Chapter 12
Developing Good Study Habits for Online Courses
IN THIS CHAPTER
Scheduling time to study
Surfing the Web with ease
Reading course materials efficiently
Using the virtual library
Studying offline
Many students taking an online class for the first time are not accustomed to the amount of self-discipline it takes to succeed. The most important habits you must establish when taking an online course are setting aside time to study and developing patterns of good studying behavior. In this chapter, we provide strategies for organizing and using your time wisely.
Setting Aside Time to Learn
When taking a face-to-face course, having class in a physical building on a specific day and time each week forces you to prioritize class time in your schedule. Friends and family understand why you’re unavailable to hang out, make dinner, or go to the movies.
Other than the occasional synchronous (real-time) session, in the online environment, you’re responsible for determining the days ...
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