STUDENTS

• What is an Aprendi course like?
  
  
  
  • Aprendi courses are designed to provide a university-level experience to all students.  Courses run for approximately five weeks and are comprised of 10-15 lessons each that include readings, lectures, clips, etc.  We also expect you to engage in an interactive discussion with faculty & classmates via chat room or bulletin board.  This is where you get a chance to get feedback on your work and share ideas with others.
  
  
  
  


• What type of student will succeed in these courses?
  
  
  
  • Aprendi Learning courses are designed to meet the needs of a variety of students. The classes are entirely online, offer flexible due dates for weekly assignments, and they are led by a real instructor who can answer your questions and provide feedback on your work. With that in mind, students who are interested in actively engaging in an interactive course will be most successful. Anyone looking for an effective online learning experience is welcome to enroll.
  
  
  
  


• How do I enroll in a course?
  
  
  
  • Please see our Course Info page for more details about available courses.  You can enroll in online certificate programs or individual courses.  We use PayPal and Google Checkout to accept your payment, so everything is 100% secure.
  
  
  
  


• What happens after I enroll?
  
  
  
  • You will receive an email confirmation with additional details about how to prepare for your online courses.  These classes are not self-paced, so be sure to note the start date on your calendar!  Expect an introduction email from your Instructor around the first day of class.
  
  
  
  


• Are these classes self-paced?
  
  
  
  • No.  The courses are led by an instructor who will guide you and your classmates through the lessons.  Courses begin on a specific date and you are expected to keep up with the course discussion posts & assignments.  In most cases, you will have several days to complete the assignments for each lesson.  The instructors are here to help you succeed, so be sure to put forth your best effort to maximize your potential.
  
  
  
  


• How can I learn more about my courses?
  
  
  
  • See the Course Info page for a description of your online courses.  Once you have enrolled in a course, you will have access to the online course website where you can view additional course information.
  
  
  
  


• Who are the instructors in online courses?
  
  
  
  • Most courses have a Professor and Instructor who perform different roles in the course.  Your Professor will write the course syllabus, select readings & assignments, record the lectures, etc.  Much like in a college course, the Instructor will lead daily course discussions and your graded assignments.  We hire only trained professionals to create and teach courses so you can be sure to receive a high-quality education.
  
  
  
  


• Can I email my instructor?
  
  
  
  • Yes.  Once you have access to the online class website, you will be able to view your course information and contact your instructor.  Your instructor will also provide feedback on your assignments throughout the course.
  
  
  
  


• How much time should I expect to commit to my courses?
  
  
  
  • Each course is comprised of 10-15 lessons spread over the course of five to eight weeks.  Lessons are comprised of readings, lectures, discussion posts, and other resources.  In order to keep up with the pace of the course, you will need to commit to completing two lessons each week.   You should expect to spend a few hours completing each lesson.
  
  
  
  


• What if I cannot attend class?
  
  
  
  • All of our courses are entirely online and can be accessed remotely.  You are not required to meet at any particular time, and you will have several days to complete each lesson or assignment.  You should be able to do your coursework as long as you have access to a computer with an internet connection.  If you won’t have access to a computer, you should consult with your instructor or consider enrolling in a later session.
  
  
  
  


• Do I have to buy any additional course materials?
  
  
  
  • Other than the required basic computer hardware & internet connection, you should not need to purchase any additional course materials.  All readings & textbooks will be made available online or included in your course enrollment fees.  Video clips will also be streamed for free, but in some cases you may need to rent or purchase films to watch for your class, all of which can be found through Netflix or Amazon.
  
  
  
  


• Do I get credit or certification when I complete a course or certificate program?
  
  
  
  • Yes.  All students will receive credit from Aprendi for completing courses, and you will receive a transcript after completing each course.  Students who complete a full certification program will also receive a personalized certificate at the end of the program.
  
  
  
  


• Can I transfer credit for Aprendi courses to another university?
  
  
  
  • Not at this time.  Aprendi provides you with the knowledge and skills needed to gain an edge in the competitive job market, but most of our courses are non-transferable to many institutions.  However, you will receive a transcript and personalized certificate upon completion of any Aprendi course or certificate program.
  
  
  
  


• I enrolled in a course but did not receive a confirmation email.
  
  
  
  • You will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours of enrolling in a course.  Be sure to check your spam/junk folder and add support@aprendilearning.com to your safe sender list.  If you cannot find your email, please contact us or email support@aprendilearning.com with your name and course details.
  
  
  
  


• How do I withdraw from a class?  Can I get a refund?
  
  
  
  • You may withdraw from a class at any time by contacting us with your name and course information.  Full refunds will be given to any student within the first two weeks of a course start date.  Students withdrawing from course bundles & certificates will be granted vouchers to retake any missed courses in a future session.  If you need to withdraw from a class, please contact us or email support@aprendilearning.com.
  
  
  
  

TEACHERS

• What is an Aprendi course like?
  
  
  
  • Aprendi courses are designed to provide a university-level experience to all students.  Courses run for approximately five weeks and are comprised of 10-15 lessons each that include readings, lectures, clips, and other resources.  Students will also be expected to engage in an interactive discussion with faculty & classmates via chat room or bulletin board.  This provides an opportunity to provide feedback and share ideas with the class.
  
  
  
  


• How can I build or teach a course?
  
  
  
  • Professors who have or want to create online courses can contact us for more information about licensing opportunities.  We are looking to expand our available course offerings, especially within the Film, TV & Digital Media topics.  Anyone interested in being an Instructor who manages students can also contact us for more information.
  
  
  
  


• Who is responsible for teaching students during the course?
  
  
  
  • Every course is directed by an Instructor who interacts with students on a day-to-day basis.  The Instructor answers student questions, leads online discussions, and grades assignments.  Instructors are hired and managed by Aprendi and are not required to be the same Professor who created the course content. We always welcome recommendations for new Instructors.
  
  
  
  


• What content is the Professor expected to provide?
  
  
  
  • The Professor is expected to create the course syllabus and define the content for lessons & assignments.  Each course is comprised of 10-15 lessons that usually include the following tasks:
    
    
    
    • Readings
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to provide scanned articles and/or list of required books.
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Lectures
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to provide audio files & powerpoints OR recorded video lectures.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Assignments
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to define the assignment guidelines, grading scale & criteria, etc.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Discussion Topics
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to provide the starter topics for a chat room or bulletin board discussion.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Clips (optional)
      
      
      
      • Clip production will be handled on a case-by-case basis.  Professors will need to identify the scenes that need to be shown and will ideally provide the video files.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Quizzes (optional)
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to provide a Word document that includes quiz questions, answers, and correct/incorrect response text.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    • Website Links (optional)
      
      
      
      • Professors will need to provide a list of links.
        
      
      
      
      
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

• What does it cost to run an Aprendi course?
  
  
  
  • There is no fee to build or run a course as part of an Aprendi online learning program.  Professors will need to invest time to create the course syllabus & assignments, but there are no direct costs to use the platform.
  
  
  
  


• Who owns the content for courses offered through Aprendi University?
  
  
  
  • You do.  The professor maintains ownership for any course content he/she creates for an Aprendi University course.  Aprendi will license the provided course content and share enrollment revenue with the professor.  Professors will, however, need to guarantee access to the content while students are enrolled.
  
  
  
  


• How do I earn money from enrollment fees?
  
  
  
  • Enrollment fees are shared between two key teaching roles: Professors and Instructors.  Professors define the overall course syllabus and create the course materials and lectures.  Instructors manage student discussions, grading, and interact directly with students during live sessions of the course.  Professors are not required to assist the Instructor with student issues.  A single person can perform both duties if permitted by his/her home university.  The Professor earns 30% of the enrollment fees for his/her course, and Instructors hired by Aprendi earn 20% of enrollment fees for managing the day-to-day responsibilities.
  
  
  
  


• Who handles technical support during the course?
  
  
  
  • Any technical questions or issues relating to the Aprendi learning platform will be addressed directly by Aprendi staff.  Student questions of this nature can be forwarded to customer support.
  
  
  
  

GENERAL

• What is Aprendi Learning?
  
  
  
  • Aprendi Learning is based in Los Angeles, California and offers any student the opportunity to take film, TV & digital media classes online. After 10 years of developing successful distance learning solutions at major universities, we are now working to offer this excellent content to students around the world. Our goal is to create a new standard of academic rigor for online learning that will allow for classes to be offered to students across a network of higher learning institutions regardless of geographical location. We are connecting our best teachers with students who strive to learn. Aprendi Learning was founded in 2010 by Michael Burk, Austin Rappa, and Daniel Bernardi.
  
  
  
  


• How can I get involved?
  
  
  
  • We're always looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our growing company. Please check back for details about specific openings, and feel free to Contact Us to introduce yourself in the meantime.
  
  
  
  


• How can I use the Aprendi course platform at my institution?
  
  
  
  • The Aprendi Learning Management System (LMS) is a cloud-based platform available for hosting online classes of any size or subject. We offer flexible licensing options including white-label, fully-hosted, or self-supported programs. Please see our Technology page to learn more and feel free to Contact Us with any questions.
  
  
  
  


• What is an affiliate and how can I become one?
  
  
  
  • An affiliate is someone who helps promote Aprendi Learning courses and earns a commission for every student they help enroll.  Check out our Affiliate Info for more details.