This letter contains information about the following for your Online Course:
Online Course Start Dates
Online Log-in Information and Other Online Course Information
Book Ordering Information
Online Orientation Sessions
Proctors
Online Course Start Dates:
In most cases, Online Courses are NOT self-paced. The courses begin at the start of a term and end at the
end of the term. Students should be aware that they need to get into the course the first day or two of the
class (to avoid being dropped from the class after the second week) and then continue to access the course
two or three times a week for the entire term of the course. Students should not wait to register for these
courses the first week of the class as it may take up to three days to get you set up in the appropriate course
platform. You will be given Online access to your course on the first day of the start of your course.
Online Log-in Information:
DMACC uses WebCT as our Online Course Management Software. You can find the links for WebCT on our
online web page: www.dmacc.edu/online or you can go directly to the WebCT link at
https://webclass.dmacc.edu/webct/. Be sure to save this as a favorite.
• Your log-in ID and Password for WebCT are identical to your log-in ID and password for the DMACC web
mail system. You were previously sent information from the DMACC registrar with this log-in ID and
password. Please note that WebCT and the DMACC webmail are tied together. If you change your
password in the DMACC webmail system, it automatically changes in the WebCT course log-in site. If you
have been a DMACC student previously, you may already know your log-in ID and password for the web
mail system.
• If you have forgotten your password or if you have not received your letter, you can change your own
password easily. Go to www.dmacc.edu and click on the Log-in Link on the left lower side of the page,
then click on the link to reset your password. Provide the needed information and you’re set to go.
Please note that the Web Info System which is used for registering for classes, etc. uses different login information and should not be confused with your Online Course log-in. You can contact the
DMACC Helpdesk at 515-965-7300 for assistance.
Online Information
The links at www.dmacc.edu/online contain answers for frequently asked questions and links to various help
sites. In addition, this website has a list of links on the right hand side that will also give you information on
free tutoring, contacts, etc.
Helpdesk:If you have questions about your course that are NOT technically related, you should attempt to
contact your instructor first. In many cases, it is just a matter of the instructor making a minor change. If you
find that your question requires more technical assistance, you can contact the helpdesk at
helpdesk@dmacc.edu or go to their web site at www.dmacc.edu/helpdesk. Or, you can call at 515-965-7300
or 1-800-362-2127 X7300.
Book Ordering Information:
In most cases you are required to have a book for your course. To find out exactly which book, you can click
on Bookstore under the Student Services Tab. Then scroll down to the bottom of the page and click on Click
Here to Order Books Online. You can then click on the button that says Just Looking or Create an
Account. On the next page, use the drop down box to indicate Web Orders and click on Agree. Finally, on
the upper right hand corner, click on Textbooks and select the course you are in. This will give you the book
information. You can then proceed to order the book or cancel the procedure. If you are picking up your
books in person, they will only be available at the Ankeny Bookstore in the separate section for Online
Courses. Please make sure you are in the Online Course area when purchasing your books. Also be sure to
buy the textbook designated for the specific section you are enrolled in.
Please note that Microsoft Office is available at the Bookstore for a cost to our students of only
$10.00. Purchasing this software and installing it on your computer will help make your online course
easier to utilize.
Student Orientation:
Students are invited to attend a face-to-face orientation session intended to familiarize students with WebCT.
These sessions are voluntary only and are not mandatory. In addition, each student has access to an Online
Orientation Course within WebCT that will give you a chance to learn more about the software system we use
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for delivery of our courses. Students will be able to access this orientation course on August 10 by
logging into WebCT at https://webclass.dmacc.edu/webct/
Online Student Orientation Session Schedule:
Students are invited to attend a face-to-face orientation session intended to familiarize students with WebCT.
These sessions are voluntary only and are not mandatory.
Ankeny (Bldg 2, Rm 11)
August 24: 2:00-3:30 PM
August 24: 1:00-2:30 PM
Boone (Rm 218)
August 25: 3:00-4:30 PM
August 25: 6:00-7:30 PM
August 27: 3:00-4:30 PM
August 27: 6:00-7:30 PM
Carroll (Rm 158)
August 26: 1:00-2:30 PM
Newton (Rm 130B)
August 18: 3:00-4:30 PM
August 20: 6:00-7:30 PM
Urban (UC01 Rm 234)
August 19: 3:00-4:30 PM
August 24: 6:00-7:30 PM
West (Rm 126E)
August 25: 6:00-7:30 PM
Proctors:
Some of your instructors will require you to have a proctor for your tests. You will be required to find your own
proctor at your location. Suggestions for proctors are Chaplains, Librarians at your Public Library, School
Administrators, Official Testing Centers or any DMACC Academic Achievement Center.
Sincerely,
Mark Steffen, Director - Program Development