group # 3 project revision 3

7/28/2019 Group # 3 Project Revision 3

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ONLINE LEARNING.Is it the right fit for you?

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WHAT IS ONLINE LEARNING ANYWA

Online learning is essentially a Non-traditional way of l

The course materials, information etc. are found online

The classroom can be held anywhere there is internet

Synchronized (at the same time) and asynchronized (adifferent times) communication


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HISTORY AND BACKGROUND

The idea of online learning became available almost as soon as personal computers were

Online learning has evolved over time

Originally educators only incorporated technology into their classrooms

Now students can earn full degrees solely online

Just like technology, online learning is continually changing and adapting to give the best

education possible

Online learning is persistently becoming increasingly popular among students everywhere


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PERSISTENTLY BECOMING MORE POP

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QUALITY ONLINE LEARNING HAS EVOLVED W

Interactive relationships between teachers and students

Online learning offers vast ways of communication between teachers and students like discussion boar

within the student online learning programs

A student centered approach

Students are able to work at their own pace and take the time they need to reflect on material before m

assignments

Proving student support

Students are persistently becoming more open-minded to the positive features that online learning offe

Availability of discussions with other students is very accessible through discussion boards and advanc

programs


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IT IS ALL ABOUT YOU!

http://www.taylor-edu.ca/seminary/student-in


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CONSIDER THE PROS AND CONSONLINE LEARNING...


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PROS TO ONLINELEARNING.

-Convenience

-Less Expensive

-Technology

-Additional Benefits


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No commuting or traveling time to a campu

Learn at your own pace

Ability to stay committed to other obligation

Study at your own convenience

Express yourself in writing rather than verb

Online discussions rather than instructor-le

Customized coursework with a clear syllab

Availability to choose curriculum no matter

Unlimited amount of time for reflection

Contribute to discussions most relevant to y

Guest speakers/experts/students from othe

Access to resources and information from a

Convenience:


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Less Expensive:

-No travel or fuel costs

-Less maintenance costs on vehicle

-Attend school around work schedules

-No campus housing costs


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Technology:

-Learn new technologies that may be useful in a

future career

-Practice using office software, Internet, etc.

-Complete coursework anywhere there is a

computer and internet access


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Additional Benefits:

-Equal participation among students

-Interaction with all students in online

class

-Diversity of classmates from all over

the world gives many perspectives


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ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

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CONS TO ONLINELEARNING.

-Limited Social

Interaction

-Technology Cost

and Scheduling


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Limited SocialInteraction:

-Limited interaction with professors and

other students

-Difficulty to develop relationships withother students

-No campus atmosphere interaction

-All communication in e-mail and chat-

rooms or discussion boards


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Technology Cost

and Scheduling:

-Cost of a reliable computer

-Cost of software programs

-Cost of Internet Service

-Learning new programs may prove

to be challenging to some students

-Individual discipline to set aside

adequate time for coursework


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SELF EVALUATION IS KEY IN DECIDIN

ONLINE LEARNING IS RIGHT FOR Y

-Identify your primary learning style(s) (listed below) by completing the SmarterMeasure

Assessment at http://www.montcalm.readi.info/and evaluate how this may impact your

overall learning experiences

Visual (spatial): The preference of using pictures, images, and spatial understanding.

Aural (auditory-musical):The preference of using sound and music.

Verbal (linguistic): The preference of using words, both in speech and writing.

Physical (kinesthetic): The reference of using your body, hands and sense of touch.

Logical (mathematical):The preference of using logic, reasoning and systems.

Social (interpersonal): The preference of learning in groups or with other people.

Solitary (intrapersonal): The preference to work alone and use self-study.

-Assess your strengths, weaknesses, needs, etc. when it comes to attaining your overall

learning goals

-Be responsible and be willing to ask questions

-Contribute to online discussions with other students and make and effort to identify andaccomplish what you need to do to seek successful completion of your choice of study

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CHARACTERISTICS FOR SUCCES

Self-motivation

Independent learner

Computer literate

Good time management skills

Willingness to learn

Effective readers and writers

Effective problem solvers

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TECHNICAL CONSIDERATIONS

Consider these elements

How comfortable are you with using a computer?

Do you know how to manage files: create, save, delete, move?

Can you upload files to your computer and email?

Do you know how to copy and past images and text?

Do you know how to install and run software programs? Do you have internet access regularly?

Do you have email?

Do you know how to send and receive emails and attachment files?


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THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN TAKINGONLINE CLASS:

Availability to adapt your learning styles

Time you have available for study

A quiet place with a computer

Always have a back-up internet source

Make lists and prioritize projects and duedates

Stay on top of your course sy

Know from the beginning the

contact your professor with a

Practice good time managem

Do not procrastinate

Take part in discussions


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ADDITIONAL TIPS FOR SUCCESS INONLINE CLASS

Participate

Be persistent

Share tips with other students

Think before you send

Convey your emotions

Dont use derogatory or inappropriate comments

Watch our for plagiarism and copyrights

Do some research on what online introductory classes your School of Choice ha


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REMEMBER EVERYONE IS

DIFFERENT WHEN IT COMETO LEARNING, BE SURE TO

CHOOSE THE RIGHT FIT FOYOU!


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BIBLIOGRAPHY

http://www.ies.ncsu.edu/successes/research-and-white-papers/pros-and-co

education

https://www.excelsior.edu/web/student-online-success-guide/online-learning

http://www.taylor-edu.ca/seminary/student-info/online-education

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