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Great Apps for Online Students

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Taking an online course — or enrolling in an online degree program — requires a lot of self-motivation and time management to complete assignments and tasks, meet deadlines, and plan for exams. Enlist the help of desktop and phone apps to get organized, connect with other students, and stay focused...

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Time Management Strategies to Thrive Online

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Update: As of December 2019, Jami Rush is Dr. Jami Rush upon completion of the Doctorate in Ed. Leadership program. Congrats, Dr. Rush! Online students have a lot on their plates. Many juggle work, family, and social lives on top of school. Jami Rush knows the balancing act well. Beyond her roles as...

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A closer look at learning online at ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ Lafayette

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Online learning has opened the doors of higher education to students from all walks of life, but it can still seem mysterious if you haven’t seen up close how it works. Online degree programs have become a preferred way for working adults to complete degrees and advance their careers. The University...

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Tips for Introducing Yourself in an Online Course

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One of the first assignments you’re likely to encounter as an online student is introducing yourself either through a Moodle discussion forum or by video. Here are some tips for making a great impression and connections in your online course: The Basics If your instructor posts their own...

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Earning a Degree Online as a Military Service Member

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As a military service member, you might be contending with changing schedules and unexpected travel. Earning a degree online can provide flexibility by allowing veterans to complete coursework without having to attend on-campus classes. The ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ offers support through...

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How to Study for Your Online Classes

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As an online student, you get used to fitting coursework or study sessions in between everything else. But when the end of the term is approaching, having a study strategy can have big payoffs for your sanity and your degree plan. Use these six tips along with what you’re already doing to create a...

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You Should Call Your Advisor When...

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As an online student at the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ, you have a support team to help navigate your academic degree program as well as University processes. One of your star players will be your academic advisor. Why should I call my advisor? Advisors are available during advising...

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What to do the First Day in Online Courses

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No first day of class looks the same for ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ online students. For some, the first day of class starts alongside a morning cup of coffee, others might open the ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ Lafayette app during a lunch break, others won’t begin until all the day’s work is done and the rest of...

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Writing Resources You Need This Semester

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Among the top skills online students need to be successful are strong written communication skills. Regardless of what your schedule looks like this semester, anticipate a fair amount of writing. If you need help, there are several places to look before you even begin your assignments. Spelling and...

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Prep for Next Semester Without Opening a Single Book

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Even after you click submit on that last final of the semester, you’re still a ÌìÃÀ´«Ã½°²×¿ÆÆ½â°æ online student. So why not spend some of the time between semesters improving your student skillset? Growing these skills may allow more time for non-school work, or allow you to take...

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