Week 2 of the April Quarter 2014

Online Students are finishing up Module 1 this Saturday May 3rd at 10:59 pm. If you are a first time online student you have probably been a little stressed out trying to figure out this new platform of E-learning and fitting it into your life schedule. Don't worry it takes a couple Modules before things really start to feel normal, and you understand the weekly flow.

When doing anything new there is a learning curve. Usually students feel comfortable in week 2 of Module 2. This is normal so don't get frustrated at yourself and think you need to drop a class. Everyone can learn from an online environment -  most people set it in their mind they can't so they don't. Can't = Won't. Working through an online course proves your ability to work independently, follow instructions as they are giving to you, and these are qualities that every employer is looking for.

I didn't think I could be an online learner, so before I jumped into an entire online program for my Masters Degree I took an online class at Heald College. I am a visual person (artist) and a kinisthetic learner as well (those of you who took Success 100 will know what that is). I learned there are many types of learning styles needed for online. I figured out that I could be successful and the learning was actually more engaging than the classroom because everyone's voice is heard in disscussion threads. I learned I had more time to think through my assignments and it was not so stressfull because if I did a little each day it didn't seem overwhelming.

How are you attacking your online class? Share your thoughts in the comment section. Learning online is a skill that in today's world is very valuable. Don't set your mind in a single direction. Don't set your self up for failure by saying "I can't do this", or "this is too hard". Do and overcome what you never thought possible of yourself. It really feels great! But ask for help where you need it. Notice I didn't say if you need it but where you need it. We all need a little help now and again.

Everyone have a great quarter.
Cheryl