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At the start of every term, some students can get overwhelmed about how to start their online classes on the right foot. Other than the most obvious tips – complete all the assignments as directed and on time – there are five simple tasks that can get your term started right.

Five Term-Start Tasks:

• Print or save the syllabus. Keep a handy copy of the syllabus for review in a folder or on a hard drive. You want a quick and easy way to access you course map without having to log into your classes.
• Develop a contact sheet. Keep a list of important contact numbers for instructors, your advisor, the library, etc.
• Keep a list of your instructor’s policies. Usually this is listed in the syllabus, but in case it is not, it can be listed in a separate announcement, an e-mail or some other document.
• Double check your textbooks. Make sure you have the right textbook and the right edition. And if you are a late enroller, then double-check with the bookstore that they have your book order processed.
• Create a calendar of all your important due dates. Keep a master calendar for all your classes where you make note of when all major projects are due. This will help you plan ahead to get them completed on time. Some deadlines can change, so make sure you keep updating the calendar of a project changes.

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