How to Survive Summer School!
By Sylvia S. adapted from the article “Amy's Survival Guide to Summer School” by Amy, a former TutorTalk Editor
Introduction
Whether you’re a savant or novice when it comes to online learning, summer courses require a different mindset than traditional classes. This presentation will show you a step-by-step process for succeeding in an NCVirtual summer course.Tip: Before we get started congratulate yourself! Choosing to participate in an NCVirtual class over the summer shows great initiative and true determination. Relax, you’re going to do fine!
Below is a presentation displaying 5 important steps for success in an NCVirtual summer course:
Conclusion
It may feel like a lot, but if you can apply these steps to your summer course you will be well on your way to success! Ask any questions you have now! The PTC team is here and ready to help you. Carefully managing your summer won’t ruin the fun. With luck, your NCVirtual class will add to your summer plans rather than impede them. Who knows, you may find you prefer translating Latin from your lounge chair on the beach or next to a pool rather than hunched over your desk at home. |
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Tip: For additional information on motivational and time management strategies, check out these previous TutorTalk articles:
This is a very helpful 5 step "how to" process for succeeding in summer school that could easily be applied to succeeding at all educational endeavors. Creating a schedule, connecting to teachers and other stakeholders, and finding the motivation to learn is the key to educational success whether in a 6 week course or a 16 week course.
ReplyDeleteGreat tip about printing out the pacing guide! Even though this is an online course, with the quick 6 week schedule, having a guide to LOOK at will be very helpful for keeping up with assignments and due dates. Crossing off assignments as you complete them is a great visual way to see your accomplishmnets.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very useful summary for those about to commence summer school. It focuses on what students need to do rather than enter a course blindly and feel lost navigating canvas. I thought the emphasis on using the Peer Tutoring Service and Virtual Buddy system is a great tool students working at home can rely on. Hopefully they don't feel too isolated and have multiple avenues to pursue when they need help getting through the course.
ReplyDeleteWith summer school being so fast-paced, guides to organizations and keeping on track are so important!
ReplyDeleteI really liked how this blog post took a positive attitude towards summer learning. These tips are helpful and introduce students to beneficial course information to plan for success.
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Thanks for sharing these amazing tips. Summer School can be a lot more interesting with these time management techniques. Summer school programs allow you to experience a different style of learning.
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ReplyDeleteGreat way to explain to students how to succeed in Summer School!
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