How to be a Successful Online Student

Is Earning Your Degree Online Right For You?

If you communicate, read, and find information online in your daily life, then taking your education from a classroom to a computer can feel like a pretty natural progression.

Our world is made up of high-speed internet, mobile devices like smart phones, and communication via emails and texts. You may also already be in the habit of reading articles, looking up recipes, or searching for the best local gym to join in the online world already.

Working and studying from the comfort of your own home or favorite coffee shop, on your own schedule, is a huge benefit. It unchains you from the strict, rigid class schedules and locations at a traditional university.

If you're asking "Is an online university right for me?" read on.

Here are some ideas for how to be a thriving digital student, and why online learning might be right for you…

Suggestions for Online Learning Success

BRUSH UP ON BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS

You don't have to be extremely tech-savvy to succeed in online courses, but if you’re not comfortable with a computer, or it’s been a while since you've worked on one, you may want to practice basic computer and internet skills before signing up for a class.

Some basic programs and skills you'll want to know how to use include:

Internet Search Browsers
Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Adobe Reader (For Viewing and Saving PDF Files)

Stable Connection

Don’t get held up or distracted with computer troubleshooting. Make sure your computer and internet are working and ready to go before you start class.

SELF-MOTIVATION

Because there is no set class schedule, it’s up to you to complete the required coursework. Dedicate time for your education by allowing yourself to be fully focused and undisturbed.

Remember that this is something you’re doing for you!

In addition to your professors and academic tutors, there are also various online studying tools and programs to assist you with your coursework.

The Student Portal at CSU Global will have a lot of resources to help you be successful, but here are some popular online tools for you to check out before registering:

Quizlet, a website that allows you to use flashcards, quizzes, and various studying games in numerous subjects.
Evernote, a program which helps you organize your class notes along with links to resourceful websites, and multimedia like audio clips, photos, and videos.
Bartleby, a free website which publishes the classics of literature, nonfiction, and reference text.

CREATE YOUR OWN SCHEDULE

If you’re waiting for work to free up, or family life to settle down before considering school, you may find yourself waiting indefinitely.

With the flexible schedule that comes with an online education at CSU Global, now is always a good time to obtain your degree. With no set class schedule, you can complete your program in your own time, when it’s most convenient for you.

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HAVE AN OPEN MIND

Online learning is different from a traditional classroom, so go into it with a good attitude and keep your ultimate goal in the forefront of your mind; begin class with a purpose. We know you’ll love the results and experience you'll gain from your CSU Global online degree program.

WE’LL HELP YOU REACH YOUR GOALS

Want to further your career?

At CSU Global, you can earn your bachelor’s or master’s degree in one of many specific online degree programs from a well-respected and accredited institution.

Just looking to gain more skills in a specific area?

An online certificate of completion may be right for you. We offer ways of earning alternative credit and accept transfer credit so you’ll get your degree, or complete your program, in less time at a lower cost.

Whatever you’re looking for in professional or academic advancement, CSU Global has options that fit your needs.

AN AFFORDABLE EDUCATION

CSU Global offers reputable education at a fraction of the cost of other institutions. Plus, with our Tuition Guarantee, as long as you are enrolled in courses for your degree, your tuition fee will never change, allowing you to budget your life accordingly.