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Important Qualities You Will Need When Pursuing An Online Education

By Exforsys | on June 24, 2006 |
Online Education

Important Qualities You Will Need When Pursuing An Online Education

Before you begin taking online classes, it is important to make sure it is good for you. While getting an degree online can be excellent for many people, it may not be the best option for everyone. Some people have personalities which allows them to thrive in online environments, while others function better in a traditional classroom setting.

Those who successfully earn their online degrees have a number of common characteristics. If you want to be earn a degree online, you will need to have these attributes, even if you have to develop them.

People who are successful at earning their online degree will not need people looking over their shoulders. These individuals tend to be self motivated, and don’t need the personal attention of an instructor. It is important to set your own goals. When you are trying to pursue an online education, your teachers will not be able to micro-manage you. You must be able to complete assignments without their encouragement. The only thing you can expect from online instructors is that they will give you assignments and grade your work. If you are going to succeed at an online college, you must not procrastinate.

Waiting until the last minute to work on homework or assignments will cause you to fail your classes. Getting an offline degree will be difficult if you procrastinate, but earning it online will be next to impossible. While instructors in traditional classroom settings may remind students of deadlines, online instructors may not. It is up to you to make sure your tasks are completed on time. Those who are successful in online classes appreciate the flexibility and freedom they have, but are careful not to abuse it. They understand that assignments must be completed on time, and failing to complete their assignments on time can increase the time it takes them to earn their degree.

Those who are successful at online colleges also have excellent reading comprehension. In a traditional college or university, students can learn information through lectures which are given by their instructors. Online, you may find yourself having to read through a lot of material. To succeed online, you will need to be able to read at a college level without the assistance of a instructor. It should also be noted that a number of online colleges are now offering audio and video presentations to their students. It is also important to be able to ignore distractions. If you are at home, this can be very difficult.

Your phone may be constantly ringing, the television may be on, or you may have children to attend to. These distractions can lead to you failing your classes if you don’t manage them correctly. Ignoring them or simply finding a place which is quiet is a great solution that will allow you to concentrate. When the phone rings, you can ignore it. If you have children, find someone you trust who can care for them. It may also be a good idea to turn off the television and leave it off. The last important characteristic of those who succed with online classes is the ability to handle not being in a social environment.

If you are the type of person who thrives when you are surrounded by people, an online college may not be good for you. If you are an individual who is shy, or likes to keep to themselves, online colleges may be a perfect option. If you are a social person who enjoys being around people, but you still want to attend an online college, you may need to find an extracurricular activity which allows you to socialize with others. Pursuing an online degree will require you to be comfortable using forums, bulletin boards, and email.

The qualities listed in this article are things you will need to have in order to earn your online degree. You should be honest with yourself to decide if you have these qualities. If you don’t have them, you should decide if they are something you want to develop. If the answer to this question is no, you may want to consider attending a traditional college. There is nothing wrong with this. Some people are simply not suited to earn their degree from home.

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