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| Word | Description |
| "W" grade | Students who wish to withdraw from a course must officially do so before 60% of the course is complete (usually by the 9th week of a 15-week semester). A "W" grade will appear on the student's transcript but is not factored into grade point average. Students who drop a course during the official add/drop period (normally through the 3rd week of a 15-week semester) do not receive a "W" grade. |
| 2+2 | The term 2+2 may refer to a couple of different opportunities for students. Two plus Two may refer to a high school/college transition program in which students enrolled in high school may be concurrently enrolled in college level courses so that when they graduate from high school, they will also have earned college credits that can be used toward their college degree. In add tion, Two plus Two may refer to a process whereby a student attains a four-year degree by completing the first two years at a community college and the last two at a four-year college or university. |
| A.A. | An Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree generally provides the knowledge you need for employment or further study at the bachelor’s level. Usually 24-36 credits in the concentration area are required, with general education courses bringing total credits to at least 60. CCV currently offeres A.A. degrees in Communication Studies, Early Childhood Education, Education, Graphic Design, Liberal Studies, and Visual Arts. |
| A.A.S. | An Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree focuses on a particular area of study and generally requires 45 credits in the program concentration and 15 credits of general education. CCV offers associate of applied science degrees in a variety of areas. An A.A.S.degree is widely recognized as a valuable qualification for employment. CCV currently offers associate of applied science degrees in: Massage Therapy and Bodywork, Network Administration, Opticianry, and Web Site Design and Management. |
| A.S. | An Associate of Sciences (A.S.) degree generally provides the knowledge you need for employment or further study at the bachelor’s level. Usually 24-36 credits in the concentration area are required, with general education courses bringing total credits to at least 60. CCV currently offers A.S. degrees in Accounting, Administrative Management, Business, Computer Assisted Drafting and Design, Computer Systems Management, Criminal Justice, and Human Services. |
| AC | Academic Council (AC) is the committee responsible for academic matters at CCV; chaired by the academic dean; membership appointed annually as recommended by the academic dean and approved by President's Council. |
| academic advisor | CCV's academic advisors (a.k.a. Coordinator of Academic Services, Coordinator, or CAS) are available to assist you in interpreting degree requirements, selecting appropriate courses, and recommending a wide range of resources to support your studies. |
| Academic Council | Academic Council (AC) is the committee responsible for academic matters at CCV; chaired by the academic dean; membership appointed annually as recommended by the academic dean and approved by President's Council. |
| academic forgiveness | Amelioration (also know as academic forgiveness) is the process by which a student may petition the academic dean to prevent any earned quality points of an unsuccessful semester from counting in his or her cumulative grade point average (GPA). Amelioration will not expunge grades from an official transcript, but can remove a given semester’s grades from the cumulative grade point average (used to establish good academic standing). |
| academic honesty | Academic honesty is the clear and fair representation of academic work done by an individual in a manner that does not harm others. Academic dishonesty, or cheating, occurs when a student gives or receives aid on an assignment or exam (such as copying material from other sources without acknowledgement) or impedes the work of other students. |
| academic incident | When an instructor believes a student has participated in academic dishonesty, s/he may complete an academic incident report, with the assistance of a coordinator. In the report, the instructor will document the incident. The report is included in a student’s academic file. The academic dean will dismiss any student who receives two academic incident reports. |
| academic notice | Students are placed on academic notice or probation when they do not achieve Good Academic Standing. To be in Good Academic Standing a student must: maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better, (1.75 GPA for students with fewer than 30 attempted credits) which includes all attempted credit; and satisfactorily complete at least 50% of basic skills courses attempted in any semester. |
| academic standing | CCV students must remain in good academic standing or face possible probation or dismissal from the college. This means maintaining an overall GPA (Grade Point Average) of at least a 2.0 (equivalent to a letter grade of C). More information about academic standing and the academic standing policy can be found in the student handbook. |
| Academic Standing Committee | Under the leadership of the Academic Dean, the Academic Standing Committee (ASC) is responsible for reviewing the academic progress of the College’s students. It meets at the end of each semester and, for those students in academic difficulty, determines whether they should be dismissed; have restrictions placed on their next semester’s enrollment; or informs them of their academic jeopardy, so they may take corrective action on their own initiative. |
| accreditation | Accreditation is higher education's quality assurance process. When a college is accredited, it means that it has passed through a rigorous evaluation to determine that it provides quality academic programs. Credit usually must be earned from a “regionally accredited” institution in order to be transferable to other colleges. Since 1975, CCV has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). |
| accredited | Accreditation is higher education's quality assurance process. When a college is accredited, it means that it has passed through a rigorous evaluation to determine that it provides quality academic programs. Credit usually must be earned from a “regionally accredited” institution in order to be transferable to other colleges. Since 1975, CCV has been accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC). |
| Accuplacer | The Accuplacer basic skills assessments evaluate the skill level and ability of students in math and English. Completion of these assessments is required for admission to CCV and the scores are used to place students in appropriate courses. |
| ACT | The ACT is an achievement test, measuring what a student has already learned in school. Similar to the SAT, it is generally taken by high school students before applying to colleges. The ACT and SAT are not required for admission to CCV. |
| ADA | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that protects the rights of people with disabilities. It requires college personnel to provide equal access to educational programs and employment. Students with documented disabilities may qualify for accommodations. CCV policy describes ADA implementation in detail. |
| add/drop | A student may sometimes add or drop a class after a semester has begun. For more information on how and when this can happen, see the ‘Drop, Add & Refund’ policy in the student handbook. In order to drop a class, students must officially notify the college by completing a drop form or calling the drop line at (888)-689-8895. |
| admissions | Admissions is the process by which applicants become official students. Students who have completed and filed the CCV's Admission Form, taken the accuplacer assessments (if applicable), and sent in official transcripts from past colleges/universities attended (if applicable), are admitted to the College and are eligible to register for classes. |
| admissions application | Completing CCV's application, or admissions form, is the first step to becoming a CCV student. The application can be completed online at http://www.ccv.edu/apply. There is no fee or essay required to apply. |
| admissions form | Completing CCV's application, or admissions form, is the first step to becoming a CCV student. The application can be completed online at http://www.ccv.edu/apply. There is no fee or essay required to apply. |
| advanced placement | Advanced Placement, or AP, refers to an advanced level course taken in high school, often for transferable college credit. New college students can sometimes enroll in advanced courses after successful completion of AP courses. For more information, visit http://www.collegeboard.com. |
| Advanced Standing Committee | The Advanced Standing Committee (ASC) is a group of people qualified to evaluate an Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) portfolio and recommend appropriate credit. |
| alma mater | An alma mater is a school, college, or university that one has attended and, usually, from which one has graduated. It may also refer to a school's official song. |
| alumna | Alumna (plural, alumnae) refers to a female graduate of a school, college or university. |
| alumnae | Alumna (plural, alumnae) refers to a female graduate of a school, college or university. |
| alumni | Alumni is the term applied to those students who have graduated from their particular college or university. All CCV graduates, for example, are CCV alumni. |
| Alumni Association | CCV's Alumni Association is an organization made up of former CCV students who work to build community among other CCV alumni, contribute an alumni perspective to CCV’s administration, and support and promote the College in pursuing its mission. |
| alumnus | Alumnus (plural, alumni) refers to a graduate of a school, college or university. Historically, this terms refers specifically to a male graduate with alumna (plural, alumnae) being the female equivalent. |
| ameliorate | Amelioration (also know as academic forgiveness) is the process by which a student may petition the academic dean to prevent any earned quality points of an unsuccessful semester from counting in his or her cumulative grade point average (GPA). Amelioration will not expunge grades from an official transcript, but can remove a given semester’s grades from the cumulative grade point average (used to establish good academic standing). |
| amelioration | Amelioration (also know as academic forgiveness) is the process by which a student may petition the academic dean to prevent any earned quality points of an unsuccessful semester from counting in his or her cumulative grade point average (GPA). Amelioration will not expunge grades from an official transcript, but can remove a given semester’s grades from the cumulative grade point average (used to establish good academic standing). |
| America Reads | America Reads is a college work-study program that pays financially eligible students to practice reading with children in pre-school - 4th grade. It is a great way to earn money, build work experience, and reduce the need for borrowing money to finance a college education. |
| Americans with Disabilities Act | The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a law that protects the rights of people with disabilities. It requires college personnel to provide equal access to educational programs and employment. Students with documented disabilities may qualify for accommodations. CCV policy describes ADA implementation in detail. |
| AP | Advanced Placement, or AP, refers to an advanced level course taken in high school, often for transferable college credit. New college students can sometimes enroll in advanced courses after successful completion of AP courses. For more information, visit http://www.collegeboard.com. |
| APA | APA is a research paper format developed by the American Psychological Association and commonly used in the social sciences and nursing. APA format uses a list of References at the end of the paper for documenting sources of information. |
| APL | Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) is a course (EDU-1240, 3 credits) where students can earn additional college credit for learning acquired through work or other non-college experiences. |
| article database | A periodical database (or article database) is an organized online collection of articles, searchable by subject or author. Most periodical databases are “password-protected” and can not be searched openly on the World Wide Web. Colleges subscribe to periodical databases and provide students with a password for access. |
| articulation agreement | An articulation agreement (or transfer agreement) is a contract between two or more colleges that provides assurance of a smooth transfer of credit from one to the other, usually in selected programs of study. CCV has articulation agreements with most of the colleges in Vermont. |
| ASC | The Advanced Standing Committee (ASC) is a group of people qualified to evaluate an Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) portfolio and recommend appropriate credit. |
| Assessment of Prior Learning | Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) is a course (EDU-1240, 3 credits) where students can earn additional college credit for learning acquired through work or other non-college experiences. |
| associate degree | An associate degree is considered the first level of college degrees (in the hierarchy) that can be earned, followed by a bachelor’s, master’s, and then doctoral degree. CCV offers a variety of associate degree programs which require a minimum of 60 college level credits. These credits include general education and program concentration courses. |
| associate of applied science | An Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degree focuses on a particular area of study and generally requires 45 credits in the program concentration and 15 credits of general education. CCV offers associate of applied science degrees in a variety of areas. An A.A.S.degree is widely recognized as a valuable qualification for employment. CCV currently offers associate of applied science degrees in: Massage Therapy and Bodywork, Network Administration, Opticianry, and Web Site Design and Management. |
| associate of arts | An Associate of Arts (A.A.) degree generally provides the knowledge you need for employment or further study at the bachelor’s level. Usually 24-36 credits in the concentration area are required, with general education courses bringing total credits to at least 60. CCV currently offeres A.A. degrees in Communication Studies, Early Childhood Education, Education, Graphic Design, Liberal Studies, and Visual Arts. |
| Associate of Sciences | An Associate of Sciences (A.S.) degree generally provides the knowledge you need for employment or further study at the bachelor’s level. Usually 24-36 credits in the concentration area are required, with general education courses bringing total credits to at least 60. CCV currently offers A.S. degrees in Accounting, Administrative Management, Business, Computer Assisted Drafting and Design, Computer Systems Management, Criminal Justice, and Human Services. |
| associate's degree | An associate degree is considered the first level of college degrees (in the hierarchy) that can be earned, followed by a bachelor’s, master’s, and then doctoral degree. CCV offers a variety of associate degree programs which require a minimum of 60 college level credits. These credits include general education and program concentration courses. |
| audit | At the start of the semester, a student may choose not to receive academic credit for a course in which they have registered. This is called auditing. An auditing student is not required to complete evaluated course work. At CCV, auditing students pay full tuition and fees. |
| award letter | Financial aid award letters are sent to notify students of their grants and other financial aid for the year. If there are any questions about an award letter, please talk with a financial aid counselor. |
| baccalaureate | A Bachelor's degree, also called a baccalaureate degree or undergraduate degree, is earned at a “four year” college or university and generally requires about 120 college level credits. Students often transfer to a bachelor’s degree program after earning an associate degree. |
| bachelor | A Bachelor's degree, also called a baccalaureate degree or undergraduate degree, is earned at a “four year” college or university and generally requires about 120 college level credits. Students often transfer to a bachelor’s degree program after earning an associate degree. |
| basic skills classes | Based on the results of skills assessments, students could be recommended for basic skills courses in reading, writing and math. These non-credit, pre-college classes help students gain the skills needed for college level courses and do not count toward an associate degree. |
| Bennington College | Bennington College is located in Bennington, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.bennington.edu. |
| blackboard ID | Your Blackboard ID (Portal ID, or Web Services ID) is your username for access to CCV computers, the Hartness Library, and the VSC Portal (Blackboard) including Web Services. If you forget your username, go to the VSC Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu and click on the "What's My User Name" link on the main page. |
| Board of Trustees | The Board of Trustees is the governing body of the Vermont State Colleges. The board provides leadership and governance for the five colleges in the VSC system, overseeing fiscal, academic and personnel matters. |
| Burlington College | Burlington College is located in Burlington, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.burlington.edu. |
| CAS | A Coordinator of Academic Services (CAS) is staff member at a CCV site office who has responsibility for advising students, hiring instructors, and planning courses. |
| Castleton State College | Also know as CSC, Castleton State College is a Vermont State College located in Castleton, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.castleton.edu. |
| CC | CCV's College Council (CC) is established as a forum for staff to discuss collegewide issues; articulate staff, student and instructor issues; and to recommend new and/or revised policies to the president. Its represented membership is elected by and comprised of permanent staff of the College (excluding President's Council). |
| CCV Connections | CCV Connections is a web based database of job announcements, internship possibilities, and volunteer opportunities for all VSC students and alumni. It serves as a bulletin board for job seekers and employers. For more information, visit http://www.ccv.edu/ccv_connections/index.html. |
| CD | A course description (CD) contains important information about a course. This information includes a list of the content areas and learning objectives the course must cover, as well as an explanation of the teaching methods, attendance and grading policies to be used in the course. |
| CEEB | The College Board (also know as the College Entrance Examination Board or CEEB) is a not-for-profit association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. It administers the SAT program for high school students nationwide. It also administers the Accuplacer placement test used by CCV. |
| certificate | A certificate program is a group of related courses designed to provide expertise in a particular field. CCV offers a variety of certificate programs which are useful in gaining skills to enter or advance in the job market. Credits earned in a certificate program can also be applied to an associate degree. A certificate program usually consists of one full year of full-time college level courses. |
| Champlain College | Champlain College is a private college located in Burlington, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.champlain.edu. |
| Chancellor | The Chancellor is the chief executive officer of the Vermont State Colleges (VSC) system. The chancellor supervises the academic, personnel and fiscal affairs of the VSC, serves as the communication channel between the five VSC colleges and the Board of Trustees, and represents VSC interests with the governor, state agencies, and the General Assembly. |
| citation | A citation is a reference to an original work quoted, paraphrased, or summarized. Citations can be presented in a variety of formats, such as APA or MLA, but always include the author, title, date of publication or access on the web, and publication source and location. |
| CLEP | The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) allows students to earn credit for knowledge in a field gained through non-college study. CLEP exams are available to VSC students through CCV's Office of External Programs (OEP) in Montpelier. For more information, visit http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html. |
| Colleague | Colleague is the database used by all Vermont State Colleges. |
| College Board | The College Board (also know as the College Entrance Examination Board or CEEB) is a not-for-profit association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. It administers the SAT program for high school students nationwide. It also administers the Accuplacer placement test used by CCV. |
| College Council | CCV's College Council (CC) is established as a forum for staff to discuss collegewide issues; articulate staff, student and instructor issues; and to recommend new and/or revised policies to the president. Its represented membership is elected by and comprised of permanent staff of the College (excluding President's Council). |
| college credit | College credits are earned by successfully completing college courses. Each college class has a number of credits attached to it (for example English Composition is a 3 credit course). A minimum of 60 credits are required to graduate with an associate degree from CCV. Some degree programs require more than 60 credits. |
| College Entrance Examination Board | The College Board (also know as the College Entrance Examination Board or CEEB) is a not-for-profit association whose mission is to connect students to college success and opportunity. It administers the SAT program for high school students nationwide. It also administers the Accuplacer placement test used by CCV. |
| College ID | A CCV college ID number is a unique 7 digit number that is used to identify you as a CCV student, staff member or instructor. |
| College of St. Joseph | The College of St. Joseph is located in Rutland, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.csj.edu. |
| College-Level Examination Program | The College-Level Examination Program (CLEP) allows students to earn credit for knowledge in a field gained through non-college study. CLEP exams are available to VSC students through CCV's Office of External Programs (OEP) in Montpelier. For more information, visit http://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html. |
| commencement | Commencement (or graduation) is the ceremony in which a school, college or university hands out diplomas to students who have successfully completed their course of study. |
| Community and Work Experience | Community and Work Experience (CWE) is a required course (EDU-2860, 3 credits) for many CCV degree programs and includes a semester-long, 80 - 90 hour, internship or field experience in addition to class work. |
| community college | A community college is an educational institution designed to provide college access to a broad population in a local community. Most community colleges offer "two-year" or associate degrees that can be transferred as credits towards a four-year degree at another institution. |
| Coordinator of Academic Services | A Coordinator of Academic Services (CAS) is staff member at a CCV site office who has responsibility for advising students, hiring instructors, and planning courses. |
| corequisite | A corequisite is a course that you are required to take at the same time as another course in which you have already registered. |
| course challenge | Students who believe their prior experiential learning duplicates that of a specific CCV course can apply for a course challenge. The student is awarded credit if the core competencies are met as determined by an external evaluator. |
| course code | A course code or number, is a series of letters and numbers that are used to represent and distinguish a specific section of a course. For example ENG-1061-VM01 is the course code for the first section of English Composition running at CCV Montpelier. |
| course description | A course description (CD) contains important information about a course. This information includes a list of the content areas and learning objectives the course must cover, as well as an explanation of the teaching methods, attendance and grading policies to be used in the course. |
| course number | A course code or number, is a series of letters and numbers that are used to represent and distinguish a specific section of a course. For example ENG-1061-VM01 is the course code for the first section of English Composition running at CCV Montpelier. |
| course schedule | CCV's course schedule is published each semester and is also available online. This document contains the days, times, locations, materials fees, and instructors for all of the classes being offered in the upcoming semester. Course descriptions and prerequisites are also available here. Course schedule can also refer to a printed or online list of your schedule of classes for a specific semester including the class names, times, dates, and instructors. |
| course-specific fee | Some classes may have course-specific fees (materials fee), in addition to tuition, for materials, photocopying, or lab use. If a course has an additional fee, it will be listed with the class in the course schedule. |
| credit hour | A credit hour is a unit of measurement that determines the amount of formal education required each week for a college course. For example, A three credit course requires approximately three hours of formal instruction per week. |
| cross-cultural | Cross-cultural courses focus on diverse cultures and societies inside and outside of the United States. One of your courses in your degree must be a "cross-cultural" course (see catalog applicable courses). The purpose of this requirement is to familiarize students with a culture or cultures outside traditional Western culture as a means toward understanding and appreciating diversity. |
| CSC | Castleton State College is a Vermont State College located in Castleton, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.castleton.edu. |
| curriculum | A curriculum includes all of the required courses for completion of a degree or certificate program. |
| CWE | Community and Work Experience (CWE) is a required course (EDU-2860, 3 credits) for many CCV degree programs and includes a semester-long, 80 - 90 hour, internship or field experience in addition to class work. |
| dean | Deans at CCV are upper level administrators who provide guidance and supervision to the college They help provide learning opportunities to advisors and instructors, as well as present at national conferences. They serve as a "teacher's teacher" within the college and serve to keep CCV on top of the best practices for colleges. |
| declare a degree | Declare generally refers to selecting one of CCV’s associate degree or certificate programs as your major course of study. CCV students with an undeclared degree program must officially declare a degree or certificate program after completing a total of 24 college-level credits (including transfer credits and college-level courses that are in progress). |
| degree audit | A degree audit (or program evaluation) allows you to track your progress in a selected degree program by viewing your completed courses in comparison to the degree's requirements. You can access this information by logging into Blackboard (https://blackboard.vsc.edu) and then going to Student Web Services. |
| degree plan | A degree plan (or DP) is an planned sequence of courses that, upon successful completion, results in a degree. Students generally make their degree plan with the assistance of an academic advisor. |
| degree student | At CCV, a degree student is any student who is pursuing one of CCV's associate degrees or certificates. Undeclared, or undecided, students are degree students who have yet to choose a specific program. Most finacial aid programs require you to be a degree student to receive aid. |
| dependent | For financial aid purposes, dependent students are not yet 24 years of age, are not married, are not veterans, do not have dependents for whom they provide more than 50% support, and are not current or former orphans or wards of the court. Dependent students will need to enter financial information from their parent(s) on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). |
| deregister | Deregistration is the process by which students who have not paid their bill in full by the applicable due date are removed from their upcoming courses. |
| deregistered | Deregistration is the process by which students who have not paid their bill in full by the applicable due date are removed from their upcoming courses. |
| deregistration | Deregistration is the process by which students who have not paid their bill in full by the applicable due date are removed from their upcoming courses. |
| developmental skills | Based on the results of skills assessments, students could be recommended for basic skills courses in reading, writing and math. These non-credit, pre-college classes help students gain the skills needed for college level courses and do not count toward an associate degree. |
| Dimensions of Learning | Dimensions of Learning (DOL) is an excellent first course (HUM-1000, 3 credits) for new college students which focuses on critical thinking, reading, writing, and study skills through different forms of literature as well as philosophy and history. |
| diploma | A diploma is a document given by an educational institution certifying that a person has completed a course of study. CCV awards diplomas to more that 450 graduates each year. |
| discussion board | A discussion board is a forum for having discussions and posting user generated content in online classes. Discussion boards are also commonly referred to as internet forums, web forums, message boards, (electronic) discussion groups, discussion forums, or bulletin boards. CCV's Online classes have active discussion boards that serve as class meetings within the VSC Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu. |
| dismissal | A dismissal occurs when a student is prohibited from returning to CCV. A student may be dismissed from the college for either academic or non-academic reasons. The Academic Standing Committee may dismiss a student for poor academics, i.e., their grade point average (GPA) falls below the required level (1.75 for below thirty credits, 2.0 for thirty credits and above) for more than one semester. A student may also be dismissed for other academic reasons, such as plagiarism. Students may also be dismissed for non-academic reasons such as disciplinary issues. |
| dismissed | A dismissal occurs when a student is prohibited from returning to CCV. A student may be dismissed from the college for either academic or non-academic reasons. The Academic Standing Committee may dismiss a student for poor academics, i.e., their grade point average (GPA) falls below the required level (1.75 for below thirty credits, 2.0 for thirty credits and above) for more than one semester. A student may also be dismissed for other academic reasons, such as plagiarism. Students may also be dismissed for non-academic reasons such as disciplinary issues. |
| doctorate | A Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) is the highest academic degree awarded by a college or university to students who have completed at least three years of graduate study beyond the bachelor's and/or master's degree and who have demonstrated their academic ability in oral and written examinations and through original research presented in the form of a dissertation. |
| DOL | Dimensions of Learning (DOL) is an excellent first course (HUM-1000, 3 credits) for new college students which focuses on critical thinking, reading, writing, and study skills through different forms of literature as well as philosophy and history. |
| DP | A degree plan (or DP) is an planned sequence of courses that, upon successful completion, results in a degree. Students generally make their degree plan with the assistance of an academic advisor. |
| e-portfolio | A portfolio is a type of learning record that refers to a personal collection of information describing and documenting a person’s achievements and learning. An e-portfolio might contain pictures, research papers, journals and is stored electronically. It can be easily updated over time. All CCV students can create and share e-portfolios on the Blackboard website (https://blackboard.vsc.edu). |
| E.O. | Essential objectives (or E.O.s) are CCV’s name for the core learning goals for each course. |
| ED MAP | ED MAP is CCV’s online bookstore. ED MAP serves all students taking CCV courses with the exception of courses at CCV Burlington. For more information, visit http://www.ccvbookstore.com. |
| EDP | The External Degree Program (EDP) is offered by Johnson State College (JSC) in collaboration with CCV. Students around the state, who may be unable to attend courses at the JSC campus, have the ability to complete a Bachelor's degree through EDP's online, evening, and weekend classes around the state. Every CCV site has an EDP advisor, and students are able to take courses offered anywhere in the state by any Vermont State College. For more information, visit http://www.jsc.edu/Academics/ExternalDegreeProgram. |
| EFC | The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is a number that is generated by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The EFC is used by your college to help determine your need and eligibility for financial aid. |
| elective | An elective is a college-level course from any subject area that can be used to fill credit requirements in a degree program. |
| electives | An elective is a college-level course from any subject area that can be used to fill credit requirements in a degree program. |
| Embedded Librarian | An Embedded Librarian is a librarian assigned to an online class to assist with research by helping students find, evaluate, and cite information. An Embedded Librarian works with a class at the invitation of the instructor and typically sets up and monitors a library discussion forum. |
| English as a Second Language | English as a Second Language (ESL) is a used to describe the study of English by individuals whose first language is not English. |
| English Comp | English Composition is a writing course (ENG-1061, 3 credits) required for all CCV degree programs. |
| English Composition | English Composition is a writing course (ENG-1061, 3 credits) required for all CCV degree programs. |
| enrollment | Enrollment is the act of registering and completing the payment process for one or more courses. Enrollment also refers to the overall number of persons registered for a course or in a school. |
| ESL | English as a Second Language (ESL) is a used to describe the study of English by individuals whose first language is not English. |
| essential objectives | Essential objectives (or E.O.s) are CCV’s name for the core learning goals for each course. |
| eTutoring | eTutoring is an online tutoring service offered to all current CCV students that provides assistance in math, English and more. Students can access eTutoring by logging into the Blackboard Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu. |
| evaluation | An evaluation describes how well students have met the objectives of a course. Instructors consider and grade students’ performance using attendance, participation, points earned on quizzes, tests, projects, presentations, and research papers. |
| expected family contribution | The Expected Family Contribution (EFC) is a number that is generated by the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The EFC is used by your college to help determine your need and eligibility for financial aid. |
| External Degree Program | The External Degree Program (EDP) is offered by Johnson State College (JSC) in collaboration with CCV. Students around the state, who may be unable to attend courses at the JSC campus, have the ability to complete a Bachelor's degree through EDP's online, evening, and weekend classes around the state. Every CCV site has an EDP advisor, and students are able to take courses offered anywhere in the state by any Vermont State College. For more information, visit http://www.jsc.edu/Academics/ExternalDegreeProgram. |
| F-1 | An F-1 Visa is an official document used by international students to gain passage into the country where they are attending school. |
| FA | Financial aid assists families in paying for college. Financial aid can help families pay tuition and fees, and can also assist with materials and other educational expenses. Financial aid is generally based on a family’s need, and can take the form of grants, loans, scholarships, and work-study. |
| FAA | FAA stands for Financial Aid Application. This is a CCV form that needs to be completed each school year along with the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). Submit this form to the Financial Aid Office at your CCV site. |
| FAC | Each CCV site has at least one Financial Aid Counselor (FAC) who can help students by explaining the financial aid process. A Financial Aid Counselor will discuss financial aid grant eligibility and assist with student loans if necessary. |
| faculty | Instructors (also know as faculty members or professors) are individuals who teach college classes. Most instructors have completed a graduate degree, and many CCV instructors work within their fields of expertise. |
| FAFSA | The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an online form used to apply for federal and state grants, loans, and work-study funds to support your college education. The FAFSA is available at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. |
| Family Education Rights and Privacy Act | The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds from the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA applies to both K-12 and college records, though the law's requirements are different for colleges than for K-12 records. |
| FERPA | The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds from the U.S. Department of Education. FERPA applies to both K-12 and college records, though the law's requirements are different for colleges than for K-12 records. |
| final exam | A final exam is a test at the end of a course. Sometimes this test will ask you to know material covered from the entire semester (cumulative), and sometimes it will only cover the last part of the course material. See your instructor about the content on the final. |
| Financial Aid Counselor | Each CCV site has at least one Financial Aid Counselor (FAC) who can help students by explaining the financial aid process. A Financial Aid Counselor will discuss financial aid grant eligibility and assist with student loans if necessary. |
| Free Application for Federal Student Aid - online form | The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is an online form used to apply for federal and state grants, loans, and work-study funds to support your college education. The FAFSA is available at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. |
| full-time student | Full-time students are enrolled in at least 12 credits during a semester.12 credits generally consists of four courses. |
| GED | The GED (General Educational Development Diploma) is a series of five tests that individuals who did not complete high school may take through their state education system to qualify for a high school equivalency certificate. Many colleges accept satisfactory GED test results in place of high school graduation. Vermont Adult Learning (VAL, http://www.vtadultlearning.org) offers services for persons pursuing a GED. |
| general education | Degrees often have two parts: one part focuses on your degree area of interest (like business or human services) and the second part is more "general". This second part (general education) allows you to explore the arts, writing, math, history, sciences, and more so that you have a well-rounded education in addition to your area of interest. It functions to prepare you for the workforce, continuing education, and to be a well-informed citizen. |
| General Educational Development Diploma | The GED (General Educational Development Diploma) is a series of five tests that individuals who did not complete high school may take through their state education system to qualify for a high school equivalency certificate. Many colleges accept satisfactory GED test results in place of high school graduation. Vermont Adult Learning (VAL, http://www.vtadultlearning.org) offers services for persons pursuing a GED. |
| GI Bill | GI Bill refers to those series of laws passed by the U.S. Congress that relates to the rights of veterans to have access to educational benefits after their time of military service. Information regarding the GI Bill and benefits can be found at http://www.gibill.va.gov. |
| Goddard | Goddard College is located in Plainfield, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.goddard.edu. |
| GPA | Grade Point Average (GPA) is a numeric measure of a student's average performance over a number of course credits. CCV uses a standard 4.0 GPA scale in which an A = 4 points, a B = 3 points, C = 2 points, etc. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for maintaining good academic standing and for graduation from CCV. Students can check their GPA by viewing their transcript in the Web Services section of the VSC Portal (https://blackboard.vsc.edu). |
| Grade Point Average | Grade Point Average (GPA) is a numeric measure of a student's average performance over a number of course credits. CCV uses a standard 4.0 GPA scale in which an A = 4 points, a B = 3 points, C = 2 points, etc. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 is required for maintaining good academic standing and for graduation from CCV. Students can check their GPA by viewing their transcript in the Web Services section of the VSC Portal (https://blackboard.vsc.edu). |
| Graduate Record Examinations | The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a paper-based or computer-based test that many colleges and universities require for admission to graduate-level study. For more information, visit http://www.ets.org. |
| graduation standard | Every college (and the system it belongs to) wants to make sure that its students can perform certain skills at a particular level before they graduate. Graduation standards in writing, math, oral communication, and quantitative reasoning help the college and you to focus on these areas so that you can meet these goals. |
| GRE | The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a paper-based or computer-based test that many colleges and universities require for admission to graduate-level study. For more information, visit http://www.ets.org. |
| Green Mountain College | Green Mountain College is located in Poultney, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.greenmtn.edu. |
| Guidance Central | VT Guidance Central is a free, online, self-guided program that provides interactive career and college planning tools for students. It is provided the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) and is available at https://access.bridges.com. |
| Hartness | The Hartness Library is located in Randolph, Vermont and serves both CCV and Vermont Technical College (VTC) students by providing research materials like journal articles and books. The Hartness Library Catalog can be used to order books and other materials which are delivered, free of charge, to your home. Articles and eBooks are available through online periodical databases. To access all of these resources, visit the CCV Hartness Library tab in Blackboard at http://blackboard.vsc.edu. |
| Hartness Library Catalog | The Hartness Library Catalog is a searchable index of materials owned by the Hartness Library and other VSC libraries. Use this catalog to locate and request books and other media for research papers. |
| high school transcript | High school transcripts are documents provided by a person's high school that report dates of enrollment, classes taken, and grades earned. CCV does not currently require high school transcripts for admission. |
| higher education | Higher education, or post-secondary education, refers to education after high school, generally at a college or university. |
| Hope Tax Credit | The Hope Tax Credit is a tax credit available to help offset the costs of higher education by reducing the amount of income tax a student has to pay. Eligible students may be able to claim a Hope credit of up to $1,650 for qualified education expenses. For more information, visit http://www.irs.gov. |
| hybrid | The term hybrid at CCV refers to a course that meets partially online and partially in a traditional classroom setting. |
| I-20 | An I-20 form is a document issued by colleges to international students. The document verifies that the student has met necessary requirements to attend the college. It is needed by all students applying for a student (F-1) visa. |
| ICS | Introduction to College Studies (ICS) is a non-credit course (DEV-0280) that provides an orientation to the college experience for high school and new students. This course helps students make the transition to college by exploring the skills and expectations necessary at the college level. |
| ID number | A CCV college ID number is a unique 7 digit number that is used to identify you as a CCV student, staff member or instructor. Each semester active students and faculty will be given a new ID card which may be needed for parking. Students can also use it at some local businesses to get discounts on services. |
| independent student | Independent students must be at least one of the following: over 24 years old, married, a veteran, a current or former ward of the court, or providing over half of a dependent’s living expenses. Independent students will not need to enter financial information from their parent(s) on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). They will need to enter their own and their spouse’s information on the FAFSA. |
| independent study | Independent studies are only available to degree students who must take a particular class that is not offered (for example, a class needed for graduation that is not available during that semester). While they provide one-on-one attention from the instructor, the total number of hours with the instructor is only about 25% of what you would receive in the classroom. These courses are reserved for special situations and must be set up by an academic advisor (Coordinator of Academic Services). |
| individualized degree program | CCV recognizes that your goals, interests, and intentions in pursuing a college degree may not be reflected in one of our degree plans. Many students will find that the Liberal Studies degree program helps them customize the courses they want to take into a cohesive plan. Occasionally, particularly for students with interests or credits in areas which are not considered liberal arts (for example, technical, computer, and business), a plan that is entirely self-constructed can be approved and used for graduation. Students who wish to pursue an Individualized Degree Program must meet with their academic advisor to complete a REQUEST FOR REVIEW OF INDIVIDUALLY-DESIGNED DEGREE PLAN. Final approval for such plans rests with the Academic Dean. |
| information literacy | Information literacy is the ability to determine an information need and understanding how to use information to solve a problem. The information literate individual will have the skills to find, understand, evaluate, record and synthesize information for a specific purpose such as a research paper or buying winter tires for your car. |
| instructors | Instructors (also know as faculty members or professors) are individuals who teach college classes. Most instructors have completed a graduate degree, and many CCV instructors work within their fields of expertise. |
| Interdisciplinary | Interdisciplinary refers to programs or courses using knowledge from two or more academic areas (or disciplines). |
| interest rate | An interest rate is the percentage rate charged against the total loan amount borrowed, paid to a lender as part of the loan repayment process. |
| internship | An internship is an opportunity for students to spend time at a business or agency in their field of interest and earn academic credit for this experience. The CCV course Community Work Experience (CWE, EDU-2860, 3-credits) provides CCV students with the opportunity to earn internship credits. |
| Intro to College Studies | Introduction to College Studies (ICS) is a non-credit course (DEV-0280) that provides an orientation to the college experience for high school and new students. This course helps students make the transition to college by exploring the skills and expectations necessary at the college level. |
| Introduction to College Studies | Introduction to College Studies (ICS) is a non-credit course (DEV-0280) that provides an orientation to the college experience for high school and new students. This course helps students make the transition to college by exploring the skills and expectations necessary at the college level. |
| ISBN | The International Standard Book Number (ISBN) is a 10-digit number that uniquely identifies books and book-like products published internationally. |
| Johnson State College | Also know as JSC, Johnson State College is a Vermont State College located in Johnson, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.jsc.edu. |
| JSC | Johnson State College is a Vermont State College located in Johnson, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.jsc.edu. |
| junior college | Junior college is generally considered a synonym for a community college. |
| lab science | Laboratory sciences are science classes (usually in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) that are worth 4 credits. They include at least 3 credits of book/discussion information, as well as at least 1 additional credit of laboratory experience where you can apply the class information. These courses will meet for more hours and will cover more material. Laboratories may be at a CCV site or simulated using computer software. |
| laboratory science | Laboratory sciences are science classes (usually in Biology, Chemistry, or Physics) that are worth 4 credits. They include at least 3 credits of book/discussion information, as well as at least 1 additional credit of laboratory experience where you can apply the class information. These courses will meet for more hours and will cover more material. Laboratories may be at a CCV site or simulated using computer software. |
| Landmark College | Landmark College is a college for students with learning disabilities and AD/HD and is located in Putney, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.landmark.edu/. |
| learning center | The Learning Center (TLC), present at each CCV location, is staffed by coordinators and staff who help CCV students with homework assignments, basic library needs etc. on a drop in basis. The staff also assists students in organizing research paper topics and using on-line CCV resources. Check with your local CCV site for more specific information. |
| learning labs | Learning Labs are by appointment or scheduled individual or group guided support sessions for students who need help with math or writing assignments. In some CCV sites, there may be additional learning labs for other academic areas. |
| learning style | Learning style refers to a person's learning preference. For example, Sensory Learning Styles group people into three categories: Auditory (learn best through hearing), Tactile (learn best by doing), and Visual (learn best by seeing or writing). Most people use a combination of all three but have a preference for one over the others. The more you examine your own learning styles, the more you can benefit from strategies geared toward your most proficient style. |
| liberal arts | The liberal arts are courses of study that provides a wide range of general knowledge and thinking in contrast to specific occupations. The three major areas typically included in the liberal arts are the humanities (for example arts, literature, philosophy, visual and performing arts), the sciences (biology, chemistry, physics), and the social sciences (psychology, sociology, history, political science). |
| Liberal Studies | Liberal Studies is one of the Associate of Arts (A.A.) degrees available at CCV. This concentration includes general education requirements and an open selection of other elective coursework. |
| Library Catalog | The Library Catalog is a searchable index of materials owned by the Hartness Library and other VSC libraries. Use this catalog to locate and request books and other media for research papers. |
| life-long learner | A life-long learner (LLL) at CCV is a non-degree student who has already completed a college degree. Life-long learners are generally taking classes for personal enrichment. |
| LLL | A life-long learner (LLL) at CCV is a non-degree student who has already completed a college degree. Life-long learners are generally taking classes for personal enrichment. |
| LSC | Lyndon State College is a Vermont State College located in Lyndonville, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://lyndonstate.edu. |
| Lyndon State College | Also know as LSC, Lyndon State College is a Vermont State College located in Lyndonville, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://lyndonstate.edu. |
| major | CCV offers Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), and Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. Within each of these degrees, students complete a program concentration (or major) of at least 24 credits in a particular area of interest, for example Business, Graphic Design, Human Services, or Liberal Studies. |
| Marlboro College | Marlboro College is located in Marlboro, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.marlboro.edu. |
| master's degree | A master's degree is the next academic degree awarded after a bachelor's degree, usually requiring 1-3 additional years of study. |
| materials fee | Some classes may have course-specific fees (materials fee), in addition to tuition, for materials, photocopying, or lab use. If a course has an additional fee, it will be listed with the class in the course schedule. |
| matriculate | Matriculate refers to the act of enrolling in or signing up for an academic program leading to a degree. |
| matriculated | Matriculated refers to a student who has enrolled in or signed up for an academic program leading to a degree. |
| Middlebury College | Middlebury College is located in Middlebury, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.middlebury.edu. |
| MLA | MLA is a research paper format developed by the Modern Language Association and commonly used in subjects such as history, literature, philosophy. MLA format uses a Works Cited page at the end of the paper for documenting sources of information. |
| mortar board | A mortar board is the traditional hat worn by graduating students at commencement (graduation) ceremonies with a hard flat square top and a tassel in the middle. |
| NEASC | The New England Association of Schools & Colleges, Inc. (NEASC), is the nation’s oldest regional accrediting association whose mission is the establishment and maintenance of high standards for all levels of education. CCV is accredited by NEASC to offer associate degrees. |
| NEBHE | The New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) Regional Student Program provides that students from other New England states may enroll in a CCV degree program and pay a special tuition rate, provided that no comparable program is available closer to the student’s home. |
| NECI | The New England Culinary Institute (NECI) is located in Montpelier and Essex, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.neci.edu. |
| New England Association of Schools and Colleges | The New England Association of Schools & Colleges, Inc. (NEASC), is the nation’s oldest regional accrediting association whose mission is the establishment and maintenance of high standards for all levels of education. CCV is accredited by NEASC to offer associate degrees. |
| New England Board of Higher Education | The New England Board of Higher Education (NEBHE) Regional Student Program provides that students from other New England states may enroll in a CCV degree program and pay a special tuition rate, provided that no comparable program is available closer to the student’s home. |
| New England Culinary Institute | The New England Culinary Institute (NECI) is located in Montpelier and Essex, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.neci.edu. |
| New Student Orientation | New Student Orientations (NSO) welcome first-time CCV students at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. During orientation, students learn about site facilities, services and instructors. It is a great way to meet other students and to begin building your learning community. Contact your local site for more information. |
| non-degree grant | A Vermont Non-Degree Grant is a need-based grant that awards up to $885 per term (maximum of two terms per year and six terms total) to a CCV student not in a degree program. |
| non-degree student | At CCV, a non-degree student is any student who is not pursuing a specific degree or certificate. Non-degree students are not eligible for most financial aid programs. Credit-bearing courses taken as a non-degree student may be later applied to a CCV degree or transferred to another institution. Examples of non-degree students include people taking classes for personal enrichment and high school students taking classes before completing a high school degree. |
| nondegree grant | A Vermont Non-Degree Grant is a need-based grant that awards up to $885 per term (maximum of two terms per year and six terms total) to a CCV student not in a degree program. |
| nondegree student | At CCV, a non-degree student is any student who is not pursuing a specific degree or certificate. Non-degree students are not eligible for most finacial aid programs. Credit-bearing courses taken as a non-degree student may be later applied to a CCV degree or transferred to another institution. Examples of non-degree students include people taking classes for personal enrichment and high school students taking classes before completing a high school degree. |
| Norwich University | Norwich University is located in Northfield, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.norwich.edu. |
| NSO | New Student Orientations (NSO) welcome first-time CCV students at the beginning of the fall and spring semesters. During orientation, students learn about site facilities, services and instructors. It is a great way to meet other students and to begin building your learning community. Contact your local site for more information. |
| OEP | The Office of External Programs (OEP) is located at CCV Montpelier. VSC students can earn credit for learning that takes place outside of the classroom through OEP services like College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) and course challenges. |
| Office of External Programs | The Office of External Programs (OEP) is located at CCV Montpelier. VSC students can earn credit for learning that takes place outside of the classroom through OEP services like College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), Assessment of Prior Learning (APL) and course challenges. |
| official transcript | An official transcript is a document sent directly from a school, testing agency, or other educational office that reports your academic records. Transcripts must be unopened and include the institution’s official seal and registrar’s signature in order to be considered official. Transfer students must submit official transcripts from all previous colleges before enrolling at CCV. |
| OLW | An Online Learning Workshop (OLW) is a free workshop (DEV-0120) which serves as an orientation to the requirements and expectations for taking online courses. |
| online catalog | An online catalog is a searchable database listing all of the books and audiovisuals available in a library, searchable by author, title, and subject. |
| Online Learning Workshop | An Online Learning Workshop (OLW) is a free workshop (DEV-0120) which serves as an orientation to the requirements and expectations for taking online courses. |
| open admissions | Open admission refers to CCV’s non-selective admission policy. Any student who can contribute to and gain from a college education can become a student at CCV. |
| open enrollment | Open enrollment refers to a student’s ability to register for courses regardless of prerequisites or past demonstrated ability. Although CCV is an open admissions school, it does NOT offer open enrollment as most courses require prerequisite skills and/or assessment score levels. |
| P/NP | The P/NP (also know as Pass/No Pass or Pass/Fail) grading option is available in collegle-level courses. A Passing grade is equivilant to a C- or higher. To be graded using the Pass/Fail system (instead of grades A through F), you must formally request this by the 3rd week of class. Basic skills courses (pre-college level) are always graded on a P/NP basis. P/NP course credits can not be used for CCV degree program requirements and are generally harder to transfer to other colleges. |
| part time | A part-time student is any student who is enrolled in less than 12 credits (usually four courses) in a semester. |
| part-time | A part-time student is any student who is enrolled in less than 12 credits (usually four courses) in a semester. |
| Pass/Fail | The P/NP (also know as Pass/No Pass or Pass/Fail) grading option is available in collegle-level courses. A Passing grade is equivilant to a C- or higher. To be graded using the Pass/Fail system (instead of grades A through F), you must formally request this by the 3rd week of class. Basic skills courses (pre-college level) are always graded on a P/NP basis. P/NP course credits can not be used for CCV degree program requirements and are generally harder to transfer to other colleges. |
| Pass/No Pass | The P/NP (also know as Pass/No Pass or Pass/Fail) grading option is available in collegle-level courses. A Passing grade is equivilant to a C- or higher. To be graded using the Pass/Fail system (instead of grades A through F), you must formally request this by the 3rd week of class. Basic skills courses (pre-college level) are always graded on a P/NP basis. P/NP course credits can not be used for CCV degree program requirements and are generally harder to transfer to other colleges. |
| password | Students, staff and faculty use a password, along with a username, to access all CCV student computers, the VSC Portal (Blackboard) and the Hartness Library. A password is created and known only by user. |
| payment plan | CCV offers a no-interest payment plan for financing your tuition or fees through Tuition Pay (part of the Sallie Mae Corporation). After paying a $30 per semester enrollment fee, you will be billed in four monthly installments. The first payment to is due on or before the date you register for classes at CCV. The Tuition Pay payment plan can not be used for the purchase of textbooks or other expenses and is not available for summer semesters. For more information, visit http://www.tuitionpay.com. |
| PC | President's Council (PC) is established to propose, discuss, advise, and recommend institutional policies and to serve as an advisory council to the president. Membership includes personnel who report directly to the president (deans, associate deans, regional directors), others selected by the president, and the chair of College Council as a non-voting member. |
| Pell | Federal Pell Grants are grants awarded to eligible students with financial need who are pursuing their first undergraduate degree. To apply for the Pell Grant complete the Free Application for Federal Students Aid (FAFSA) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. |
| periodical | Periodical is an umbrella term for all material that is published regularly; usually refers to magazines, journals, and newspapers. |
| periodical database | A periodical database (or article database) is an organized online collection of articles, searchable by subject or author. Most periodical databases are “password-protected” and can not be searched openly on the World Wide Web. Colleges subscribe to periodical databases and provide students with a password for access. |
| Perkins | A Federal Perkins Loan is a low-interest loan for both graduate and undergraduate students who demonstrate financial need. This type of loan is not available at CCV. |
| Ph.D. | A Doctorate degree (Ph.D.) is the highest academic degree awarded by a college or university to students who have completed at least three years of graduate study beyond the bachelor's and/or master's degree and who have demonstrated their academic ability in oral and written examinations and through original research presented in the form of a dissertation. |
| plagiarism | Plagiarism is a form of academic dishonesty in which the words or ideas of someone else are used without credit, or citation, of the original source or author. |
| PLUS Loan | A Federal PLUS Loan is a credit-based educational loan available to parents of dependent undergraduate students. |
| portal | The Portal (also know as Blackboard) is a website used by staff, faculty and students at each of the five Vermont State Colleges (VSC). The Portal is the entry point for online classes and many traditional classroom courses will use the site. In the Portal, you can communicate with instructors and students, view evaluations, read announcements, and more. You can also view your transcript, email your advisor, review your degree program requirements, register for classes, pay your bill, and review your financial aid package in the "Web Services" module of the Portal. The Portal is located at https://blackboard.vsc.edu. |
| portal ID | Your Blackboard ID (Portal ID, or Web Services ID) is your username for access to CCV computers, the Hartness Library, and the VSC Portal (Blackboard) including Web Services. If you forget your username, go to the VSC Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu and click on the "What's My User Name" link on the main page. |
| portfolio | A portfolio is a type of learning record that refers to a personal collection of information describing and documenting a person’s achievements and learning. An e-portfolio might contain pictures, research papers, journals and is stored electronically. It can be easily updated over time. All CCV students can create and share e-portfolios on the Blackboard website (https://blackboard.vsc.edu). |
| Post secondary education program | The Post Secondary Education (PSE) program provides assistance to qualified Reach Up participants in setting and reaching career goals through a college education. Supports include a monthly cash stipend, assistance with college related expenses like books and child care and advising services through PSE coordinator. |
| post-secondary education | Higer education, or post-secondary education, refers to education after high school, generally at a college or university. |
| PRAXIS | The PRAXIS I is a test that measures basic academic skills. Successful completion is required for all students pursuing CCV's Education associate degree. For more information, visit http://www.ets.org/praxis. |
| pre-college class | Based on the results of skills assessments, students could be recommended for basic skills courses in reading, writing and math. These non-credit, pre-college classes help students gain the skills needed for college level courses and do not count toward an associate degree. |
| prerequisite | A prerequisite is the minimum academic requirement for enrolling in a course. For example, completing Spanish I is a prerequisite for taking Spanish II. Prerequisites are often listed in the course descriptions. |
| President's Council | President's Council (PC) is established to propose, discuss, advise, and recommend institutional policies and to serve as an advisory council to the president. Membership includes personnel who report directly to the president (deans, associate deans, regional directors), others selected by the president, and the chair of College Council as a non-voting member. |
| private college | Private colleges and universities rely primarily on income from student tuition as well as the donations of individuals and organizations such as religious groups and corporations. |
| probation | Students are placed on academic notice or probation when they do not achieve Good Academic Standing. To be in Good Academic Standing a student must: maintain a GPA of 2.0 or better, (1.75 GPA for students with fewer than 30 attempted credits) which includes all attempted credit; and satisfactorily complete at least 50% of basic skills courses attempted in any semester. |
| professor | Instructors (also know as faculty members or professors) are individuals who teach college classes. Most instructors have completed a graduate degree, and many CCV instructors work within their fields of expertise. |
| program concentration | CCV offers Associate of Arts (A.A.), Associate of Science (A.S.), and Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees. Within each of these degrees, students complete a program concentration (or major) of at least 24 credits in a particular area of interest, for example Business, Graphic Design, Human Services, or Liberal Studies. |
| program evaluation | A program evaluation (or degree audit) allows you to track your progress in a selected degree program by viewing your completed courses in comparison to the degree's requirements. You can access this information by logging into Blackboard (https://blackboard.vsc.edu) and then going to Student Web Services. |
| provost | A provost is a senior academic official at a college or university. The specific responsibilities of a provost vary greatly but include oversight of student, faculty, and administrative concerns. |
| PSE | The Post Secondary Education (PSE) program provides assistance to qualified Reach Up participants in setting and reaching career goals through a college education. Supports include a monthly cash stipend, assistance with college related expenses like books and child care and advising services through PSE coordinator. |
| public college | Public colleges and universities receive some of their funding from local, state, and/or federal entities. CCV is part of the Vermont State College (VSC) system, which is a public college system. |
| quality points | Quality points are used to determine your Grade Point Average (GPA). Quality points equal the grade value for each course (A=4, B=3, C=2, etc.) multiplied by the credits earned for that course. Thus, an A in a 3-credit course = 12 quality points (4 x 3 = 12). Total quality points divided by total credit hours = GPA. |
| quantitative reasoning | Quantitative reasoning is one of four graduation standards that all Vermont State Colleges students must demonstrate prior to graduation. At CCV, this standard is fulfilled by successful completion of the Quantitative Reasoning Assessment. |
| RD | A Regional Director (RD) oversees the overall administration for his or her respective CCV regions. There are three CCV regions including the Northeastern (Montpelier, Morrisville, Newport, St. Johnsbury, Upper Valley), Northwestern (Burlington, Middlebury, St. Albans), and Southern (Bennington, Brattleboro, Rutland, Springfield) regions. |
| Recommended Prior Learning | Recommended Prior Learning (RPL) includes knowledge, skills, or course work that should be achieved before a student takes a specified CCV course. |
| Regional Director | A Regional Director (RD) oversees the overall administration for his or her respective CCV regions. There are three CCV regions including the Northeastern (Montpelier, Morrisville, Newport, St. Johnsbury, Upper Valley), Northwestern (Burlington, Middlebury, St. Albans), and Southern (Bennington, Brattleboro, Rutland, Springfield) regions. |
| registrar | The CCV Registrar's Office, located in Waterbury, retains and maintains administrative files for active CCV students and permanently stores the records of all students who have attained credits through CCV. The Registrar’s Office also evaluates transfer credit from other colleges and universities to be used as part of a CCV degree. |
| registrar's office | The CCV Registrar's Office, located in Waterbury, retains and maintains administrative files for active CCV students and permanently stores the records of all students who have attained credits through CCV. The Registrar’s Office also evaluates transfer credit from other colleges and universities to be used as part of a CCV degree. |
| registration fee | CCV's registration fee is a $50 fee that all students pay once per semester (not per class) which helps to cover administrative costs associated with registration. |
| registration process | Registration is when you sign up (or register) for a course or courses and make payment for tuition and fees by the designated deadline. |
| research paper | A research paper is written to support a point of view (thesis) by using information from written and other sources. Research papers use a formal writing style and follow a standard format for the citations and references to document the source of the information. (Adapted from Basic College Research, by P. Berge and C. Saffioti) |
| residency | CCV, like most public colleges, has an in-state and out-of-state tuition rate which is based on each student's residency in the state of Vermont. In-state tuition rates apply to students who have lived in Vermont , not for the purpose of attending college, for one continuous year immediately preceding the date of enrollment. |
| RPL | Recommended Prior Learning (RPL) includes knowledge, skills, or course work that should be achieved before a student takes a specified CCV course. |
| SAB | Student Advisory Board (SAB) is a forum for the discussion of CCV student-related issues. There is one all-college SAB consisting of two student representatives from each site. |
| Saint Michael's College | Also know as SMC, Saint Michael's College is a Catholic liberal arts college located in Colchester, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.smcvt.edu/. |
| SAP | Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a policy followed by CCV related to academic success and financial aid. To be eligible for financial aid funds, the federal government requires that students must be progressing toward the completion of their degree at a specific success rate. Students are encouraged to contact an academic advisor regarding SAP concerns. |
| SAR | After a student submits the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), they will receive a Student Aid Report or SAR. The SAR lists all the questions on the FAFSA and the answers submitted. A student should review their SAR information as soon as they receive it and make any corrections or changes, if necessary. |
| SAT | The Scholastic Aptitude Test or "SAT" is an achievement test, measuring what a student has already learned in school. Similar to the ACT, it is generally taken by high school students before applying to colleges. The ACT and SAT are not required for admission to CCV. |
| Satisfactory Academic Progress | Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) is a policy followed by CCV related to academic success and financial aid. To be eligible for financial aid funds, the federal government requires that students must be progressing toward the completion of their degree at a specific success rate. Students are encouraged to contact an academic advisor regarding SAP concerns. |
| scholarship | Scholarships are gifts of money based on many different criteria, including need, academic excellence, leadership, heritage, community service, and extracurricular activities. They do not need to be repaid. More information can be obtained by visiting your local CCV site or http://www.vsac.org. |
| Scholastic Aptitude Test | The Scholastic Aptitude Test or "SAT" is an achievement test, measuring what a student has already learned in school. Similar to the ACT, it is generally taken by high school students before applying to colleges. The ACT and SAT are not required for admission to CCV. |
| section (related to a course) | Section refers to the specific day, time and location of a given course. Some classes may have multiple section options from which to choose. A course code is assigned to each section of a course. For example ENG-1061-VM01 is the course code for the first section of English Composition running at CCV Montpelier. |
| SEI | Seminar in Educational Inquiry (SEI) is a course (HUM-2010, 3 credits) required for all CCV degrees. |
| Seminar in Educational Inquiry | Seminar in Educational Inquiry (SEI) is a course (HUM-2010, 3 credits) required for all CCV degrees. |
| SEOG | Federal Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) are federal grants for undergraduate students with exceptional need. SEOG grants are awarded by CCV’s financial aid office. A student must also be a recipient of a Pell Grant to qualify. |
| SGGS | Small Group Guided Study (SGGS) is an alternative model for certain courses with low enrollment. Only specific courses are approved for this type of format and there are specific procedures and guidelines for offering them. |
| Site Office Manager | The Site Office Manager (SOM) is a person responsible for the administrative functions of each site office. |
| Small Group Guided Study | Small Group Guided Study (SGGS) is an alternative model for certain courses with low enrollment. Only specific courses are approved for this type of format and there are specific procedures and guidelines for offering them. |
| SMC | Saint Michael's College is a Catholic liberal arts college located in Colchester, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.smcvt.edu/. |
| social sciences | The social sciences include those academic fields of study that investigate human evolution, behavior, and history. Applicable social science courses at CCV are those in the fields of anthropology, economics, geography, psychology, sociology, social work, and women's studies. |
| SOM | The Site Office Manager (SOM) is a person responsible for the administrative functions of each site office. |
| source (related to research) | A source is a person or thing that provides information. Books, newspaper articles, websites, and interviews are examples of sources you could use in a research paper. |
| Southern Vermont College | Southern Vermont College (SVC) is located in Bennington, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.svc.edu. |
| Stafford Loan | A Federal Stafford Loan is a low interest loan for students to help pay their educational expenses while enrolled at least as a half time student in an eligible academic program. Students are not required to make payments on the loan until they drop below half time enrollment or complete their program. |
| Sterling College | Sterling College is located in Craftsbury Common, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.sterlingcollege.edu. |
| Student Advisory Board | Student Advisory Board (SAB) is a forum for the discussion of CCV student-related issues. There is one all-college SAB consisting of two student representatives from each site. |
| Student Aid Report | After a student submits the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid), they will receive a Student Aid Report or SAR. The SAR lists all the questions on the FAFSA and the answers submitted. A student should review their SAR information as soon as they receive it and make any corrections or changes, if necessary. |
| student handbook | A student handbook is a publication that contains facts and policies on student life at CCV. It is available at each site and online. |
| student ID | Each semester active students and faculty are given a new ID card which may be needed for parking, and can be used by students at some local businesses to get discounts on services. The Student ID is NOT the same as the College ID Number, which a unique number used to identify you within the college. |
| study abroad | Study abroad refers to college coursework that includes travel outside of the United States. CCV's study abroad courses include a 10-day study trip, led by an instructor and a CCV staff member. Course fees can be covered by financial aid. |
| subsidized loan | Subsidized refers to a type of loan in which the federal government pays the borrower's interest while the student is in school and enrolled in at least six credits. It is awarded to students on the basis of financial need. |
| Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grant | Federal Supplementary Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG) are federal grants for undergraduate students with exceptional need. SEOG grants are awarded by CCV’s financial aid office. A student must also be a recipient of a Pell Grant to qualify. |
| SVC | Southern Vermont College (SVC) is located in Bennington, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.svc.edu. |
| switch (related to drop/add a course) | A switch occurs when you drop a course and add another course at the same time within the official Add/Drop Period. Students are not permitted to add courses after the start of the second class meeting. |
| syllabi | Syllabi is plural for the term syllabus. A syllabus is a document that has information about a course. It is usually distributed by the instructor at the beginning of the semester. It typically includes a lesson schedule, dates of exams and quizzes, assigned books and readings, and contact information. |
| syllabus | A syllabus is a document that has information about a course. It is usually distributed by the instructor at the beginning of the semester. It typically includes a lesson schedule, dates of exams and quizzes, assigned books and readings, and contact information. |
| TBA | To Be Announced |
| term paper | A term paper is a written assignment discussing a topic in detail, usually several typed pages in length. It is often due at the end of a semester. |
| textbook | Specific textbooks are required for CCV courses. Students are responsible for locating and obtaining the correct book(s) for their course before the first class meeting. CCV students, except for those taking courses in Burlington, purchase textbooks at http://www.ccvbookstore.com. Textbooks for CCV Burlington courses can be purchased at the University of Vermont's Bookstore (http://uvmbookstore.uvm.edu). |
| The Information Literacy Tutorial | The Information Literacy Tutorial (TILT) is an educational/tutorial web site designed to introduce students to research sources and skills. For more information, click the CCV Hartness Library tab in Blackboard. |
| thesis | A thesis is the central argument of a research paper, which is based on facts found in research rather than the writer's feelings or emotions. |
| TIAA-CREF | TIAA-CREF is CCV’s staff retirement plan. For more information, visit http://www.tiaa-cref.org/. |
| TILT | The Information Literacy Tutorial (TILT) is an educational/tutorial web site designed to introduce students to research sources and skills. For more information, click the CCV Hartness Library tab in Blackboard. |
| Title IV | Title IV Federal Financial aid includes Federal Pell grants, SEOG grants, Stafford loans, Perkins loans, PLUS loans and work study. To apply for federal assistance a student must complete the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) at http://www.fafsa.ed.gov. Contact your local CCV financial aid office to see if you are eligible. |
| TLC | The Learning Center (TLC), present at each CCV location, is staffed by coordinators and staff who help CCV students with homework assignments, basic library needs etc. on a drop in basis. The staff also assists students in organizing research paper topics and using on-line CCV resources. Check with your local CCV site for more specific information. |
| Track-IT! | Track-IT! is the Vermont State Colleges' Information Technology (IT) helpdesk. For more information, visit: http://helpdesk.vsc.edu. |
| transcript | A transcript is a record of a student's academic performance at an school and generally includes dates of attendance, courses taken, grades, and credits earned. |
| transfer agreement | An articulation agreement (or transfer agreement) is a contract between two or more colleges that provides assurance of a smooth transfer of credit from one to the other, usually in selected programs of study. CCV has articulation agreements with most of the colleges in Vermont. |
| transfer credit | Transfer refers to the process by which a student brings college credit from one school to another. |
| TRIO | TRIO is a federally funded program that serves students who meet specific eligibility criteria and often will be the first in their family to earn a college degree. Services include intensive advising, special events, and other academic support. |
| TTY/TDD | A TTY/TDD is a device used for communicating by telephone with the deaf and hard of hearing population. |
| tuition rate | Tuition is the financial cost of attending a college. CCV's tuition rate is on a per credit basis and there are different tuition rates depending on residency. In addition to tuition, CCV students pay a $50 registration fee each semester and may also incur course specific fees for materials. |
| TuitionPay | CCV offers a no-interest payment plan for financing your tuition or fees through Tuition Pay (part of the Sallie Mae Corporation). After paying a $30 per semester enrollment fee, you will be billed in four monthly installments. The first payment to is due on or before the date you register for classes at CCV. The Tuition Pay payment plan can not be used for the purchase of textbooks or other expenses and is not available for summer semesters. For more information, visit http://www.tuitionpay.com. |
| undecided | Undecided, or undeclared, is the term applied to a student who intends to earn a degree from CCV but has not chosen a specific program (or major). Students are required to declare a program of study once they complete 24 college credits. |
| undeclared | Undecided, or undeclared, is the term applied to a student who intends to earn a degree from CCV but has not chosen a specific program (or major). Students are required to declare a program of study once they complete 24 college credits. |
| undergrad | Undergraduate (or undergrad) is a term that refers to a student enrolled in a degree or certificate program. All CCV students, except for non-degree students, are considered undergraduates. |
| undergraduate | Undergraduate (or undergrad) is a term that refers to a student enrolled in a degree or certificate program. All CCV students, except for non-degree students, are considered undergraduates. |
| undergraduate degree | A Bachelor's degree, also called a baccalaureate degree or undergraduate degree, is earned at a “four year” college or university and generally requires about 120 college level credits. Students often transfer to a bachelor’s degree program after earning an associate degree. |
| Union Institute | Union Institute & University has six campuses in the United States including one in Montpelier, Vermont on the Vermont College Campus. For more information, visit http://www.tui.edu. |
| university | A university is an institution of higher education and research which grants academic degrees at all levels (bachelor, master, and doctorate) in a variety of subjects. |
| University of Vermont | Also know as UVM, the University of Vermont is the state's largest college and is located in Burlington, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.uvm.edu. |
| unofficial transcript | An unofficial transcript is a document that reports your previous academic records but is not certified by the applicable school. Unofficial transcripts can sometimes be used at CCV while waiting for official transcripts to be received and evaluated. CCV students can view and print their own unofficial transcript via the Web Services module in the VSC Portal (https://blackboard.vsc.edu). |
| unsubsidized | Unsubsidized refers to a type of loan in which a borrower is responsible for accrued interest throughout the life of the loan. |
| user name | All students, staff, and faculty are assigned a user name, which along with a password, allows them to access CCV computers, the VSC Portal (Blackboard) and the Hartness Library. If you forget your user name, go to the Blackboard log in page at http://blackboard.vsc.edu and click on the "What's My User Name" link on the right side of the screen. |
| username | All students, staff, and faculty are assigned a username, which along with a password, allows them to access CCV computers, the VSC Portal (Blackboard) and the Hartness Library. If you forget your username, go to the Blackboard log in page at http://blackboard.vsc.edu and click on the "What's My User Name" link on the right side of the screen. |
| UVM | The University of Vermont (UVM) is the state's largest college and is located in Burlington, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.uvm.edu. |
| UVM Bookstore | The University of Vermont Bookstore is the textbook supplier for all courses taking place at CCV Burlington. The UVM Bokstore is located at the Davis Student Center on the UVM Campus (536 Main Street, Burlington, VT 05405, http://uvmbookstore.uvm.edu). |
| VA | The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the U.S. Government agency that oversees matters pertaining to military veterans. For purposes of education, it administers the GI Bill, which oversees and disburses veterans’ education benefits. It also oversees other veterans entitlements, such as the VA health care system. For more information, vist http://www.va.gov. |
| VAL | Vermont Adult Learning (VAL) is a private, non-profit corporation that provides adult education and literacy services to Vermonters who are not enrolled in school. Almost all of these services are free. For more information, visit: http://www.vtadultlearning.org. |
| Vermont Adult Learning | Vermont Adult Learning (VAL) is a private, non-profit corporation that provides adult education and literacy services to Vermonters who are not enrolled in school. Almost all of these services are free. For more information, visit: http://www.vtadultlearning.org. |
| Vermont Incentive Grant | Any Vermonter who plans to attend college full time, and doesn’t have a bachelor’s degree, is eligible to apply for the Vermont Incentive Grant . Vermont Incentive Grants are based on financial need and range form $500 to $9900. They can be used at schools inside and outside of Vermont. |
| Vermont State Colleges | Also known as the VSC, the Vermont State Colleges include Castleton State College, Community College of Vermont, Johnson State College, Lyndon State College and Vermont Technical College. For more information, visit: http://www.vsc.edu. Courses taken at any of these five colleges will after the Summer of 2002 semester will appear on the transcript of any of the other colleges. |
| Vermont State Colleges Student Association | The Vermont State Colleges Student Association (VSCSA) is a board whose membership includes three student representatives from each of the five Vermont State Colleges. The VSCSA provides CCV students with the opportunity to work closely with students from the other VSC institutions on student-related issues. |
| Vermont Student Assistance Corporation | Also known as VSAC, the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation is a public nonprofit agency whose mission is to help Vermonters who want to go to college through grants, loans, scholarships, career and education planning, and general information about how to get the education you want. For more information, visit: http://www.vsac.org. |
| Vermont Tech | Also know as VTC, Vermont Technical College is a Vermont State College located in Randolph and Williston, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.vtc.edu. |
| Vermont Technical College | Also know as VTC, Vermont Technical College is a Vermont State College located in Randolph and Williston, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.vtc.edu. |
| Veterans Affairs | The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is the U.S. Government agency that oversees matters pertaining to military veterans. For purposes of education, it administers the GI Bill, which oversees and disburses veterans’ education benefits. It also oversees other veterans entitlements, such as the VA health care system. For more information, vist http://www.va.gov. |
| voucher | A voucher is a document used when an employer or other organization agrees to pay a student's tuition, fees or book expenses. If eligible, an Authorization and Tuition Agreement form must be completed and brought into your CCV site in order to use a voucher. |
| VSAC | Also known as VSAC, the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation is a public nonprofit agency whose mission is to help Vermonters who want to go to college through grants, loans, scholarships, career and education planning, and general information about how to get the education you want. For more information, visit: http://www.vsac.org. |
| VSC | Also known as the VSC, the Vermont State Colleges include Castleton State College, Community College of Vermont, Johnson State College, Lyndon State College and Vermont Technical College. For more information, visit: http://www.vsc.edu. Courses taken at any of these five colleges will after the Summer of 2002 semester will appear on the transcript of any of the other colleges. |
| VSCSA | The Vermont State Colleges Student Association (VSCSA) is a board whose membership includes three student representatives from each of the five Vermont State Colleges. The VSCSA provides CCV students with the opportunity to work closely with students from the other VSC institutions on student-related issues. |
| VT Guidance Central | VT Guidance Central is a free, online, self-guided program that provides interactive career and college planning tools for students. It is provided the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation (VSAC) and is available at https://access.bridges.com. |
| VTC | Vermont Technical College is a Vermont State College located in Randolph and Williston, Vermont. For more information, visit: http://www.vtc.edu. |
| waiting list | If a CCV course is full, you may have the option of joining a list of those waiting to fill any vacancies. Contact the CCV site offering the course for more information. |
| waitlist | If a CCV course is full, you may have the option of joining a list of those waiting to fill any vacancies. Contact the CCV site offering the course for more information. |
| Wasson | Wasson Hall is CCV's central administrative building located at the State Office Complex in Waterbury, Vermont. Wasson Hall houses the Office of the President and Provost as well as the business offices, financial aid, human resources and payroll, public relations, and the registrar. |
| web services | Web Services is located within the VSC Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu. Students can view their course schedule, review transcripts, email advisors, review degree program requirements, register for classes, make payments, and review financial aid packages here. Additional services are available here for staff members and instructors such as grade entry and payroll information. |
| web services ID | Your Blackboard ID (Portal ID, or Web Services ID) is your username for access to CCV computers, the Hartness Library, and the VSC Portal (Blackboard) including Web Services. If you forget your username, go to the VSC Portal at https://blackboard.vsc.edu and click on the "What's My User Name" link on the main page. |
| wild card | A wild card, usually represented by the asterisk (*), is a tool that helps you search a periodical database for all forms of a word when you aren't sure of the exact ending you need. For example, typing "video gam* into one of the library's periodical databases will allow you to search for articles which contain the terms video game, video games, and video gaming. |
| withdrawal | Students who wish to withdraw from a course must officially do so before 60% of the course is complete (usually by the 9th week of a 15-week semester). A "W" grade will appear on the student's transcript but is not factored into grade point average. Students who drop a course during the official add/drop period (normally through the 3rd week of a 15-week semester) do not receive a "W" grade. |
| Woodbury College | Woodbury College is located in Montpelier, Vermont. For more information, visit http://www.woodbury-college.edu. |
| work study | Work study is based on financial need and available job openings. It is part-time employment while a student is in school. A student must be in a degree program and enrolled at least part time. Consult your financial aid counselor about eligibility. |
| work-study | Work study is based on financial need and available job openings. It is part-time employment while a student is in school. A student must be in a degree program and enrolled at least part time. Consult your financial aid counselor about eligibility. |
| world wide web | The World Wide Web consists of specially formatted documents on the internet that allow you to link one document to another. The World Wide Web is not synonymous with the larger internet which may contain documents which are not accessible through the World Wide Web. Much of the information in the CCV online library, for example, is not accessible through the World Wide Web but is accessible with a student VSC Portal ID. |