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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
5 Tips From Successful Online Students - Edudemic
In the age of MOOCs, degrees which give you the option to take some classes ‘distance’, and other programs that are all-online, many people are considering the pros and cons of taking classes on the internet. If you’ve never taken a class online before, the concept might seem too good to be true – no worrying about getting to class on time, being called on to speak about a topic you’re not really comfortable with, or sitting in an uncomfortable chair for way too long. You might imagine sitting in your comfiest chair, relaxing your class time away at a time that is completely convenient for you. But as with any fantasy, reality is hiding just behind the corner, and it’s important to take a good look before you jump right in. So if you’re up in the air about it, take a page from some folks who have been successful in their online classes. Here is a short list of tips to get you thinking about if online learning is right for you.
http://edudemic.com/2012/10/5-tips-from-successful-online-students/