5 Tips For Taking Classes Online
Stuck taking online classes? Everyone has a different learning style and it is important to keep that in mind when taking classes online. Here are some tips from people who have been in your position before:
Stay Organized
Being at home instead of at a library or class can cause someone to spend less time studying or make it harder to stay on top of deadlines. Don’t let this happen to you! Buy a planner or calendar. If you can’t afford one, make your own in a notebook or use a free one on Google or Outlook. There are other mobile apps dedicated to planning and homework agendas as well.
Keep Track of Time
Procrastination is not your friend. Taking classes online is no exception. Homework, readings and essays can and will sneak up on you if you are not careful. Avoid this. Keep track of time by sticking to a schedule and making deadlines.
Ask For Help If You Need It
You may not be in person but your instructor is still here to help! Connect with them and find out how you can get help with any issues you are having or if you need help navigating the schools website. Your counselor can also help you navigate your classes and decide if maybe the course load you have this semester is something that you can handle. If you are experiencing any technical issues, contact technical support as soon as possible as it can take up to a few days for certain technical programs to be fixed.
Connect With Other Students
Maintaining a sense of community is important for academic success. Connecting with other students via social media or your schools website is key to ensuring you are on track with your progress. It can also help you build a study group for courses that are difficult. Also, more people means more resources. Other students may know of more ways to help you structure your online learning experience.
Take Things Seriously
Many first-time online class students make the mistake of not taking classes seriously because they are online. Do not let this happen to you! As stated earlier, stay on top of due dates and stick to a time schedule. Find ways to make yourself interested in your course work and connect with other students. Remember that these classes are part of your overall grade and require just as much maintenance if not more than traditional classes.
Visit these links to find out more about your learning style:
https://www.how-to-study.com/assessments/
http://www.educationplanner.org/students/self-assessments/learning-styles-quiz.shtml
https://personalitymax.com/learning-styles-test/
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