Returning To College Is A Family Affair - Part 2

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Have You Prepared A Plan Based On Your Decision To Go Back To School? Deciding to go back to college is exciting, challenging, and stressful. An ideal way to approach "Back to College" planning is to begin viewing yourself as an entrepreneur.

You are now in the business of attaining a college degree. Your company name is MY COLLEGE EDUCATION, INC. You are President/CEO. Part of your first steps in this business venture is developing your business plan which includes your mission statement, objectives, and strategies for success.

• Mission: My College Education, Inc. is dedicated to insuring that (Your Name) will complete his/her college education with the least amount of stress, anxiety, and pressure.

•Objectives: (a) to prepare a projected annual budget, detailing tuition, books, and fees; (b) to investigate a variety of financial aid sources; (c) to prepare home environment, family, friends, and associates for the lifestyle adjustments; (d) to develop and adapt time management strategies and techniques; (e) to determine which careers best suit your needs. Personalize this section and add other objectives.

•Selecting Your Learning Setting: In this new technological age, there are several worthwhile educational vehicles to consider. You may feel the traditional on campus setting, with opportunities for interaction with the instructor and other students, a preferred choice. To help you make the selection, www.ecampustours.com is a web site that provides virtual tours of various colleges in addition to detailing college planning information. In addition, www.newsdirectory.com/college offer a list of college web sites by state.

Another option is using the Internet for Distance Education, which is an electronic learning system that connects learners with educational resources. All resources, scheduling, instructions and testing takes place online. Students are not required to be in the same location as the instructor.

The purpose of distance education is to extend learning opportunities to areas away from the traditional classroom. It is a supplement, not a replacement, to classroom instruction and should be used as part of a combination of educational programs. For additional information visit and explore the Distance Education Clearinghouse web site at www.uwex.edu/disted/home.html

Will You Be Successful? Your level of success in going back to college will be measured based on the amount of input and time you invest. It will be enhanced by the quality partnerships you develop with people as close as the kitchen table.

If you include your family in the very beginning of the planning process, they will be your foundation of support and encouragement. They are key assets and will be your first line of support during those challenging times. Going back to school is a family affair. Support from your family increases your chances for success.

Theresa V. Wilson, M.Ed., CPBA (Certified Professional Behavioral Analyst) is a Freelance Writer, Success Management Training Consultant and former educator with by lines in over ninety online and print education, family, and business publications. Contact: VerneWrites@aol.com or Visit: www.writersinthemarketplace.org