Manning, Susan,  1960-  <br/><br/>
Online learning / 
 Online learning for dummies 
by Susan Manning, EdD, and Kevin E Johnson, MEd ; foreword by Joan Vandervelde. 
 - xv, 390 pages :   illustrations ;  24 cm 
 - For dummies .
 - For dummies .
<br/><br/> Includes index.  "Learning made easy"--Cover  "Identify the best online program for you. Get organized to succeed at learning at a distance. Be the best learner you can be"--Cover 
<br/><br/>Introduction -- Part 1: Introducing a different kind of learning. Planning for your online learning journey ; The traits and benefits of online learning ; The equipment and skills you need to succeed -- Part 2: Preparing to be a learner. Discovering what's available online ; Doing your homework: evaluating schools ; Applying to school and securing the cash ; Getting accepted and prepping for class ; Mentally preparing and having a technology mindset -- Part 3: The virtual classroom. Navigating the learning environment ; Meeting the people in (and around) your classroom ; Communicating clearly online ; Developing good study habits for online courses ; Getting a handle on group dynamics ; Recognizing we are global ; Understanding netiquette and ethical behavior ; Finishing and submitting your assignments ; Building a portfolio of work -- Part 4: Special considerations in online learning. Educating students from kindergarten through high school ; Accessibility in online education -- Part 5: The part of tens. Ten myths about online learning ; Ten best practices for online learners--including self-care. 
<br/><br/> "Whether you're a college student, adult learner, or professional in continuing education, some--and sometimes all--of your learning will happen in a virtual classroom. This book is your friendly guide to the fast-growing possibilities of this world, from choosing the right course and mastering the software to polishing up your online communication and study skills. Whatever you want from your study experience--school success, professional development, or just pursuing your passion--this is your road map to online educational success!"-- 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781119756866 (paperback) 1119756863 (paperback) 
<br/><br/><label>LCCN: </label>2020946839 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Education--Computer network resources.<br/>Education--Effect of technological innovations on.<br/>Educacion --Efecto de las innovaciones tecnológicas en <br/>Educational technology.<br/>Tecnología educativa<br/>Internet in education.<br/>Internet en la educación<br/>Éducation--Effets des innovations sur.<br/>Technologie éducative.<br/>Internet en éducation.
<br/><br/><label>LC Class. No.: </label>LB 1044.87  / M284o 2021 
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>371.33