Online learning is the newest and most popular form of distance education today that takes place over the internet. It has had a major impact on education. It is often referred as e-learning. Instructors design and deliver their courses within a flexible framework that includes a number of different tools to enable learning and communication to occur easily.

1. Treat an online class like a “real” class.
2. Hold yourself accountable
3. Practice time management.
4. Create a regular study space and stay organized.
5. Eliminate distractions.
6. Figure out How You Learn Best.
7. Actively participate.
8. Leverage your network.

Many students report learning more in online classes than in traditional classes and they find the online learning experience more rewarding. Before you enroll in an online class, consider the following.

People who learn effectively in an online setting are:

• Self-motivated and willing to accept responsibility for their own learning

• Self-disciplined, able to budget their time effectively and willing to stick to deadlines

• Comfortable with technology, especially web-based and internet technologies

• Willing to accept the challenge of being an independent learner

• Willing to take the initiative and contact their instructor when they have questions or concerns regarding the course

• Able to communicate well in writing,

• Aware that the flexibility inherent in many online courses does not mean the course will be easy.

We have assembled a wonderful team of highly qualified, experienced and credentialed instructors, who will be there to support you in your journey.

Once a student has logged in, they can access lectures, emails, assignments, readings, documents, videos, links, discussion boards, their advisor and the assignment.

One of the keys to being a successful online student is self-discipline. Because you are not required to be in class at a specific time you have to be motivated to get the work done on your own.

If you don’t understand an anything it is important to ask questions for clarification so you don’t fall behind. Instructors will always be available to help you through your journey.

Phone call is a good way to cooperate with teachers and keep informed about your child's progress. We will discuss child's progress at appropriate times and means of contact with the parent.

For parents and teachers, this is a chance to talk one-on-one about the student. The parent-teacher conference is a good opportunity to launch a partnership between parent and teacher that will function during the school year.

No. You will have deadlines by which to post your work, but when you complete that work is up to you. You should try to do your work on a daily basis so as to avoid being overburdened at the end of each unit.

Some of the main benefits of online learning include:

• Convenience: 24/7 access from any online computer; accommodates busy schedules.

• Enhanced Learning: Research shows increased depth of understanding and retention of course content; more meaningful discussions; emphasis on writing skills, technology skills, and life skills like time management, independence, and self-discipline.

• Leveling of the Playing Field: Students can take more time to think and reflect before communicating; shy students tend to thrive online; anonymity of the online environment.

• Interaction: Increased student-to-teacher and student-to-student interaction and discussion; a more student-centered learning environment; less passive listening and more active learning; a greater sense of connectedness, synergy.

• Innovative Teaching: Student-centered approaches; increased variety and creativity of learning activities; address different learning styles; changes and improvements can translate as well.

• Improved Administration: Time to examine student work more thoroughly; ability to document and record online interactions; ability to manage grading online.

• Satisfaction: Increased student satisfaction = higher retention and fewer repeats.