Article: Many online courses require students to participate in discussion board about class topics.  Posts on a discussion board often count as participation points and are an important part of your grade. Consistently post your responses or assignments to the discussion board on time and make meaningful additions to the discussion. Class discussions are also a great way to connect with your online classmates. Online learning can feel isolating, especially if you are completing your degree completely online. Connecting with other online learners can foster a sense of community.  Some online classes may require group work during the course. While it can be challenging to complete assignments with students that you cannot physically meet with, group work is a great incentive to connect with your online classmates. Reach out to the online university that you are taking the class through. Many universities offer community websites and ways to connect with other online learners.  If you find that you can meet with another online classmate in person, take this opportunity to get to know your classmate and arrange for a group study session. Maintain your relationship with your professor throughout the course by communicating with them about assignments and exams.  Since most of your communication with your professor and peers will be through writing, you must be comfortable reaching out through written communications like email.  Always keep your communications with professors professional and courteous, just as you would with any other instructor. Do not hesitate to reach out to the professor if you are struggling to understand a class concept or if you have questions.
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Participate in discussions. Reach out to other online students. Keep in touch with your professor.