Our Adult Education classes at _______________ College offer options and flexibility for you to balance learning with your other responsibilities, like work and family. There are some important things to know about how to stay connected with your instructors, classes, and the technology we use to help support your educational as well as career goals.
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Our Adult Education program will communicate with you in a variety of ways, from the time you complete the online application and beyond! We want to help you stay motivated and keep moving towards your goals, so here are some of the ways we will keep in touch:
Having an email account is required to complete your application for Adult Education services, as well as for staying connected with our program, your instructors, and applying for employment!
- One of the most popular, reliable, and FREE email platforms is Gmail, offered by Google.
- If you already have an email account set up, make sure you trust emails from our domain so you don't miss any of our communications!
- Review some of these tips regarding basic internet and email safety to protect your privacy and passwords as well.
Remind is a simple and safe text-messaging tool that helps us communicate efficiently with our students by texting information and reminders related to your classes, campus and community events (like career fairs), and important deadlines (like scholarship application dates).
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Remind is a simple and safe text-messaging tool that helps us communicate information related to your VITA classes, campus and community resources, and important events.
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Messages are sent through the Remind app which can be downloaded for Apple/iOS and Android.
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If you don’t have a smartphone or cannot receive texts you can sign up to receive Remind messages by email.
Even though you may PREFER to have all your instruction and work online because it seems convenient, it can present other challenges. We find that our Adult Education students do best if they stay connected with their instructors and advisors weekly, and take advantage of online modules, tutoring, and resources that can help you learn your best, and BE your best!
- Talk to your teacher: Speak up if you have problems, including if you are struggling with computer skills and/or internet access! It can be harder for a teacher to know if you’re confused or frustrated, so if you are having troubles, communicate with your instructor immediately. Make sure you have the right emails or phone numbers, and know the times the teachers and staff are available to communicate with you.
- Manage your time: It can be easy to procrastinate or become distracted when you have classes or work to complete online. Develop good habits, stick to a schedule, and hold yourself accountable. Plan enough time in your day for your work so that you are never rushed to complete assignments.
- Create a good study space: In addition to good time management, having a peaceful place to consistently study is important. Find a place away from distractions, such as a loud TV or family. Silence or turn off your cell phone, and don’t become distracted by the internet or video games. Make sure you have a good chair to avoid back and hip pain. Set up good lighting to avoid eye fatigue, and try to get up occasionally to stretch your legs.
- Get organized: Create reminders for assignments and use a calendar to create a schedule. Organize your study area. Take notes, bookmark important material, and have an organizational system to find what you need to succeed.
- Create online study groups: Ask classmates to join you in an online or in-person study group. Discuss assignments and practice material over video chat. This is also a great way to socialize and create an even bigger support system.
Access to affordable technology and digital literacy skills are a necessity for all ages-especially adult learners coming back to school. When families or individuals are cut off from technology and lack the skills to utilize it most effectively (and safely), they are disconnected from basic needs like education, workforce participation, healthcare, ​social support, and emergency assistance.
Our Adult Education program can help build your digital skills and connect you with access to low cost computers and reliable internet through the resources below:
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