Suggestions for Online College and University Students
March 30, 2009 by Michael Woods
Filed under Online Colleges
Balancing the demands of work, family, and the pursuit of a college degree can be pretty difficult. But, like many other adults have done, you can earn an online or traditional degree if you really want one. Here is how.
1. Plan a regular routine of study after taking into account all of your obligations. Never study fewer hours than you have scheduled and never skip a scheduled study session. No exceptions.
2. Make a “to do” list of your assignments, putting the most important first. Then, complete them in order. When in doubt, schedule your most difficult assignments first.
3. Be certain the area in which you choose to study is neat, comfortable, and well lighted.
4. Build study breaks into your schedule. And, walk away for a few minutes if you become frustrated or discouraged by a particularly challenging assignment (especially a long, difficult reading assignment). A quick break can do wonders.
5. Be certain that the important people in your life are aware of your commitment to earn a degree. It is important that they support and encourage you, and that they leave you alone when you need to study.
6. Be sure that you take an appropriate academic load; don’t be in too much of a hurry. The biggest enemy of online degree and traditional students is the temptation to carry a heavier academic load than they should so they can earn a degree more quickly.
The above tips, and the proper motivation, can help you earn the degree you seek. Good luck.