Time Management is EVERYTHING

I have found that there is no worse feeling than cramming an entire week's worth of lectures into one evening because you have a quiz due at 11:59 p.m. Though I have been there a few times now, I am doing my best to designate an hour or so of each day to complete work in each of my online classes so that I may alleviate stress and not have to rush at the last minute. I am also finding that I am gaining a better understanding of the class materials because I am dedicating the proper amount of time to readings and lectures instead of simply skimming over them.

It's On the Syllabus

Yes, it's the return of the dreaded phrase we all know and hate. Though every teacher reminds us that the deadlines for assignments can be found in our syllabus, I cannot emphasize enough the importance of relying on it when taking online classes. As the weeks go by, it is easy to become distracted by whatever life decides to throw at you. In the same sense, it is also easy to forget about assignments and deadlines as a result. My recommendation for success? Keep a printed out copy of your syllabus on hand at all times. If you're feeling especially organized, go through your syllabus, highlighting and making notes regarding important dates and deadlines. By doing so, you can ensure you won't be missing any assignments, as it will be at the forefront of your mind.

Invest in a Planner

Though I am unsure how I feel about this, this year's planner has quickly become my bible due to the fact that I have encountered so many deadlines with these classes (not to mention in-person classes and extracurricular activities). By taking the time to write things down and plan my weeks out in advance, I am having a far easier time staying organized and keeping myself on track with my plans in all aspects.

*Pro Tip* If you're anything like me (or more of a visual learner), take the extra step and color code EVERYTHING. Surprisingly, it makes a world of difference when it comes to remembering deadlines.