Tips & Tricks for Succeeding Online

• Understand that online courses are NOT easier than classroom-based courses. In fact, they can be more difficult and more time consuming.
• Contact the instructor immediately if you do not understand any of the materials or are having technical difficulties.
• Practice time management. Set aside specific hours during the week to work on class assignments, discussion posting, exams, etc.
• Log on to your course at least 5-6 times a week. It is very easy to fall behind in an online class.
• Make sure your computer skills are up to the task of taking an online course.

Additional External Resources

• If you are unsure of your computer skills take this basic computer skills tutorial to brush up.
• Go to this site at the University of Illinois to find out more about what makes a successful online student.
• What every student should know about online learning from Kennesaw State University.
• Take this quiz to see if online learning is really for you.