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  1. Drop an Online Course (Before or After Start Date)

    Before it starts: If there are no holds on account – the student can drop in MyLoneStar. If there are holds on account – go to Schedule Change Form For Dropping Online Courses . Read the instructions carefully. Download and complet...
  2. Online Proctored Testing (Exams)

    What Is A Proctored Exam? Some courses require students to take proctored exams. A proctored exam is supervised either at an in-person testing center or by an online proctor. Lone Star College Testing Centers provide a variety of testing se...
  3. Online Etiquette for Discussions and Emails

    Communicating as an online student is a bit different than in a face-to-face setting. Because you are usually missing body language cues and immediate feedback from others, it is very important to understand some common rules for good online etiqu...
  4. Ordering Transcripts

    Transcripts From LSC Order transcripts online .  See Transfer and Transcripts and Help with Transcripts . Transcripts to LSC From Other Schools See Transfer to LSC . ...
  5. Ordering Transcripts

    Transcripts From LSC Order transcripts online .  See Transfer and Transcripts and Help with Transcripts . Transcripts to LSC From Other Schools See Transfer to LSC . ...
  6. Are Online Courses Self-Paced?

    An online class is one where students do all their work online. While convenient for those who work or travel, an online class is not self-paced. Students must adhere to deadlines.  Check the Course Syllabus Search for the course syllabus within...
  7. Register for Next Semester

    Finding and Registering for Courses If you're already a student, you may search for classes in myLoneStar . Click on Manage Classes. Then click on Class Search or Browse Course Catalog. If you are NOT already a student, Apply Now . ...
  8. Install and Launch LockDown Browser

    If your professor has required that you use Respondus LockDown Browser in a quiz, you will need to install the program. The link to do so appears once you open the quiz. If you have a Chromebook , see Using a Chromebook with LockDown Browser...
  9. Helpful Software

    Get Started Browsers Supported by D2L Perform a System Check Perform a speed test - Make sure your internet service is adequate for test taking. Speedtest.net Measurement Lab Resources Offered by IT The IT Service Desk offers a ...
  10. Use OpenDyslexic in D2L

    OpenDyslexic is an open sourced font created to increase readability for readers with dyslexia. The OpenDyslexic browser extension overrides all fonts on web pages with the OpenDyslexic font, and formats pages to be more easily readable. See e...