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Create a Study Station

Online learning is well-organized by nature, since most of the necessary materials are accessible through your computer. Still, your classes will probably require some books, printouts, draft papers, and other loose items. Do yourself a favor, and keep all of these items together, in one part of your house. If you don't have a desk or a file cabinet, you can buy inexpensive folders that fit into a crate. Do not allow your study station to become cluttered with magazines, mail, or coffee mugs. Treat your study station like a serious environment, and you'll find yourself acting like a serious organized student.

Color Code

Colors command instant recognition. Red means stop; green means go. You can use the same principle to organize your schoolwork and your household. Assign specific colors to the different classes you are taking. Buy folders and notebooks that correspond with those colors. That way, when you're looking for your biology worksheets, you'll know exactly where they are. You might also wish to assign colors to specific members of your family. You don't have to buy fancy organization bins to do this. Simple stickers or ribbons can be attached to lunch bags, backpacks, key rings, or any other items that get swapped by mistake. Use color-coded markers on a dry erase board to delegate chores, or to outline different kids' appointments.

Live Ahead of Schedule

Instead of aiming to complete projects in time for the posted deadline, aim to complete projects 1 or 2 days ahead of the posted deadline. If a paper is due on Monday, tell yourself that it is due on Friday. Apply the same rule to chores and errands. This way, if an unexpected delay arises - like a flat tire or a broken arm - you won't be stuck making excuses. This is also a good rule to model for your children, since you're the one who stays up late to help them finish their own, last minute projects.

Take Breaks

Breaks are like fuel for a strong work ethic. Whenever you are concentrating, your mind and your body are at work. You need occasional rests in order to stay focused and relaxed. Some students try to motor through a big project - like writing a 10-page paper or reading 5 chapters - without coming up for air. In the end, the nonstop method usually results in exhaustion and sloppiness. Try to divide your projects into one hour sessions. Every hour, step away from your work and go outside or stretch your muscles.

Clean Up Your Inbox

Emails can pile up faster than a sink full of dirty dishes. The more clogged your inbox becomes, the less you want to deal with it. But email access is a crucial part of online education. And a messy inbox can lead to an overlooked assignment - or worse. If you don't already have email folders, take a few minutes to create some. Folders allow you to categorize your mail, and to access saved emails much quicker. With a folder for online purchases, for example, you can find receipts in an instant. And a folder for each of your online classes allows you to catalog exchanges you've had with different instructors and classmates.

Carry a Notepad

Good writers keep a notepad with them at all times. This way, when an idea presents itself, they can capture it immediately. Whether you're at the mall, at the drive-thru, or at the post office, you may experience a burst of inspiration. Don't let it get away! Reference your notes every day, and discover how stray thoughts can lead to insightful class contributions.

Create a Folder for Your Financial Aid Documents

If you've already begun the process of applying for financial aid, then you know it can get complicated. It's not uncommon to feel intimidated or frustrated by the process - especially if you can't find the information that you need. Avoid the hassle by keeping all your tax documents and FAFSA info in one, convenient place. Make sure you keep your FAFSA pin number with these papers, so you'll be ready to reapply with each new school year. And remember that free assistance is available through the FAFSA website and through your school's financial aid department, so don't make the mistake of skipping out on aid altogether.

Use Bookmarks in Your Online Research

There are some sites that organized students visit regularly, like Merriam-Webster.com or Wikipedia.com. And then there are more specific sites that you'll discover, as you explore your major in greater detail. In both cases, you can save time by bookmarking these useful pages. Take care to name your bookmarked pages something concise and relevant, so you'll recognize the title. As you collect more and more bookmarks, you may find it useful to organize your bookmarks according to their subject or the school project they're informing.

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8 Ways to Be an Organized Online Student

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Online learning is well-organized by nature, since most of the necessary materials are accessible through your computer. Still, your classes will probably require some books, printouts, draft papers, and other loose items. Do yourself a favor, and keep all of these items together, in one part of your house.

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I believe that creating a study space helps one stay motivated and concentrated when taking courses online. To successfully learn online, you need to understand the expectations and dedicate a great amount of your time in  order to fully commit yourself to learning and completing assignments. In addition, building a study plan and an effective study calendar can provide the structure that is required with online learning. It is important to find your rhythm when identifying your own learning objectives and goals. You must be patient with yourself and find what works best for you.

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Upon completing the Learning Styles Assessment, I quickly
realized the category in which my style would fall under. This evaluation has further reaffirmed my belief that online learning has not been too difficult for me due to my learning style, I have remained on track. My classes are asynchronous this semester. I write down my notes, focus on looking at the instructor and have no trouble following the lecture.
As a visual learner, I have come across little to no issues in completing my assignments. I am very studious, self-disciplined and always push myself to do my best in all my studies for as long as I can remember. The E-Learning Questionnaire has brought to light how fortunate I am in spite of the current difficulties most students have come across with remote learning. My physical environment is free from distractions, my mother and sister are extremely respectful and understanding  when I am in "study or work mode". I am able to stay organized, engaged and focused.