A CLOSE LOOK AT ONLINE CLASSES
“Having the option to select what format best meets your needs for you to succeed should be your choice to make.”
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Katarina Petrovic
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the last year and a half, many students (including myself) were uncertain about in-person classes transitioning online. I attended six courses at BCIT during this period: one in-person course and five online courses. Three of these online courses were scheduled live lectures with the remaining two online but studying at your own pace. Having experienced a variety of class settings and teaching styles, I compiled a list of pros and cons for online vs in-person classes.
Positives of Online and In-person Classes One of the first positives in attending online classes was not having to commute to
campus. By being able to attend the online classes at any location that was convenient, I was able to put the commute hours to other aspects of my daily routine, such as cooking a fresh meal, participating in extracurricular activities, or simply having a nap before class. Not having to commute to class also gives you the ability to be out of town and still attend the class that you otherwise may have had to miss. Another positive of attending online classes is that your communication skills are tested. Due to not being able to verbally interact with your classmates and teachers in-person, you may rely more on your virtual and written communication skills, which will hopefully improve during
