Greetings Class,
I am trying to play catch up. I have encountered a virus on my own computer and I think I am doomed for recovery. It is in the shop as I am trying to catch up. It happen before the holidays. But anyway if anyone happens to look at this blog I do want to comment as instructed by the directions on what it is like to be an online student. When I first started I was terrified because of what I have been use to which is being in a class room setting where I can ask questions as they come to mind. The thought of not having that at my reach was not concievable at all. I felt very out of place in class because I could not see anyone just their words. I began to put faces with everyone even thought I could not see them and this gave me a sense of connection even though I could not give cyberspace any credit. The flexibilty of being at home at the same time I am in class and being able to walk around in my pajamas while class is in session was very weird but it grew on me. I am having to work two jobs now that I am not to fond of and that is why I want to get my degree so I can have other options doing what I love which is good health. I don't have much time. Since I started I have been able to overcome a lot of fear of the online experience. The instructors have been great. I have had some crazy things happen and they all have been very supportive at allowing me to catch up and still make the mark. I would like to be able to connect with the class in study group outside of class. I know this maybe hard for most of us because of our schedules but I think we can be of some great assistance in more ways than we could imagine. I hope to continue this blogging experience even after the class and we can become a community withing a community. Thanks for taking the time to read my notes.

Thanks
Cheryl Taqqee