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Top tips to prepare for virtual exams

November 24, 2020 by Macomb Community College

By Louisa Marine, Director, Institutional Technology and Virtual Learning

It’s that time in the semester: Finals are nearly upon us! And for those of you who are used to on-campus classes, they’re going to look a little different than normal. But, there’s no cause for alarm! Here are some simple tips to help you minimize stress as you prepare for virtual exams: 

Test Guidelines

Find all the information you need about your exam so that you feel ready.

  • What date and time will the exam be available?
  • How long do you have to take the test?
  • What types of test questions will you have to answer (multiple choice, essay, short answer, etc.)?

Check Your Technology

Make sure you have a charger available and all the necessary software before you begin an exam.

  • Need a computer? Make an appointment to use one at our Learning Centers.
  • Will you need headphones?

Testing Space

Choose a quiet spot where you will be able to focus.

  • If you do not feel you have a distraction-free location or a good internet connection, you can make an appointment to use our Learning Centers to take your test.

Study

Spend some time reviewing course materials and identifying what you don’t understand, so you can focus on those areas.

  • Make flash cards
  • Review old exams
  • Form a virtual study group
  • Use your instructor’s office hours to ask questions

Reduce Anxiety

If test taking makes you nervous, find an activity to alleviate these feelings beforehand.

  • Listen to music or a podcast
  • Read a book
  • Watch your favorite show
  • Do some breathing exercises

As this semester comes to a close, I wish you the very best in your studies and on your finals. I’m rooting for you!

Filed Under: Online Learning Tagged With: final exams, finals, online learning, remote learning, tips, virtual exams

What you need to succeed in your online classes

August 24, 2020 by Macomb Community College Leave a Comment

By Michael Balsamo, Dean of Learning Resources

Macomb’s campuses may be closed for the time being thanks to COVID-19, but the college is virtually open for learning. Our new Virtual Campus on www.macomb.edu is your one-stop-shop for everything we offer online!

Get information on what tech requirements you need for online classes, how to get your textbooks and what online classes will be offered in the fall. You will also find information on how we’re virtually delivering  Student Support Resources to students.

Did you know that our Reading and Writing Studios are currently providing live tutoring online from 10 am to 4 pm, Monday through Thursday? And you can meet “face-to-face” with staff from both Career Services and the Office of Veteran and Military Services using Microsoft Teams on Office 365 – available free to students!

And after COVID-19, the Virtual Campus will still serve as your resource for online learning at Macomb.

If you have any questions about the Virtual Campus or online Student Support Resources, please email askanadvisor@macomb.edu.

 

Filed Under: Campus & Student Resources, Online Learning

Online courses for health careers and healthier lives

July 1, 2020 by Macomb Community College Leave a Comment

By Michelle Valin, Director of Macomb’s Center for Health Careers

Here at Macomb’s Center for Health Careers, we are continually looking for new and better ways to bring career and personal interest opportunities to the community and our alumni. With our new Healthy Macomb, we do both.

Healthy Macomb offers many short-term (six-week) certification courses for health care professionals, a great way to enhance your value on a health care team. There are also courses for individuals interested in making or maintaining healthier lifestyle choices.  And every class is offered online, with both instructor-led and self-paced options available.

For your career:

  • Complementary and Integrative Health
  • End-of-Life Care
  • Energy Medicine
  • Gerontology
  • And much more

For your health:

  • Meditation
  • Wellness and the Environment
  • Mindfulness
  • Natural Health and Healing
  • And much more!

Healthy Macomb is a convenient way to broaden your health-related knowledge, whether it’s to improve the quality of your patients’ lives or your own.  Learn more now or contact Macomb’s Center for Health Careers at 586.226.4807 or healthcareers@macomb.edu.

Filed Under: Continuing Education, Courses, Online Learning