eCore: University System of Georgia

 

What is eCore?

eCore is a statewide collaborative program which enables University System of Georgia (USG) students to earn most of their core credits by taking courses offered by various state institutions while remaining enrolled in one home college or university. eCore courses are designed, developed, taught and supported by faculty and staff from across the USG.

Overview

VSU students can enroll in eCore classes to complete core coursework in a fully online environment.  Whether you are a current VSU student completing your core requirements, a transient student from another institution, or you just need to pick up a core course, eCore gives you the flexibility of an online course with a guarantee of quality in both instruction and content. 

For more information about eCore, including course information and requirements, visit the USG eCore website or contact the VSU eCore Liaison.

Preparing to Take an eCore Class

To begin the registration process, meet with your advisor to make sure an eCore class is the best option for you. You may also visit the eCore Course Equivalency page to view how eCore courses fit into Core IMPACTS Areas at VSU. Select Valdosta State University from the Institution list to reveal the Course Equivalency Table.

After you have decided to register for your first eCore class, please complete the eCore Introduction Quiz. You only need to complete the eCore Introduction Quiz the first time you take an eCore class.

You will need to have your VSU student ID (870#) and your VSU email address to complete the quiz. If you are not a current VSU student, please visit VSU Undergraduate Admissions to begin your admissions process. 

After you've completed the eCore Introduction Quiz, an email will be sent to your VSU email address within two business days. The email will have the subject line Welcome to eCore from the VSU Center for eLearning and will include an attachment with detailed instructions for registering for eCore classes and accessing your classes in GoVIEW once they open.

The eCampus team will also communicate with you through your VSU email between when you register and when classes start, so please make sure you check your email often.

 

Resources and Support for Students Taking eCore Classes

The Student Guide to eCore

The Student Guide to eCore clarifies how to use the academic services available to students and explains computer-related support issues. All students should review the information in this guide before taking an eCore course.

eCore Academic Calendar

The eCore Academic Calendar dates often differ from the VSU Academic Calendar dates. Please review and bookmark the eCore Academic Calendar for registration and other important course dates.

SEADS Student Portal

SEADS student portal to submit the following

  • a request for an extension on a proctored exam
  • a grade appeal
  • an academic dishonesty appeal
  • a student complaint
  • a request to be reinstated into a course after being dropped for non-attendance

Proctored Experience Information

In order to measure learning outcomes in an objective, verifiable way, eCore courses contain at least one proctored assessment experience or one major project of significance that includes an element for verification of student identity. In eCore courses requiring two proctored assessment experiences, failure to complete at least one proctored assessment experience will result in a failing grade for the course regardless of the average of other grades.

Students are responsible for scheduling and completing their proctored experiences by the posted deadline. This includes reviewing the course syllabus at the beginning of the semester to confirm the dates of your proctored experiences and scheduling them well in advance. Students are also responsible for being aware of the conditions and policies under which the proctored experience will be administered.

Please see the Proctored Exams FAQs and Proctoring Options for more information.

Contact the following for assistance with testing in your eCore class.

  • eCampus Testing Coordinator: etesting@ecampus.usg.edu
  • General Proctored Exam Questions: 678-839-5300
  • Issues Taking a Proctored Exam or Accommodation Questions: 678-839-4900

Course and Instructor Schedules

You can locate instructor email addresses and assigned course sections on the searchable Course Schedule page. Select the semester, year, and session at the top of the page, then search for your course. Your instructor's name and email address will be listed to the right of the section(s) they are teaching.

Student Accessibility Services

If a student has an accessibility issue, or suspects that he/she has an accessibility issue and would like to be considered for accommodations, there are several options. Visit the Student Accessibility Services page for resources and information.

Additional Support Resources

The following resources are available to assist you with your eCore classes.