Up to a point. The pace is flexible within the individual lessons, but there are specific due dates for assignments and quizzes, and the exams must be taken on the dates specified in the course calendar.
What if nothing works?
Something always works. Each lesson has multiple activities. If you have trouble with one, move on to another and contact the instructor or technical support without delay. If your computer is down, study the text. If your text hasn't arrived, study the online notes. If the computer is down and the text hasn't arrived, there's always the phone to ask that some materials be faxed. Don't think in terms of what isn't possible, instead, realize that you have many options and be creative about exercising them.
If I never participate in discussions and don't do any of the graded assignments can I pass the course?
No. Grading is based on participating in online discussions and on completing assignments and a final project. All three are critical to your success in the course.
Are there definite due dates for assignments?
Yes, there are deadlines for the assignments. Remember that this is a one semester course, with assignments that are given on a continuous basis. It is important that you do your assignments without delay, so that you can move to the next stage.
Is it important to check for announcements?
Always read the News postings when you access the course site.
What do I need to know within the first ten days of accessing a UW Colleges Online course?
