Online Survey of Student Services

Beginning Summer 2000, students were asked to take the following survey on ChiTester - a web-based testing program developed at Weber State and available through Chi Squared Software.

1. Please indicate which of the following services you currently use ON CAMPUS

2. Indicate which of the following services you currently use ONLINE

3. Which of the following services WOULD YOU USE if it was available online?

Academic Advising

Financial Aid

Scholarships

Career Services

Tutoring

Services for Women Students

Services for Multicultural Students

Services for International Students

Services for Students with Disabilities

Supplemental Instruction

Writing Center

Student Government

4. Are there other services you would like to have available online? Yes No
Please indicate which ones.

5. How do you envision these services being offered (what would you like to be able to do?)

6. What do you like best about online courses/WSU Online?

7. What is different about taking an online course as compared to an on campus course?

8. What makes a successful online student? (Please indicate as many traits as you wish) These responses have also been made into a web page.

9. Do you have any advice for students who are taking an online course for the first time? These responses have also been made into a web page.

10. Would you be willing to have your comments posted on the web for prospective students to see? (If so, please indicate your willingness by entering your e-mail address below. If we decide to use your comments, we will contact you.)

This encompasses question 1 - 3
Note: following are ALL responses for questions 4 - 9. I left them as I found them, spelling errors included.

4. Are there other services you would like to have available online?

Yes, I would like to see many more courses offered through on line classes.

Tech Support

More library things

I would like to see a download option for computer programs that are required for on_line courses, such as MS_word, in case a student does not have it in their existing system. This would be beneficial for the duration of the course.

payment of tuition

A student/faculty directory that would show email addresses and faculty phone and room numbers.

It would be nice if there was a way to affiliate the lab with another school or with the work place, because the major reason I am taking an online course is because I can't get to the campus when the courses are taught there. Another suggestion I would have is if at the distance learning centers they offer more courses like chemistry with the labs available as well as other clinical setting courses.

Calendar of activities (email notices don't work) Also, the Signpost online

Yes _ Academic Advising

grammar instruction, spell check when I am writing for my classes, since English is my third language.

Not really. I've been surprised to see just how much I can do online. Thanks for all your hard work. It's greatly appreciated.

It needs to be a lot easier to find certain things. Easy access is important.

1. Order and pay for textbooks online. This would allow me to pick my books up the first day of class and not stand in line to purchase them. (I'm a graduating senior but it would be helpful when I continue on with my MBA.) 2. Make all online classes offer their tests online. Half of the classes I've taken online have required me to drive to Ogden to take the tests. I don't think that they teachers understand what "ONLINE CLASS" means. This is more of persuasion than anything

I am not sure because I don't know for certain what is out there!

Credit card payment form, for paying tuition by credit card.

I would like to have more classes and the ability to take tests even as close as the public library instead of coming back to campus. I would like to have more instructions on how to use other online services, so that I may be able to access things on my own schedule. Also I would like to be able to have more access to the professor.

I can't figure out how to get my grades online

I have been using online for the last 2 or three years, and it has been the best thing for me, as I am a single parent who works full time, and often my homework and assignments get done in the middle of the night. I just wish there were even more classes available online!

Check current grades and test scores

Spell checker for these answer boxes.

This is the second semester that I have used online courses and I haven't run into any problems to date.

It seems that there are already services available online that I didn't know about, so I'm sure anything I would need available online is already offered.

I think we should have tutoring online. I always have a busy schedule so it would be nice to have help over the internet.

Yes there are other services I would like to have offered. I would like to be able to pay for tuition online by either credit card or check. It would be most helpful. The other thing would be to have a map of the campus that is 3_D so that you could go and look at the campus as if you were there to try and find the classes easier. That is all for now that I can think of.

Online Q&A

Yes, Homework Help.

More classes.

Being able to apply for graduation because the graduation office never seems to answer their phone!

I really can't think of anything. I am taking classes on campus too, so having the stuff online isn't as important to me.

I can't think of any right now, but if I do later on can I email you?

I guess I am still impressed with what we all ready have. I am happy.

Testing services such as chi_tester; the reason for taking online classes is to not have to drive to campus do to distance or other reasons

I think it's great just having online courses I'm trying to keep up with all the technical advances.

I would like to see a download option for computer programs that are required for online courses, such as MS_word, in case a student does not have it in their existing system. This would be beneficial for the duration of the course.

Tutoring, I haven't had the time to utilize the chat line.

I would like to see the catalog online. With descriptions of all the offered classes.

I haven't really used the online classes before so I'm not sure what could be done to improve it.

I can't necessarily think of other services I'd like to see, but I think that I am unaware of most of the services available. Perhaps there's a better way to inform online students of the services available to them. I didn't know there was tutoring or academic advising online.

I think Weber has excellent online services for their students.

yes I think there could be more services for helping students when there are problems with sites and etc..

Yes. A rating system where students can tell about the classes they have taken and their positive and negative experiences with each.

Online study guides

Beginning French instruction

activities _ convocations _ forums _ updated information on parking situations.

More classes available online

I would to know what jobs are available in or around the Davis Campus and at the Main Campus.

F.A.Q.

Yes, I would like to see a research center for different areas of instruction. Kind of an on line library.

academic advisement, and grades.

I would like to see more information from the School of Business and Economics.

Pay Tuition & Buy all Books (More Timely Shipping)

No. I have found the existing online services to be adequate.

More Classes available Online

Let us know what is available, in adding and dropping classes.

more classes available

I am really not sure what all is available on line but things being on line are easier and quicker for me.

5. How do you envision these services being offered (what would you like to be able to do?

I would like to take almost all the courses online.

I would like to have someone explain the new web portfolio and bulletin board system to me. How to make it accept the assignments. Generally how to make it work for me instead of frustrating me! This could be done by email.

See more resources on the internet for download

I would like to be able to take a computer/IS&T course and download that courses required software program for the duration of the semester.

pay with credit card or check

I would like to type in any part of a person's name and pull up a list of students and faculty that match the query. If possible, list a home or office phone number from those that give permission.

If all of the services that I needed were online I would like to be able to take them at my own speed, be able to have confidentiality, and not have to go to the main campus, because there services are not offered when I have time to go.

Talk with an advisor to be sure that I'm on the right track.

Maybe there is already something like this that I am unaware of, but I would like to be able easily find out what events and activities are going on on-campus, or that are sponsored by the school. It would also be nice to be able to read the signpost articles, see the advertisements, and read the classifieds online.

easy access by computer,

Everything seems good to me.

I think an icon or picture, or an explanation when the arrow is placed on a subject. A lot of things are hard to locate because you do not know where they fall.

Anything that I need to do for my online class's.

It would be ideal if you could do ANYTHING online that must be done on campus _ even purchasing books from the Bookstore.

Be able to pay and get confirmation online or by email that tuition is paid and that I am now registered for the course.

I would like to be able to have an online discussion with a counselor, be able to have my questions answered w/o waiting several days for the return email.

I would like to be able to click on step by step instructions to guide me into any services or dept. if I choose. I would want it to be an option. I would also like every professor to use a chat or Web Portfolio in order to get feedback from other students as well as the professor. I think offering a wider variety of classes would help a great deal. As far as testing at the library, (I would like to do it at home, but of course you wouldn't know who was really taking the test), the library could have the passwords and ask for ID. Sometimes it is hard getting to campus to take an exam and if the Chi Testers are full, you run the risk of not being able to take the test because of limits on time.

Make it more obvious to the student on how to access grades online.

More classes, especially gen eds

Check current grades and test scores

My online contact with Weber State does not currently provide me with any problems. I don't have any needs that aren't currently being met. However, I would like to have more classes offered online.

If there was someone who was specifically designated to answer the questions from the internet, it would make it so the students would get a response in much less time. It's really frustrating when you have a question or concern, especially if a deadline is involved, and no one responds to your email.

I'm not quite sure how they run some of the services like tutoring. I guess it would be some form of "chatting"??

I'm not sure I really understand the question. Just that the WSU will always be available online and updated all the time.

Have someone to answer the email on various misc. questions that students might have.

I would like to be able to get help o specific assignments as I do them online.

It would be nice to have a few more classes available online. I realize that some classes will not work well when taught online.

Apply over the internet

The online classes are great. Just keep up with technology.

I would like for the instructor(s) to notify students of the first assignment. Such as the day the course begins, notify students of impending assignments and/or tests.

This would be tough do to no guarantee that students would not use books or other avenues to cheat, but having the ability to test from home would help

I would like to be able to get something done for what I came to the services for.

I would like to be able to take a computer/IS&T course and download that courses required software program for the duration of the semester.

I would like to be able to reach a tutor at least at a certain time of the day, if not at the time I would need one.

just under a heading as you do your other offered information.

communicate with an actual person to walk you through the problems

Maybe a link to a page where students can fill out forms about their classes and also read others' feedback as well.

have some one online at certain times, to answer questions as they come in.

tutorials

Do assignments on line, communicate with other students in the class.

plan for my semester better by knowing this information.

Information pages and ways to email or talk to individuals to help right from own home.

fast service, easy to use

I would like to be able to pull up a subject and choose from selected material or at least get advice on a good reference source (journal, etc) to go to the library and get.

pull them up on the computer.

I'd like to see syllabi, due dates, and projected grades for traditional, on campus classes.

Virtual Bookstore

services are adequate for my needs presently

Go to Weber Home Page and link to sites.

AS THEY ARE OFFERED NOW

Academic advising would be the best thing for me. I would like to be able to have help in planning my schedule and course of study to efficiently earn my degree.

Right on Weber’s home page.

Anything that can be done on line is better for me. I work full time and go to school at night.

I think the online courses are great.

6. What do you like best about online courses/WSU Online?

It is easier for me take more classes because it does not interfere with my work schedule. I am working fulltime.

I like to flexibility. I enjoy not having to be on campus at any given point. I think it is much easier and more convenient.

The best thing about online courses is that I am able to work on assignments and post them at my convenience whether it be 3:00 p.m. or 3:00 a.m.

I don't have to travel to Ogden for class.

The ability to work when I want too.

Availability of classes and ease of use.

Time flexibility, I can do my homework and classes late at night. I work full time and its allowed me to continue my schooling and I will graduate in Dec.

I can do on my time in my schedule. I can do from here at home and not have to move nearest 4 yr. college is 142 miles away. Easy to navigate and use the sites.

Choosing when to do the work, extended freedom, more time to work, less travel.

Working from home. This allows me to continue family responsibilities and school responsibility schedules independently. Also, this learning process is a beginning for building a foundation to realize what a home business entails.

I have a full-time job and a part-time job. Online courses are the only way at this point in time that I can further my education.

I can do it any time

I would prefer not to take online courses. The Business School doesn't always offer an in class course. This leaves students no choice but to take an online class.

I have just had surgery and it has been nice to just stay home in my pj's and take my class.

EASY TO ACCESS INFORMATION. I.E. RECORDS, GRADES, CLASS ASSIGNMENTS ETC.

I live in a rural area in central Utah, so your online courses allow me to receive an education without having to move or commute!

I can do my school work after my normal work day

They are very convenient to fit into any schedule. I don't have to make my schedule around the class, rather, I can plan the class around my schedule.

That you work at your own pace and you can fit them into your schedule when you really don't have time to go to class.

Ease and availability. Convenience

I can study anytime when my schedule is able

Sometimes it's actually easier to get a hold of a teacher in an online class if there are questions. Everything is pretty accessible and user-friendly.

Less class time. I work full time, so going to class every day is tough. I make the time to study around my schedule, not class.

The Availability and the freedom to go when you can, not when you have to.

I live in Salt Lake. I enjoy not having to drive to Ogden (unless the Teacher requires it for their tests), especially during the winter months.

Really convenient. I can do it at my own time

They fit more easily into an already busy schedule and facilitate graduation

The technology seems to function well. I rarely have had an inconvenience with an online class due to technical problems.

Ease and Flexibility

I like that I can go at my own pace, and that I do not have to be in a class room. I work fulltime and attend school fulltime. The online class's enable me to be home with my son while I am doing my homework

Despite the fact that it does require discipline, it is still great to have the freedom to "go to class" when it is most convenient to your schedule!

I can do them when I have the time. It is nice to have that flexibility.

I like the way they allow me to manage my non school related affairs. The classes I have taken have enabled me to get ahead or behind and still do well in the class. If I have a business trip, I can take the information I need to do the work while I am gone. I can also pace myself and work on the projects that take the most time by having all of the assignments with their instructions right online.

Easily accessible from anywhere...not stuck trying to fit a particular number of classes into any one day. More laid back about assignment and give me the ability to finish the course at my own pace (faster) than normal.

I work 2 jobs and have 4 children, I feel that I am saving at least 4 hours a week per class and I can go to class whenever it fits my schedule. There are one or two classes that are still good to take on campus, but most of the classes I have taken would work online. Instead of spending the time in class on a lecture, I am doing my assignments and I can do them from any computer. I have gone out of town to work and still was able to keep up with my class schedule. There isn't any attendance policy. However, I feel it is important to have contact with the professor, personal if possible and emails or chats.

It is useful that I can study and take exams anytime I want.

I live in Alaska and I am taking the distance learning ADN program. There are no nursing programs available where I live other than the distance program. I like it because I would have had to move in order to finish school.

I like the freedom of not having to travel to the campus to do my assignments, and not having to deal with traffic.

I can do them at home and only go to the campus two days a week.

The availability and the service is not very often down and unusable. For as many people as I imagine you have accessing this, it is kept up real well.

convenience for conflicting schedules

The flexibility of being able to work fulltime while taking courses.

convenient, and easily accessible. wish tests could be taken online even if you live within boundaries

It allows me to work around me time conflicts

I like to convenience of being able to do my work on my own time. It is too hard when you work full time to try to schedule classes, especially when you work 8_5. With online you are able to do your work even at 2 o'clock in the morning. It is also very convenient that you get to take your tests at the testing centers. This allows you to once again do it on your own time and you usually have up to a week to get prepared.

I can do them when I have the time in my home while watching the kids.

this is my first one

Flexibility

I don't know yet this is my first time using it, but from what I've seen I think My chem. course will be more difficult on the net than if I had taken it on campus.

I can work on the class when I want to. No driving to Ogden and looking for a parking spot!

I can complete my degree from about 2,000 miles away!

I like that I do not have to be in class on campus at a certain time. Parking on campus is terrible and is the main reason I choose to take courses online. If I can't find courses online, I'll try to find them at the Davis center. Many online classes do not feel as cramped as some classes on campus. It is very convenient for me, a full time worker, part or full time student, who works nontraditional hours, to access my class at midnight if needed. I enjoy the online discussions and wish that all classes used them. I've taken a few classes where they have not been used, and I didn't enjoy them as much.

I like how flexible the scheduling is and how it sets up a syllabus for when you have to take your tests. It helps eliminates any scheduling conflicts that a college student may have with the schedule.

flexibility

I can do them at my own pace (mostly) and on my own time

I like the format. It also seems to be fairly stable.

Not having to be on campus and still getting an Education. Online classes are great for students like me that live in a rural area of Utah and due to shift work attending campus is impossible.

Very convenient. I think that a goal for WSU would be to provide all Gen Ed classes online. Many of these classes simply require reading material and taking a test. Many of these classes could be structured in a way that would ensure that a student did not receive an inferior education.

Flexibility to work according to my own schedule. No need to travel to campus.

Everything is at the click of a button.

Flexibility

This is the first time I've taken an online course and I feel like I will be able to do okay. I'm still a little unclear on a few things, but that's part of the learning process.

It gives me the flexibility to take the courses at my own convenience.

I like that I don't have to spend as much time on campus. The independence thing doesn't really work for me... I'm probably not going to do as well as if I had taken a regular class.

Flexibility

I like online courses because sometimes I have trouble getting all the classes I need at certain times and my work doesn't work around my classes. Having a class online is one less class I have to worry about trying to get everything in at a certain time

That I can go to it whatever the time of day. With a busy schedule with on campus classes, work, and other activities, it's nice to have something available for you all the time at your convenience.

I don't have to go and sit in a class. I can work at home on my own

this is my first one. I love it because you can check in anytime you want. and work at your own pace.

I can work at my own pace and can do the work whenever I can fit it in during the day.

I can do it on my own time. I don't pay babysitters or daycare.

I really like the self paced classes, but this can be devastating for procrastinators. I also like how I can access the course material any time, day or night.

Fits my work load.

THEY ARE EASY TO LOCATE AND A GOOD WAY TO GO TO SCHOOL WHILE WORKING FULL TIME.

The things I enjoy most about the online courses are being at home, and taking my time to study the information without the distractions of getting to class, finding parking, and leaving my kids home alone.

I like that I can go to class as my schedule permits.

I am able to do the work in accordance with my schedule, and post it when it is convenient for me.

They are convenient

Scheduling. I can work on my classes at 2:00am if that works best for me. I don't need a babysitter and I can sit at the computer in my pajamas and nobody has to know.

That I can wear my pajamas to class and I can fit it into my time schedule.

I can still be a student at WSU even though I'm temporarily living over 100 miles away. I can take a class and not have to go to class. Sometimes going to an actual class is a waste of time because I can do the work that they do in an hour in less than that... sometimes.

I wouldn't be able to get the AS degree, qualify to take the national certification exam, and get the raise I got, and will get, without being able to complete the courses on-line. Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Convenience. There is no program available in my area for my career choice

Nice and slow!! Go as fast as you want or slow as you want. You do not have to keep up w/ the class, but you do need to be ready for tests.

I don't have to drive up to the campus

convenience

I can do the work in odd moments of time. I don't have to look for a parking spot or get snowed on/rained on/slip on the steps/buy food between classes.

I like the fact that I can stay home and get my education. I am at home if my children get sick and need me.

The convince of not having a set classroom time. It work around my schedule. No driving to the campus and having to deal with the joke that they call parking.

You can go at your own pace in completing the course.

Once you get in it's user friendly

being able to my class at my own leisure

I like that I can work from home, and for the most part at my own pace.

Working from home is what I like best about online courses. This allows me to continue family responsibilities and school responsibility schedules independently. Also, this learning process is a beginning for building a foundation on, as well as realizing what a home business may entail.

I CAN ACCESS THE CLASSES WHEN IT IS CONVENIENT TO ME.

I like being able to take the open book tests at home (pharmacology) and being able to submit homework at home. I also like being able to take this course in my hometown and not have to leave the state to do it.

I don't have to spend an hour three days a week in a class that I'm more motivated to do on my own. Plus, there is less paper and less "stuff" to keep track of.

The interface works really well.

I like that I can do them whenever I want to but I feel that it's not as nice as a regular class because there's a ton more reading.

they are available. it makes it possible to continue on with my educational plans

The flexibility they offer. I can go to class at midnight if I have to, or "skip" a day and do the class the next day if I need to. Most of the teachers are really concerned about the success of their students and work with them to create a positive learning experience. Some teachers though, I think use it as an excuse not to do their job. But for the most part, I've had really great experiences with online classes.

convenience (time/location)

The schedule is on my own time. I work 2 jobs and have a hard time fitting in classes on campus or otherwise.

The accessibility and convenience. It really can be accessed from anywhere at anytime.

Cuts out unneeded traveling and unneeded lectures

I like the flexibility of doing and turning an assignment anytime of day or night.

The flexibility it gives me to take classes when I can because I work full time also and it is very hard to find classes that fit with my work schedule.

Can do coursework anytime in the day.

The best part is that I do not have to park. the second best is the flexibility. I can juggle my schedule a lot easier and still work because of these online courses. I really appreciate them a lot.

you can take the classes on your own time, which leaves room for more hours to work or study

This is my first online class and is only offered online. I'm not very computer savvy but I do like the ease of navigating through the WSU page.

Do assignments on my time and no class time.

Most great thing is distance learning, and I like been able to take classes at anytime I want to.

being able to "go to class" whenever I want

fits my schedule

I don't have to go to campus and I can work at my own pace. I feel the online courses are challenging, but easier than the stress of campus classes. Plus, they fit my schedule better since I can "attend class" whenever I have time.

Not having to be on campus to take a class.

This is my first experience with WSU online so I don't know just yet. I have taken online courses at our local community college and love it. It is the only way I could take classes/degree.

WSU online is great the way it is accessible and set up for the students needs. I have not had a good experience with online courses. I therefore have nothing good to say about them, other than distant learning, Tamara, does her best to help the students who are having trouble with the online courses.

being able to fit into my schedule.

Being able to finish my education (if more classes become available) even though I have had to move to Orem for my job.

It fits in better with my schedule. I work during the day so am unable to take the "traditional" classes.

I can work at my own leisure and since I work full time it works out really well.

I am able to check into class at my convenience and able to do something else and come back to it if needed. I don't have to sit through a long lecture with no break like in the classroom.

The ability to work on my degree and work full time to support my family of five.

I love that it is so convenient. If I am busy at work all day and spend time with my children at night. After they go to bed, I can go to class on my time.

I can do it on my own time and set up a schedule good for me for the week.

I don't use them because I do not completely understand how to get online as well as others do.

I can work at home and in my own time frame.

It seems like www.weber.edu has a lot of downtime, but wsuonline.weber.edu always comes up. I like saving time and gas money learning at home. It's extremely helpful when instructors put links on their pages so a person can do further research.

They save traveling time on courses that can be taken without an instructor present. (i.e. General s)

There isn't a set time of when class starts. I can log in at different times every day if that works out with my personal schedule.

the ability to hold down a full time job and the flexibility of the class schedule.

I can do them on my own time, and they are self paced (at least the ones I've taken).

THE FLEXIBILITY THEY OFFER

I can do it on my own time and in my home

I like the freedom of fitting the course into my schedule.

not having to go class!

I like that I can do them at home and my kids don't have to be at the babysitter's as long. I like to take classes like English online, because I don't like the lectures in these types of classes.

You can access them anywhere, that the internet is available.

I like being able to work around my schedule (I have small kids at home), and the time that I would spend commuting and finding a parking space and walking to class is spent actually studying.

Not having to spend the extra time in classes. Makes it possible to take more hours, yet have more time to do homework. The commute isn't as bad

Working at my own pace!

Freedom to do the work when I have time.

Not having to go to class, Doing things at my own pace

freedom to complete independently

The ability to work from home on my own schedule.

7. What is different about taking an online course as opposed to taking an on campus course?

I can work on school stuff at whatever time is convenient for me. I like the fact that I can focus on school after I get off work from the convenience of my home!

The flexibility is the major difference. If you take an on campus course and you have work or family obligations you just miss the class and can do nothing about it. On line you can create your own class time.

The amount of reading and individual research that you end up doing. Since instructors aren't always available, if you have questions or are unclear on topics, you have to do more research to clear it up for yourself instead of being able to ask questions of the instructor. That is assuming you don't have a day or two (or more) to wait for an answer via email.

most teachers are impersonal online and easily write you off because you don't see them daily. In person, many teachers have a great ability to explain what they expect for assignments, exams, etc. However, in written word, like with online classes, I wonder how often they even use their computer. It seems as if they have poor written communication skills.

I think that they are harder, since I am a active learner.

Professor interaction is minimal.

The difference between the two, online classes are busy work, campus courses tend to be more projects and interacting assignments.

No faces to see, easier to do on your own schedule, you can work ahead if you like, no classes to worry about missing, and you can review lectures again.

Less teacher and student interaction

Personal interaction with other students and educators are part of campus life. The campus is also becoming more beautiful every semester I return. I see different sights, sounds, people, and atmosphere when I am on campus. I do not believe there is anything that could replace actual physical experience of WSU.

I can do the class work at my own pace rather than being in a classroom from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

You have to be able to learn on your own.

I feel course objective and expectations are always unclear in an online course. It is tougher to relate to the material, especially technical information that requires a demonstration to understand how the principle works. Especially when teachers try a different approach than the text book.   However, in some classes, there is more interaction and participation in discussions that you don't get in a campus class. But I still prefer the other.

I don't have to keep asking the teacher to repeat him or herself. I don't feel as though I am just a number all though with an online class that's probably all I am. The one thing I will miss is the reminding that there will be tests and test review. Other than that I would prefer to take all my classes online

IT HAS BEEN MY EXPERIENCE THAT THE ONLINE PORTIONS OF MY CLASSES HAVE MADE IT EASY TO ACCESS CLASS RELATED INFO AND WHEN THE COURSE HAS ALLOWED IT I HAVE ENJOYED SENDING ASSIGNMENTS ONLINE AT MY LEISURE. I HAVE ALSO FOUND IT EASIER (IN SOME CASES) TO COORDINATE WITH THE PROFESSOR ON SCHOOL RELATED ISSUES.

It does require a lot of self discipline to stay on track with deadlines. Because there's not a lecture to listen to, I have to find quiet time at home to really read and study. It's great, though, with my family to be able to log in anytime of the day or night.

I can do my work when it's convenient for me

I really miss the interaction with the professors and other students. There is just something that you miss when you don't get to hear the professor's lectures. The book helps, of course, but often a good professor has more valuable information, and information that I can relate to better.

You are independent and you work at your own pace.

No interaction with instructor and/or students.     Self motivation to get online to attend.    Not as many distractions online unless you have a crying baby or barking dog

Is my first time so I don't know yet

Well, a major difference is the lectures and online courses are more self paced. I try to take online and campus courses depended on my available schedule.

Online course takes a lot more discipline. You have to be self motivated to take an online.

Campus is required at a certain place at a certain time, online is a little freer.

1. You learn more about the subject because you have to read the book and learn the material. 2. You don't get the human interaction that you would regularly get. 3. You can take the class anytime, anywhere.

You don't have to be there at a certain time

See last response. Peer interaction is still lacking.

There are many obvious differences. Aside from those, my online classed have required a great deal of time _ more than a campus class would. At this point I don't feel it as an enhancement of my educational experience. I pay a lot of money to basically teach myself. The classroom interaction, in person, is too valuable for me. It is far more convenient and less time consuming than the online classes have been. I get more out of the classroom. In a way I feel the online classes defeat their own purpose. I wish that they were not the only choice in several occasions. I think they work good as an alternative, but not as the only option.

The ease and flexibility

I think that online class tend to be a little harder than in the classroom

More teacher involvement in a campus course.

This is my first online course, so I don't feel I can give an educated answer.

No classroom. I can get on line and work on the class at any time during the day.

The difference between online verses on Campus is the timing of due assignments and tests. In online classes you can work at your own pace on the study of class material. Online courses also allow you to make more money while you learn.

Location. Hassle. Interaction. When you use an online course you giving up the camaraderie (and embarrassment) of your classmates, your are sacrificing your source of exercise, and you are gaining the skills needed to motivate yourself.

I think I answered most of that on the previous question. One thing I like is that I don't know how old the other students are and they don't know my age. Not that I am that old, it's that sometimes it is hard taking a class with 18 year olds because I have the same age group at home. I like them, it's that our needs are different.   Because I am usually older than most to the students, the professor gets to know me quickest. Which can be both good and bad. I like to be able to come face to face with a professor and develop a repore. You can do that on the net, but nothing substitutes facial expression and eye contact.

It takes way more self discipline to do an online course than it does an on campus course. You cannot procrastinate. It is more difficult because you can't just ask the professor a question anytime you need to. You must rely on yourself to research your problems and figure them out. It is very difficult. I enjoy the convenience of being able to do it at home and having the flexible schedule.

More freedom to work at your own pace and not waste your time with lectures.

online you must motivate yourself.

The negative is you miss the one on one interaction, but the positive is that is always open and ready for you to use.

very little (if any at all), instructor interaction in difficult areas to understand with online courses whereas there is plenty of help in classes at campus

more book work and less interaction but for general beginning classes it is great

No required time to go

I have noticed that the courses I have taken online tend to have a lot more work assigned. I have compared the same classes with a friend of mine that she has taken on campus and I have taken online and the online always has a lot more requirements and a lot more work. It may be that you are doing all the work on your own including making sure you understand all the reading which that is what the professor does when they lecture in class.

difficult to overcome comprehension of materials when things are not understood.

versatility. having more time if need be, or do it whenever you want.

More flexible

The online course that I am taking, seems as though it will be a little more difficult to understand what is going on than if I was able to speak with the teacher personally.

Your on your own. No other students to ask when you have questions. It takes motivation to finish online classes.

Isolation...

There's not a set time to be in class. And you don't run up against time limits. If I want to have a lengthy discussion about one particular topic, I type it out in email and send it off. Sometimes this can save time for both the student and the professor.    You do not get the face to face interaction, but I haven't seen this as being negative. As long as there is a discussion for the class, there is the needed interaction.    Online classes require a lot of self-discipline. You must not procrastinate. It's much easier to put things off when you don't have to be in the classroom every day.

It is a lot more flexible, but you have to be motivated because it is a lot easier to fall behind.

online classes are harder to take when working in upper division courses because more instructions are needed. However, it is more flexible and less schedule conflicts occur online. Most of my classes that are needed are usually in the middle of the day instead of in the mornings or nights or not online.

I have to go to a class at a certain time on campus and online whenever I can get to it.

The instructor requires more busy work with the online classes to verify that you are doing the work.

There is no direct interaction with other students and I miss discussions and debates etc.

A student taking online courses needs to manage their classes proactively. There is not an instructor there to remind you to do things on a daily or weekly basis. A computer will never be able to replace a teacher.

Online is impersonal and sometimes it is more difficult to comprehend the material without a lecture. I find that instructors stress the important material during lectures, that which is likely to be found on exams. Online, a student is floundering around trying to study 100% of every chapter with little guidance or willingness on the part of the instructor to help. I have had online classes from HAS teachers who actually typed up lecture notes and put forth extra effort to help students out with the coursework.

Just about everything. You can't get input from other students and the teacher.

T he lack of alternate view points in a discussion.

Everything! It is totally up to the student to make sure that the assignments, etc. are done. You have to be very disciplined.   Also, if something is not understood, you have to email your professor and then wait for a response. That can be a little frustrating. But I like the ability to access my class from wherever I am and not be stressed for time.

It's more flexible, yet you definitely have to be more disciplined.

You get to set your own pace in some ways... mostly going faster if you can. You have to be more motivated to complete work and responsible enough to know when things are due.

MUST BE A SELF STARTED

Online course you work at you own speed. Yea you might get behind or you might not understand some things since you are not in a classroom where a teacher is telling you how to do everything but that is part of taking a class online. Online classes help out my schedule more.

You definitely have to motivate yourself to get your work done. You also in a way have to teach yourself. Which in some cases, like mine where I have a class that is something I don't understand very well, you are teaching yourself.

Can't ask questions directly to the instructor and have more freedom to do things at own time.

less nervousness

A class I can take online is one less class I have to worry about finding at the right time on campus.

you have usually a week or two for assignments so it works out better for me,. instead of an assigned day.

The biggest difference is the fact that you can't raise your hand and ask a question with the expectation of an answer right then. Instead, you have to email the question to the professor and wait for his response.

My house, my chair, and at my own time. Vs. a strict classroom environment and time line, and the teacher.

IT'S MORE ACCESSIBLE AND FASTER TO GET TO. I LIKE THE LEARNING ATMOSPHERE AND THAT YOU ARE NOT IN A CLASS ROOM SETTING AND DO NOT FEEL THE PRESSURES TO COMPETE.

Some situations are more difficult, as you cannot ask questions of the professor and get an answer right then. Also, I have noticed that some professors do not give concise and understandable answers to questions through their emails, which makes it difficult to figure out what they were trying to say. These are the biggest distractions for me.

This is my first online class. I feel that so far it is good, but I was confused at the first. I didn't know how to contact my professor or verify my text.

It depends on the class. I took a math class online and had no instruction from the teacher. I would recommend that math not be offered online. The other courses I have taken have been very interactive with the teacher. All information I needed was provided, and most teachers responded very quickly to my emails.

Everything. From my experience the professors seem to be more available for my questions. I especially appreciate the fact that I don't have to be anywhere at any certain time.

You don't get as much hands on and there isn't as much communication with the instructor.

I don't feel that the instructor is as accessible as he of she would be if I were on campus, but that's understandable __ I'm 100 miles away.    It's nice to be able to fit things to my schedule, and not necessarily to someone else's.

I feel online course are different because there is no real contact with the professor. I seem to have a more difficult time with online courses when I am not exactly sure of what the professor is expecting from me on an assignment. I have read in the signpost or over heard teachers saying that they feel online classes are more personal, or they feel these courses are on a more one to one basis with the student. I would have to disagree.

You lose some in not attending a live lecture, but the courses have been clear in what's expected, where to study, .... Some classes would probably be easier in a "live" classroom.

It is more challenging since it lacks lecture and you can't ask questions when they arise

No classroom and you can do the homework whenever     you want, wherever you want.

more one on one with the instructors, convenience

You don't get the hands on experience as if you were in class.

It seems a little less like indoctrination to some professor's point of view. Also, it's just easier than trudging up the hills at WSU. It's harder in that you have to discipline yourself to get the work done.

I have to be disciplined. I can't just raise my hand and ask a question.

There is a lot of busy work and there is not much interaction between students and professors.

I think you have to put more effort in taking an online course than you do with a campus course because you don't have an instructor standing there telling you what to do, you have to figure out what to do by reading instructions which can be more difficult then listening to someone speak.

The human presence of a teacher

not meeting with the instructor and taking notes

No commute, and for me I feel a more personal connection with my Instructor having to communicate through email nearly every day. and the instructions are there on the net for a quick reference no more waiting till class to get information.

Personal interaction with other students and educators are part of campus life. The campus is also becoming more beautiful. Every semester I return I see different sights, sounds, people, and atmosphere. I do not believe there is anything that could replace actual physical experience of WSU.

I DON'T HAVE THAT ONE ON ONE WITH THE INSTRUCTOR AND THE OTHER STUDENTS. SOME OF THE INSTRUCTORS ARE VERY GOOD ABOUT ANSWERING QUESTIONS THROUGH EMAIL THOUGH.

Convenience. I have a family to take care of. And sometimes required classes on the campus take me away from them at inopportune times and that requires a babysitter.

Online requires more motivation, discipline and follow through because there is less interaction with other people.

there is a lot more personal study

Online classes are for people who are really self motivated. If you can't handle that then they're not good for you. Campus courses are better because then the instructor, if he/she is good, can make it better for you.

direct interaction with faculty and other students

There are both good and bad things. One is that you don't have to attend a class at a specific time. This is both good and bad because while it offers flexibility, it also takes away the personalized nature of most classes at WSU. You don't get as much feedback from the professor or the other students as you would in a traditional classroom. If the class is easy to understand and follow, online is a great way to go. If the class is more complex, like Logistics by Handley, then you either need a teacher that cares about the students, or you need to take it in the traditional way and not online. Online classes aren't given the opportunity to "ask the teacher questions" like traditional classes. All you have is emails and message boards and it's not the same. The response is delayed and often times it's not a show me response, it's a tell me response which makes little sense if any. I like how most classes allow you to turn in assignments as you want to. They have guidelines to follow, but you can finish the whole course early if you want to. You really can work at your own pace.    Also, I don't think you're given the opportunity to evaluate the teachers in an online course like you are in a traditional course.

I miss the human interaction

You're on your own. Everything is up to you. There is no real interaction between yourself and other people taking the class. And of course, the schedule is much more flexible.

The responsibility to complete the course work and pass is totally up to you. It is easier to work while taking online courses and also the hours are a lot more flexible for an online class.

Less interactions with many aspects including professors and other students

The professor is not right there to ask any questions to.

The biggest difference is that you do not hear the lectures and have the interaction with the students and professor. This is why I take almost all my courses on campus.

You don't have to park. They are more flexible, I can fit them into my schedule easier because I can go to class when I have time, instead of having to balance my time around going to class. Also, what is expected of me seems more straight forward.

I would rather have a hands on experience with a teacher. But this is something you have to do on your own, under your own goals

There is no one here to tell me if I'm messing up!

on line is much more difficult

I don't know yet but I think I have to make a really good study plan, and also I have to be very strict myself not to be lazy in my studies.

no personalized attention, must have more motivation

no interpersonal interaction

I feel I have to be more motivated to do the work since no one is telling me to do it in class. The online classes do not seem to require as much work. It is at times hard to understand assignments because there is not a lot of instruction given.

I live in Salt Lake and work full time in Salt Lake. Not making that drive and having to find parking.

It fits into today's life style. You don't have to leave your family, drive to campus, pay for parking, and it fits into your time schedule which is hectic.

The work load is triple the amount of what a campus course is. The computer access must be operational for the student to use it and if there is a problem then the student is out of luck. If you plan a schedule to study and on the day you plan to study the online is not functioning, then your schedule is messed up. Also, I was doing an assignment on the online and after typing for an hour the information to the online course, all my work disappeared. There is no recovery access, undue access, and this work was lost. Having to do assignments twice, once on your own computer and again on the online is a hassle and takes additional time. Professors who plan for online do not take this into account when calculating the time a student spends working on a project. I spent 12 hours the first week on a 3 credit hour class, doing the work, hassling with the online problems, and trying to down load Shockwave, which would not work. After all this work and then to have my work be deleted off the online class was all I could take. I dropped that class and picked up a campus class. I wasted so much valuable time working on the online and learned no more than I do not like it. I would much rather sit in a classroom and have an instructor teach me, have one available to answer questions, and touch base with them than have a computer that has problems control my education. I am an educator myself and until the flexibility of online class increases, this is too stressful of a student to submit themselves too.

Saves time, but is harder to do because of no lecture.

I think online courses require more discipline. I'm not going to class in a classroom, so I have to make sure that I sign on to get the assignments and that I get the assignments submitted by the due date.

I feel like I am working by myself. It is hard to understand some of the concepts. I can't get a feel for what the professor feels is really important. I miss out on the chance of learning from class discussion. But it is worth the sacrifice so I can be home with my kids.

No discussion with the class, no chance to ask a question when covering the material in a lecture. Able to work at own pace to get things done on the due date. Able to contact professor through email rather than talk to them after class.

you can do it at your convenience

On line is more demanding.

able to take the course in the privacy of your own home

The only thing I miss I think is someone explaining the content of assignments so you can ask questions as you go. Online, you are almost too embarrassed to ask questions.

I can have hands on learning and I teach myself how to do things. I learn better that way.

on campus you get the interaction of people to people.

No direct teacher contact.

Online courses require self motivation. The instructor isn't right there holding your hand.

It saves money and is more flexible time wise, but is not as informative. If you are very interested in learning a particular subject in depth, I believe campus classes are the way to go.

It's more of a self teaching class. I can work at my own pace

flexibility and not having to sit in the class room for 2 to 3 hours and being able to still have a full time job

I've heard most of the online courses are actually harder than the on campus classes.     Also, I think a difference is in the pacing of the course, and the availability of times (anytime) to do course work.

I don't know. I have never taken a class on campus

You don't have to go everyday at a certain time

I have had online classes that the Instructor has communicated lectures very well online. I have a class currently that the Instructor placed a eighteen page syllabus on the web page, and I am still not sure what he wants. Other wise online classes require much more self study and persistence.

There is a lot less time spent on the course with, for me anyway, the same amount of knowledge gained. It takes a lot more self discipline, but for me its worth it.

I don't have to worry about parking. The main difference in the classes is that there is no lecture so I mostly have to read the book and teach myself. It takes more discipline to take online courses.

I wouldn't know.

I like being able to go more at my own pace, spending less time on something more on others. I miss hearing the professor's lectures. Sometimes they stress what will be on the tests, and when I have questions it's nicer to be able to ask in class and have them answered directly than have to wait for an answer via email or wait till I have time to go on campus. But, other than that I really enjoy taking online courses. They are very convenient.

No teacher interaction. Material and assignments art out of date. No student interaction.

no interaction with professor or students.

Can go at your own pace.

Everything but the material that is learned

no parking! individually and independence.

There is no interaction.

It is less time consuming. and you can work at your own pace

8. What makes a successful online student?

Dedicated is the most important then focused, interested, and a student who is not a procrastinator.

Self disciplined and motivated to work at school. People who really want to get through school are the ones that are successful, not the ones who don't have a clue where they want to go in life.

Dedication and the drive to go after what you want. You have to REALLY want this to do it online.

just read the book. turn in assignments before the due date. study as normal. relax.

Someone who does not wait tell the last minute to do the work. If one waits, they really can get behind.

Motivation to complete work on time.

Dedicated, Self motivator, Planner, good Time Management, Focused.

Do not procrastinate ad be organized and keep in touch with your instructor.

Determination, responsibility, good studying habits.

Someone who is a self starter and very organized.

don't procrastinate check your email

The ability to get on the same page as the instructor. Keeping up with the course schedule or even working ahead.   Give more attention to an online class than a campus class.   Have a little luck on your side.

Discipline is a major key in taking an online course, it also takes time, willingness, talent, and good reading skills. Knowledge of computer systems or internet wouldn't help either.

HAS EASY ACCESS TO THE INTERNET DOESN'T PROCRASTINATE ON DOING ASSIGNMENTS AND SO FORTH. USES THE INTERNET AS AN OPPORTUNITY TO ENHANCE COMMUNICATION BETWEEN INSTRUCTOR AND STUDENT NOT JUST AS AN ALTERNATIVE TO A PERSONAL VISIT.

Knowing how to use my computer would help (I'm learning fast, with the help of my kids.)   You do need to check in with the class on a regular basis. I learned from my first online classes over the summer, that I can not afford to get behind.

Organized, self motivated, computer literate, good navigational skills

self motivated likes computers good at reading and understanding textbooks familiar with internet and email can understand things without help of others independent

If you check into your class regularly and keep up with the work.

Self motivated. Resourceful. Well versed in online communications.

I have all instructions with me, and I can read again when I don't understand

I think it is one who actually does the assigned work and doesn't procrastinate until the end.

Determination, study skills, and dedication.

Dedication, responsibility, good work ethic.

Someone who is on top of things and understands that they are taking this class independent of any in class instruction.

you can't procrastinate. It's easy to slack, because you think you have so much time, but it goes by fast when you procrastinate.

Self motivated, some computer knowledge and interest

1. discipline 2. lots of free time 3. light class load 4. the same qualities that make up a successful normal student

one that does not procrastinate the work that is assigned.

I have never taken an online class, so I don't know.

Discipline Computer skills Integrity Does not procrastinate

I self motivated individual. You have to want to take the course and spend the time completing it.

An online student must have self discipline and time management skills. The hardest part of the class is trying to keep the due dates of assignments and tests straight. When you have five online classes and no one to remind you when something is due, you really have to pay attention.

Willpower. More so than any other class, an online class forces you to do things for yourself. It does not grudgingly wake you up at 6am, it does not gaze down at you with scorn as you walk into class late, and it does not remind of you upcoming assignments. It is like a memory...always tugging at the back of your mind. And it takes the WILLPOWER to say, "I will finish this class."

To keep up with the due dates. And I like specific due dates. I have found the classes that you can take up to a year to finish, are not easy for me to get done. I have to have a deadline, no matter how frenzied my life becomes.

To contact with the professors.

SELF DISCIPLINE!!!! Do not procrastinate You must be energetic to learn because there is no one in front of the class encouraging you to do your assignments.   The more you know about computers, the better. But you don't have to be a computer whiz to figure it out. Having a cable modem makes me a better student because I don't have the patience to wait for a computer to get the appropriate material for class. Before I had a cable modem, I would be waiting for something to download and it would take forever. I would get too impatient and just say "Screw It!" Then I would get behind on my assignments.

Setting time aside to work on assignments and being self motivated.

I do my work on time or before it is due

Determination, self motivated, honesty, willingness to learn new things and experiment, nontraditional

I need more expedient response to email correspondence as well as more feedback on assignments turned in through email, especially when a poor grade is assigned so I might correct the problem or difficulty.

discipline

Self discipline and keeping up with the work

A good online student is a person who is very self motivated, dedicated and disciplined. You have to have motivation to be able to teach yourself. You also have to be a very responsible person to make sure to turn in all your assignments on time because you don't have the teacher telling you in class. You have to be dedicated and disciplined to get all the work done efficiently and in a timely manner.

A paced course where things are due weekly help me a lot.

dedication, non procrastinator

Determination..

One who is motivated to get on the computer and do the work.    Also, that person would have to be able to understand how to use the services.

Starts early in the semester and makes time to finish the class. Must be motivated and not wait until the last min.

motivated; disciplined; focused; organized.

Must be motivated.   Must have an understanding of the internet. Must learn some netiquette (no caps, no chat room speak, etc.) No procrastination. Must be disciplined. Must have an understanding that online classes should be treated just as on campus classes. Maintain respect for the professor and other students.

Someone who is good at setting goals and who doesn't procrastinate. You have to be good a studying independently.

don't procrastinate and if you have questions make sure you know how to reach instructor

You need to be a self starter.

Dedicated to getting the degree. Self motivated

Proactive, self motivated, attention to detail.

Self motivation, organization, EXTREME DISCIPLINE!!!!

Doing the work. Update yourself on the work and the teacher's instructions.

Online versus traditional: I see no difference. A student will accomplish his/her goals no matter which vehicle is used.

Diligence

Discipline, persistence, self learner

As listed in question '7': motivation responsibility independence computer knowledge

MUST BE A SELF STARTED

To make a successful online student you have to do the work assignments, read the book, and have good study habits. Just because your not in class does not mean you can do everything at the last minute before the semester ends.

Motivation, Determination, definitely one who does not procrastinate. Also one who understands or can learn fast or easily.

someone who is willing to do the work on their own. Someone dedicated to doing it with out a teacher telling them.

determination, wanted to do it,

Self motivated, at least somewhat computer literate.

do your homework before the deadline, hopefully 1 day ahead at least, and also find a quiet time to study.

Doesn't procrastinate Uses email correspondence often with the professor. Self motivated and can learn by reading material instead of hearing the material presented in lecture form.

Working, industrious, and willing to fit school into their day.

SOMEONE WHO READS UP ON INFORMATION AND THEN SUBMITS IT.

I think that what makes a successful online student is someone who is: Self motivated Disciplined Ambitious Interested in the world

I feel a self motivated person is needed to be successful online. Organized as well, it is easy to lose an online class through the cracks if you're not careful.

Student teacher interaction, access to the information needed, dedication, and a realization that as much time needs to be spent (if not more) for online study as for classes on campus.

One who is self motivated enough to get a good start and not fall behind.

Never procrastinate!

I'd say someone who is self motivated and responsible. Maybe even someone who is taking the class because they want to, and not necessarily because they have to. There would be more of a desire and motivation to do well.

DO NOT PROCRASTINATE   Treat it the same as a course on campus

Making goals and being serious about meeting them.

Dedication and discipline

A lot of discipline!!! If you slack off, you     will never catch up.

Dedication

do not procrastinate, communication with instructors

Self-discipline, ability to make sense out of the assignments which is sometimes difficult because it is not in print), and willingness to communicate with instructor if you're having a problem.

I am responsible to learn the material. Some one isn't up in front of the class telling me step by step what to do. If I want the information, I have to find it. Setting a side time each day for my classes, learning to say no sometimes helps. People need to realize, just because we are home, doesn't mean we are free for them to decide what we should be doing.

Keeping track of when assignments are due. Self motivation and discipline.

A student who is independent, who can get the work done on time with the best effort possible.

good computer skills

keeping up and being prompt

Self Motivator!

I am a "first timer" this semester. I can contribute just a few thoughts. I will probably discover more at the end of the semester. A student's success online is very dependant on how well internet services are functioning. Success may also be measured by the student's enthusiasm and working daily with the online courses, not procrastinating. I have also found, through friends that have taken online courses, that the online course in comparison to on campus courses are much more time consuming and more difficult. The structure of the online course needs to be parallel to the class room course as to not frustrate the student. One of my friends has not taken an online course since her first one. She found it to be above and beyond demanding in time and assignments in comparison to on campus courses. Success would also depend on if the student has the online course requires.

MUST BE ABLE TO WORK INDEPENDENTLY AND BUDGET TIME EFFICIENTLY.

Organization. If you could to the best of your ability, work out a time frame for studying, family obligations, work, and free time, then you would be giving the best you can to the people involved in your life. Dedication, without it a time frame would not work out as well as it could.

Independent, motivated, determined

self motivation

Self motivated, hard working, able to budget time, etc.

self-discipline

Not procrastinating. I agree with the statement that it's the biggest killer.     Self motivation. When you don't have a teacher telling you every day that this is what's due tomorrow, it places all the responsibility on you and you have to be motivated enough to find out what's required, stay on top of it, and study hard on your own.    Dedication. This kind of goes along with the motivation because it's easy to get tired towards the end and sort of give up. It's easier without the personal contact you get with a teacher who realizes you're slowing down and pulls you aside after class. I don't feel like the teachers know the online students so it's really up to the students to take on the full responsibility for their learning.

organized and dedicated

Someone who does not procrastinate, is dedicated to doing the required work, and completes all assignments in hopes of getting the best grade possible.

Above all, an online student cannot procrastinate!! A procrastinator should never take an online class. This trait would be defined as self actualization.

Commitment, personal motivation, a self teacher

Writing ability discipline (must stay with the class)

Going online as much as possible to follow up with any assignments that may be due or online discussions that you may have to participate in.

Dedication

Someone who does their work efficiently (online and quickly). Someone who is independent enough to not need as much guidance from a teacher. Someone who works on their own initiative and does not procrastinate the work. Someone who understands the basics of internet communication.

determination

Self motivated, compatible schedule, no little kids.

organization, and self discipline

Convenience

commitment comprehension

stay current

Good time management, asking the instructor questions about their expectations by email, getting things done on time without reminders.

Someone is able to read the instructions and following the course outline to achieve a good grade.

It takes a lot of organization and self motivation. There's no room for procrastination.

dedication. stress free. expertise's on computers. loves to do extreme amounts of work. has lots of time to spend on the computer. loves to buy ink cartridges.

Determination, scheduling,

Disciplined, honest

Task oriented, able to understand and grasp concepts just from reading, and do not procrastinate.

Do the work assigned, don't just do the assignments, but read the chapters and study. Make own schedule to be able to understand the material and email professor if something isn't clear.

ability to work on your own

The ability to schedule your time and keep to your schedule.

determination, attendance, hard work

Someone who is committed. A self starter. You need to be disciplined to go out and get your assignments and submit them and do the work.

You have to be able to actually get on line and do the work. You have to be self motivated.

knowing how to use your time wisely. not be a slacker. understand fully how a computer online works.

timely work. self propelled research and study

Someone who is on the ball and gets assignments in early.

Self motivated Good Scheduler Focused

A successful online student is one that learns from the class they are taking since it is primarily self motivated The student must go to class regularly

Motivated, and a person who doesn't procrastinate.

self motivated disciplined

Getting things done early and not procrastinating

Persistent self motivated diligent driven

self discipline, able to learn material from reading only, not a procrastinator

Self Discipline, strong reading and comprehension skills, and a good memory to remember when the due dates are.

Dedication.

Determination

Self motivated. Discipline. Good study skills. Computer literacy.

discipline.

Some one who is self motivated enough to do the work on their own. Some one who manages time schedules well.

One who is diligent, does not procrastinate, dedicated to their schooling and serious about finishing college

up-to-date dedicated likes to be on the computer

Don't know, this is my first online course.

Computer Skills

9. What advice would you have for someone taking an online course for the first time?

DO NOT PROCRASTINATE! BE VERY FOCUSED!! AND BE DEDICATED!!!

Give your course priority and treat it as important as an on campus course.

Be sure you want this bad enough to do the extra work and make the sacrifices that come with the curriculum. Support from your family, friends and employers is integral to your success as an online student.

Don't wait to do the work. Set the time aside each day to work on the assignments.

ask around and find out who has had a particular professor for a class. then get their advice on exams, expectations, etc. to determine if that professor would be worthwhile to take as an online professor. yes, some teachers are academically great, but can be completely cold-hearted; as if they have an agenda or somehow have to make up for some inadequacy of their own. Kind of like, "now it's payback time". I know it sounds silly, but that's just how it is. So beware of who your online professor is.

Don't put off assigned work.

If your taking a more than one online class buy a calendar and write down everything when its due and print out all the assignment ahead of time to get a feel for what's expected.

Don't procrastinate Be organized Do work whenever you can even if you only have 15 minutes

Don't get behind and stay on top of things

Don't fall behind in your work.

Don't take it unless your have no other options. Plan on spending more time on your online class. I hope you have a dependable ISP. Only do it if you have computer access off campus. (At home) Try to go in and meet with your teacher early on in the class to find out expectations and insight on the course.

Don't quit even though it requires a little bit of effort on your part, it will pay off in the end.

START EARLY SO THAT THEY CAN FIGURE IT OUT BEFORE THE CLASS STARTS. EACH ONLINE CLASS IS A LITTLE DIFFERENT.

Be prepared to really study and read. It was different to me not to actually attend a class and take notes. Be sure to check due dates. Check in with your class as soon as available. Check out the online bookstore and order books early.

Read ALL material and access all hyperlinks. Take an easy class to start out to be sure it's for you.

It is very hard to figure out what the teachers expect of you for the first few weeks, but once you get used to it, it isn't too bad.    It is just difficult to understand all of the teachers' instructions and the syllabus without someone to explain or answer questions.

I don't know this is my first time with an online course.

Go to class. Have a decent computer. Don't procrastinate. Don't be afraid.

read carefully the instructions before start your assignments.

Keep up with the assigned work. Just because you don't have to be at class every day, don't fall behind. Let the instructor get to know you.

Be prepared to study like crazy. There is no one around to ask questions from. Take notes on all the things you need help so you can remember later.

Do not procrastinate!

Set a specific day or days of the week to do you online assignments. Don't wait until the last minute.

don't wait until the last minute

Get started on it right away. Consistently work at it. Plan on more time than you would expect.

To do your assigned early and not what till the dead line because something always comes up

I would like some advice!

Again, this is my first online course! So I think I could use a little advice myself!

They require a lot of work. The first time I took an online course I was stunned at how much time I spent completing the assignments and taking the tests.

Keep Up with the reading and coarse work. It will pile up before you know it.    Email your Professor and tell him about yourself so you can get on a personal basis. You will enjoy your experience much more this way.

Make sure you become obsessive about visiting the site and making sure that you know the deadlines. Put your online classes before any of the others, because they are the easiest to forget.

Try just one to see if it is good. Take something like intro to art or one of those unless you are great with academics. I think I started out with two and did alright. Make sure the professor asks for specific deadlines and don't think that it will be easy because it is online.

I don't know, because it is my first time!

Do not procrastinate Get a cable modem

Set your own deadlines ahead of the teachers and stick to them.

Do your work ahead of schedule, so if there is a problem you can do it again

KEEP UP, it is too easy to say I will do that later, and then you are in a world of hurt trying to play catch up, and to start communication with your instructor as soon as possible, most of them are willing to help in any possible way, but you have to let them know!!!

get a cable modem. You can spend hours and hours online just waiting for pages to load. For example, my online art 1010 took FOREVER to get the homework done because all of the homework involved graphics.

don't procrastinate, email or see instructor with concerns and or questions. Don't take classes that you are not familiar with, it is much harder to learn from a book than gaining info from professors

Don't procrastinate

Don't fall behind. Keep up to date or ahead of all your classes. Keep up on the reading assignments because if you fall behind it just keeps getting worse. When you take tests don't leave them to the very last day. Study and be so prepared that you could take it the first day the test opens.

Don't procrastinate.

Work hard..

If you don't work on the class regularly you won't do well.

Jump in and get the class done.

Order your books at least a month in advance to ensure they arrive b/4 classes start & so you have time to look them over. Also, do a some work each day to stay on top of things.

Do not procrastinate. Do not put anything off. If the class does not have specific due dates, make them for yourself. You must stick to the given or recommended due dates. It is easier to stay with the class than it is to play catch up.    If you are not familiar with the internet, learn about it. Ask friends or family for some first timer tips. Also, look up netiquette. Netiquette is very important.     When taking tests, allot extra time to take the test. This is especially important if you are going to take your tests at the Davis Center. Sometimes you will have to wait for another student to finish their test. If you have a time period to take the test in, say five days, don't wait until the last day. Do not wait until the last day of the semester to take the final test. Take it a day or two before if possible.

Write down the schedule you have to follow for your online course in a planner or on a calendar, so you can be sure to send in your work when it is due.

make sure you understand what is expected and when. try to get ahead.

Keep up on the work Don't leave it until the last minute

Don't procrastinate.

Hang in there and e mail your instructor often.

Make sure that when you first login to the class read through everything and make note of all assignments and tests. This will help give you a feel for how you need to manage your time.

Print the syllabus and all assignments, but keep checking for any changes, because they happen! Communicate with the teacher...often. Ask questions. Be aware of deadlines and get assignments completed early...never wait until the last minute. Make sure you understand how the online system works regarding features such as Web Portfolios, Messages boards, Assignments, hyperlinks, etc. Check to make sure your assignment was sent and received.

I am taking an online course for the first time so I don't know.

READ!! READ!!

I'm one of those first time students.

I am taking it for the first time, but one thing I realized is that even though you're not actually in class, you still need to compensate for that time in addition to your study time.

Keep up with the work... and do ALL the reading! \

Don't get behind. Do all the work and read everything the teacher says. Online classes are not easier at all. You don't have a teacher teaching how to do things or why. Being online you have to learn everything by yourself.

I am a first time online course user so I don't know myself.

that would be me.

check page every other day for changes

This is my first time!

don't be afraid, the teachers are very nice and helpful emailing you back with answers to your questions or problems.

Keep up with the pace of the class and print out a hard copy of the syllabus and all the requirements for the assignments

Have patients and stick with it.

DO NOT GET BEHIND, STAY UP ON INFORMATION AND TURN THINGS IN ON TIME.

Keep on schedule. Getting behind can make these courses very difficult.

I don't know it is my first time.

You will probably enjoy it, but if you like to interact with other students, stick to campus classes. Be prepared to have a fight with your computer sometimes! The web will be slow at times and the site will be down at times.

Don't fall behind. Don't hesitate to contact your professor.

I'm not sure, this is my first course.

I don't know. I'm one of them. Mostly I'd say that they should "Go to Class" often and not get behind. Just realize that they should still act like a student, even though they don't go to an actual classroom.

Make a commitment to keep to the schedule. It's helpful to have a colleague, someone in the same classes.

Don't procrastinate. Communicate with your instructors as much as possible

Relax and take your time.

Check the class at least 3 or 4 times a week and study just like a regular class on campus.

check the class every day to make sure you are still on top of the assignments and the discussions

Print out the assignments and decide how much per day you are going to have to do to get the week's work done in time. Choose a time when there is relatively little to distract you, and do a little planning of when you are going to study the text, do the outside tasks that are required, and how you will handle it if you get stuck.

Organize your time.

Be prepared to set a schedule of when assignments are due and stay up on the course.

Be prepared to work, just because it's an online course doesn't mean you can slack off.

don't panic

do not fall behind

Set aside the right amount of time for all your class work and pay attention to deadlines.

Try it to see if it works for you. Experience an online course at least once. So far, I find it to be an interesting addition to the variety WSU has to offer.

START STUDYING AS SOON AS THE CLASS BEGINS AND KEEP UP WITH ALL THE ASSIGNMENTS. NO ONE WILL BE STANDING OVER YOU WAITING FOR YOUR ASSIGNMENTS BUT YOU WILL STILL BE GRADED ON THEM.

If you have not had a lot of use on the computer, play around with it as much as possible before starting the courses. For example, learn how to cut, copy, and paste. Once you are familiar with your computer the courses may not seem as difficult to get started with.

Do it as much as you can. Don't think that it's a "cop out" for regular classes. Most of the same rules still apply

To make sure that they are self motivated before starting.

Don't procrastinate and make sure you work as hard as you would in a normal class.

Don't be intimidated to send your teachers emails, or repeatedly, if necessary. I always feel like I'm being a bother to the teacher. Especially if they've responded to my email, but haven't necessarily answered my question and I have to email them again. But you have to remember that that's what they get paid for. Also, be sure to check the syllabus regularly. I print it off at the first of the semester, but by the end of the semester, many times it's changed. So it's important to keep current on the information.     Try to get ahead and finish early then you don't have to worry about deadlines sneaking up on you.   Be patient. All new things have bugs to work out and a lot of times computers just don't work the way they're suppose to. It can be frustrating at times, but overall, I think it's a good experience. I enjoy taking classes online and wish more were offered that way.

ask for help if you need it, keep up with he assignments and due dates of projects

Ask me next semester, this is my first online course.

Always keep up with the class work as if required to. The only difference between taking an online course and a classroom course is the actual class time. The studying habits and time spent studying should remain the same.

stay up on the due dates and visit the sites to keep on the ball. Set-aside time each day for this course since you don't go to a class to get involved in it.

Understand the web tools and resources. Don't be afraid to email the instructor

On the first day that you are able to go to class online print out all of the assignments and the syllabus so that you know when things are due and what is expected of you.

This is my first time, but I would recommend no procrastinating.

Have fun, get to know the other people in your class through discussions, chatting, etc.

to keep up with the work

Find time to yourself to log into class and complete assignments. Don't let yourself procrastinate.

organization and discipline

I need someone's advice if I could, because I'm a new student.

be sure that you understand everything before moving on. Also, stay in touch with your preceptor.

Contact the instructor right away, get his/her help and stay current with the course material and assignments.

Ask the instructor for help. They are there to answer your problems and concerns. Not many students take advantage of this and so I noticed that teachers are impressed when I did drop them a note.

Read everything carefully.

Take your time read all the information given to you. Access your instructor often if there are any questions.

Don't!! I have talked to others and they have had bad experiences as well. This was comforting to me because I thought I was stupid. I would advice them to check the syllabus and see if the work load is worthy of their time and effort. I would tell them to have a quality computer. I would explain to them how it works in greater detail. I would wish them luck.

Determination, scheduling,

stay on top of the work load

Make sure that you log on at least daily to keep track of what your assignments are and when they are due. Procrastination will kill you.

Do not wait until the last minute to do the assignments. Spend a lot of time studying for tests.

Make sure the work is done, that questions are asked if not understood.

Budget your time to include a regular schedule for on-line classes. Keep careful notes on work in progress. many of my assignments were wiped-out several times making it difficult to repeat the work without notes.

attend all of the meetings and do assigned work

Just go to your online course everyday. Keep the course in the forefront of your mind. Hang in there, it gets easier.

Just to dive in and do the work.

Organize your time so you do not become a slacker. understand fully how to operate an online course before you sign up. if you don't have to take it online don't . interacting with the professor and students is a lot more beneficial in the long run.

don't delay

Ask questions, email your instructor often, find out if he/she has regular office hours and stop by every few weeks and ask for feedback.

Stay with or ahead of schedule. Ask questions before and after assignments. (Helps you get to know the instructor, and what he/she expects)

This is my first time, I don't have enough experience to offer advice.

read, read, read and understand that it is not always as easy as it sounds

Pace yourself, and make sure you do the work. Set your own deadlines.

get started right away take one assignment at a time

don't procrastinate, treat the online course as a course that you attend on a regular basis.

Stay on schedule and make a plan to do the studying required.

set aside a time period as if you would be going to class to make sure you accomplish your assignments in a timely manner. Don't procrastinate.

Keep up with the work.

Don't wait 'till the end to turn everything in. Try to get everything done as soon as possible, and don't be afraid to email the teacher when you have questions. Also, the Distance Learning Center is also very helpful.

Check the class every day. Don't procrastinate the work.

know what is expected in the class and pace yourself

Stay on top of things and don't get behind

keep in touch with your professor with any questions, dumb or not.

Keep up with the work