barthayn said:Hey, I am choosing school courses and their times. I noticed that they all will be very close together in time range. Are there any recommendations or tips that I should follow when selecting my classes?
Wellesley said:It depends on what you've got going on during the day. If you're in sports, clubs, etc. you may want to see when they typically meet. Otherwise, I leave about an hour for lunch. The rest is up to you.
Personally, I prefer classes earlier in the day, leaving as much free time as possible later in the day. No one likes a class at 10AM with their last one at 5PM.
barthayn said:Lol. I had to change my schedule to prevent conflicts. My first class on Mondays is at nine am and the last one is at nine pm.
QuarkCharmer said:I always liked to schedule about an hour gap between courses. Granted, I was out of the house for a longer period of the day, but I can get a ton of study done in that time or use it to eat, or make sure I have everything for my next course. I never panic over "I forgot my lab report" or any of that, and have ample time to refresh on a topic before a test.
As far as choosing courses go, I have noticed some things about that as well. My first semester back at college was miserable, I registered late and had to take every moron that somehow managed to get a job there as courses were full. After that, I began to check ratemyprofessor for all of my professors, but it turns out there is a flaw with that too. More difficult courses that most people generally do not care for (Math, Science, Physics) have all their professors rated poorly on rmp. The ones that rate well, are overly easy and I found this could do damage in the long run.
For all humanities (and other mindless courses, in my opinion at least) I would check around for the easiest professors (Don't skip out on anything critical though), and then for the more difficult, but important courses, check with other students who care about their education. Ask the tutors at your tutoring center who would be the best professor to learn topic X from. Perhaps even send the professor an email asking what topics you can study prior to the course to get a head start and see how they respond.
You don't want to get a professor who is easy but covers a topic in less detail for Important Course 101, and then spend Important Course 102 struggling to catch up.
When selecting school courses, it is important to consider your academic strengths and interests, as well as any prerequisite courses required for your desired major or career path. It can also be helpful to consult with your academic advisor or peers for recommendations.
When prioritizing your class schedule, it is important to consider your personal preferences and learning style. Some students may prefer to have all of their classes in the morning, while others may prefer to have a mix of morning and afternoon classes. It can also be helpful to schedule your most difficult or time-consuming courses earlier in the day when you are most alert.
While it is important to focus on courses that align with your major or career goals, taking classes outside of your major can provide a well-rounded education and may even lead to unexpected interests or career opportunities. However, it is important to balance these courses with your major requirements to ensure timely graduation.
The number of courses you should take per semester depends on your personal circumstances, such as work or extracurricular commitments. However, a full-time course load typically ranges from 12-15 credits per semester. It is important to also consider the difficulty level of your courses and make sure you have enough time to devote to each one.
The choice between in-person and online classes ultimately depends on your personal learning style and preferences. In-person classes allow for more face-to-face interaction with professors and classmates, while online classes offer more flexibility and convenience. It is important to consider factors such as your ability to stay motivated and your access to reliable internet before making a decision.