Greetings Dena and Fellow Lib3 Classmates,
This class was a more intense online course. Last semester I was in Lib2, which was somewhat easier, as the research questions were about half of Lib3. We had more student interaction in
some of other online classes(I am basically an online student due to my back injury), but I am
becoming slowly but surely acclaimated. to the distant learning system. I think some students
may get overwhelmed with the online format because it so different from the traditional class-
room setting and lectures. Working through pain and medication has been rough for me, but I
believe this type of "library research" is a must for not only for the disabled, but working parents/students.
I prefer face to face vs. online, but due to my current situation I am glad such an alternative
exists, so we just have to try and make the best of it. I like to listen to the lectures, and be able
to ask questions for clarification, or even stay for extra help when needed. In some of my other
online courses, we had set days to come to the library, or meeting rooms, where the instructor
was available certain hours one on one with students, on a first come first serve basis.
Online courses are harder than traditional classroom interaction, because one must be totally committed as well as disciplined to remained focused. So much can come up in the home setting
with family, noisy neighbors, personal problems, kids, grandkids...whew, or anything can distract you. So you need a quiet place to work uninterrupted. At my home there is only one computer, so I end up working online early or late when it is most serene.
Lib3 has been my toughest online course yet, but I believe challenges and adversity can reveal ones true character, and lead you into your destiny when you learn from it. Dena, I've learned alot and just wish I had more time with you, to pick your brain because going through this format after my late start, I know you have so much more to teach me(us). I am definitely more
critical and analytical in my thinking online, searching for accuracy and truth in all websites.
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Hi Patrick,
ReplyDeleteI definitely agree that online courses are more intensive than I had originally thought. It takes a lot of focus and commitment and determination on the part of the student to follow through. I'm still on the fence about whether I prefer face-to-face or online classes but much like you, I need to have the option of working and studying from home.
Congratualtions on finishing this course and best of luck in your future classes.
Best,
Hang