My Productivity Weapons Against Online Class

Put a finger down if you've experienced eating while attending your online class. 

Photo from: https://codinginmathclass.wordpress.com/2014/11/19/feminist-barbie-computer-engineer/

Did you put your finger down? If yes, then you're not alone because I did too! 

Some days, remote learning can be pretty chill because it allows you to learn at your own pace and even do things comfortably while sitting on the gaming chair you asked for on your birthday. But on other days, it may seem like you have already lived 9 lives, survived the zombie apocalypse, fought during the Great Ninja War, and yet you still feel like you have milestones ahead. 

But hey, no need to sweat! Here are the top 3 useful apps that helped me survive online classes. 

 1. Notion 

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    You know what they say "you can't go into battle without a plan". Physical planners are good but being the inconsistent person that I am, I do not have the commitment to maintain one. Luckily, Notion exists. It is like your digital planner but with additional inclusions.

    The first thing I do before I start my schoolwork is create a game plan; I take note of what I aim to accomplish for the day and input it into my workspace. The best part of Notion is you can plan your entire week and month, making sure you can keep track of your deadlines. 


Sample Notion template: 

Photo from: https://wssufoundation.org/weekly-agenda-template-notion/


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2. Zoom 

    There's more to Zoom than just attending your classes. If you're an org-whore like me, Zoom is definitely essential. It allows me to meet and have discussions with other people virtually, hence it is the perfect app for group work and group studies. 

    Since Zoom has an online whiteboard, friends can definitely take turns in playing teacher. It’s said that if you can teach the lesson correctly, it means to say that you fully understand it. And can I just emphasize how many lives were saved because of Zoom’s recording feature? Tons I tell you! (Even me)


3. Khan Academy

Photo from:https://blog.khanacademy.org/have-you-seen-our-new-look/


    We all have different learning styles and we can’t judge people based on their ability to grasp information. I, for example, can read at least 3-5 books a week and write a 2000-word essay in 2 hours, but make me do math problems; I quiver, I malfunction, and I question my sanity.


Photo from: https://barbiememes101.tumblr.com/post/637422866611240960

    One thing I know about college is that nothing is spoon-fed, so if you can’t keep up with the pace, you should double time studying. Khan Academy is my idea of double time studying. For students who struggle with fast-paced discussions, this app provides bite-sized explanations of your lessons which will make you understand the topic better.



Remote Learning Challenges

We have already discussed the sunshine and rainbows of dealing with online classes but here is the other side of the coin: the challenges we face in remote learning despite the availability of digital learning tools.

a)      Unstable internet connection

-          As I’m typing this, I got disconnected three times and it’s sad to say that it’s not just me. Multiple students struggle with unstable internet connection across the country.

Solution: Restart modem or router. If it didn’t work, demand accountability from your internet connection providers. 

b)      Lack of motivation

-          Majority of the time, it’s just me and my laptop facing each other several hours a day and it can get really draining and unmotivating.

Solution: Take time to unwind and free yourself from gadgets. Who knows maybe a walk at the beach can help you find peace and regain your focus? Or engaging in healthy discussions with friends may also keep you back on track. 







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