I’m taking a physics class right now and can confirm that the primary method of communication is via a web portal (with email notifications).

I’ve talked to other students, and the approach to learning uses:

* Youtube videos

* Written information from all over the web

* Extra textbooks available for download or purchased online and assorted random books purchased online or downloaded

You need an internet connection for this class, and restricting yourself to school computers during library hours would make getting a decent grade very difficult. Especially if you had to work during library hours and especially because intern other students are using the computers.


The first two are the most important for most students. For me and a few others, all three are equally important.