Our Adult Education classes at Louisiana Delta Community College offer options and flexibility for you to balance learning with your other responsibilities, like work and family. There are some important things to know about how to stay connected with your instructors, classes, and the technology we use to help support your educational as well as career goals.
Louisiana Delta's Adult Education program will communicate with you in a variety of ways, from the time you complete the online application and beyond! We want to help you stay motivated and keep moving towards your goals, so here are some of the ways we will keep in touch:
1. Email (Gmail or other Email Account)
Having an email account is required to complete your application for Adult Education services, as well as for staying connected with our program, your instructors, and applying for employment!
- One of the most popular, reliable, and FREE email platforms is Gmail, offered by Google.
- If you already have an email account set up, make sure you trust emails from the ladelta.edu domain so you don't miss any of our communications!
- Review some of these tips regarding basic internet and email safety to protect your privacy and passwords as well.
2. Lance the Adult Education Navigator
Lance the Knight is a friendly A.I. (Artificial Intelligence) chatbot named after our mascot at Louisiana Delta Community College, because when you are a student in Adult Education you are a part of our whole college community!
- Lance checks in with our students periodically and provides resources for any challenges they might be facing.
- Lance also responds 24 hours a day/7 days a week to any questions you may have, such as "How do I contact my teacher?", or "I need help finding childcare so I can go to class".
- Lance will send an initial introductory "HELLO" text message to every Adult Education student, so make sure we have your accurate cell phone number and add Lance the Knight to your phone contacts.
- Text Lance questions any time, day or night! If you need more information or want to talk with a friendly human, then Lance can also send a message to program staff so someone will follow up with you during regular business hours.
3. Remind Text Messaging
Remind is a simple and safe text-messaging tool that helps us communicate efficiently with our students by texting information and reminders related to your classes, campus and community events (like career fairs), and important deadlines (like scholarship application dates).
- Remind messages are not sent from personal cell phone numbers but through a number assigned by the Remind app. An iOS and Android app is available.
- A smartphone is not necessary to send or receive Remind messages. However, you must be able to receive texts and standard text messaging rates apply.
- If you cannot receive texts you can sign up to receive Remind messages by email.
- Review more information about Remind here!
At LDCC, we offer both in-person and online programs, and our on-campus classes are often paired up with some great online modules, tutoring, assessments, and resources that can help you learn your best, and BE your best!
Tips for Online Learning
- Talk to your teacher: Speak up if you have problems, including if you are struggling with computer skills and/or internet access! It can be harder for a teacher to know if you’re confused or frustrated, so if you are having troubles, communicate with your instructor immediately. Make sure you have the right emails or phone numbers, and know the times the teachers and staff are available to communicate with you.
- Manage your time: It can be easy to procrastinate or become distracted when you have classes or work to complete online. Develop good habits, stick to a schedule, and hold yourself accountable. Plan enough time in your day for your work so that you are never rushed to complete assignments.
- Create a good study space: In addition to good time management, having a peaceful place to consistently study is important. Find a place away from distractions, such as a loud TV or family. Silence or turn off your cell phone, and don’t become distracted by the internet or video games. Make sure you have a good chair to avoid back and hip pain. Set up good lighting to avoid eye fatigue, and try to get up occasionally to stretch your legs.
- Get organized: Create reminders for assignments and use a calendar to create a schedule. Organize your study area. Take notes, bookmark important material, and have an organizational system to find what you need to succeed.
- Create online study groups: Ask classmates to join you in an online or in-person study group. Discuss assignments and practice material over video chat. This is also a great way to socialize and create an even bigger support system.
Interested in our fully online high school equivalency (HSE) prep. program? Complete our Interest Form here!
Online Programs You May Be Using with LDCC Adult Education
Access to affordable technology and digital literacy skills are a necessity for all ages-especially adult learners coming back to school. When families or individuals are cut off from technology and lack the skills to utilize it most effectively (and safely), they are disconnected from basic needs like education, workforce participation, healthcare, ​social support, and emergency assistance.
LDCC's Adult Education program can help build your digital skills and connect you with access to low cost computers and reliable internet through the resources below:
Are you interested in becoming an online learner at LDCC?
The Center for Adult Development is excited to offer a fully online HiSET preparation program! We understand the unique challenges adult learners face and the barriers that can hinder educational success. That’s why our program is designed to provide the flexibility to study entirely online, anytime and anywhere.
From registration to coursework and assessments, every step of the program is completed remotely. Students will engage in a series of differentiated courses in reading, writing, and math, tailored to meet their individual needs and help them achieve their goals.
*Must be 17 or older to enroll.
To enroll in our online program, complete the following steps.
Step 1: Complete the Intake Form
The Intake Form requires you to have a valid email address with access. You will need to login to your email to verify your account. Please have your information ready, or be willing to create a new account.
Step 3: Sense of Self Survey
The Sense of Self Survey is completely anonymous. The information gathered helps us better provide services to our students as a whole and is not looked at on an individual basis. Please complete the survey.
Step 2: Sign Supporting Documents
The Supporting Documents are required for every Adult Education student and are vital to the program and student. Please read over each document carefully before signing your understanding of their content.
Step 4: Fill Out Online Learner Form
Fill out the following form for processing:
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