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How to maximize the flexibity and benefits
of elearning!
Learning Comprehension
Many people struggle to learn in a classroom setting. They
become distracted easily. They don't understand concepts when
they read about them or hear about them from an authority
figure like a teacher. Or they get bored when other students
don't understand what they already know.
Many bright students struggle in classroom settings. They
are experiential learners. If they are going to learn how
to play baseball, they have to get into the batting cage.
Classroom discussions on the theory of hitting a baseball
don't help them learn.
Good multimedia instruction is ideal for these students. They
arrive in the classroom expecting to fail. Then, they put
on their headphones and discover an entertaining world just
like they are used to on television. They surprise themselves,
because they are completely engaged in the learning process.
They are even more amazed when they discover they can be successful
learners. They are driving the process, and they feel like
they are using their own intuitive street smarts to pick up
the information.
Learning the Elearning way :
Map out your online learning goals. This will help
you understand more fully where you are, where you are going,
and why you want to get there. It sounds elementary, but it
is a very important step.
Assess your readiness. Maybe online learning is perfect for
you. Maybe it isn't. Be sure either way.
Analyze the resources a class will require and the availability
of those resources. How much time will the course take? What
kind of research materials are necessary? What is required
for class projects? Are there any software requirements above
and beyond the program's requirements?
Some other tips :
Some other tips that may help you take an online course effectively
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When you are copying and pasting in a document use "ctrl
c" to copy and "ctrl v" to paste. It's faster
than right clicking and selecting copy and paste.
Don't print everything out. It's just a waste of paper. Only
copy down important easy to remember points in a well organized
manner and keep it in a well remembered folder. The main reason
why we give you high level of interactiveness in our media
learning environment is to reduce the monotonous level of
teaching, which produces variety and excitement, hence better
level of attention and understanding.
If you think that by accessing the courses online is a hassle
to you, download it to your hard disk for offline access.
You can access it anywhere and anytime you want, at your own
pace and comfort.
Keep your files organized. Know exactly where you placed a
document by clearly defining the folders on your computer.
Never feel bad of going back and refer to previous chapters
/ courses for a better understanding.
Remember points of importance based on understanding, not
merely on memorization. Memorization is well known for its
very short period of lifespan. You want to maximize the knowledge
you're acquiring, and utilize it, not to simply remember it
to pass yourself through exams.
Time Management
In a normal classroom environment, do you :
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Have difficulty keeping up? |
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Efficiently use your free time to get ahead on assignments and readings? |
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Effectively schedule your time to maintain a balance in your life? |
If a student tends to put things off until the last minute, wastes time with unrelated tasks instead of concentrating on the task at hand, or lacks a reasonable ability to schedule time and stick to that schedule, online learning may prove to be a very difficult endeavor. But if you that student makes it a point to manage time wisely, and to communicate clearly and often, their online learning experiences will probably be more fruitful.
Communicating Online :
Never hesitate if you have any questions or problems during any stage of your course learning. Email us, contact us, visit the FAQ or you can even post in the forum.
Here are some suggestions for online communication :
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Develop a thick skin : Don't let constructive criticism get personal. |
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Open up : Don't be afraid to be a part of the discussion. |
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Write clearly : so there won't be any misunderstanding. |
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Communicate often : You'll probably get much more from online learning if you send frequent Emails and make frequent posts. |
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Don't write it down if you'll regret it late r: Email is permanent, don't say anything you'll be ashamed of later. |
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Be clear on whether you are writing a reply or a new thread : this helps keep the class organized and on track. |
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Answer Emails immediately : This is part common courtesy and part common sense. It also helps you schedule your time more effectively and keep up with assignments. |
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