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Essential Resources for Online Students

The document outlines an activity for online students to identify resources that can help them overcome challenges such as computer trouble, homework help, and time management. It includes a resource list with both online and local resources for each challenge, along with a reflection on the most helpful resource and the importance of seeking help. The activity emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and problem-solving skills for online learners.

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Essential Resources for Online Students

The document outlines an activity for online students to identify resources that can help them overcome challenges such as computer trouble, homework help, and time management. It includes a resource list with both online and local resources for each challenge, along with a reflection on the most helpful resource and the importance of seeking help. The activity emphasizes the importance of self-reliance and problem-solving skills for online learners.

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Application Activity: Resourcefulness

Name: Leseli Nkune

Overview
This activity will help you list resources you can use to find success as an online student.

Step 1 – Consider Some Challenges as an Online Student


Consider what resources you could use to overcome the challenges of being an online
student. Online resources can be websites, social media, apps, etc. Local resources can be
friends, family members, etc.

Step 2 – Fill Out the Resource List


Answer the prompts to complete the resource list. Two challenges are already given, and
you must add one more. Use this list to give yourself options and tools to overcome
challenges when they arise. Remember, when using resources that they should be there to
help you learn, not do the work for you.

Resource List

Challenge 1: Computer Trouble


1. What is a specific online resource that will help me with this challenge?
Online Mentor

a. How can it help me?


Help me fix my computer problem by guiding me through the steps

2. What is a specific local resource that will help me with this challenge?
Local tech support

a. How can it help me?


Provides hands on assistance and professional troubleshooting for computer
issues.

Challenge 2: Homework Help


3. What is a specific online resource that will help me with this challenge?
BYU pathway resource centre

a. How can it help me?


Offers free instructional videos and practice exercises to aid in
understanding various subjects

4. What is a specific local resource that will help me with this challenge?
Local library

a. How can it help me?


Provides educational resources, reference materials and tutoring lessons.

Challenge 3: Time management


5. What is a specific online resource that will help me with this challenge?
IOS Reminder app

a. How can it help me?


Allows for setting reminders, organizing tasks ,setting deadlines and tracking
progress using boards-and cards

6. What is a specific local resource that will help me with this challenge?
Time management workshops

a. How can it help me?


Offer time management and productivity workshops to improve skills and
habits.

Step 3 – Reflection
Answer the following reflection questions. Use complete sentences.

1. What resource did you learn about that you feel will be most helpful to you as an
online student? Explain your answer.

The BYU pathway resource centre is so helpful because I can get math help, writing
help and even request a tutor if I’m really struggling.
2. Why is it important for online students to be good at finding help when they need it?

It's crucial because, as an online student, you're often working independently. Being good
at finding help means you can navigate obstacles more effectively, learn more efficiently,
and stay on track with your studies. Plus, it builds self-reliance and problem-solving skills
that are valuable in any area of life.

Step 4 – Submit

Save this document with your name in the filename and follow the instructions in your
course to submit it for grading and feedback.

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