{"id":465,"date":"2020-01-02T17:11:43","date_gmt":"2020-01-02T22:11:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/dual\/?page_id=465"},"modified":"2020-01-02T17:11:43","modified_gmt":"2020-01-02T22:11:43","slug":"tips-for-success","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/blogs.gcc.edu\/online\/current-events\/tips-for-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips for Success"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"block-26fc54dc-89e6-4250-b865-498bf27c01cc\" class=\"wp-block editor-block-list__block block-editor-block-list__block is-selected\">\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__block-edit block-editor-block-list__block-edit\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"rich-text editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-rich-text__editable wp-block-paragraph\" role=\"textbox\">Grove City College offers online courses to both college students and high school students.\u00a0 In order to help students be successful, we\u2019ve created a list of tips.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"block-78c222f6-ac65-4d27-a5d0-74921cf8b322\" class=\"wp-block editor-block-list__block block-editor-block-list__block\">\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__insertion-point block-editor-block-list__insertion-point\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__block-edit block-editor-block-list__block-edit\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<p class=\"rich-text editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-rich-text__editable wp-block-paragraph\" role=\"textbox\">Follow the tips below for success in an online college course:<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"block-2ee2c312-9f91-4c95-b53e-46542e6e67f0\" class=\"wp-block editor-block-list__block block-editor-block-list__block\">\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__insertion-point block-editor-block-list__insertion-point\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"components-drop-zone editor-block-drop-zone block-editor-block-drop-zone\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__block-edit block-editor-block-list__block-edit\">\n<ul class=\"rich-text editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-rich-text__editable\" role=\"textbox\">\n<li><strong>Monitor your Grove City College e-mail before class begins. <\/strong>Professors often distribute course details in advance of the first day of class, including requirements for the first day of class. Some professors will even expect that you have done work prior to the first day of class (e.g., read the first chapter of your textbook). Monitor and read your e-mail early and often.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Read and understand the syllabus.\u00a0 <\/strong>The instructor has most likely included key dates (exam dates, project due dates, etc.), expectations, and classroom policies in the syllabus.\u00a0 You are responsible for abiding by the details included in the syllabus.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Read your textbook.\u00a0 <\/strong>You are responsible for the content contained within the textbook, even if the professor does not cover the material in a lecture.\u00a0 Read through the text in order to gain an understanding of the content, paying particular attention to bold text and headings. Take careful notes while you read.\u00a0 Ask the professor for clarification if something is not clear to you.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Professors will treat you like an adult.<\/strong> They will thoughtfully answer all your questions and concerns, but they may not initiate personalized contact with you.\u00a0 You must advocate for yourself. You must initiate contact with your professors.\u00a0 By the way, at Grove City College, most of the professors have incredible credentials.\u00a0 You most definitely should network with them.\u00a0 They are an incredible resource to you in your future career.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Meet with your advisor. <\/strong>Although you may be able to register for courses for the first semester through admissions or the registrars office, you will be required to meet with your advisor before you can register for classes the second semester. Contact your advisor to say hello. Advisors also will treat you like an adult, so you must contact them to make sure your college career is on track for where you want to go.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Log into courses before the first day.\u00a0 <\/strong>Take the time to navigate through the Learning Management System (LMS) and to verify that your computer meets the technical specifications of the course. Find out how to get to the library online.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dedicate a specific time and a specific study space for your online course. <\/strong>Schedule specific time each day to complete the requirements of your course.\u00a0 Do not simply try to \u201cfit it in,\u201d but, rather, create a daily schedule that you can follow.\u00a0 In addition, when planning your schedule, include enough time to complete projects and prepare for exams. Find a distraction-free zone to work. College courses are rigorous; working in a space that is distraction-free will allow you to fully focus on your coursework.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be prepared to spend 6-9 hours a week or more in a traditional semester course and 24-36 hours a week in a four-week course<\/strong>.\u00a0 The general rule of thumb is that each credit hour of a traditional semester college course requires 2-3 hours per week.\u00a0 For example, if you are taking a 3-credit course during a traditional semester, you should expect to spend a minimum of 6-9 hours each week on that course for the duration of the course.\u00a0 If the course is more challenging or if you have exams or projects due, you may spend upwards of 12 hours per week on that course.\u00a0 Expect to spend significantly more time each week if the term is less than the traditional semester.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Create a calendar of deliverables<\/strong>.\u00a0 Each professor may use a different Learning Management system or different mode to share information.\u00a0 Reference each syllabus and communication method to create your own calendar of due dates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Become organized.\u00a0 Stay organized.\u00a0 <\/strong>Create a schedule for what you need to accomplish each day and stick to that schedule. Keep your coursework, computer, and study space organized and distraction-free.\u00a0 In addition, back up your computer regularly and in an organized manner so that you have an easily accessible copy of all of your assignments, papers, projects, etc.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Communicate.\u00a0 Ask questions.\u00a0 <\/strong>If you have questions, ask.\u00a0 Do not wait until it is too late.\u00a0 If you have questions about the course itself, contact your professor.\u00a0 It is your responsibility to reach out to your instructor.\u00a0 Unlike a traditional classroom, the professor cannot see your facial expressions or body language to determine if you are confused, so be sure to contact the professor at the first sign of any concerns.If you are having an issue navigating college life or you have a question about your academic schedule, you should contact your advisor. Your advisor can assist you with scheduling, adding or dropping a course, how to get assistance, and other important items. When you can&#8217;t figure out who can help you, contact your advisor.If you are having technical issues, contact IT.\u00a0 If you have questions about course registration or schedules, contact the registrar.\u00a0 Whatever your concern, contact the correct person to help you resolve those concerns.\n<p>Introduce yourself to your professor and your advisor and then maintain regular dialogue.\u00a0 Particularly in the online environment, creating an open line of communication early on can help address concerns early enough to fix them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Before submitting your work, compare it to the rubric.\u00a0 <\/strong>Verify that you have completed all of the requirements as listed on any supplied rubric.\u00a0 Evaluate your own work before you submit it to be certain that you have fulfilled the requirements.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Have fun. Enjoy the learning process.<\/strong>\u00a0 Earning college credit while in high school is a wonderful opportunity to challenge yourself, to learn, to make new friends, and to develop or solidify your interests.\u00a0 The professors at Grove City College have a wealth of knowledge and are experts in their field, so you will learn from the best and the brightest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div id=\"block-5ad6db67-4ffd-460a-aa77-5798e373b515\" class=\"wp-block editor-block-list__block block-editor-block-list__block\">\n<div class=\"editor-block-list__block-edit block-editor-block-list__block-edit\">\n<p class=\"rich-text editor-rich-text__editable block-editor-rich-text__editable wp-block-paragraph\" role=\"textbox\"><span style=\"font-size: 0.95em\">Would you like to learn more about Grove City College\u2019s online courses for high school students?\u00a0 Contact the Online Education Office at <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 0.95em\" href=\"mailto:OnLineStudies@gcc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OnLineStudies@gcc.edu<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 0.95em\">\u00a0or the academic advisor at <\/span><a style=\"font-size: 0.95em\" href=\"mailto:OLS@gcc.edu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">OLS@gcc.edu<\/a><span style=\"font-size: 0.95em\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block-list-appender\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grove City College offers online courses to both college students and high school students.\u00a0 In order to help students be&hellip; 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