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Is
Distance Learning Right for You?
Presentation College
wants all of its students to be successful and have a positive learning
experience. Taking courses online differs significantly from the experience of
traditional face-to-face instruction. Distance learning classes require new
ways of thinking and learning. This introduction explains issues you should
consider, and how you can take full advantage of this learning opportunity:
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Are
you comfortable working independently?
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Do
you feel comfortable requesting clarification when you need more information?
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Are
you confident using a computer?
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Can you use email, a word processor, and cut and paste content between programs?
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Do
you have experience using a web browser and navigating the Internet?
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Are
you comfortable learning from a text-based medium?
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Would
you be comfortable contacting your instructor by phone, fax or email if you
experience difficulty in the course?
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Are
you able to follow a syllabus, learn independently and meet the deadlines?
If you answered “yes” to most of the
questions, then distance learning may be the right option for you! If you
felt less confident in some areas, you may need to strengthen some of these
skills before attempting an on-line course. Check with your program
advisor for details on tutorial services that may be available for you.
Did you Know…….
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An
online course has a mandatory orientation?
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An
online course begins and ends with the other courses in the same semester?
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An online
course follows a schedule and has deadlines for tests and assignments?
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An
online course may require more time than the same course taken in the
classroom.
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A student needs to check his/her e-mail daily and work on the course
regularly?
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An
online course has minimum
hardware and software requirements?
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An
online course may require that you arrange for a proctor to administer tests and
exams?
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An
online course may not be right for you if you were not successful in the
classroom section of the same course?
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