Success in Online / Hybrid Classes

Many people sign up for an online or hybrid class because they think it may be easier or less work, but it is really the opposite. Almost everything you do is independent in these classes and you dont have a teacher at your side to ask questions. This means you must do things early and not wait to the last minute to do an assignment and find out you dont know what you need to do. In a hybrid class it is key to ask as many questions as you can while in class because you only meet once a week. Emailing is good but it may take a while before you get an answer which by then it may be too late. Making a calendar of due dates for assignments is also a great way to stay ahead because once again you dont have a teacher every other day reminding you "this is due next week." Things are posted a week or two in advance to give you ample time to complete them, but if you fall behind it is hard to play catchup on assignments while doing the current ones. Constantly check your email and dont be afraid to call your teacher if you dont understand something, thats what they are there for!