Description of Quest for Online Success Learning Modules
Module 1 – Identifying Strengths and Weaknesses (New Students take SmarterMeasure)
SmarterMeasure Sub-tests
- Life Factors (Time, Place, Reason, Resources, Skills)
- Individual Attributes (Academic Attributes, Help Seeking, Persistence, Procrastination, Time Management, Locus of Control)
- Learning Styles (Solitary, Logical, Social, Verbal, Aural, Visual, Physical)
- Online Reading Rate and Recall
- Technical Competency (Computer and Internet Competency)
- Technical Knowledge (Technology Usage, Technology in your Life, Technology Vocabulary)
- Typing Speed and Accuracy
Module 2 – Introduction to Online Learning (New Students)
- learn the differences between online and classroom instruction
- learn myths and realities of online learning
Module 3 – Getting Tech Ready (New Students)
- learn the hardware and software requirements of most online courses
- learn the value of a fast Internet connection
- learn how to locate and download the free plug-ins your course may require
- learn the basics of email
- learn how to obtain tech support if you need it
Module 4 Becoming an Effective Online Learner (All Students)
- learn how to organize your space, your course materials and yourself
- learn tips and tricks for time management
- learn the importance of setting up a schedule that works for you
- learn the perils of procrastination
- learn how to communicate effectively online (asychronously and synchronously)
- learn the difference between reading print and online texts
- learn strategies to stay focused when reading (and studying) online
Module 5 – Career Planning (All Students)
- learn the basic components of making a career decision
- learn how college majors and career are related to one another
- learn how occupational information is organized
- learn how career counselors can help you make decisions
Module 6 – Educational Planning (All Students)
- learn the importance of making a preliminary and then a comprehensive educational plan
- learn how effective education plans are driven by college major and transfer school requirements
- learn how to figure out if your course selection prepares you to complete your community college requirements as well as prepare you to finish your transfer college major in a timely fashion
- learn how to prepare so you get the most out of your meetings with your academic adviser/counselor
Module 7 – Instructional Support (All Students)
- learn student success basics: time on task, scheduling study time, and the benefit of studying with others
- learn how to access online tutoring and basic skills support
- learn how to access online instructional support services
Module 8 – Personal Support (All Students)
- learn how personal issues can create barriers to academic success
- learn how issues such as test anxiety, relationship issues, substance abuse, and stress can affect college students
- learn where and how to find support for these concerns
Module 9 Financial Support (All Students)
- learn ways of paying for college
- learn about managing money while in college
- learn financial aid basics
- learn how to find online financial aid and financial planning resources