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You may think you’re alone on your learning journey just because you’re not physically in the same room or building as your instructor and classmates. Nothing could be further from the truth. As a matter of fact, some of our students have shared with us that they feel more connected to their online peers than they feel about the people they work with daily.

When taking online courses, you have a plethora of academic and technical support. Not only can you connect with your instructor and peers, but most institutions also connect you with academic advisors, technical support staff, guest speakers, and more. Check out Chapter 10 for more information on meeting all the people in and around your classroom.

If you ever do feel alone, don’t hesitate to reach out. One way to stay connected to peers is to form a virtual study group that meets in real time (synchronously) each week to discuss course content and upcoming assignments. You can do this by way of several free online tools, such as Google Meet or Zoom.