LEADER 05396oam 2200661I 450 001 9910789308203321 005 20170821203047.0 010 $a1-138-18047-5 010 $a1-315-72131-7 010 $a1-317-52162-5 024 7 $a10.4324/9781315721316 035 $a(CKB)3710000000019442 035 $a(EBL)1798342 035 $a(SSID)ssj0001141592 035 $a(PQKBManifestationID)12461326 035 $a(PQKBTitleCode)TC0001141592 035 $a(PQKBWorkID)11091331 035 $a(PQKB)11123381 035 $a(OCoLC)897455584 035 $a(MiAaPQ)EBC1798342 035 $a(EXLCZ)993710000000019442 100 $a20180706e20152013 uy 0 101 0 $aeng 135 $aur|n|---||||| 181 $ctxt 182 $cc 183 $acr 200 10$aSuccess as an online student $estrategies for effective learning /$fKevin J. Fandl, Jamie D. Smith 210 1$aLondon ;$aNew York :$cRoutledge,$d2015. 215 $a1 online resource (160 p.) 300 $aFirst published 2013 by Anderson Publishing. 311 $a1-322-16400-2 311 $a1-4557-7632-7 320 $aIncludes bibliographical references. 327 $aCover; Half Title; Dedication; Title; Copyright; CONTENTS; Preface; About the Authors; Introduction; SECTION ONE: CONSIDERING ONLINE EDUCATION; Chapter 1 Choosing an Online School and Program; 1.1 Introduction; 1.2 Selecting a School; 1.3 Some Distinctions Between Online Programs; 1.4 Choosing the Right Program; 1.5 Choosing the Best Degree; 1.6 Quality of the School; 1.7 Accreditation; 1.8 Conclusion; 1.9 Concluding Thoughts; Chapter 2 What to Expect in an Online Class and How to Prepare; 2.1 Introduction; 2.2 Navigating the Classroom; 2.3 Organization; 2.4 Syllabus; 2.5 Meet Your Professor 327 $a2.6 Class Introductions2.7 Open Discussion Area; 2.8 Questions for the Professor; 2.9 Discussion Boards; 2.10 Class Policies; 2.11 Lectures; 2.12 Announcements; 2.13 E-mail or Messages; 2.14 Assignments; 2.15 Tests and Quizzes; 2.16 Additional or Supplemental Material; 2.17 Concluding Thoughts; Chapter 3 What You Will Miss and How to Make Up for it; 3.1 Introduction; 3.2 Access to Professors; 3.3 Lectures; 3.4 Class Discussion; 3.5 Library; 3.6 Study Groups; 3.7 Friends; 3.8 Student Organizations; 3.9 Concluding Thoughts; SECTION TWO: STRATEGIES FOR SUCCESS IN ONLINE EDUCATION 327 $aChapter 4 Forming Good Habits to Reduce Stress, Find a Work-Life Balance, and Succeed in School4.1 Introduction; 4.2 Getting Organized; 4.3 Creating Manageable Goals; 4.4 Managing Your Inbox Clutter; 4.5 Creating a Study Kit; 4.6 Preparing for the Worst-Case Scenario; 4.7 Always Review Feedback; 4.8 Avoiding Burnout; 4.9 Reward Yourself; 4.10 Schedule Downtime; 4.11 Do Not Multitask; 4.12 Concluding Thoughts; Chapter 5 Managing Your Time Effectively; 5.1 Introduction; 5.2 Section 1: Mornings; 5.3 Section 2: Lunch Time; 5.4 Section 3: After Work; 5.5 Concluding Thoughts 327 $aChapter 6 How to Approach Classwork to Maximize Your Chances of Success6.1 Introduction; 6.2 Study Groups; 6.3 Studying for Tests; 6.4 Reviewing Material Method (Flashcards/Recording); 6.5 Writing Good Discussion Board Posts; 6.6 Writing Good Papers; 6.7 Concluding Thoughts; Chapter 7 Effective Research Techniques in Online Education; 7.1 Introduction; 7.2 Leveraging Local Resources; 7.3 Leveraging Online Resources; 7.4 Accessing Professional Online Resources; 7.5 Selecting the Correct Sources to Include; 7.6 Integrating Sources into Your Assignments; 7.7 Tips for Effective Research 327 $a7.8 Concluding ThoughtsChapter 8 Writing for Success; 8.1 Introduction; 8.2 Avoid Plagiarism and Self-Plagiarism; 8.3 Prewriting Steps; 8.4 Understand the Requirements; 8.5 Know Your Goal; 8.6 Stages of Writing; 8.7 Drafting; 8.8 Revising; 8.9 Editing; 8.10 Writing Tips; 8.11 Concluding Thoughts; Chapter 9 Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them; 9.1 Introduction; 9.2 I Just Started School and I Don't Know What I'm Doing; 9.3 My Class Just Started and I am Already Lost; 9.4 I Keep Losing Points on My Assignments and I Don't Know Why 327 $a9.5 I Can't Think of Anything to Write in Response to the Discussion Question 330 $aThis book is a practical guide for any student considering enrollment in, currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an online course. The authors, both with substantial online teaching and learning experience as well as seasoned professionals, deliver concise guidance to make the online learning journey enjoyable, productive, and most of all, worthwhile. Major topics include how to identify the best online program; comparing online with traditional education programs; finding an ideal work-life balance; managing time and staying organized; how to form good habits to maximize your chanc 606 $aWeb-based instruction 606 $aInternet in education 606 $aComputer-assisted instruction 615 0$aWeb-based instruction. 615 0$aInternet in education. 615 0$aComputer-assisted instruction. 676 $a371.33/44678 676 $a371.3344678 700 $aFandl$b Kevin J.$01563085 701 $aSmith$b Jamie D$01563086 801 0$bMiAaPQ 801 1$bMiAaPQ 801 2$bMiAaPQ 906 $aBOOK 912 $a9910789308203321 996 $aSuccess as an online student$93831229 997 $aUNINA