Student Steps to Success

Students are encouraged to follow these four steps to success in online learning. Also, see where students can get help once they are enrolled in an online class.

1. Talk to your Teacher/Mentor.

When you sign up for an online class through the DLD, your school assigns you to a Teacher/Mentor. Your Teacher/Mentor can help you:

  • Access your online course.
  • Contact your online instructor.
  • Get extra help with your coursework.
  • Make sure you're on track to complete your online course.

2. Get oriented.

Online learning is a whole new ball game. And every class is different. Before you start your work, get oriented!

Follow the Get Ready to Start steps.

Learn how to use your DLD email account.

Read the welcome messages in your DLD email account.

Look for orientation materials when you log in to your course. They'll be called "orientation materials," or "student orientation," or "getting started," or …. Read them! (Even if it doesn't say you have to.)

Ask your online instructor questions if you are confused about anything at all. (Copy your Teacher/Mentor on these emails.)

3. Stay organized.

Buy a small binder for your online class and fill it with printouts of your:

  • Orientation materials.
  • Syllabus.
  • Assignments.
  • Homework.
  • Downloaded reading materials.

4. Ask for help.

Just because your online instructor isn't in the classroom doesn't mean you can't raise your hand. You'll just need to raise it with an email. You can ask your online instructor for:

  • Help with the work for your class.
  • Answers to questions about an assignment.
  • Feedback on your grades for assignments and exams.
  • More information about what's expected of you in the class.