Online Learning and Technology for Students

Online classes can sometimes feel like you are learning in a bubble, but here’s a secret: your instructors want to help you succeed! The key to breaking that bubble? Effective communication. Let us explore how to do it right (and what to avoid). 

I follow a blog by the author of a textbook that I use for my News Writing students and one of his recent posts really hit home. Vince Filak got it right when he said that students mistakenly think that 1) students are bothering the professor if they ask for help; 2) professors like failing students; and 3) professors do not care. Let’s chat about these. I will keep it short and sweet, but I want to be sure that you know these are myths. Here is my recap of Filak’s myth-busting (but in my own words):

Welcome to the Fall 2024 semester. If you’re new here, welcome to CCRI! If not, welcome back! We’re happy to have you working toward your educational goals with us. I am Beth Anish, Dean of the Learning Commons and Classroom Technology.