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Tips For Online Success

Become a More Organized and Diligent Online Student

Tips For OnlineSuccessBecome a More Organized and Diligent Online Student
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Communication

As an online student, it is crucial to communicate with your teacher. Since your teacher cannot see a look of confusion or frustration on your face, it is important to get in touch with your teacher right away when you need assistance. If you do not speak up and ask questions, your teacher will assume you understand the course content. If you have been absent due to an illness or family situation, communicate this in a timely manner so you and your teacher can work together to get you back on track. So, make sure you communicate regularly via email, synchronous session, or other means. Remember, teachers are not mind readers and it is up to you to keep them in the loop!
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Synchronous Sessions

Synchronous sessions are a great way to:
  • Interact with your online teacher and classmates,
  • Review and reinforce course content
  • Study and review for tests
  • Ask questions
If you can not attend the live sessions, make an effort to access the recordings! Click HERE for more information on Adobe Connect sessions.
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Organization

Organization is key to your success and GaVS provides tools to help you stay organized!
  • Use the course checklist to keep track of your assignmnts
  • Follow your course pacing schedule and complete tasks daily
  • Stay ahead of schedule
  • Attend a session to learn how to navigate your course (see below)
  • Click on the PowToon below to learn more!
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Study Environment

Did you now small changes to your study environment can result in more effective study sessions? Consider some of these study strategies:
  • Sit away from distractions and under good lighting
  • Study during the day
  • Take breaks
  • Join a study group
  • Set a realistic schedule
For more study tips click HERE.
Don't miss out...learn more about resources and tips to get organized in your online course by watching a super fun cartoon! Click on the PowToon link below to check it out!
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Online Course Navigation Session

Having trouble navigating your online course? Did you know taking time in the beginning of of your online experience to become familiar with the new environment will save you time in the long run! Watch this recorded session to learn everything you will need to know to find your way around your GaVS course.

Parent Auditor Account

The parent auditor account is not only a useful tool for parents to stay in the loop with what is going on in their student's Georgia Virtual School course, but also a way to help keep their child on track in their online course. To learn more about creating and using the parent auditor account, please click HERE or talk to the course instructor.


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Contact Us

Georgia Virtual School
Phone 404.657.0574
Fax 770.357.3704
www.gavirtualschool.org

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