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Online Study Skills

Tips and tricks to be successful in your online course.

Online courses provide the same level of education as a typical face-to-face course but with the added flexibility to participate from any location rather than being tied to an in-person schedule. This is a great option for students with busy schedules and others who are trying to fit in another class that clashes with another class meeting time.

What to expect

Students will have just as much reading, homework, and class participation as in a traditional face-to-face class. 

Students will need to treat online classes with the same amount or even more discipline than they would a 'normal' class.

Common Misconceptions

Students often make the mistake of thinking that online classes will be easier than face-to-face classes. Both methods of instruction require the same amount of work, but online courses have the added challenge of being self-motivated. Unlike face-to-face classes, students must rely on their self-motivation rather than class meeting times, encouraging them to stay on task.