Online learning is just as difficult, if not more, than traditional learning.

1. Time Management

1.1. Most online courses are eight weeks rather than a traditional 16-week course.

1.1.1. possible distractions

1.1.1.1. television

1.1.1.2. activities with friends

1.1.2. balancing with career and family?

1.1.2.1. setting a "life schedule"

2. Self Motivation

2.1. Keeping up with due dates for assignments and being sure not to fall behind requires self-motivation to do what is necessary without someone else constantly providing reminders.

2.1.1. support system

2.1.1.1. family

2.1.1.2. friends

2.1.2. road blocks one may encounter

2.1.2.1. power outages

2.1.2.2. internet malfunction

3. Learning Styles

3.1. Online students must adapt to becoming both auditory and visual learners.

3.1.1. auditory

3.1.1.1. when is this more appropriate?

3.1.2. visual

3.1.2.1. is this used more because of the nature of the class or assignments?

3.1.3. Times when both are needed simultaneously?

4. Workload

4.1. Attending an online class requires extensive research papers, reading of material, and exams just as a brick-and-mortar institution without the convenience of one-on-one instruction and guidance "after class".

4.1.1. larger workload due to shorter classes

4.1.1.1. longer exams

4.1.1.2. more in-depth papers

4.1.2. same material covered in half the time

4.1.2.1. more reading