Power Up! A Practical Student's Guide to Online Learning

by Poe, Catrina; Barrett, Stacey; Spagnola-Doyle, Carrie Sr

• ISBN13: 9780135029336
• ISBN10: 0135029333
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2009-01-01
• Publisher: Prentice Hall

Summary

Online students begin their academic careers like many students-with sheer excitement. Embarking on a dream and making an investment in themselves, they strive for success. While a variety of reasons draw them to online courses, these students may find the non-traditional classroom unexpectedly challenging. Technical skills, time management, and an understanding of personal learning preferences can often overwhelm first-time online students.

Table of Contents

Becoming an Online Learner	p. 1
Know Thyself: Self-Discovery for the Online Learner	p. 9
Motivation and Goal Setting: Overcoming Obstacles	p. 15
The Commitments of an Online Student: Managing Your Priorities	p. 23
The Online Classroom and Community	p. 31
Types of Online Classrooms	p. 37
Communicating Online: Who, What, When, How, and Why	p. 51
Working in the Online Classroom	p. 59
Thinking and Researching Online	p. 65
Strategies for Successful Online Learning	p. 77
Computer Concerns	p. 85
Creating the Ideal Personalized Study Environment	p. 93
Preparing for the First Day of Class	p. 101
Maintaining Your Online Success	p. 109
Financing Your Education	p. 115
Understanding the Importance of Accreditation	p. 117
References	p. 119
Index	p. 121
Study Signs	p. 125
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