The Learning Management System used in courses at Rock Valley College is called EAGLE.  It can be used to submit homework, to discuss course topics, to complete practice tests and for course related communication.  Students can use the EAGLE mail interface to request help from their instructors or to discuss topics with other students enrolled in the same course.  All students enrolled in RVC credit classes are given free EAGLE accounts.  EAGLE can be accessed directly by going to http://rvceagle.angellearning.com and for support please click on the link below.

EAGLE is RVC's new Learning Management System (LMS).

Click here for Support (student or faculty)

Instructor contacts

• Online list of instructor Web pages and contact information

Distance Learning at RVC

Rock Valley College has distance learning opportunities for self-directed and self-motivated students.  These courses are designed so you can learn anytime, anyplace as your busy schedule dictates.

However, online learning is not for everyone.  Online learners should have:

• the necessary access to basic technology
• fundamental computer skills
• ability to progress independently

Online courses are as rigorous, if not more, than traditional courses.  Students must have the self-discipline to learn by working almost exclusively on the computer.

IMPORTANT: As a distance learning student in either an online or hybrid it is your responsibility to log on to http://www.rockvalleycollege.edu/LMS one or two weeks prior to the start of class for information on online orientation (Online Orientation Syllabus), EAGLE training, or to contact your instructor.  That way you will be assured you have received the necessary information you need to start the class.  ADDITIONAL TECHNOLOGY FEES FOR INTERNET COURSES ARE $50 PER COURSE.

Online Courses

Online courses are delivered over the Internet.  Credit, content and assignments are the same for these classes as for standard lecture courses.  Students will be expected to do research on the Internet, join in electronic group discussions with other students and/or access their professors via e-mail.  An occasional face-to-face meeting with other students and the professor may be required.

Required Online Student Orientation to EAGLE

Some courses will REQUIRE you to complete the Online Student Orientation prior to having access to the course and its materials on RVC EAGLE.  These courses will NOT appear on your course home page until you complete the orientation successfully with a passing score of 80% or better.  Remember to check your EAGLE & RVC Mail for any updates.  

What is the Online Student Orientation?

This is a self-paced, non-credit course aimed at helping students develop the necessary skills to be successful online learners in EAGLE at no cost.  It covers the basic use of EAGLE, the learning management system used at RVC.  Most RVC course work takes place in EAGLE.  Some courses will require the Online Student Orientation completion prior to being enrolled in the course.  To check the if your course requires this orientation, please review the Spring 2012 Required Online Student Orientation Course Listing.  More details about the Online Student Orientation, review the Online Student Orientation syllabus.