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By Jamie Littlefield, About.com Guide to Distance Learning since 2004

Online Class Chat Rooms

Friday June 20, 2008
Online chats for distance learning classes can be nerve-wracking. Students are expected to respond to instructor questions and interact with other students in the chat room, without much time to prepare responses. Unlike traditional classrooms, chat rooms don’t give you the chance to see physical cues or hear verbal inflections during a discussion. Additionally, chatters can be hampered by typing speed or poor spelling. Often, students’ grades will be determined, in part, by their chat room participation. But, never fear. There is a way to enter distance learning chat rooms with confidence and cool. This article will show you how.

See Also: 10 Free Web Resources for Online Students

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