Happy Thursday everyone, it’s ya boy Choujin here.
By now, everyone are getting ready or are already in distance learning classes for primary, high or even college. (Ya boy has and he’s adjusting to this.) But some folks, this may be a shocker having to stay at home to do work or their classes. You may have gotten used to hanging around and doing nothing until now. So what do you do? How are you going to adjust to distance learning? What will one do? So many questions and so many stuff to do and prepare for your Distance Learning or Working. Don’t worry, ya boy’s here got some tips too he’s learned just from his first time (Not an expert, but some tips on how to make your work at home or study at home easy.)
#5. Plan your schedule
For those distance learning, it means you’re inside either doing nothing or sitting at home and such. By now, most of us have been binge watching Netflix, playing video games or doing your hobby like myself. Now that you’re back to school you need to remember that though you’re not in school doesn’t mean you cannot slack off. Remember to plan your priority around your schoolwork and classes. Make sure you plan and prioritize what you need, or you might find yourself rushing around everything. Your class or job comes first, but your home needs like cleaning, shopping or other essentials. Just remember that though you’re at home, doesn’t mean that one slacks off. So do be careful.
#4. Zoom Etiquette
Distance learning, though mandatory, has required people to have classes via zoom. This means that one will be having zoom meetings on some occasions whether they be mandatory or optional. You may be used to walking around in your underwear or boxers and t-shirt all the time since nobody needed to leave. Maybe you haven’t washed your hair or used makeup. So you might not look like someone who would show themselves in public (let alone in front of a camera). One tip my teacher told me is this: treat your Zoom meetings as though you were in the classroom or office. If you look like you’re more ready for bed or vegging out, you don’t look like you’re ready for work. Make sure you keep your hygiene up, brush your hair and wear something decent. You don’t have to overdress (unless it’s required, thus making sure). Also, make sure that if you do are recorded, make sure you’re in a comfortable and noiseless area free of distractions. Nobody wants to hear your cat calling your attention or other random noises. Lastly, make sure you mute your microphone (when needed) as some classes online will be like classes in college. So no chatter or other noises too (Including phones).
#3. Ensuring optimal equipment for distance learning or work.
So you’re ready for distance learning or working, which is great. However, some things may not be in your favor. Maybe you don’t have a camera or microphone for distance work or learning. Maybe you don’t have a decent network since like ever. This is where having optimal equipment is vital in this time more than ever. If your network is not up to snuff, maybe its time to update your network. If you’re using a lot of data due to working online, contact your service provider for any business plans. They may be pricey but they can ensure that you don’t get slowed down if you exceed your network usage. For the other two items like microphone cameras, you got a ton of options. Cameras can be anything you can find online that can connect to a USB port. If you’re like me and don’t have a camera, there are appilcations such as EpocCam or iVcam that can turn your phone into a camera. This can be useful if you want a quick camera without a massive money sink. Additional items such as heaphones (with a microphone option) are viable and helpful in the long end if you want no noise from your computer or outside sources. Lastly, do heavily invest in backup items like a cloud storage, USB thumbsticks and maybe a backup work computer. Should you have some hardware failure or damage, you don’t want to lose your important work documents or schoolwork. This is more common knowledge outside of this pandemic, but something vital regardless outside of this.
#2. Don’t get burned out.
Working or studying, as great as it is, you’re not an invincible superman who can do everything all at once. All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy, so remember to take some days off and relax after work. Give yourself a one or two hour break, then get yourself back to work when the chance comes to. If it’s late, don’t push it and get some rest. It is better to do your work while fresh the next day than burning out. Also, bringing us back to number five on our list, planning your schedule is vital for this and can minimize rushing and said burnout…..
#1. Don’t panic
I know this sounds silly and annoying, but remember not to panic and keep a cool head. This may be a bit tough to adjust but you’ll make it. It may be a pain, but it’s something you might find enjoyable to study at home with some freedom or adjusting to working at home. If you’re a college student, keep in touch with your professor so you can get some help if you need. Work? Same thing, get in touch with your boss if you have to.
Being locked up doesn’t mean you have to struggle adjusting to the new norms.
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