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The Success of a Wired Student
By no means, am I tech savvy. It just happened that I was surrounded by people that are throughout my life. They helped me take my online experience to the next level when I first began my excursion. Technology accounts for a huge portion of one’s journey as an online student. My aim is to bring something new to the table by deciphering some of the technology that can make an online student’s life a little easier. To become a successful wired student one must fully utilize the myriad of technology available at our disposal.
The simplest and most essential first step is to be current on all the electronic updates required in addition to the ones definitive to the class to which one has enrolled. Always use the newest versions of software and be sure to, “Backup your files. Use antivirus software” (“Online Learning”). A portable hotspot is essential for students on the go. Most phone companies can add it to a subscriber’s current plan for a nominal fee. Always account for malfunctions and do not use them as an excuse for not meeting deadlines. Have a backup plan such as the public library or a family member’s computer. Do not access unknown wireless internet connections. Data is being exposed to harmful viruses that corrupt files, interrupt internet traffic and take over basic operation system functions.
Take advantage of the applications and programs that will enhance one’s learning experience. There is a plethora of resources on the web, most of which are free. Blackboard Mobile allows an individual to access course materials, interact with tutors and peers, and stay on top of deadlines while on the go. Podcast and Radio Addict is an app that allows a person to listen to digital audio files about various subjects while continuing to and from work and even while exercising. Don’t stress about not being computer savvy, “the program developers and teachers have designed the courses with you in mind” (Davis). Make sure to ask for help as soon as a problem arises, the teachers and the technology help desk are there to assist all students (Davis).
Online classes allow for around the clock access. However, it is very easy to procrastinate and let life get in the way. With a little discipline and time management skills one should be able to stay on top of coursework. Focus Booster is an app that allows users to break up their time into manageable chunks. It splits revision sessions with a number of little breaks to keep a student as productive as possible. The use of a productivity app such as TImeful which acts as a calendar and a to do list allows the tracking of one’s schedule in one place. Make sure to set notifications for deadlines and due dates. As we all know, carrying a heavy book around can be inconvenient. Instead download the etext on the phone or tablet where it is both portable and easily accessible during lunch breaks at work or at a doctor’s appointment (Davis).
Wherever one is in life, online learning is shaped to integrate to an individual’s lifestyle. However, abusing that privilege by not prioritizing the coursework is just as detrimental to a student’s future as skipping class on campus. The digital age is here to stay. It’s time to ride the technology train and embrace it for all it’s worth.
The simplest and most essential first step is to be current on all the electronic updates required in addition to the ones definitive to the class to which one has enrolled. Always use the newest versions of software and be sure to, “Backup your files. Use antivirus software” (“Online Learning”). A portable hotspot is essential for students on the go. Most phone companies can add it to a subscriber’s current plan for a nominal fee. Always account for malfunctions and do not use them as an excuse for not meeting deadlines. Have a backup plan such as the public library or a family member’s computer. Do not access unknown wireless internet connections. Data is being exposed to harmful viruses that corrupt files, interrupt internet traffic and take over basic operation system functions.
Take advantage of the applications and programs that will enhance one’s learning experience. There is a plethora of resources on the web, most of which are free. Blackboard Mobile allows an individual to access course materials, interact with tutors and peers, and stay on top of deadlines while on the go. Podcast and Radio Addict is an app that allows a person to listen to digital audio files about various subjects while continuing to and from work and even while exercising. Don’t stress about not being computer savvy, “the program developers and teachers have designed the courses with you in mind” (Davis). Make sure to ask for help as soon as a problem arises, the teachers and the technology help desk are there to assist all students (Davis).
Online classes allow for around the clock access. However, it is very easy to procrastinate and let life get in the way. With a little discipline and time management skills one should be able to stay on top of coursework. Focus Booster is an app that allows users to break up their time into manageable chunks. It splits revision sessions with a number of little breaks to keep a student as productive as possible. The use of a productivity app such as TImeful which acts as a calendar and a to do list allows the tracking of one’s schedule in one place. Make sure to set notifications for deadlines and due dates. As we all know, carrying a heavy book around can be inconvenient. Instead download the etext on the phone or tablet where it is both portable and easily accessible during lunch breaks at work or at a doctor’s appointment (Davis).
Wherever one is in life, online learning is shaped to integrate to an individual’s lifestyle. However, abusing that privilege by not prioritizing the coursework is just as detrimental to a student’s future as skipping class on campus. The digital age is here to stay. It’s time to ride the technology train and embrace it for all it’s worth.