1 Is Online Learning Right for Me?

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1 ONLINE STUDENT SUCCESS 1 Is Online Learning Right for Me? Success In Online Learning Macomb provides outstanding online and hybrid classes, along with highly qualified and engaged instructors to guide students through unique and valuable learning experiences. Students assume individual responsibility for their online learning just as they do for on campus courses. MYTHS about online learning ONLINE CLASSES ARE EASIER YOU CAN DO THEM WHENEVER YOU WANT So you are thinking of taking an online class? GREAT! Before you enroll, you may have some questions, concerns or are looking for some tips to ensure your online success. To dispel these myths, and complete a survey, refer to Unit 1 on the modules page. YOU DON T HAVE TO BUY A TEXTBOOK THE COLLEGE WILL PROVIDE A COMPUTER Planning Goal Setting TIME MANAGEMENT Scheduling Prioritizing Get more value out of your time Basic COMPUTER SKILLS Successful Online Learners Share These Common Traits SELF MOTIVATION The driving force to achieve a goal Strong READING & WRITING Skills For communicating clearly Macomb Uses All teaching and learning takes place in a virtual classroom. In the Schedule of classes: Onine courses are identified by a V (for virtual) in the course section (e.g. MKTG-1210-V0801) CANVAS 1 Online 2 Hybrid Teaching and learning takes place in a combination of online and on-ground locations. In the Schedule of classes: Onine courses are identified by an H (for hybrid) in the course section (e.g. MKTG-1210-H0802) to deliver three types of online courses: Web Enhanced (On-Ground) 3 A web-enhanced course is an on ground class that uses Canvas along with other web content to enrich the learning experience. In the Schedule of classes: Web Enhanced (On-Ground) courses are identified by a C for Center Campus (e.g. ENGL-1210-C0802) and S for South Campus (e.g. ENGL-1180-S0803)

2 Your Online Course Tips on the Course Itself 2 Check It Early If your professor choses to open the course early, log in, print the syllabus and read through the assignments. If your professor does not open the course early, ask for a copy of the syllabus by . Check It Often Studies show that the first week is the most crucial time for student success. Those students who are active and engaged during the first week have a much better chance of both enjoying the course and achieving success. The CANVAS Page Canvas Student Orientation Intro to Canvas > Modules ALL Modules #1 Welcome View Course Stream Account Dashboard Announcements Syllabus Grades 1.0 Macomb s Online Classroom 1.1 Welcome (Begin here) Coming Up View Calendar Courses People 1.2 Browser Info & Computer Specs Recent Feedback Groups #2 Navigation Calendar 2.1 User Dashboard & Navigation Inbox 2.2 Using the course Home Page Commons 2.3 Calendar 2.4 Accessing the Syllabus 2.5 Course Modules #3 User Settings & Profile Pictures 3.1 Changing User Settings #4 Assignments #5 Communication Help Macomb Community College Macomb Online Support onlinesupport@macomb.edu Online Technical Support onlinesupport@macomb.edu

3 NE 3 Tools, Competence & Communication USB Flash Drive For easy access and portability of files Computer The college does have computers available but it is much easier to use your own. Laptops offer more mobility. Earbuds or Headphones Useful for listening to audio lectures or required material on YouTube. Tablets & Smartphones Printer You should definitely print the syllabi and any longer articles or texts. You may want to read some of these things while you are not online. Cloud Storage What SKILLS do Students Need? Your professor will assume that you have competence with the following: Microsoft Office Apps File Management Word PowerPoint Internet Explorer Excel Google Chrome NW N QuickTime Safari Firefox Internet Browsers Media Players For assistance you can contact online support at: 877 emacomb. ( ) Communication Reading and writing are essential in an online course and good communication can make or break your experience. 2 Writing THE CENTER FOR TEACHING & LEARNING Reading Netiquette

4 Success Management To be a successful student, you have to manage your class effectively. How do you do that? Well, you need to look at the way you manage your time. Is it productive or non-productive? Will it help or hurt your chances at success? 4 PRODUCTIVE NON-PRODUCTIVE Use A Calendar Distractions Set Goals Procrastination Prioritize Tasks Take Notes Certain People Lack of Planning Plenty of Sleep Daily Involvement Reward Yourself SELF is the key DISCIPLINE to success SELF-INDULGENCE...is not.

5 5 College Resources Why take chances with your education? If you need to get pointed in the right direction, there is an abundance of resources available to help you reach your goal. LIBRARY While you may not visit campus as an online student, it s good to know that Macomb Community College has two libraries. Staff is available in person, over the phone and online. As an online student you can access all of these resources. LEARNING CENTER Need some additional assistance enhancing your time management skills? Macomb Community College Learning Centers offer many options to support student academic success. Diploma COUNSELING Counseling and Academic Advising Services offer career and academic help, academic advising and specific services and support to special populations. follow You can find Macomb on: OTHER VALUABLE RESOURCES: TUTORING FINANCIAL AID READING & WRITING STUDIO VETERAN & MILITARY SERVICES CAREER CENTER Career Services is here to support your educational and employment goals. InfoGuide created by: