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Caitlin
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How do I balance school and work ?
I'm currently working full time, and planning on starting and online degree full time in the fall, any advice?
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Sonjanita L. Moore
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I did this and one things I didn't realize/that wasn't explained to me by the university is that classes auto-enroll every 8 weeks. There was no automatic break as existed for students taking classes in person. So, I advice that you speak with a counselor via phone, chat or email to ask any questions you may have before your term begins.
Also, make a weekly plan for yourself that includes time to study/read, rest/relax, family time, work, etc. Obviously each day or week will fluctuate due to what you have going on in your life but blocking out time in your calendar helps, liek I literally had blocks called ME TIME in my calendars to remind myself to look away from the screen and to take breaks.
Also, make a weekly plan for yourself that includes time to study/read, rest/relax, family time, work, etc. Obviously each day or week will fluctuate due to what you have going on in your life but blocking out time in your calendar helps, liek I literally had blocks called ME TIME in my calendars to remind myself to look away from the screen and to take breaks.
Sonjanita L., thank you!
Caitlin
Rebecca Tang
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Thank you for your question. Firstly, you need to find a time management tool to help, e.g. Google Calendar, MS Outlook, Phone Calendar, etc.
Below are my suggestions :
1. Firstly, put down the time you need to work
2. You can then assign the time to attend the online classes, after work or on weekends.
3. Allocate time on the assignment, projects, etc. Review the material covered in the class. If you have any question, ask the tutor in the next tutorial
4. Make sure you have enough time to sleep and do some exercise
5. You may need to assign time for revision early before assessment
Since you have a full time job, it is not easy taking a full time online degree course at the same time. You may consider taking less credits each semester and use longer time to complete the entire course. Don't push yourself too much!
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Below are my suggestions :
1. Firstly, put down the time you need to work
2. You can then assign the time to attend the online classes, after work or on weekends.
3. Allocate time on the assignment, projects, etc. Review the material covered in the class. If you have any question, ask the tutor in the next tutorial
4. Make sure you have enough time to sleep and do some exercise
5. You may need to assign time for revision early before assessment
Since you have a full time job, it is not easy taking a full time online degree course at the same time. You may consider taking less credits each semester and use longer time to complete the entire course. Don't push yourself too much!
Hope this helps! Good Luck!
May Almighty God bless you!
Rebecca, thank you!
Caitlin