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How do i make it with my online distance education class?


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Joined: Mar 21, 2008
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Posted Nov 21, 2008 at 11:14:39 AM
Subject: How do i make it with my online distance education class?

I just started school online, after being out of college for 4 years and I'm finding it so hard to focus and stay motivated to complete my classes. Any tips or suggestions you can give me? I've already committed so much money i don't want to drop off.
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William_jase
Joined Nov 24, 2008
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Posted: Nov 24, 2008 12:22:19 AM

I understand how that must feel. Distance learning requires alot of commitment, motivation, time management and staying connected with your classmates and instructors if you have to succeed. You also must set aside some time of the day where you tune your mind to actually do your class work, a quiet place in the house. Also don't forget to reward yourself after every achievement.

Get more tips and strategies for success with online distance education degree.
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PPConsultant
Joined May 10, 2009
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Posted: May 10, 2009 9:04:50 PM

Distance Education is by any means a "a skip in the park". Its probably even more demanding than a traditional educational setting. Distance learning takes more self-discipline, focus, and interest than your traditional learning environment. My advice to you is to embrace each lesson, reading assignment, and new concepts in learning. Make a plan or document assignment dates and refer to it 3 to 4 times a week.

Distance Learning has a higher dropout rate than traditional universities, simply because people cannot focus or go so long without posting assignments that they actually forget they're in school!!!!

I know because I am a Master's graduate learner at Capella University. Feel free to email me if you have additional questions about staying focus! Since it's been November of 2008 since u asked this question, I hope you have progressed!

Jayna Butler Founder & Consultant Career & Educational Advising Purpose & Planning Life and Educational Consulting http://www.purposeandplan.org http://purposeandplan.blogspot.com

Career Development & Academic Success: Discover your purpose and design your own plan.

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BLamont
Joined Jun 26, 2009
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Posted: Jun 26, 2009 4:08:19 PM

There a variety of online degrees that are available that can make it easier for those with LDs to focus on class.

It is true that distance learning does use more concentration and requires more dedication to complete it, but the end results are well worth it. Distance learning also allows you to learn at your own pace which is really important if the rest of the class tends to speed ahead, as in some traditional classrooms.

keep ya head up

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Lorie
Joined Oct 12, 2009
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Posted: Oct 12, 2009 1:32:07 AM

Here are some tips & strategies for Success with an Online Degree Program:
1. Select the Right Online Distance Education School
2. Choose the Right Online Degree Program
3. Utilize Credit Transfers
4. Exercise Discipline, Determination & Time Management
5. Make Advance Preparations
6. Get to Know Your Instructor and Your Classmates

Hope it helps. Have a great day.
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