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Coming from a person currently immersed in my own e-learning journey, I have to admit that distance learning can be challenging, for most of the reasons already written here- however, the ability to learn, collaborate and connect with others makes it worth while! I have found it very rewarding so far. I believe that I am significantly better at critical thinking and much more motivated as a learner thanks to my experience!

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Having the right tools to help you stay connected

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Make sure your family/partner support your decision to study at times that might otherwise be spent with them

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Check if your provider has a technical Help desk if you get stuck with a technical problem or issue. Obstacles that leave you disconnected can really sink your motivation ...Speak up!

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Staying in touch with those who can help makes everyone's success more likely. The teaching team, fellow students and support people from library, leanring services etc.

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To create goalposts along the way  and to stick to them becomes very important to meet final deadlines.