Dear Professor: Where College Students Who Take Courses Online Speak Their Minds

To Be Seen and Understood | Dear Professor with Larae Christie


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About The Guest:

Larae Christie is a senior at North Carolina Central University, majoring in Early Childhood Education with a minor in Child Development. She is also an aspiring artist, model, traveler, and influencer on Instagram. Larae creates fashion and lifestyle content, including "get ready with me" videos and travel vlogs. She recently landed a job as a flight attendant, which has sparked a new passion for her. Larae is dedicated to helping students grow and reach their goals.

Summary:

In this episode of the Dear Professor series, Dr. Kellie Alston interviews Larae Christie, a senior at North Carolina Central University. Larae shares her experiences as an online student and provides insights into what makes an online course successful. She emphasizes the importance of having an organized course layout and a professor who shows personality and relatability. Larae also discusses her transition from a nursing major to pursuing a degree in early childhood education. She shares her excitement about becoming a flight attendant and the challenges of balancing her career aspirations with her education.

Key Takeaways:

  • Online courses should have an organized layout to help students navigate easily.
  • Professors should show personality and relatability to engage students.
  • Personal questions should be addressed during office hours, not in class sessions.
  • Lecturing for long periods without engagement can lead to disengaged students.

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Dear Professor: Where College Students Who Take Courses Online Speak Their MindsBy Dr. Kellie Alston