1-- How will Alborz ICT University provide higher education
services through the Internet?
Alborz ICT University uses a Learning Management System
(LMS) to put its courseware on the Internet. It is an essential
piece of software, which will keep track of all the registered
students and their progress. Alborz students have to log
in the LMS daily to do their exercises, quizzes and assignments.
They will also find a wealth of reading material as well
as links to other resources. The navigation through the
LMS is very easy and self-explanatory.
2-- What do I need to start an online Degree Program at
Alborz ICT University?
You need a computer that you can access for extended periods
of time and at least a 56K modem Internet connection. Many
classes require that you have a word processing program
for online coursework and a series of supporting materials
on CD as well as simulation programs that will be distributed
among registered students free of charge. All other additional
materials will be outlined by your online course instructor
at the beginning of each course (subject).
3-- Will there be an instructor for my online class available
to help with questions?
There will be an instructor (an academic staff) for each
class. Online instructors are actively involved in the coursework,
giving assignments, grading and taking attendance. Many
times they will also lead forum discussions that allow you
to post questions or topics that will be answered by the
instructor, or one of the other students. In fact, the amount
of interaction between the instructor and students at Alborz
ICT University will be normally more than what students
at traditional universities are experiencing.
4-- Why should I take an Online Degree at a Virtual (Internet)
University?
Online learning lets you participate in the class when you
want to. Most times you can work at your own pace, in the
comfort of your own home. Online courses are also a good
solution for you if you would like to change the direction
of your career. Alborz ICT University illustrates the effectiveness
of online university programs that are based on its modern
educational paradigm. This proved to be more effective compared
with similar education one may obtain from traditional universities.
5-- What kind of educational programs can I take online
at Alborz ICT University?
Alborz ICT University is a degree granting institution,
commencing its operation by a Master program and four streams
of a Bachelor program in ICT. The number of accredited degree
programs at Alborz ICT University will increase to 50 in
a relatively short period of time. There are also a number
of short courses that one can take. Educational programs
at Alborz ICT University have been tailored such that its
graduate can compete in national, regional and international
ICT job market. A short listing of accredited educational
programs and non-award short courses is available in the
University Internet site.
6-- Is an online educational experience at Alborz ICT University
as effective as a traditional university?
Yes! The educational and technology models of Alborz ICT
University ensure the effectiveness of the University educational
services. These services are complying with international
standards and are constantly subjected to the university
quality assurance procedures that requires internal and
external quality audit. Moreover, the use of ICT for delivering
ICT educational resources to students who will be working
in ICT related professions is yet another reason for superiority
of Alborz University over traditional universities offering
similar programs.
7-- What about the accreditation of Alborz ICT University
degrees?
Like other Government affiliated universities, Alborz ICT
University degrees are accredited by the Ministry of Science,
Research and Technology. Moreover, Alborz ICY University
online programs are developed by a group of highly qualified
academics with excellent track records on innovative teaching
and learning experiences here and in foreign countries.
This means that degrees granted to graduates of Alborz ICT
University are recognized not only by official departments
within the Government but also by professional bodies in
Iran and some other developed counties. In the future, the
latter will be more important than the former, as it is
the case in almost all developed countries.
8-- What are the requirements to get enrolled at Alborz
ICT University?
For starting a degree program at Alborz ICT University you
need a valid high school diploma and an acceptable mark
in National University Entrance Examination (knonkour).
Provisions were made to enroll students who might not have
success in the entry examination but have interests and
talent. These students are enrolled as non-degree students
till they become qualified to enroll as degree students.
Enrolling in Master Degree programs at Alborz requires a
Bachelor degree from one of the government affiliated universities
or Islamic Azad University in appropriate disciplines and
acceptable mark in the entry examination.
9-- Will I meet other students in an online class? How will
we communicate?
Yes, of course. Depending on the degree program you are
enrolled in, some 15 to 20 percent of educational services
will be face-to-face at Alborz ICT University. Your computer
laboratories, workshops, introductory classes, and last
but not least your final assessments will be all face-to-face.
Furthermore, many students will need to communicate with
classmates to better educate themselves on the curriculum.
A number of online communication tools will be available
in all degree programs. So there will be plenty of opportunity
to establish an online repertoire with your fellow students
through e-mail, real-time chat and discussion/communication
forums.
10-- Will typical textbook used in traditional universities
be used at Alborz ICT University?
At Alborz ICT University students have access to varied
multimedia digital content, mostly designed and developed
at the University center for multimedia and digital content
development. Moreover, at Alborz ICT University, digital
course content and online assessment tasks are integrated
to achieve improved students’ learning. Nevertheless, students
may also use standard textbooks as references and further
study resources especially for specialized subjects in their
third and fourth year of study.
11-- How much does an online educational program cost per
session at Alborz ICT University?
Calculating students’ fee in a virtual university is a complicated
matter. The student fee for “Elite Education Programs” is
higher than for the “Mass Education Programs” as the number
of students in a class is a major factor in determining
the course fee. Nonetheless, student tuition fees and other
charges at Alborz ICT University are regulated by the Ministry
of Higher Education. These charges will not be higher than
charges imposed on students by government affiliated universities
offering full fee degree programs, and is much less than
the tuition fees charged by foreign virtual universities.
Moreover, a number of scholarships to qualifying applicants
will be available at Alborz ICT University.
12-- If I get stuck with a particular problem during my
study, can I directly contact my online course instructor?
For all online courses, the instructors and tutors are available
according to the class timetable. Instant correspondence
via e-mail is possible, and students can also post general
questions on class discussion board that all your classmates
and your instructor participate in. Just because you’re
learning new skills in the comfort of your own home doesn’t
mean you should feel isolated. In fact, one the strengths
of online education is the very possibility of learning
and constructing new knowledge in a cooperative learning
environment involving your instructor and other students
in your class.
13-- What is the language of instruction at Alborz ICT University?
The official language of instruction at Alborz ICT University
is Farsi. This means main stream course material, final
examination papers and the language used in face-to-face
instructions are in Farsi. The University, however, has
adapted a bilingual system comprising of English and Farsi.
Almost all references and extra reading materials are in
English. Moreover, some online assessment tasks and tutorial
questions as well as the language of online communication
is predominately in English. Students accepted at Alborz
University will complete intensive English language courses
(general and technical) during their first year of study.
14-- Will programs offered by Alborz ICT University be comparable
to the international standards?
Yes. Alborz ICT University offers curricula based on the
international standards. Alborz ICT University degree is
accredited by the Ministry of Science, Research and Technology,
similar to other government affiliated universities. The
most important aspect of online education is the use of
new educational technologies to implement the e-learning
paradigm, and making the student a life-long learner, these
being the fundamental aspects of international standards.
15-- Will I be able to continue my education in any other
University after obtaining a degree from Alborz ICT University?
Yes. Alborz is a degree granting institution with the accreditation
of Ministry of Science, Research and Technology. Alborz
graduates would be able to get admission to higher degree
programs of other universities (national and international).
Moreover, the University will be collaborating with reputable
foreign universities in many ways including offering joint
undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Alborz ICT University
will be regarded as an internationally recognized technical
university in Iran focusing on teaching and research in
Information and Communication Technology.
16-- What kind of help will be available to me after I complete
my Online Degree at Alborz ICT University?
It depends upon the University available resources at that
time. It is most likely that you will get University support
in maximizing your hiring potential after your graduation.
This is normally done by putting you in touch with employers
(local and international) who are seeking qualified applicants
to hire.
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