Tips for Online Learning Success
On this page we try to share a few common sense things that successful online students advice others to do.
Remember!
Don't ecpect online courses to be easier or take less time
The very first online class may feel overwhelming. Anything new can feel overwhelming. Online courses are no different. It takes time to learn how to go through the classes and to communicate with others online. Think about ways to stay motivated , focus on your overall education goals and keep moving forward.
Follow as many of these tips as possible.
Take full advantage of BİLGİ resources
BİLGİ has a variety of online and on-campus resources available to students. Instructional video tutorials of online tools, free Microsoft Office 365 products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), oneDrive account for file storage and sharing, Zoom web-conference account for online group collaboration, library, computer labs, and the Student Mobile App to learn on the go. Familiarize yourself with available resources to use them for increased learning experience and success in your courses.
Create a schedule and manage your time wisely.
Keep a semester and a weekly calendar. On the first day of class, read the course syllabus and enter all due dates in your calendar.
Commit to studying or participating in your online class for at least three hours per week. Learn the difference between asynchronous and synchronous format and develop strategies for success in each format. Prioritize your work. What due dates are coming up first? What information is the most important for you to learn? What assignments are worth the most points? Make a smart decision about how to best spend your time.
Stay organized
Have a designated study space that is free of distractions so you can focus on your work.
Prepare as if you have to teach the information you are studying. Organize information by creating charts, outlines, study guides, flashcards, concept maps and chapter maps. ,
Remain engaged throughout the whole course.
Prepare and review for every lesson, attend virtual class sessions and take notes Analyze all returned quizzes and tests as well as any instructor feedback. Make use of office hours on a regular basis and ask questions to your instructors. Join class discussions to meet your classmates.
Speak up if you are having problems
Technical difficulties are not an excuse for late or missed assignments. If you are having technical difficulties, or problems open a tiket with lms.support@bilgi.edu.tr
Take care of yourself.
Stay healthy by getting adequate rest, nutrition and exercise. Use positive self-talk to reduce anxiety. Schedule time to take care of yourself and spend time with your friends and family.
Monitor your self-talk and stay positive. Your success has as much to do with your effort as it has to do with your ability.
If you need help please get in touch with BİLGİ Psychological Counseling Unit pdb@bilgi.edu.tr which works on appointment basis except for cases of emergency.
Know where to turn for help.
Need tech support? We’ve got that! lms.support@bilgi.edu.tr
If you need assistance for a disability you can get in touch with Unit for Students with Disability at engelliogrencibirimi@bilgi.edu.tr
If you need help with your registration or records please contact Student Affairs office at ogrenciisleri@bilgi.edu.tr
For questions regarding coursework please contact your instructor.