Introduction to Online Learning

Introduction to Online Learning

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  Online Learning HOW TOSUCCEED AS A STUDENT IN AN ONLINE COURSE
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  Introduction  The goalof this presentation is to help you understand…  What makes an effective online learning experience. or, restated…  What makes a student an effective learner in an online course.  The next few slides will explain some key differences between a classroom course and an online course.
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  Differences: Classroom andOnline Courses Classroom Online Rigid schedule Flexible schedule Teacher-centered learning Student-centered learning Lecture-driven Textbook-driven Verbal communication Written communication Less technology More technology These five differences help describe what will make you a successful online student…
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  Successful Online StudentTraits  Flexible  Self-motivated (you can make yourself do what must be done)  Self-directed (you do not need someone telling every task, step by step)  Willing to do lots of reading  Willing to communicate through writing  Comfortable with technology
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  How students learnin an online course ACTIVITY DETAILS TIME (hours) Read/Study Books, articles, videos 3-4 Assessments Quizzes/Exams 1 Forum Discussion 1 Papers/Presentations Research/writing 1-2 TOTAL 6-8
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  How is onlinecoursework graded?  Most assignments or tasks are graded.  When a course contains graded and non-graded assignments, the graded assignments are listed in the syllabus or marked in some other way.  The grading scale is the same for classroom and online courses.
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  What is theschedule for an online course?  Typically, an online course has a unit or module for each week of the course. Some, though, may divide larger units over multiple weeks.  Unless otherwise stated in the syllabus or assignment, all work must be completed by Sunday night at 11:55 p.m.  Some work can be done in advance, but the application will close assignments on their due date and not allow late submissions. (Hint: Keep a calendar of due dates!)
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  How will Ido research for assignments?  Course LibGuide  Online Library databases  Chadwick Library  Public or school libraries near you  Specific resources indicated by the instructor in course materials
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  What hints ortips help online learners?  Understand that online courses are not easier than classroom courses; they are more flexible and convenient. (Some believe OC courses are harder!)  Time-compressed online courses (i.e. 8-weeks) are intensive because they cover the same amount of material as a full semester course.  Prepare all written responses in MS Word or word processor where it can be saved and copied/pasted into assignment.  Start major assignments (i.e. term papers) early.  Make a schedule for working on your online course and keep it. Treat it like a meeting with yourself that you cannot miss.  Ask for help early. Don’t wait and fall behind. Your instructor and classmates are willing to help you.
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  Conclusion Your instructor, advisor,family, and friends care about your academic success. But no one cares more about it that you. You are the key to your own learning, especially in an online course. You will get out of any learning experience exactly what you invest in it. Online courses are excellent opportunities for flexible, self-directed learning if you are self-disciplined. Following the guidance in the presentation will go along way to making you the successful online learner you can be!