Attributes and characteristic of the online learner
1.0 : Introduction
Nowadays we can see the increased of importance of the information and communication technology( ICT). Lots of transaction can be done online such as buying and selling activities and so on. In education, we can see that people not only been able to search information online but we can now study online to further our study. So with this transformation we can earn benefits in online learning.
Even it gives benefits to us, but in order to be a successful learner in an online learning environment, a students need to have his or her positives attributes. Distance learners must have a diversity of traits in order to find success in online courses. Unique characteristics are possessed by online learners. Distance education is addressed by all ages. Simonson, Smaldino, Albright & Zvack recognize accurate educational setting, prior knowledge, and learning styles as indicators of successful distance learners (2009). The learner’s biggest worry when starting an online courses is generally “will I understand” “what I am suppose to do” and “how to do it”. Actually, the idea of online learning is to give the learner all the tools to complete the tasks, but also to guide the learner into the path which will facilitate a positive learning experience. Of course as the learner you will need to participate in the learning experience.
In reality, online courses require just as much, if not more, time and energy as traditional classroom courses. It also requires specific computer skills and learning strategies in order to succeed.
2.0 Attributes and characteristic of the online learner
2.1. Persistence
Persistence is perhaps the biggest key to success in online learning. Students who succeed are those who are willing to tolerate technical problems. The student must seek help when needed. This is because the student will be able to understand any topic of courses better when someone else can help to explains on the topic
Nowadays we can see the increased of importance of the information and communication technology( ICT). Lots of transaction can be done online such as buying and selling activities and so on. In education, we can see that people not only been able to search information online but we can now study online to further our study. So with this transformation we can earn benefits in online learning.
Even it gives benefits to us, but in order to be a successful learner in an online learning environment, a students need to have his or her positives attributes. Distance learners must have a diversity of traits in order to find success in online courses. Unique characteristics are possessed by online learners. Distance education is addressed by all ages. Simonson, Smaldino, Albright & Zvack recognize accurate educational setting, prior knowledge, and learning styles as indicators of successful distance learners (2009). The learner’s biggest worry when starting an online courses is generally “will I understand” “what I am suppose to do” and “how to do it”. Actually, the idea of online learning is to give the learner all the tools to complete the tasks, but also to guide the learner into the path which will facilitate a positive learning experience. Of course as the learner you will need to participate in the learning experience.
In reality, online courses require just as much, if not more, time and energy as traditional classroom courses. It also requires specific computer skills and learning strategies in order to succeed.
2.0 Attributes and characteristic of the online learner
2.1. Persistence
Persistence is perhaps the biggest key to success in online learning. Students who succeed are those who are willing to tolerate technical problems. The student must seek help when needed. This is because the student will be able to understand any topic of courses better when someone else can help to explains on the topic
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