Is OL for Me?

Is Online Learning for Me?

Successful online learning requires a special set of skills. The academic skills you mastered for traditional schooling are even more important for mastering the online course environment. Below is the list of the important skills you need to succeed in online classes.

  • Self-motivation
  • Self-discipline
  • Time management
  • Computing skills - read Computing Skills section for more information
  • Blackboard Skills - Blackboard is the college's Learning management System for online course delivery. Blackboard is easy to learn using the online Blackboard resources for students or by participating in the face-to-face workshops offered each semester.

Before registering for an online course, we encourage you to take the Online Learning Self-Assessment to find out how well Internet-based courses fit your needs and lifestyle.