Learning Styles Assessments

Congratulations! By signing with The College Network for one of our online degree programs you have taken an important step in bettering yourself and your future. You’ve made the decision to work at your own pace, study on your own time, and control the way you learn best. But with any new endeavor we begin, there is fleeting thought of uncertainty or confusion, especially with “So how do I begin?” Allow me to assist!

Below is a general guide on how to begin your program so that you are on the path to success!

1. Read your Academic Guidance Planner (AGP): The Academic Guidance Planner contains useful information regarding your program, scheduling exams, enrollment information into your degree program, and other vital information. There is also a Learning Style Survey that you can complete to understand how you learn best! I like to refer to it as your silent best friend. You can locate the AGP on the Resource Center under Printable Resources.

2. Make sure you complete your Welcome/Guidance Call: When you sign with The College Network, you are provided a Guidance Call appointment which allows you the opportunity to speak with an Academic Advisor about your learning goals, available resources, and also complete a tour of our Online Resource Center. Even if you began your program months/years ago, please feel free to contact us to complete your Guidance Call!

3. Set a schedule: While all of the degree programs through The College Network are self-paced, it is still important to know what your availability will be like to study your Comprehensive Learning Modules so you have a plan of action.

4. Gather your materials: While you will study your Comprehensive Learning modules online on the Resource Center, many learners choose to print materials or take notes. Gathering any necessary tools like highlighters, pens, notebooks, or note cards ahead of time will ensure that you won’t lose precious study moments!

5. Log in to the Online Resource Center: All of your materials as well as additional study resources will be able to you online. All customers receive a log in user name and password shortly after signing with The College Network. Take the time to look through all the information online and gain familiarity with the site. As always, you can contact Customer Support for Assistance.

6. Begin reading: As a new customer you would have been provided access to your first module immediately. Begin with chapter one and take notes of important information and important vocabulary terms. After each chapter you will have access to end of chapter study questions and chapter quizzes to assess your learning before moving forward.

And remember, The Customer Support department cares about your success. We’re only a phone call (1-800-634-1443), email (academics@collegenetwork.com), or online chat away for assistance. 

Did you know that as an adult learner, the way you learn is completely different from how it was when you were younger?  If you are like me, you never thought about it before--but it makes sense. When you are in grade school, you are led by the adults around you, will most likely accept information without questioning it and are more subject-oriented.

Dr. Malcolm Knowles developed the concept of andragogy to describe adult learning styles specific to adults.  Adults are more results oriented, self-directed and usually prefer to try out new information before accepting it. They also seek out education that relates or applies specifically to their needs--that is timely and appropriate for their current lives.

At The College Network, we help adult learners find what educational needs they have and help them reach their goals by earning an online degree from leading universities. But, you as the adult learner have to take ownership of your program and know that it is going to be your responsibility to move through your program.  Self-paced and self-directed means that we can be here when you need motivation, need help with a module or have a question about your degree; but you have to be the one that is studying. 

And we also know that as an adult learner, you most likely have a job where you work 35 or more hours a week and a family. We understand that it is going to be a big commitment to earn your degree.  But, you can do it. We have the tools that you need to be successful, including a learning styles assessment that will further help you know the best way for you to understand material as you study.

So, become an adult learner!  Call us at 800-39-LEARN.