Module 4 - Becoming an Effective Online Learner

Have your map? Know where you're going? Check! Equipment in order? Got the tools you need? Check! But what about your skills? Let's sharpen some of those organization and study skills you'll need to be effective online. You're bound to learn something new that will help you make the grade! Module 4 is where the rubber meets the road. You have the background information to be successful online, but the tasks that lie ahead of you will require dedication and self-discipline. In this module, you will learn what it takes to be a good online student. If you pay attention to the information you are given here, you are bound to succeed! Watch, listen and learn! You'll be glad you did! This module has four videos. Don't miss any of them.

Learning Objectives

In this module you will:

Learn how to organize your space, your course materials and yourself
Learn tips and tricks for time management
Learn the importance of setting up a schedule that works for you
Learn the perils of procrastination
Learn how to communicate effectively online (asynchronously and synchronously)
Learn the difference between reading print and online texts
Learn strategies to stay focused when reading (and studying) online

Learning Activities

View the Organizing for Online Success video (10 min)
View the Online Study Skills and Time Management video (12 min)
View the Communications Skills for Online Learning video (13 min)
View the Online Reading Strategies video (9 min)

Learning Assessment

Complete the Effective Online Learner quiz
Complete the Feedback Survey