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The allure of online classes is easy to understand. Study in your PJs, never be late for class, or hold down a nine-to-five job while going to school. You control when you do classwork and you control when you study. Unfortunately, it’s a lot harder to find motivation to study when you’re in an online class. You’ve got to change your methods. Here are some tips for studying for an online class.
- Review regularly.
We know you’ve heard this tip a thousand times, but how often do you actually do it? Never? It may be impossible for you to review every day, so make it a habit of reviewing every other day or every two days. The reason this is so essential in online classes is because you won’t have a live class to attend three times a week. You’re on your own, and you’ve got to keep the material fresh and active in your head. If you’re really struggling with the class, make the commitment to review every day. You don’t want to be faced with a huge cramfest right before a major exam. - Take neat notes.
It doesn’t matter if your handwriting is atrocious (you can type your notes instead). Your notes need to be orderly and aesthetically pleasing for you to want to study them. Be creative and use different colors or pictures. Make your notes inviting. - See if any of your online classmates live near you.
Reviewing with another person can do wonders in both motivating you and helping you remember certain information. If no one lives near you, start a review thread in your discussion board.
