The document outlines key attributes of a successful distance learner including: time management through prioritizing tasks, developing strategies to manage time effectively, and avoiding procrastination; being self-motivated through pushing one's comfort zone, engaging in self-development, never quitting, and completing started tasks; being self-directed by staying focused, seeking assistance when needed, taking charge, and being persistent; exhibiting self-discipline through accountability, setting achievable goals, being on time, and keeping the end goal in sight. Additional attributes include independence, organization, critical thinking, learning from experience, self-reliance while collaborating, confidence, contributing meaningfully to discussions, and turning assignments on time.

1. ATTRIBUTES OF A
SUCCESSFUL
DISTANCE LEARNER

2. Time Management
Time Management – The process of managing time in order for you to set priorities on
what needs to be done
 List barriers to effective time management
 Develop strategies to more effectively manage time
 Use Time Logs and Timers
 Stop Procrastinating

3. Self Motivated
Self Motivation – Internal drive to achieve and to do the best; force that drives one to do
things
 Willing to leave your comfort zone
 Spend time in self development
 Never Quit
 Complete want you start

4. Self Directed
Self Directed – Internal drive to achieve and to do the best
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Remain focused
Seeks and accepts assistance when needed
Take charge
Be persistent

5. Self Discipline
Self Disciplined – In control of oneself and accepts responsibility of your actions
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Accountable for your actions
Set achievable goals
Be On Time
Have the “End” in sight

6. Independent
Independent – Internal drive to achieve and to do the best
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Organized
Accountability
Critical thinker
Learn from and use prior experience

7. Self Reliance
Self Reliance – Relies on oneself, yet have the ability to work as a team
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Have a voice in your studies
Support one another
Manager your goals
Have confidence in your abilities

8. Stay Organized
Stay Organized – Keep a separate folder for each module and a backup folder on an
external device.
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Set time to study
Places document in such a manner that they can be easily and readily located
Keeps study area clean and neat
Always prepared

9. Contributes To
Discussions
Contribute to Discussion – Responds to the discussion board in a timely manner
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Do not take replies personal and do not post personal replies
Use valid resources when replying
Respond to other learners to keep an ongoing dialogue
Assist others who may not understand the discussion

10. Confident
Confident – Is sure of oneself, but not arrogant
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Accountable for your actions
Know what your end will be
Research all assignment prior to submitting them
Assist others when needed

11. Turn In
Assignments
On Time
Turn In Assignments on Time – Submit assignments in accordance with the syllabus,
rubrics, and instructor’s guidance
 Accountable for your actions
 Communicate with the instructor before the assignment is due
 Be On Time
 Have the “End” in sight