Tips for Taking Online Classes
Remember that online learning is not easy. Your online teacher will demand at least the same quality of work as they would receive from you in a face-to-face classroom. A similar number of hours per week will need to be committed for an online course as there would be in a face-to-face course. (Most courses include 3 hours of in class work and at least 2 hours of homework for each hour in class for a total of 9 hours each week. An online course requires 9-15 hours of time each week to be successful).Good organization and time management skills are very important for online learning, as you will have to work independently much of the time.
Online Learning Tutorials
Below you will find a series of interactive multimedia tutorials that address the real challenges experienced by online students, new and experienced while pursuing success in online classes. Visit the following links to access these tutorials:
From: Online Readiness Modules for Students via the CCC Online Education page
More online learning readiness resources
- What it takes to be a successful online student [Video] – advice from online students at Mt. San Jacinto College
- 10 Traits of a successful online learner [Webpage]
- 10 Attributes of a successful online student [Infographic]
- 5 Tips to Succeed in an Online Course [Webpage]
- Are You Ready for an Online Class? [PDF Infographic]