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Article Series: Online Degrees
Is An Online
Degree Program For Me?
The
Challenge of Becoming an Online Student
Becoming a student online can be quite different
than becoming a traditional student, and yet it has many similarities.
Here are some of the ins and outs to help you determine if
you are up to the challenge.
You
need to have good computer skills. You do not need to
have an advanced technical degree. You are able to read and
write online. You are familiar with basic computer terms and
usage. You are comfortable using the Internet, email, and chat
rooms. You have access to a computer and the Internet, or are
able to get one once accepted, as well as the software necessary
to run the programs from your school. It is helpful to know
basic trouble shooting as well. You will need your own email
address. You will need to know how to use a word processing
program, save and retrieve files, and use spell check. On the
Internet you will need to know how to create bookmarks, download
files, and use search engines.
You
have good time management. You are not a procrastinator
who waits until the last minute to get projects done. You are
able to set aside study time each day to complete assignments.
You can pace yourself and avoid distractions from everyday
life when studying. You do not need ringing bells and set class
times to set the pace of your day.
You
are very organized. You must be able to keep track of
class materials, assignments and due dates. You are not easily
distracted by outside influences. You are good at multi-tasking.
You are able to find references and project materials when
you need them.
You
prefer working from the comfort of your home or other location. You like to travel around frequently. You do not
need to have a set place to go for learning and study. You
are willing to go to the campus on occasion if needed for projects
and/or exams.
You
are a self-motivator and your own pep squad. You know
what you want and how to get there. You are able to set goals
for yourself and accomplish them easily. You do not need to
have someone there holding your hand and guiding you along
the entire way. You work better under your own direction and
do not need someone else to assign you goals or map your route.
You
are a goal-setter. You know what you want. Now is not
the time to be see-sawing back and forth on ideas. That will
only end up wasting your time and money and frustrate you in
the long run. Dream big, and look for ways to realize your
goals.
You
must be comfortable with working with your professor one
on one. You handle constructive criticism easily. You are comfortable
with communicating via email or chat and to ask the questions
you need answered to get the job doing. You are willing to
deal with delays in getting your answers and do not get frustrated
easily.
You
are not put off by long hours of reading. Coursework might
come in book form via the regular mail or in some form of online
media. Either way, a lot of reading and study will be involved.
Reading and writing should come easily to you.
You
have to have time. Contrary to popular belief, there is
still going to be a lot of work involved to get your degree
online. You should plan for a minimum of 15 hours a week for
each course that you are taking.
You
are not intimidated by college entrance exams. Even though
you might never set foot on the college campus, online courses
are often run by traditional schools and have the same accreditations.
Often the same rules for applying will be in effect.
You must be able to find something that you enjoy
and are happy doing. While attending college is a lot of work, if you
do not enjoy the topic that you are studying you will be miserable.
Now you have some of the basic ideas of what it takes to be
an online student. You should have a better understanding if
this is a choice for you to pursue. If this sounds like you,
now is the time to take action and pursue that degree of your
choice!
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by SolveYourProblem.com
: 2007
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