| There is a common myth that online courses are | | | | work. When you are studying, you should be in a quiet |
| easier than traditional, classroom courses. This is not | | | | location. If you are working on your computer, only |
| the case, however. There are many distractions that | | | | have your school site up. Stay away from the social |
| you may encounter with distance learning. Listed below | | | | networking sites! |
| are 3 study habits to help you succeed in online | | | | 3. Get a study partner. This is one thing most online |
| learning. | | | | students fail to do. You will likely have 10 to 15 other |
| 1. Keep yourself organized. Often many students will | | | | students in your class. Reach out to the other students |
| develop an "I can do it tomorrow" attitude. Create a | | | | if you have questions. Developing this type of network |
| calendar with a schedule or timetable that works with | | | | will give you plenty of opportunities to get the help you |
| your family and work commitments. Schedule time | | | | need. |
| when you are at your desk studying. If you are not | | | | Distance learning is great for busy adults. Just |
| organized, it will be extremely easy to fall behind in | | | | remember that online learning will require you to be |
| your course. | | | | more focused and driven. It is important to learn how |
| 2. Do not try to multitask when doing your homework. | | | | to manage your distractions. By doing this, you can |
| Many busy students will try to get some study time in | | | | have a rewarding online educational experience. |
| while cooking dinner or helping the kids with their school | | | | |