What is a WEB Course?
WEB courses are generally delivered over the computer, and may be taken at any location having Internet access, including your home.  In some cases the use of videotapes, DVDs, or computer conferencing is included. 

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Blackboard
Most of your USM WEB courses will use a software platform called Blackboard.
This site will provide you with the information you need to get into your course.
Technical Support is available through USM's HELP! Desk.
Please call 207-780-4029, or email: HelpDesk@usm.maine.edu

USM E-mail Account
To access Blackboard to must first activate your "maine.edu"
e-mail account
Video tutorial on account activation.

• It's needed to get into your Blackboard course

• The Distance Learning Office will be e-mailing you a Welcome Letter
  from your instructor with course expectations and  start- up information.