What Does It Take to Succeed in an Internet-Based College Course?

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English Composition II 5 December 2013 What Does It Take To Succeed In An Internet-Based College Course? Is it possible to succeed in an internet-based college course? I believe it is very possible to succeed in an internet-based college course. The student will need various skills and materials to help them succeed. Many people have succeeded in online college level courses; many people have even received degrees and never set foot in a classroom! This essay breaks down the requirements needed to succeed in an online college level course. It will discuss what an internet-based college level course is, first and foremost. It will then discuss the skills and materials needed to allow for a smooth transition into the online class and maximize successfulness in the class. This essay also helps students relate with statistics of people who have successfully taken internet-based college courses. What is an internet-based college course? An internet-based college course is a class that the student can take on the internet from any location. The classes can be taken using the internet on a computer or the student’s mobile device. The Institute for Dynamic Educational Advancement, or more commonly called IDEA, says online courses “have opened new genre of outreach on cultural and scientific topics” (Institute for Dynamic Educational Advancement). What skills do you need to succeed in an internet-based college course? You need time management skills. Balancing your online college coursework with the rest of your workload is the most efficient way to succeed in the class. There are a few steps you can follow to better be prepared for the online course: Make a plan, check in daily, look ahead, and speak up. You can make a plan by creating a study calendar. If you keep up with the deadlines and due dates and are able to designate study times you should be fine in the

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