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4 Unforgettable Lessons I'll Take With Me From My First Semester of Remote Learning

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Grace McLaughlin

Dec 06, 2020

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4 Unforgettable Lessons I'll Take With Me From My First Semester of Remote Learning

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This year has been quite the whirlwind. As a college student, the hardest change I had to face was having all my classes online. I'm a person who learns best through visual and in-person instruction, so doing well this semester was a challenge. Remote learning not only made my classes harder, but it also challenged my mental health. Being cooped up in my house and not having human interaction on daily basis took its toll. I was forced to learn a lot when it comes to my schooling, but also my personal and mental health. However, I am grateful for all the things I learned this year. None of these lessons would be possible without the hurdles thrown my way this semester. Here are four tips that are sure to make our virtual semesters more enjoyable!

1. Friends truly make a difference.

The most important lesson that I learned from being forced to take all online classes is the importance of staying in touch with my friends. Being part of a sorority definitely helped keep me sane. It helped give me excuses to get out of the house and bring some normalcy back into my life.

2. Build relationships with your instructors.

Teachers do have an impact on your learning experience. The videos, homework instructions, textbooks, and discussion boards all make a difference when learning new content. One of my teachers did an amazing job at making the class feel the same way it would have in person. The coursework wasn't heavy, and the instructor provided all the necessary tools to succeed. However, I will say that it is also up to students to reach out if they need help or are struggling with their online classes.

3. Stay involved on campus.

Even if your classes are online, stay involved on campus. College is meant to be a fun experience, and it doesn't last forever. I was lucky that my school made the effort to keep students involved through safe events on campus and virtual events off campus this semester. Even if you are taking classes online, it doesn't mean that you can't still join school clubs or go to school events.

4. Don't underestimate personal motivation.

I learned the power of motivation and the effect it has school this semester. Learning what makes you motivated will not only help when it comes to online classes, but throughout life. Life takes effort, but staying motivated and having goals will make your experiences easier. Having a to-do list was a must this semester. Checking things off my to-do list brought me a wave of motivation that aided me in completing the next thing on my list. Learn what works for you, and make sure to utilize it.

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And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

Oh, I get by with a little help from my friends

Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

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There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

9. How to be my own, individual person.

10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

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Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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