Develop Self-Motivation Skills Before Starting Online Courses - Jordan Friedman, US News

For the most part, students in online degree and certificate programs are learning on their own. There’s no pressure to show up to a physical classroom filled with other students and an instructor, for example, and many online learners need to complete their coursework and attend live sessions around a full-time job and family obligations. Here are some ways online students can become self-motivated learners in their online education program. Prospective students should remember these tips to both aid them when completing their applications and understand what might be expected of them to succeed as they decide whether online learning is a good fit. http://www.usnews.com/education/online-education/articles/2016-07-25/develop-self-motivation-skills-before-starting-online-courses