Hello! How are you today?
It seems like you are having a great day on your online learning or are you having trouble with this new flexible learning that you are encountering today? Come! Let's make your experience great by having effective online learning at home!
But first, let's us know what is online learning? Online learning itself is exactly what it sounds like that it takes place over the internet. It is a form of distance learning and it is an interchangeable term for e-learning in short of electronic learning also it is a learning management system for students who are taking online classes that typically stores the training content which is accessible anytime and anywhere.
Nowadays online learning is the basic need of every single person and it grows rapidly these past few years because of the health crisis that we are facing today. Online learning is more relevant for the students in many countries who were forced to stop face-to-face classes and begin to study in their homes in view of the fact that the Covid-19 had a drastic impact on people's lives. All learning activities had to take place online which is different from the traditional learning that we used to live every day.
Here Are Some Reasons Why Online Learning is Effective:
1. Flexibility
The mode of the teaching-learning process has changed over time in order to adapt to the changing demands of our educational system during this pandemic. Schools are now using modular learning and online learning classes to ensure contingency of learning while we keep ourselves safe at home away from the deadly virus. The new learning setup has paved the way to provide a much more convenient way of learning for some students. Some online classes do not require students to wear school uniforms and they can still attend their online classes wherever they are as long as they have a stable internet connection. They can work alone and can manage their time on their own since they can learn even if you are on vacation, out for social or an official commitment. Thus, they are certainly studying within their comfort zone.
2. Low Cost
Online learning can be more financially savvy compared to face-to-face classes. Both students and teachers don't need to spend much on their money for fares and allowance going to school. Teachers can also save time, effort, and money on preparing instructional materials that are usually printed out or handmade.
3. Technologically equipped
The advent of technological breakthroughs has made it more convenient and accessible for online learning. Students will now be more exposed to the use of different multimedia gadgets for them to get access to various online resources which will increase their hands-on experience with the technology they are working on upskilling them amidst the restriction of having face-to-face classes.
4. Efficacy
Online learning makes it easier for teachers to deliver their lessons. Teachers can plan out their lessons for their students and incorporate different online learning tools such as videos, online presentations, and PDF (Portable Digital Format) files related to the topic to be discussed making the lesson more interesting and making them more efficient.
5. Location
Without any geographical restrictions, schools can now reach a wider network of students since online lectures and discussions can be saved, recorded, and shared with their students providing the students the access to these educational materials whenever they want and whenever they need to.
Having all the freedom to study online is nice but it might be difficult to focus and study when learning online, so you need to become a self-directed learner to make the most of it. Here are some study tips to start effective online learning.
Study Tips for Effective Online Learning
1. Read the syllabus carefully.
At first, this is the main starting point to have an effective online learning experience reading it profoundly communicates your goals and it is a good learning tool for the students to be prepared for upcoming discussions. Before you start, you must make sure that you understand the course content, and by reading the syllabus and grading it serves as a guide to meet the student course policy and the resource requirements.
2. Make a Planner to Study.
It is important in having an online learning environment. You must have a planner for your activities by setting a calendar plan to study and do your activities to finish before it's due to keep away from cramming unfinished numerous layers of activities. You must be sensible in scheduling your venture and taking your task wisely to help you retain information and feel engaged to finish your activities on time and with no delays in submission.
3. Participate and Collaborate.
During the online classes, participation is a must to be more interactive and have a good memorable experience in an online class setup. Connecting with fellow learners by joining in the conversation including asking and answering questions in a discussion forum. By having participation, the student can come up to the opportunity by using the language of the discipline and develop fluent public speaking skills. Also, collaborating with the group must be fun by joining the study group online and sharing your created material such as the visual designs of your PowerPoint presentation and the knowledge you shared with the group to be more active during the brainstorming for a neat outcome of the task.
Studying in your own comfort zone has never been better. Online learning has a lot of benefits for both teachers and students as well as the whole educational system. But life is not always about rainbows and cupcakes, everything has its own downfall so as with online learning. The quality of learning may be hampered since online learning has minimal supervision and facilitation. Students can be distracted easily by their own personal gadgets like phones while in class. But no matter what kind of learning setup you're having right now, you will always have the power to choose either to focus on your class and make sure you learn something new for that day or to attend the class for compliance. Schools prepare you for life but it's your choice to use the learning you got from online, modular, or may it be face-to-face classes for your future endeavors.
Written by: By Mark Oliver G. Pagunsan
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