Academic Success in Online Programs : A Resource for College Students

• Autore: Stephen Jacqueline S
• Pubblicazione: Springer Nature (Textbooks & Major Reference Works), 2024; Cham : , : Springer, , 2024; ©2024
• Edizione: 1st ed.
• Descrizione fisica: 1 online resource (262 pages)
• Nota di contenuto: Intro -- Preface -- Contents -- About the Author -- 1 Choosing a Program of Study and Modality -- 1.1 Learning Objectives -- 1.2 Introduction -- 1.3 Program Delivery Modalities -- 1.3.1 Asynchronous and Synchronous Courses -- 1.3.2 Blended and Hybrid Courses -- 1.3.3 Emerging Course Delivery Modalities -- 1.4 Choosing a Program or Course Modality -- 1.5 Choosing a Major -- 1.6 Alignment Between Major and Career Path -- 1.7 Choosing a College or University -- 1.7.1 Program Quality and Accreditation -- 1.7.2 Resources and Services for Online Students -- 1.7.3 Admission and Enrollment Process -- 1.8 Readiness for Online Learning -- 1.9 Summary -- 1.10 Terms to Know -- 1.11 Discussion Questions -- 1.12 Exercises -- References -- 2 Understanding the Online Learning Environment -- 2.1 Learning Objectives -- 2.2 Introduction -- 2.3 Evolution of Online Education -- 2.4 The Online Learning Classroom -- 2.4.1 Differences in Online Learning Classroom Environments -- 2.5 The Course Syllabus -- 2.5.1 Course and Instructor Information -- 2.5.2 Course Modality, Course Materials, and Course Schedule -- 2.5.3 Direct Instruction, Methods of Instruction, and Coursework Schedule -- 2.5.4 Online Course Policies and Procedures -- 2.5.5 Resources and Support Systems for Online Students -- 2.5.6 Roles and Responsibilities of Instructors and Students -- 2.5.7 Technology Requirements -- 2.6 Technical and Digital Literacy Skills -- 2.7 Summary -- 2.8 Terms to Know -- 2.9 Discussion Questions -- 2.10 Exercises -- References -- 3 Academic Persistence in an Online Course or Program -- 3.1 Learning Objectives -- 3.2 Introduction -- 3.3 Academic Persistence in Online Higher Education -- 3.4 Student Attrition and Retention in Online Courses and Programs -- 3.5 Factors Associated with Online Student Persistence -- 3.6 Contemporary Persistence Model -- 3.6.1 Prior to Admission. ; 3.6.2 During Admission -- 3.6.3 After Admission Prerequisite Student Skills and Behaviors -- 3.6.4 After Admission Institutional/College/Program Level Internal Factors -- 3.6.5 After Admission Course Level Internal Factors -- 3.6.6 After Admission External Factors -- 3.7 Addressing Barriers to Academic Persistence -- 3.7.1 Prior to Admission -- 3.7.2 During Admission -- 3.7.3 After Admission Prerequisite Student Skills and Behaviors -- 3.7.4 After Admission Institutional/College/Program Level Internal Factors -- 3.7.5 After Admission Course Level Internal Factors -- 3.7.6 After Admission External Factors -- 3.8 Summary -- 3.9 Terms to Know -- 3.10 Discussion Questions -- 3.11 Exercises -- References -- 4 Identifying Support Systems and Resources -- 4.1 Learning Objectives -- 4.2 Introduction -- 4.3 Student Support Services in Higher Education -- 4.4 Support Services and Resources for Online Students -- 4.4.1 Services for Online Students -- 4.4.2 Resources for Online Students -- 4.4.3 Additional Support Systems and Resources -- 4.5 Maximizing the Use of Support Systems and Resources -- 4.6 Summary -- 4.7 Terms to Know -- 4.8 Discussion Questions -- 4.9 Exercises -- References -- 5 Student Competencies for Online Learning -- 5.1 Learning Objectives -- 5.2 Introduction -- 5.3 Readiness Domains of College-Level Learning -- 5.3.1 Student Motivation as a Readiness Domain for College-Level Learning -- 5.3.2 Student Academic Skills as a Readiness Domain for College-Level Learning -- 5.3.3 Social Engagement Skills as a Readiness Domain for College-Level Learning -- 5.4 Competencies for Online Learning -- 5.5 Developing Key Competencies -- 5.6 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Literacy: An Emerging Competency for Learners -- 5.7 Addressing Gaps in Key Competencies -- 5.8 Misconceptions of Online Learning -- 5.9 Summary -- 5.10 Terms to Know. ; 5.11 Discussion Questions -- 5.12 Exercises -- References -- 6 Academic and Social Integration -- 6.1 Learning Objectives -- 6.2 Introduction -- 6.3 Student Integration in Higher Education -- 6.4 Student Integration in Face-to-Face College or University Settings -- 6.5 Common Types of Student Integration in Higher Education -- 6.6 Academic and Social Integration -- 6.7 Benefits of Social Integration -- 6.8 Benefits of Academic Integration -- 6.9 Academic and Social Integration of Online Students -- 6.10 Academic and Social Integration Strategies for Online Students -- 6.11 Summary -- 6.12 Terms to Know -- 6.13 Discussion Questions -- 6.14 Exercises -- References -- 7 Study Skills and Strategies -- 7.1 Learning Objectives -- 7.2 Introduction -- 7.3 Study Skills and Habits for College-Level Learning -- 7.4 Study Skills that Maximize Learning -- 7.5 Study Habits that Maximize Learning -- 7.6 Learning Preference and Study Skills -- 7.7 Study Skills and Strategies for Online Learners -- 7.8 Student Development of Study Skills and Study Habits -- 7.9 Summary -- 7.10 Terms to Know -- 7.11 Discussion Questions -- 7.12 Exercises -- References -- 8 Skills and Strategies for Research and Reading -- 8.1 Learning Objectives -- 8.2 Introduction -- 8.3 Academic Research and Reading -- 8.4 Forms of Literature and College-Level Reading Materials -- 8.5 Types of Research -- 8.6 Research Strategies -- 8.7 Academic Reading Strategies -- 8.8 Summary -- 8.9 Terms to Know -- 8.10 Discussion Questions -- 8.11 Exercises -- References -- 9 Skills and Strategies for Effective Writing -- 9.1 Learning Objectives -- 9.2 Introduction -- 9.3 Understanding College-Level Writing Competencies -- 9.4 Types of Academic Writing Assignments -- 9.5 Components of the Writing Process -- 9.6 Styles of Writing and Formatting -- 9.7 Technology Tools for Writing -- 9.8 Academic Integrity. ; 9.9 Strategies and Tips for Developing or Enhancing Writing Skills -- 9.10 Summary -- 9.11 Terms to Know -- 9.12 Discussion Questions -- 9.13 Exercises -- References -- 10 Skills and Strategies for Critical Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning -- 10.1 Learning Objectives -- 10.2 Introduction -- 10.3 From Thinking to Critical Thinking -- 10.4 Implications of Critical Thinking -- 10.5 Barriers and Challenges to Critical Thinking -- 10.6 Intersection Between Critical Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning -- 10.7 Strategies for Enhancing Critical Thinking and Quantitative Reasoning Skills -- 10.8 Summary -- 10.9 Terms to Know -- 10.10 Discussion Questions -- 10.11 Exercises -- References -- 11 Skills and Strategies for Communication -- 11.1 Learning Objectives -- 11.2 Introduction -- 11.3 Importance of Communication Skills in Academic Settings -- 11.4 Types of Communication -- 11.5 Emotional Intelligence and Communication -- 11.6 Communication Skills for Academic Presentations -- 11.7 Communication Skills for Collaborative Group Work -- 11.8 Best Practices for Effective Communication in Online Learning Environments -- 11.9 Strategies for Strengthening Emotional Intelligence -- 11.10 Summary -- 11.11 Terms to Know -- 11.12 Discussion Questions -- 11.13 Exercises -- References -- 12 Mindfulness, Self-Care, and Stress Management -- 12.1 Learning Objectives -- 12.2 Introduction -- 12.3 Mindfulness and Academic Success -- 12.4 Self-Care and Academic Success -- 12.5 Sources of Academic Stress and Anxiety -- 12.6 Seeking Guidance and Help -- 12.7 Summary -- 12.8 Terms to Know -- 12.9 Discussion Questions -- 12.10 Exercises -- References -- 13 Financial Literacy -- 13.1 Learning Objectives -- 13.2 Introduction -- 13.3 Impact of Financial Literacy on Student Success -- 13.4 Understanding Financial Concepts -- 13.5 Sources of Funding for Education. ; 13.6 Practicing Financial Self-Care -- 13.7 Sources of Funding and Financial Planning Resources -- 13.7.1 Finding Scholarships and Grants -- 13.7.2 Free Online Self-Paced Financial Literacy Courses -- 13.8 Summary -- 13.9 Terms to Know -- 13.10 Discussion Questions -- 13.11 Exercises -- References -- 14 Career Planning, Professional Development, and Lifelong Learning -- 14.1 Learning Objectives -- 14.2 Introduction -- 14.3 Career Planning -- 14.4 Professional Development and Lifelong Learning -- 14.5 Strategies for Career Readiness and Preparation -- 14.6 Recommended Practices: From College to Career and Beyond -- 14.7 Summary -- 14.8 Terms to Know -- 14.9 Discussion Questions -- 14.10 Exercises -- References -- Appendix A Setting Goals -- Appendix B SWOB Analysis -- Appendix C Support Services and Resources -- Appendix D Time Tracker -- Appendix E Coursework Plan -- Appendix F Advisement Meeting -- Appendix G Consultation with a Librarian -- Appendix H Discipline-Based Research Publications -- Appendix I Using Evidence to Understand Different Perspectives -- Appendix J Evaluating Sources of News -- Appendix K Applying Effective Communication Skills to Emails -- Appendix L Mindfulness Through Awareness of Feelings -- Appendix M Pillars of Self-Care -- Appendix N Career Exploration Interview -- Appendix O Job Shadowing Experience -- Appendix P Career Plan -- Index.
• Titolo autorizzato: Academic Success in Online Programs
• ISBN: 3-031-54439-0
• Formato: Materiale a stampa
• Livello bibliografico: Monografia
• Lingua di pubblicazione: Inglese
• Record Nr.: 9910853992503321
• Lo trovi qui: Univ. Federico II
• Serie: Springer Texts in Education Series