Is online learning a good fit for me?
We got UCT Online High School’s Director and Principal, Yandiswa Xhakaza to break down what kind of child thrives in an online school environment.
By UCT Online High SchoolPublished 2 min read
Do you have questions about what it takes to be an online learner?
How will you learn? Will you have help and support? Do you have the chops to make it work?
Well, we’ve outlined what it would take. Read through and find out if these are things you have or are willing to learn.
TL;DR
- Intrinsic motivation and discipline
- Being diligent and consistent
- Support at home
- Growth mindset
Intrinsic motivation and discipline
When it comes to online learning, your child will need to get things done when they need to be done without being pushed by someone else. Your child must have the desire to succeed and be willing to put in the effort to accomplish great things.
Being diligent and consistent
Consistency is key to thriving in online learning. If your child is consistently diligent, online learning will work great for them. Building a routine of staying up-to-date on their class schedule, assignment due dates and modules is crucial. Setting up these habits is a life-long skill your child will need in the ‘real working world.’
Support at home
Guardians have to be hands-on with general monitoring of behaviour, lots of positive reinforcement, love and cheering on. General loneliness can creep in when learners are learning alone at home. While we have built a virtual community of classmates and Virtual Clubs, those can never replace the real, in-person human connection we all need.
For guardians who want to know more about this, read our article: How to be a successful UCT Online High School parent.
Growth mindset
Whether it’s online learning or in life in general, it’s good for children to have confidence and a growth mindset. They must believe in themselves and their ability to learn new things, figure things out and ask for help without being intimidated by new people and new environments. Online learning, particularly for those new to it, can be intimidating and overwhelming. It requires a can-do attitude, learners must be willing and able to push through the discomfort.
Start the online learning journey today
If you think online learning will be a good fit for you, submit your application today.
