In the information age that we currently live in, we have grown so accustomed to having access to information at the click of a button. It is therefore only natural that more and more people are beginning to embrace the idea of online learning as a way of achieving their educational goals. The questions below may be able to assist you in deciding whether or not you would truly benefit and achieve success in online learning:-
1) Are you a disciplined person?
All of us would like to think we are disciplined to some degree. The problem is that when you are not in a classroom environment but instead, studying from a computer, you need to have a little more than some small degree of discipline. You need to be able to meet deadlines, take tests and hold yourself responsible for passing the course. There is no one to blame but yourself if you do not manage your time properly and end up failing your online classes.
2) What is the method of learning that is best suited to you?
We all have different methods of learning which enables us to absorb and retain information better than others. Online courses are reading intensive and may not suit everyone. In this case, you may need to find an alternative learning method or seek the advise of the course instructor before deciding to pursue an online course.
3) Do you have a true desire to be successful?
The answer to this question is crucial in determining whether or not online learning is the best choice for you. There are many paths you can take in order to achieve the level of education you desire. Online learning, more than any others, is easy to give up on. If you are not determined to finish the assignments and study the notes that are given to you then you really do not need to waste your time or the instructor's time by continually making up excuses. Eventhough online courses are largely self-paced, you do have a limited amount of time in which to study the material and complete your assignments before you need to move on. The online instructor's responsibility is to provide you with all the necessary information required but you are responsible for how that information is utilized to achieve the results you desire. Whether you are a university student or someone who is returning to school after a long absence, online learning can open new doors of opportunity for your learning pleasure as there are many interesting courses that are currently being offered.
Deepa Singh
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