Content within your online courses vary in format based on subject and instructor. Some common document types that instructors post in online courses are:

• Microsoft Word
• Rich Text Format (RTF)
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Adobe Acrobat
• Web Pages

In addition to text based documents some instructors like to use audio and/or video content. Some common audio/video types are:

• RealOne
• Flash
• Windows Media
• Quicktime

Below are a few examples of audio/video content:

Audio Lecture - Dr. Andrew Barnes, History Professor

Audio Narrated PowerPoint - Dr. Larry Olson, ETM Professor

Audio Video Lecture - Dr. David Altheide, Justice Studies Professor

One important step in accessing online documents is making sure that you have the necessary software or plug-in required to open the file. The ASUonline Plug-in Center has a comprehensive list of software you can install.