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i’m going into my senior year of h.s. what are the benefits of taking college courses online?
Online classes are a great way to take classes if you are strapped for time and can’t fit a course into your schedule. That being said…online classes are not for everybody. Often they are "Read chapters 1 and 2, and then take the test." So it’s mostly "learn on your own". You MUST have the ability to keep up with work, by going to a class M W F you are constantly reminded…"Do this assignment, this is due then, that was due last week." With online classes you are your own master, and if you don’t do the work in a certain period of time you’re screwed.
Some people also have the misconception that online courses are easier, they are not. They are different. Some people excel at reading and then taking a test, others do not. If you can manage your time well (and you need to be honest with yourself on that) then you’ll do fine.
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I wasn’t sure if you had to have graduated or not. I’m looking into taking Psychology courses. I want to go to college for pre-med and then go to med school to become a psychiatrist. While you don’t NEED psychology, it’s the main reason I want to be a psychiatrist. I figure it might be fun to take some college courses.
Also can anyone recommend a good online site for courses?
well i was able to take college courses in high school, so i don’t see why online courses would be different. as for good online classes, you might want to check out what your local community college has to offer, and make sure that the school you want to go to for real college will except transfer credits.
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I’m taking college courses and community college in addition to my standard 6 periods at high school. I still have not gotten credit for one of the classes I took in the summer, and I am wondering how to get it on to my transcript. It is very important, because without this credit I cannot graduate, even though I took the course. Thanks in advance!
Yea, my school has 6 periods too, so we are limited of taking College courses or APs in my school.. But it will appear on ur trancsript and ur average will be slightly higher if u calculate the numbers on the transcript cause the grades are weighted
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I go to Delta College in California and they have internet classes available. I was wondering if I take the internet classes if they were as good as actual courses in reagards on how they look on your transcript. Do they look worse? Does it eveb matter?
They look worse because everyone knows it is notoriously easy to cheat on the online work and tests.
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I work full time and I’ve been thinking of taking some college classes online. Is it easy to get started? Do I have to take any general courses before I start the classes (I’m interested in Real Estate) I’m interested in? Any input is appreciated. Thank you!
the school you go to and program you choose will determine what pre-requisites, if any, you have to complete
here are some things to consider when looking into online classes:
– make sure the school is accredited
– very important: most of the reading/work will be done on your own so you have to be a self-starter and be self-motivated, you have to be able to learn from what you read and shouldn’t be a person who prefers to be "taught" the material
– you should be 100% comfortable with computers and the internet
- you should have a reliable computer and DSL access from home
- you need to make sure that you have "alone time" to dedicate to your class… doing schoolwork while the kids are around or when you are at work or when the kids settle down (at 11pm) will never work
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i am not good in math at all, and i never took chemistry. so i was wondering what i should major in and what courses i should take in college to help me become a weatherman.
Unfortunately you are going to have to take math. But you do not have to be good at it. Just get through it. After that you will not need it that much.
But this is the typical math you will have to take. Most weatherman these days have to be meteorologists.
The following mathematics courses are required for a B.S. in meteorology:
MAC 1114 Trigonometry (2 credits) and MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra (3 credits)
(MAC1114 and MAC1140 should be taken the same semester.)
MAC 2311 Calculus with Analytic Geometry I (4 credits)
MAC 2312 Calculus with Analytic Geometry II (4 credits)
MAC 2313 Calculus with Analytic Geometry III (5 credits)
MAP 2302 Ordinary Diff. Eq. (3 credits) or MAP 3305 Engineering Mathematics I (3 cr)
I took this kind of math and am not any good at it. But people were helpful and that makes it possible. Never have had to use it since, but I recognize how it works, but would really struggle if I had to do it.
Good luck
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I have to start off at a community college for 2 years, because of some not so smart high school educational decisions. Which courses should I take? I’m horrible at math, English is my best subject and I want to go into law. In 2 years I want to transfer to either USC or UCLA, so please help me. Thank you.
First, look at the general education/core class requirements at USC and UCLA.
Then look at their transfer policies. See if they will take classes in your major, core classes, electives, etc.
Most likely you will want to get your core classes out of the way at the CC. That means classes like English 101, Bio 101 and Intro to Political Science type stuff. Unless you have a good reason (ie transfer policies, totally brilliant professor) avoid taking elective or major classes.
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When you first get to college, you will be in a period of transition. You’ll have to adjust to a new environment, new living situation, new people and new priorities. Adjusting will take a little time, but you’ll settle into your new surroundings before you know it.
Here are five tips to help you cope with your new college environment.
1. Find allies
Find people who are intelligent, hard working and fun, and associate with them frequently. It’s never too early to start building your support network. Seek out people who share your interests and priorities. Mix it up. Find study buddies and party people. The more reliable acquaintances you have, the easier it’ll be to cope with your new situation.
2. Befriend your professors
don’t adopt an adversarial take on your professors. These people are here to help you, so take advantage of it. When you meet with your professors during office hours, you’ll have an easier time getting through your courses. You could even form a lasting bond with your instructors. The more professors you know in your department, the better your overall performance in your major will be. Once you have completed your studies, these people will be deciding whether or not you are worthy of honors recognition. If everyone’s already your pal, then you’re much more likely to be recognized as a stand out student.
3. Play hard and work even harder
You can’t just study for weeks at a time without a break, and you can’t party every single night without getting your work done. Find a happy medium between social and scholastic obligations. Discover the balance that’s right for you.
4. Keep in touch with family and friends
Just because you moved away from home, it doesn’t mean that you have to break off all ties with your friends and family. Keep in touch. Call people. Write emails. Update your status with the people who care about you. You can still assimilate into college life, but you’ll have open channels of communication with your loved ones back home.
5. Learn campus geography
Get to know your way around campus. Learn short cuts so that you can get to your classes on time. Scope out quiet places to work, and locate spots where you can have some fun. The sooner you familiarize yourself with your surroundings, the more quickly you’ll feel comfortable in your new environment. Also be sure that you know you’re way around the town or city that your college is located in.
College is a new experience, but you can handle it. Cope by making connections with your colleagues and professors. Find the right balance between having fun and getting work done. Keep in touch with the people you love, and learn your new surroundings. Before you know it, you’ll be totally adjusted to your new life on campus.
Chris Stout
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