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Frequently Asked Questions Completion RateHow long does it take to complete an online course?Online courses follow the standard Riverland calendar and are usually scheduled for 16 weeks, which is the same as traditional courses. Some classes are designed to be completed in a shorter time or have a later beginning date. You will want to check the master schedule on the web, to verify your class's actual schedule. Depending upon the course structure, however, the student may have the option of accelerating completion. What proportion of students complete an online course?Studies have shown that failure rates in online courses are proportionally higher than in the traditional classroom due to the level of student self-motivation required. With this statistic in mind, you need to remain focused on your classwork and not procrastinate. Why do students not complete an online course?Online courses are best suited for students who are self-motivated and independent learners. The student who requires lots of interaction with the instructor and other students will not do well in an online course. To find out if you are a good candidate for online instruction, take the "Is Online Learning For Me?"surveys. These surveys will help you determine if you have the necessary study skills and habits and computer skills to be a successful online learner.
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