Modalities
Faculty with questions about the specific instructional strategies for these modalities should visit the Office of Online Learning website. This office is available for ongoing faculty training and support. Please note that course modality is not an approved accommodation. For specific information about accommodations, reach out directly to Ted Donahue at donahuet1@southernnct.edu, and review the webpage: Accessibility Services.
All programs have been approved by the CT Board of Regents to be offered in one or more specific modalities and these approvals dictate how programs must be delivered:
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In-person: Fewer than 50% of courses may be offered online.
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Hybrid: More than 50% of courses may be offered online.
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Online: 100% of courses must be offered online (excluding clinical requirements for licensed programs).
Departments may consult with UCF/Graduate Council to initiate a proposal to change/add a program modality and can run Modality Report for Departments to ensure compliance with approved modalities by subject area. Deans may run Modality Report for Deans to monitor course schedules by term, college, and subject.
The following course modalities will be in effect as of the Summer 2025 semester:
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In-Person:
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Hybrid:
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(NEW) Hybrid Limited: Some instruction, but less than 50%, occurs on predefined days/times and in a specified physical location. This portion of the course will meet in person. The remainder of the instruction is delivered remotely, either synchronously or asynchronously.
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Online Synchronous:
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Online Asynchronous:
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(NEW) Online Blended: All instruction occurs online but requires a mix of remote synchronous (predefined days/times) and asynchronous online learning.
Note: Individualized course types (independent studies, directed research, etc.) will continue to use the "In-Person" instructional mode unless otherwise specified. Instruction for these courses will be delivered at times and locations agreed upon by the instructor and students.