, including Pearson, Cengage and McGraw-Hill Education. Entire classes of students automatically receive digital instructional materials discounted below competitive market rates, rather than purchasing them individually.

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What is AlamoOPEN?

AlamoOPEN is the district's no-cost initiative. It includes the use of Open Education Resources (OER) for students and instructors. AlamoOPEN also includes IM Direct, which is the district's inclusive access initiative. IM Direct negotiates with publishers to reduce the cost of instructional materials.

Can I take classes at multiple Alamo Colleges?

Now that you are part of the Alamo Colleges system, you can take a course at any of the Alamo Colleges. However, if you plan to graduate from San Antonio College, it is important to speak to your Advisor about the maximum number of courses you can take at another Alamo College.

How do I transfer from one Alamo college to another?

Transfer students must submit an official transcript from the last undergraduate college or university attended. Transcripts must be unopened and sealed in their original envelope to be accepted for admissions. Once you receive your “Next Steps” email you can log in to ACES.

Is San Antonio College a good school?

San Antonio College President Dr. Robert Vela is excited to announce that SAC has been named one of the 2020 Top Ten Community Colleges in Texas by the national Guide to Online Schools, Optimal.com. San Antonio College ranks No. 8 among the 25 best community colleges in the state.

What is considered full time at San Antonio College?

A Full-Time Student is enrolled 6 or more credit hours. A Part-Time Student is enrolled in fewer than 6 semester credit hours. An overview of the assignments and activities to be included in a course; a contract between the student and instructor.

Can I take classes at any Alamo college?

Students who apply to one college are eligible to attend any of the Alamo Community Colleges: Northeast Lakeview College, Northwest Vista College, Palo Alto College, St. Philip's College, and San Antonio College.

Is UTSA an Alamo college?

Students who are offered the program and accept will begin at one of the Alamo Colleges in the fall semester of their freshman year....24 hours of prescribed courses will be taken at Alamo Colleges:AreaCoursesSCHMathMATH 1314 or MATH 1342 or required Math for intended major at UTSA35 more rows

Is it good to transfer from college to university?

You will stand out in all aspects If you think long term, being a college-to-university transfer student will ALWAYS look good and stand out; not only when looking for a job but also for finding any sort of opportunities like continuing a Master's degree in a specific program at a particular university.

What is DirectCourse?

DirectCourse provides standardized, tailored online training to empower the direct service workforce and their mission to help others lead meaningful lives within their communities. Provide the support, education and resources your staff needs, while meeting compliance requirements and reducing liability.

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Student Holds

A student hold may prevent you from registering for classes, receive grades, request transcripts, take final examinations, or receive any other information.

Late Payments and Failure to Pay

You are responsible to make payments by the tuition payment plan deadlines. If you fail to pay on or before the payment due date, you may incur a $10 Late Fee for each late payment.

Check Regulations

The Alamo Colleges reserves the right to convert a personal check into an ACH. During the acceptance of a personal check the storefront discloses a statement that all personal checks will be converted into ACH transaction and will be processed electronically. In addition the receipt provides written notice of this disclosure.

Three-Peat Tuition Costs

Due to state legislation passed Spring 2005 (HB994, Sec3), the Alamo Colleges will no longer be reimbursed by the state for courses taken by students who have attempted the same course three or more times previously (which includes courses taken that result in a grade of "W").

Testing Fees

Testing Fees can be paid online using our Alamo Colleges Marketplace Mall. Payments accepted through Market Place Mall are MasterCard, Visa, American Express, Discover and electronic check. Please visit the Testing Department Website before you go online* and make a payment.

Student Support Service Fee

All students in the Alamo Colleges District pay a Student Support Service Fee, which also covers parking at any of the Alamo Colleges District campuses, off-site locations or district offices. No sticker or decal is distributed.

Refund to Credit Cards

When a refund is preferred to be applied back to a credit card used to pay tuition; please contact the District Business Office. This manual process will require an email to any of the following employees. Please include on the subject line of your email: Credit Card Refund and Banner ID.

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