This book is a practical guide for any student considering enrollment in, currently enrolled in, or recently graduated from an online course. The authors, both with substantial online teaching and learning experience as well as seasoned professionals, deliver concise guidance to make the online learning journey enjoyable, productive, and most of all, worthwhile. Major topics include how to identify the best online program; comparing online with traditional education programs; finding an ideal work-life balance; managing time and staying organized; how to form good habits to maximize your chances for success; getting the most out of an online learning environment; and using your online education to succeed in your career. As the singular guide to success as an online learner, this practical book serves as the essential desk reference for every online student.
Chapter 1: Choosing an Online School and Program
Chapter 2: What to
Expect in an Online Class and How to Prepare
Chapter 3: What You Will Miss
and How to Make Up For It
Chapter 4: Forming Good Habits to Reduce Stress,
Find a WorkLife Balance, and Succeed in School
Chapter 5: Managing Your Time
Effectively
Chapter 6: How to Approach Class Work to Maximize Your Chances of
Success
Chapter 7: Effective Research Techniques in Online Education
Chapter
8: Writing for Success
Chapter 9: Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
Chapter 10: Approaching GraduationLooking for Opportunities
Chapter 11:
Networking, Leveraging Instructors, and Landing your Next Position
Chapter
12: Conclusion Glossary: Common Terms in Online Education
Kevin J. Fandl is a legal writing and legal English scholar with extensive publishing and teaching experience. He served as a managing editor for the Foreign Policy Bulletin for three years and as a senior editor on the American University International Law Review for two years. He has published 10 law review articles, several editorials and book reviews, and three books on law and legal writing. He is the director of the Global Legal Education Institute, which develops and delivers on-site training around the world on numerous U.S. law topics, including Legal English and Legal Writing. Fandl earned his Masters degree in International Relations, his Juris Doctor degree in Law from American University, and his Doctorate in Public Policy from George Mason University. He lectures frequently at the Georgetown University Law Center and the American University Washington College of Law, and consults for the World Bank and the Organization of American States. He has taught online at numerous universities since 2004. Following nearly 10 years in federal service, Fandl is currently an Assistant Professor of Legal Studies at Temple University in Philadelphia.
Jamie Smith is an attorney who has been teaching since 2006 and teaching online since 2007. During this time she has taught in numerous undergraduate and graduate programs. She is a full-time faculty member at an online university and has previously served as Chair of an online program. Smith received a J.D and an M.A. in International Affairs with a concentration in international law and organizations from George Washington University. She is licensed to practice law in the District of Columbia, has extensive civil litigation and appellate experience, and is a certified mediator.
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