Understanding Course Objectives and Requirements
Posted by Phyllis Stith on August 3rd, 2008
The online classroom can be intimidating to students who are not confident about course expectations. However, this type of learning environment has the ability to provide substantial educational benefits for students that are focused and committed to achieving progressive academic goals. Thus, students will enjoy learner success if the following measures are taken into consideration.
Understanding Course Expectations
Online instructors are required to develop courses that have outlined objectives posted in a clear and concise manner. As a result, students should thoroughly review course syllabi and corresponding material at the beginning of the course because important criteria that pertains to course expectations can be found in this information. In addition, online classes are structured in such a manner that students are involved in learning activities that are self-directed. For this reason, students are free to engage in learning processes at their own pace. However, students should be aware that they are expected to keep up with scheduled readings and assignments and must employ self assessments to ensure adequate comprehension of the learning material that has been presented. Thus, students are encouraged to keep an open line of communication with the instructor so that learning deficiencies can be quickly identified and improved upon.
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