Success in an online course or program requires specific student attitudes and approaches to learning. To ensure academic success in online education, your child should have:

• Maturity to complete tasks with little supervision from the class instructor

• Motivation to complete work alone when you are not around

• Time management skills to study and complete assignments

• Technology skills required to take on an online course

• Students who are most successful in online programs are those who:

• Have completed homework on a consistent basis in a traditional classroom setting

• Have encouraging supervision at home

• Have a positive attitude about school are conscientious and persistent in accomplishing goals

• Encourage your child and give positive feedback.

• Allow your child or teen to ask you for help.

• Encourage your teen or young adult to take responsibility for contacting his or her teachers, rather than having you contact them.

• Familiarize yourself with the curriculum. Work with your child or teen to develop a manageable study schedule.

• Model good time-management strategies, such as developing a personal schedule or daily "to do" list. Help your child to use these strategies.

• Talk to your child or teen about appropriate ways to communicate with teachers and classmates.

• Make sure your child has the necessary basic typing and computer skills.

• Evaluate your child's level of self-motivation. Talk about the many advantages of getting an education and earning a degree. Check your child's progress by using whatever methods the school provides (such as a parent portal website). Talk directly with your child about his progress and grades and check in with the teachers periodically.

• Provide an optimal study space at home with minimal distractions, good lighting, comfortable seating, working computer and good wrist support.

• Never hesitate to call or write to school staff when you have questions or concerns.

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