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“When I took my first online class I was very nervous. I thought I was
never going to be able to follow the directions and send my work
correctly. Now I can do it easily...” ~ Ana Z.
“I like the freedom of doing my classes when it is convenient for me and
my busy schedule. You can go to class in your pajamas and no make up!!!
~ Chrissie J.
All in all it was a good way to take the class. It may seem a little
different but once the semester got going I was able to understand it
better. ~ Robert C.
“Take one class or two classes first…and then take more classes if you
want. Each class is different and so is every teacher.” ~ Heike M.
I am the type of person that learns best by writing down what I read. I now have a computer file full
of assignments that I can pull information from for future use.” ~ Chrissie J.
“First you need to have a back up plan, some place to do your assignments if your computer fails.
Second…you need to have time set aside for your work. Third…the interaction with the instructors
through e-mails is the same as asking questions in a classroom. And finally it helps if you get to know
your online classmates; e-mail them often and you can get a lot of help from them. ~ Robert C.
“Schedule enough time each week to complete assignments by the due date. Allow for ups and downs of
personal life. Staying on task and organizing other activities and responsibilities are crucial to the
success of online courses.” ~ Chrissie J.
“The challenges are computer glitches and making an extra effort to e-mail instructors about questions
on an assignment… Even if you read the assignment don't wait until the last minute to begin typing your
assignment. “ ~Lucy D.
“My piece of advice to future students is not to give up. If you are having problems contact your
instructor, go to the tutor…or anyone else who can help. It is worth it and you will feel wonderful when
you have completed that first class.” ~ Mary P.
“…make sure you are organized. …know your way around the
computer. …realize there are lots of people to help you out.”
~Martha D.
“My advice for future students would be:
1. Take a good basic writing skills class.
2. Stay on task with assignments, don't fall behind.
3. Ask many questions to clarify if not sure. Don't be
shy.” ~ Sharron F.
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