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Tips for Passing an Online Course First Time
Thandiwe Mokoena
- 9 January 2024
- Comment 4
Passing an online course starts with a fixed routine. Pick two or three times a week, log in at those times and treat them like a class you cannot skip.
Open the course page on day one and note every due date. Studiepoort sends reminders, but a wall calendar helps too. Sipho Ndlovu from Student Support says most missed marks come from late submissions, not hard content.
Education is the passport to the future, for tomorrow belongs to those who prepare for it today. Malcolm XIf you get stuck, message your tutor early. Download lessons while you have Wi-Fi, so a data shortage or power cut does not set you back.
Make a quiet study spot
You do not need a big desk. A corner of the kitchen table works if it is the same place each time. Keep water, a charger and your notebook close, so you are not up every five minutes.
Join the discussion
Post one question or answer on the course forum each week. Reading how other students explain a topic often clears up what the lesson left unclear, and tutors reply faster than you might expect.
Naledi Mahlangu
I enjoyed this post. Very helpful article! The tips on planning around due dates made my week much easier.
Bongani Zulu
Thank you for your kind words! Glad to hear you found the tips useful. Your support means a lot to us. Thanks!
Ravi Naidoo
Useful blog for students. Clear advice on studying online and staying on top of assignments. Practical tips that I could use the same day. Well done!
Chantelle Adams
Helpful study advice! This blog explains exam preparation and online learning in plain language, which is great for first-years and matric learners alike. Thanks!